How to service the timing chain on Ford Ranger?

Service of the timing chain begins with disconnecting the battery ground cable followed by removing the engine front cover. The crankshaft rotation with adjustments to timing marks allows extracting the bolt to remove the timing chain system including both sprockets as one piece. Installation requires realignment of timing marks followed by mounting the timing chain together with the sprockets of camshaft and crankshaft. Rehang the front engine cover and reconnect the battery cord before applying the bolt to secure the components.

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Ford Ranger Timing Chain Part Number: F77Z-6268-AB
$64.93 MSRP: $80.30
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- Other Name: Chain - Timing; Engine Timing Chain
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2011 Ford Ranger | Edge, FX4, Sport, STX, Tremor, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Ford Ranger Timing Chain Part Number: 1L5Z-6268-AA
$55.87 MSRP: $79.93
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Chain - Timing; Engine Timing Chain
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2011 Ford Ranger | Sport, STX, XL, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Ford Ranger Timing Chain Part Number: F77Z-6268-BC
$52.52 MSRP: $78.65
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- Other Name: Chain Assembly; Chain
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2003 Ford Ranger | Edge, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Ford Ranger Timing Chain, Driver Side Part Number: 7U3Z-6A257-A
$92.49 MSRP: $134.63
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- Other Name: Cassette - Timing Chain; Engine Timing Chain, Left; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Cam Gear; Camshaft Gear; Camshaft Chain
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2005 Ford Ranger | Edge, FX4, Tremor, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Ford Ranger Timing Belt Part Number: F47Z-6268-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Belt - Timing; Engine Timing Belt; Timing Belt Kit
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994 Ford Ranger | Splash, STX, XL, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Ford Ranger Timing Chain Part Number: YF1Z-6268-BA
$29.38 MSRP: $41.67
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Chain - Timing; Engine Timing Chain
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2008 Ford Ranger | Edge, Sport, STX, Tremor, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS

Ford Ranger Timing Chain

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The Timing Chain in Ford Ranger vehicles plays vital role of driving the rotation of the camshaft in conjunction with the crankshaft to achieve correct valve timing that is vital for the performance of the engine. As a wearing part that is found at the front of the engine, the Timing Chain demands lubrication, it is chiefly used in high-capacity engines. While rubber Timing Belt dominated the market starting with the 1970s, Metal Timing Chains have gradually replaced these mainly in the Ford Ranger models because of the longer times between replacements. Timing Chains like most other parts are usually durable but there issues may crop up from lack of lubrication, or a problem with the tensioner and chain guides and usually the engine will produce a rattling noise from the front. Compact or short chain drives are preferred in pushrod engine arrangements, which are capable to produce torque reversals much better, thus quieter and longer lasting compared to gear drives.

Ford Ranger Timing Chain Parts and Q&A

Timing Chain, Driver Side
7U3Z-6A257-A
Q: How to service the timing chain on Ford Ranger?
A:
Service of the timing chain begins with disconnecting the battery ground cable followed by removing the engine front cover. The Crankshaft rotation with adjustments to timing marks allows extracting the bolt to remove the timing chain system including both sprockets as one piece. Installation requires realignment of timing marks followed by mounting the timing chain together with the sprockets of camshaft and crankshaft. Rehang the front engine cover and reconnect the battery cord before applying the bolt to secure the components.