Body Lubrication; Hood/Door Latch & Hinges; Lock Cylinders; Door Weatherstripping - Ford Ranger Maintaince And Repair Manual

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Wipe the grease fittings clean before greasing in order to prevent the possibility of forcing any dirt into the

There are far less grease points on the modern automotive chassis than there were on trucks of yesteryear. The

tie rod ends on these vehicles should be checked and lubricated periodically, and the front suspension should

be checked for grease fittings.

A water resistant long life grease that meets Ford's ESA−M1C75−B specification should be used for all

chassis greasing applications.

Body Lubrication

Whenever you take care of chassis greasing it is also advised that you walk around the vehicle and give

attention to a number of other surfaces which require a variety of lubrication/protection.

HOOD/DOOR LATCH & HINGES

Wipe clean any exposed surfaces of the door hatches and hinges, hood latch and auxiliary catch. Then, treat

the surfaces using a multi−purpose grease spray that meets Ford's ESR−M1C159−A specification.

Should be treated with Ford Lock Lubricant, part no. D8AZ−19587−AA or equivalent. Consult your local

parts supplier for equivalent lubricants.

Spray the door weatherstripping using a silicone lubricant to help pressure the rubber.

THROTTLE VALVE (TV) & KICKDOWN LINKAGE

A water resistant long life grease that meets Ford's ESA−M1C75−B specification should be used for all

Chassis Greasing

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