Hello,
Has anyone performed the 100,000 mile tune-up on a 1996 Ford Ranger, 4 cylinder? In a week or so I will be purchasing my brother's truck. He said all the maintainance is up to date with the exception of the
tune- up. It has 95,000 and change on the clock and am curious about how involved it will be. I understand there are (2) spark plugs for each cylinder (8) total and they are in a hard to reach place. Any and all suggestions are welcome. Its been 20 years since I owned a Ford. It should be interesting.
Thanks.
Rudy

l'm not particually sure about it, but whatever you find out l'd like to know. l just bought the very same truck and its at 105k miles. the last ranger l had was an 88 but a 2.9L, 6 cyl. l imagine they're similar, but l'm not sure how much.

here's a list of some of the things to do...
change spark plugs (as you said, 2 per cylinder)
check/replace the plug wires for wear and tear
if you have a distributor, open it up and clean the contact points
change oil / filter
change the tranny fluid
change rear end fluid
check/replace the condition of the shocks
check/replace air filter
check/replace the fuel filter
check tire tread and wear
inspect the exhaust for damage and rust
check the condition of the belt (probably should change it)
check bulbs
if there are any grease fittings (i don't think so) grease them
check the fluids (ie steering, widshield wash, etc)
check all of the hoses for cracks or drying out
test the battery
that ought to be enough for now...