Lets start from the beginning
Current
So no Flashing Theft light and no CEL
Get your 2004 owners manual here:
https://www.ranger-forums.com/gener...d-ranger-owner-manuals-1996-2011-models-3747/
Fuse and relay locations start around page 138
Makes sure you are looking at 2.3l model
Symptom reads like a fuse is bad or PCM relay is not working
In Engine fuse box check fuse 11, 30amp, it powers the PCM, test it with ohm meter or swap it with another 30amp fuse
Put you finger on PCM relay(54 in engine fuse box) and have someone turn the key on, you should feel relay "click" on, key off, it goes off, repeat to make sure its working
If not then you will need to go inside to SJB(cab fuse box), and not sure where the power diode is for this, just have to have a look in the cab fuse box
2004 Ranger with 2.3l Duratec and manual transmission