The Ford COURIER RANGER 1998-2006 Repair Service Manual is your comprehensive guide to maintaining and repairing your vehicle. This detailed manual covers a wide range of topics, from basic engine maintenance to complex repairs, ensuring you have the information you need to tackle any project. It features detailed exploded views, step-by-step instructions with accompanying pictures and diagrams, making it easy to understand and follow. The manual includes dedicated sections for: * **General Information:** This section provides an overview of the Ford COURIER RANGER, including its specifications and important safety information. * **Engine:** Learn about the 2.6L G6 Series, 2.5L WL WL Turbo Series, and 2.2L F2 Series engines, with detailed explanations of their operation, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting tips. * **Lubrication System:** Understand the workings of your vehicle's lubrication system, including oil changes, filter replacements, and potential issues. * **Cooling System:** Get detailed information on the cooling system, including radiator maintenance, thermostat replacement, and troubleshooting overheating issues. * **Fuel System:** Learn about the fuel system, covering topics like fuel injection, fuel lines, and troubleshooting fuel-related problems. * **Emission Control:** Understand the vehicle's emission control system and how to maintain it for optimal performance and environmental compliance. * **Engine Electrical System:** Learn about the engine's electrical systems, covering components like the starter, alternator, and wiring diagrams. * **Clutch:** Get detailed information on the clutch system, including adjustments, replacements, and troubleshooting procedures. * **Manual Transmission:** Learn about the operation and maintenance of your manual transmission, including gear changes, lubrication, and potential repair techniques. * **Transfer:** Get detailed information on the transfer case, a crucial component for four-wheel drive vehicles, covering maintenance and repair procedures. * **Propeller Shaft:** Understand the operation of the propeller shaft, including lubrication, balancing, and potential replacement procedures. * **Front and Rear Axles:** Learn about the front and rear axle systems, covering maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting common issues. * **Steering System:** Get detailed guidance on the steering system, including adjustments, repairs, and ensuring safe operation. * **Brake System:** Understand the brake system, including brake pad replacement, disc and drum maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures. * **Suspension:** Learn about the suspension system, covering components like shocks, struts, and springs, as well as maintenance and repair procedures. * **Body:** Get information on the vehicle body, covering topics like bodywork repairs, paint procedures, and corrosion prevention. * **Body Electrical System:** Understand the vehicle's electrical system, covering topics like lighting, wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting electrical faults. * **Heater and Air Conditioning System:** Learn about the heating and air conditioning system, covering maintenance, repair procedures, and common troubleshooting tips. * **Technical Data:** This section provides valuable technical specifications, measurements, and other important data for your Ford COURIER RANGER. * **Special Tools:** Learn about special tools needed for specific repairs or maintenance tasks. * **Wiring Diagram:** This section provides comprehensive wiring diagrams for your vehicle, helping you understand the electrical system and troubleshoot issues. This manual is designed to empower you, providing all the information you need to maintain and repair your Ford COURIER RANGER, saving you time and money.

The Ford Courier Ranger, a compact pickup truck produced from 1998 to 2006, marked a shift in Ford's strategy for the Australian and Southeast Asian markets. Built on the Mazda B-Series platform, the Courier Ranger was essentially a rebadged version of the Mazda Bravo, showcasing Ford's collaboration with the Japanese automaker. This partnership allowed Ford to offer a competitive and reliable compact pickup truck in a segment where they previously lacked a strong presence. The Courier Ranger came equipped with a range of petrol and diesel engine options, offering choices for various needs and driving styles. Although known for its affordability and practicality, the Courier Ranger faced stiff competition from other established compact pickup trucks, ultimately leading to its discontinuation in 2006. Despite its relatively short lifespan, the Ford Courier Ranger carved its niche in the market, offering a solid and dependable compact truck for individuals and businesses alike. Its robust build quality and capable engine options ensured adequate performance both on and off-road. The Courier Ranger's compact dimensions made it an agile and maneuverable vehicle suited for urban environments and tight spaces. It also boasted a versatile cargo bed, allowing for a range of hauling tasks, and offered various trim levels to cater to different preferences and budgets. However, the Courier Ranger's interior lacked some of the modern amenities and features found in its competitors, and its styling was a bit conservative, ultimately hindering its market appeal. Nevertheless, for a time, the Courier Ranger served as a dependable option for those seeking a compact pickup truck with a solid reputation for reliability and practicality.