Ford Ranger Problems

Updated Differential Clutch Kit Available if Rear End Noise is Heard on Ford Ranger

Problem Description and Possible Solution

If a noise from the rear end is heard when going around turns or after driving at highway speed for an extended period, this could be caused by a failing deferential clutch kit. An updated differential clutch kit available.

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Ford Ranger Vehicles With This Problem

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Average mileage: 130,731 (60,000–179,000)

Drive Trains affected: 2WD, 4WD, Automatic Transmission, Manual Transmission

12 model years affected: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, more

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2004 Ford Ranger - 2WD 60,000 mi,

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whinning noise from rear end at low speeds

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1994 Ford Ranger - Manual Transmission 160,000 mi,

fordranger

noise coming from rear end when turning 90 degrees at low speed. put on jack stands no noise running straight

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1992 Ford Ranger - 2WD 102,765 mi,

cajunviper

Shaking real bad from the rear end sounded like it wasn't engaging properly.

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1995 Ford Ranger

Visitor

When driving down the road getting off the highway and on the way home.whinning noise sounds like a flat tire.

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1993 Ford Ranger - Manual Transmission

Visitor

Clutch just gives out half way will not go in gear

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2003 Ford Ranger - Manual Transmission 117,548 mi,

Visitor

Noise heard only when clutch released

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2000 Ford Ranger - 4WD 179,000 mi,

Visitor

rear end noise when driving slow in a circle, or right or left turns at slow speed, but never a noise going straight

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1996 Ford Ranger - 4WD

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I hear piping and grinding when I turn or go over bumps

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1999 Ford Ranger - 4WD 164,000 mi,

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Load Humming sound coming from rear end. I've been told it needs a bearing kit for a Limited slip differential but I don't know where I can get this repaired.. Don't want to go to a dealer..

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1990 Ford Ranger - Manual Transmission 170,000 mi,

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Rear end noise comes and goes

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