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Removing the manual transmission from your 1993 Ford Ranger is not a difficult task with the proper preparation, the right tools and a competent helper. The Ranger is identical to the Mazda pick-up so you will need both standard and metric tools because the parts are of mixed origin. You should also have plenty of shop towels or rags to clean up any spills. A handy option to have is an inexpensive transmission plug that can be purchased. You can use a rag instead. Choose a work area that is flat, solid and free from obstructions. Safety first.

Instructions

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Remove the negative battery cable. Put the transmission in neutral. Drain the transmission. Use the floor jack to raise the vehicle high enough to work underneath. Support the truck on jack stands. Test the stability by trying to shake the vehicle. If there is any movement, re-set the stands. Release the emergency brake.

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Locate the factory paint mark at the rear of the driveshaft and corresponding mark on the front of the differential. If you cannot see the marks, make your own using a scribe or some indelible method. These will help you reinstall the shaft and maintain its balance. Remove the nuts securing the rear of the shaft and slide the front spline out of the transmission. Use the plug or a rag to prevent leakage.

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If you have 4WD, remove the transfer case. If you have a V-6, take out the exhaust. Disconnect the hydraulic clutch line, the speedometer cable and the electrical connectors. Label all connections for later installation. Remove the starter. Place the floor jack with a block of wood to protect the oil pan under the engine. Put a little upward pressure on the engine to provide support.

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Place the transmission jack under the transmission and put a slight amount of pressure to support the unit. Disconnect the bolts from the bell housing to the engine. Remove the rear transmission mount. Remove the cross member. Simultaneously release pressure on the transmission jack as you withdraw the assembly toward the rear. Work slowly to free the transmission and gain enough clearance for the input shaft to clear the clutch pressure plate.

A Ford F-150s gear shift is simple to remove. It is also a repair procedure that doesnt require disabling the F-150s airbag system, unlike many of the components located in the dashboard. There are two major reasons why you might consider doing this. If youre revamping and customizing the F-150s interior, the shift lever boot, the lever and the knob likely have aftermarket options to consider. On a more pragmatic level, you will need to remove the gear shifter entirely if you are going to access and work on the manual transmission.

Instructions

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Remove the shift boots four retaining screws located at each corner of the boot. You will have to lift up the corner to get at the screws.

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Pull the boot directly upward to expose a nut and bolt on the lever. You do not need to remove the boot completely from the lever. So you can leave the shift knob alone.

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Unscrew the nut with a socket wrench. Then push the threaded side of the bolt through the lever. Grab the bolt by its other side and pull it out of the shift lever.

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Remove the lever from the square mounting boot beneath it.

Transmission leaks may lead to serious problems for your automobile. Manual transmissions are not forgiving of low fluid levels, and will malfunction within a short time when the fluid levels drop too low. The major causes of transmission leaks are loose nuts and a loose transmission pan or dried out gasket seals. Stop-leak transmission fluids may be useful for your manual transmission, as they condition and repair leaky seals. However, manual transmission fluid leaks are more often caused by loose fittings.

Instructions

Prevent Leaks Through Routine Maintenance

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Prevent transmission fluid leaks through routine maintenance of your automobile engine. Follow the instructions in your automobile manual. Manufacturers of most engines recommend transmission fluid changes every 30,000 miles.

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Drive your automobile for approximately a mile or around the block to warm up the transmission fluid.

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Elevate your vehicle with a jack or put it on a ramp. Make certain the vehicle is secure before working under it.

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Using your wrench or ratchet, remove the outer plug -- if applicable -- and then remove the transmission fluid drain plug. Drain the fluid into a plastic or metal container.

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Clean the drain plug with a clean cloth. The transmission drain plug is magnetic so that it captures small bits of metal as the transmission gears wear. Wipe the plug thoroughly and replace after all fluid has drained out. Tighten the plug.

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Pump new fluid into the transmission through the fill plug. This plug is usually located on the side of the transmission. Use the amount of fluid recommended by your automobile owners manual.

Stop Leaks

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Notice the signs of transmission oil leaks: oil on the driveway, sluggish transmission, low fluid levels as determined by checking with a dip stick.

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Perform routine maintenance when a transmission fluid leak is evident. Drain the fluid from the transmission, according to the previous steps.

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Loosen oil pan bolts with a wrench and remove the pan. Clean the pan with soap and water and wipe dry.

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Spread gasket sealant around the gasket ridge of the oil pan. Make certain sealant is around each bolt hole.

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Press the gasket into place in the sealant on the drain pan. Put bolts through the holes to keep the bolt holes open. Let cure for 30 minutes. Replace the pan. Make certain bolts are tight.