Ford Ranger 1998 Workshop Manual page 2

1998 Ranger Workshop Manual
1. Loosen tensioner.
2. Remove belt.
9. Remove the upper radiator hose (8260).
10. Disconnect the heater hoses from the intake manifold (9424) and the thermostat housing. Position the hoses out of the way.
11. WARNING: Fuel supply lines on vehicles equipped with fuel injected engines remain pressurized for long periods of time after engine shut down. Fuel system
pressure must be relieved prior to fuel system repair to prevent possible injury.
Using the Fuel Pressure Gauge T80L-9974-B, relieve the fuel pressure and remove the tool.
12. Remove the accelerator control splash shield (9E766).
13. Disconnect the canister purge hose from the valve and the locator from the accelerator control bracket.
14. Disconnect the throttle cable and the speed control cable (if equipped) from the throttle body.
15. Remove the bolts and position the bracket with cable(s) out of the way.
16. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the coil connector.
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