I've already hit the plugs, wires, belt, air fitler, PCV-valve and have the fuel filter left to do. Oil change was right before, so it isn't due for about 2-3k more. Tranny was also flushed about 3.5-4k ago.

What else do I need to do? It is running ok, just want to make sure I don't overlook anything important that will leave me stranded ont eh side of the road!

Thanks in advance! :

 

On the 3.0 there's not a lot more you can do. Might want to think about changing power steering fluid, and the differential fluid. It can run well for many miles.

Good luck!

 

You may need a coolant flush/change. OE green Ford coolant should be changed every 2 years, gold is 5/50,000. Radiator and heater hoses don't last forever. If yours are original, you might want to swap them out with the coolant change. Here's to your next 100K!

 

if your feeling adventurous maybe water pump, thermostat(easy), egr valve, diff fluid

 

I forgot, I also had the radiator flushed when it was in to replace the driver's seatbelt (Under Kansas warranty, $0 for me). Hoses seem squishy, in a good way! :)

I may have to explore diff fluid. How exactly do you drain the power steering resevoir?

I probably need a brake bleeding too. Are there any grase zerks to hit, U-joints, front axle shafts, steering?

Thanks for the input! If there is more, keep it coming!

 

water pump thats not a service part imo i wouldnt mess with it unless it needs it there a pain in the rear on all the stuff ive changed them on ive never done one on a ranger but wouldnt recomend doing it by your self if your a novic mechanic(not saying he is)

 

just becuase its a hard job for you doesnt mean it is for other people. Ive done plenty on various engines it isnt too intense, an afternoon job. I like to do them before they actually fail and cause other problems to the engine. He is at 100k

 

ive done it b4 and it was a PITA with a rusted on fan cluth and other various parts, and lotsa hidden bolts to get to and tricky wrench positions.