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Old Mar 22, 2010 | 11:17 PM
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I just purchased my Ranger yesterday and it won't get out of first or go hardly in reverse. It starts shortly after turning over and idles pretty good. Problem is that once you give it gas it dies out like it is flooded or something. I have been told to change my fuel filter and then go from there. Any other suggestions? Also, what do I need to do to change it? Bought a NAPA Gold filter and the quick disconnect tool. What next?
 
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Old Mar 22, 2010 | 11:21 PM
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Need more details. Year, Engine, Transmission, Miles?
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 07:04 AM
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Okay. It is a 1988 with a 2.9, it's a stick and has a wee bit over 140,000 miles on him. It is also an extended cab.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 09:43 AM
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Check the hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir to make sure it is full. It is under the hood and is clear/white plastic. Probably mounted near the driver side hood hinge. If it won't go into reverse or first gear smoothly the clutch could be not disengaging the engine from the transmission.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 01:16 PM
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It shifts just fine. The problem is almost like it is either flooding are gets no fuel to make him go.
 
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Old Mar 24, 2010 | 10:15 AM
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If you have already changed the fuel filter, I would check the fuel pressure. The fuel pump might be weak.
 
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