(Photo is of “skyy_4life’s” Ranger)
Forum member Sevensecondsuv submitted various wiring diagrams and pinout locations to help you guys doing turbo motor swaps.
Here they are:
1988-1991 Ford Ranger Engine Wiring Diagram (.pdf)
1988 Ford Thunderbird 2.3L Turbo Wiring Diagram (.pdf)
1988-1991 Ranger 2.3L Engine Wiring Diagram
1987-1988 Thunderbrid Turbo Coupe Wiring Diagram
1990 Ranger to 1988 Turbo Coupe Wiring Pinouts (Excel Spreadsheet)
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