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Will a 2002 Auto Trans fit my 98 Ranger?

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Old 03-24-2009
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Will a 2002 Auto Trans fit my 98 Ranger?

Hey guys,

My auto trans is going out on my '98 3.0L 2WD Ranger. I found a low mileage auto trans out of a 2002 3.0L 2WD Ranger for a pretty good price. Does anyone know if this trans will work for my truck?

I asked a trans guy at the local Ford dealership. He said there was a major part number change, and that he thought there was a solenoid type change in 2001. He said this would make all the electronic controls act funny.

Any thoughts? Any help or comments would be greatly appreciated.

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I'd say it'll fit, but you may need the '02 ECU/computer thingy on the firewall..


BUT, dont take my word for it.





I'd guess the 'major change' could have possibly been 4spd vs 5spd?
 
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98-00 3.0's autos were all 4spds 4.0's autos had 5spds. In 01+ autos both v6's got 5spds
 
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Originally Posted by 3rd Ranger
98-00 3.0's autos were all 4spds 4.0's autos had 5spds. In 01+ autos both v6's got 5spds
Good info...Thanks for your help!
 
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Over on TRS a guy did it, and it worked! Here's a link
http://www.therangerstation.com/foru...ighlight=5r55e
 
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