2002 Gears

[jeedee]

Is there a way...VIN #, housing stamps,etc...to determine rear end gear ratios in the Ranger...? Mine is a 2002, 3L, 4X2, automatic; And has anyone put in different gears to improve gas mileage...? Am not using the truck for hauling or off-roading, so don't need the power, but would like better mileage.
Thanx....Charlie

 

[brinker88]

Yup tech library at the top of the page. Use the code off the door panel (driver side) or the tag on the axle will tell you the gear ratio.

 

[adsm08]

Just do your homework. The 3.0 likes to rev. High gears won't help MPG much.