*Level II will have a small label identifying the tire size and inflation pressure. It's located on the inside of the fuel door. It should say Level II on each side of the vehicle.

*Before buying my second Ranger new, I researched the timing chain issue (didn't want to buy a problem). What I learned and to this day, experience, was that 04+ have the components that endure (for nearly all people).

*I don't recall the exact timeframe on the final revision to the tranny case/valve body gasket, but it was surely well before 04 and IIRC it's like, 01 or 02. Again, I didn't want to buy a problem and after dealing with the manual tranny, I rejected level II's that had it.

*Somewhere after the 2005MY Ford replaced the OEM Bilstein shocks with OEM Ranchos.

*Rear end will not only have a Torsen carrier, but the axles are 31 spline (larger than what was used with the standard limited slip carrier). Because of this, the axle tubes will be larger than that of the non-Torsen rear ends. I don't know the size off hand, but if you like, I can go measure mine.

*On the level II, center bezel on the dash will be silver. Inst cluster will also have the same silver trim.


*You might consider taking the VIN to a Ford service department and see what work, if any was done on it under warranty. What I don't know is how long Ford will keep this data; maybe make a phone call first.


I have the showroom brochure for mine, this clarifies what was in the level II package. It would be very awesome if you could somehow get someone to scan and post the same but for a 2006MY. Ends speculation. For example, for my MY, all Level II's had black interior, carpet AND the rubber slop controlling floor mats. And oddly enough, mudflaps were only OEM on the rear end. I fixed that at the 1,000 mile mark.

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2004 Ranger FX4 Level II, 5R55E, Sonic Blue Pearl

Proudly JAP/RICE free since March 2000

If there an honest seller they will let you take it for a pre purchase insp Have a mechanic look it over never buy a car because it looks good just 3 weeks ago my coworker bought a 2004 ford explorer bought it on the spot because the paint was beautiful and it had new tires after driving it for a week and a half the transmission went up on him >he got a quote for 3400 to replace it that was more than he paid for the truck so buyer be very weary and have it inspected

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Like it was said, the SOHC 4.0s had problems with thier timing chains. Usually, replacing the chain tensioners every so often will keep the chains from wearing. $5000 actually sounds a little lower than i was expecting for it. As long as it checks out, offer like $4500, in my opinion without seeing it

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1995 f-150 4x4 4.9 inline 6 5-speed
1996 Ranger 3.0 2wd Auto 4r44
2008 Ranger 4.0 4x4 Auto 5r55 extended cab

Good choice son!

I noticed a ranger in a parking lot yesterday. It had those large fender moldings and a 2 tone cloth interior. FX4 Sport.

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2005 FX4 II
Dark Shadow Gray
Black leather buckets and interior
L/S 8.8" 4.10
5 speed Auto

Hah, a new variant to consider!

Guys I really appreciate all the help so far! We're going to look at it tomorrow.

I see that you can get a Ford reman long block for $1000 so worst case scenario we can always re-power... good father/son project!

I also have a Warn XD900i winch taking up space in my garage. I wonder what that would do to the front suspension if we mounted it on the truck...


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good luck! let us know when u check it out!!

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Fx4 levelII
enough^^ said
t-bar cranked 33x10.5x15 bfg all terrain ko2-15x8 pro comp 7031- blacked out headlight and corners mustang dome Westin brushguard March 2014 TOTM

OK guys, I got the VIN this morning. Here's the run-down from ETIS.Ford.COM. So, the million $$ question... Is this a Level II? (it shows "Powertrain protection shield" but then it says "Less Front Susp'n Skid Plates" which is confusing...

It also says "With Level 2 Door Trim Panel" which might be the biggest hint of all...

What do you guys think...?
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Primary Features
Build Date: 15.11.2005
Vehicle Line: Ranger/Mazda B2000
Body Style: Super Single Cab
Version: Ford Series
Engine: Cologne V6 4.0 EFI (SOHC)
Transmission: 5R44E/5R55E - 5 Speed Auto Trans
Drive: LHD 4WD (PTD)
Axle Ratio: 4.10
Emission: With California/Green State Req
Air Conditioning: Manual Air Conditioning
Territory: (+)"USA"
Paint: Dark Shadow Grey

Minor Features
Medium Dark Flint Interior
Mortar
Powertrain Protection Shield
With Rear Mudflaps
Less Front Susp'n Skid Plates
Less Front Mudflaps
Less Exterior Valance Panel
With Steel Hood
With Conventional Tailgate
Styleside Box - STL Inner/Outer
With Pick-Up Tie Hook - Inner
With Load Box Edge Protectors
Less Pickup Box Extender
Less Load Box Bedliner
With Base Payload Package
126"/3200MM Wheelbase
XLT
(-) Version Packages
Twin Cities Plant Built
U.S. Sales
Off-Road Package
Less Appearance Group
Less Cold Weather Group
Less Military Vehicles
Less Special Value Packages
Less Exterior Appearance Pack
With Power Equipment Group
2006 JOB #1 Program Control
Less Special Language Label
Owner Hand Book Pack
Less Canadian Provinces/Territories
With Power Front Windows
With Privacy Glass
With Sliding Rear Window
With Floor Consolette
With Satin Steel 4X4 Ford Ctr Panel
Less Console Ashtray
With Ashtray - I/P Sliding
With Full Floor Console
With Complete Rear Hardboard Trim
Front Floor Mats - Vinyl
Floor Cover - Vinyl Ins - Complete
Sunvisor Less Mirror - Drivers
With Sunvisor Mirror - Passenger
With Level 2 Door Trim Panel
With A Pillar Assist Handle
With Insulator
Body Colour Grille And Bars
With Grille Opening Cover
Less Exterior Body Mouldings
Wheel Lip Stone Shield Moulding
With Step Bar
With Drivers Power Mirror
With Passenger Power Convex Mirror
With Black Exterior Mirror
With 2nd Row Dual Jump Seat
Less Trailer Towing Hitch
With Front Towing Hook
Less Rear Towing Hooks
Exterior Door Handle - Black
Super/Super Single/Super Cab 4 Door
Lift/Bootlid Handle Exterior-Black
With Central Locking System
With Keyless Entry System
Accent Colour - Black
With Body Tu-Tone Paint
Front Bumper-C/K W/Lwr Blk Val&Fogs
Rear Bumper - Step Body Colour
With Front Licence Plate Bracket
With Driver Air Bag
With Passenger Air Bag
With E-Coated Steel Spare Wheel
With Premium Front Shocks
With Premium Rear Shock Absorbers
Less Spare Tyre Lock
7 X 15" Bright Forged Alum Wheel
Less Immersion Heater
With California/Green State Req
Std Duty Torsion Bar Suspension
Less Rear Stabilizer Bar
10" Rear Brake Drum
4.10
Rear Axle Limited Slip Differential
Ford Axle Type
With 8.8 Axle
2750 LB(1247 KG) Rear Axle Assy
Cologne V6 4.0 EFI (SOHC)
Less Exhaust Pipe Extension
With Front Disc-Brake/Rr Drum Brake
4 Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System
Normal Fuel Fill
With Standard Transmissn Oil Cooler
Electric Trans Case And Fixed Hubs
Non Locking Fuel Cap With BP Label
For Unleaded Fuel
With Tilt Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel
With Speed Control
Black Face/Black Rings - Cluster
With MPH/KMH Speedometer
With Tachometer
Single Note Electric Horn
With Safeguard Anti-Theft Sys(Pats)
Less Battery Heater
With Dual Media MP3/CD Radio
With NAAO Radio Frequency
With Premium Sound System
With Smokers Package
Less Chrome Package
Less Daytime Running Lamps
With Complex Reflector Headlamps
With Front Fog Lamps
Dark Shadow Grey
Generic Country Group 1
Ford Series
4L54 5560 EA Left/Rear Leaf
4L54 5560 EA Right/Rear Leaf
F57A 5B326 BC Torsion Bar RH
F57A 5B327 BC Torsion Bar LH
Less B&A Control Codes Issue 030388
With B & A Control Codes (9270)
5R44E/5R55E - 5 Speed Auto Trans
Ranger/Mazda B2000
(-)"B"
(-) GVMT Service Administration
(-)"CDN"
(-)"RA"
(-)"GU"
(-)"BRN"
(-)"BZ"
(-)"ATG"
(-)"IL"
(-)"BO"
Less Fleet

This is why I say it's a Level II

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2007 Regular Cab - 2.3 DOHC - 5 Speed Auto - 4.10 Gears - Maxtrac 7" Lift - Fiberwerx 3" Fenders - Bilstein 5100 Series - 15x10 Ultra 164's - 35x12.50x15 Red Letters - Custom dents

Level 2 door panels mean it has map holders in the panel (there is a pocket) so that isn't a special thing.

The Torsion bars are not #1s, which to me seems like a non level 2

The cluster has black rings. Level 2s came with silver rings.

There is no mention of either a torsion rear diff or chrome tow hooks either, only that it has tow hooks and 4.10 gearing.

Here is a picture of a 2005 L2 door tag that you can compare to the door tag of the truck you are looking at, and the VIN is on there too so you can compare the build sheets.

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Sweet. Thanks guys. Worst case scenario , it's an FX4, but with some additional goodies like the Alcoa wheels and center console

Of course the Level II options could be ordered "A La Carte" with the FX4.

Still a solid truck. Buy it.

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2007 Regular Cab - 2.3 DOHC - 5 Speed Auto - 4.10 Gears - Maxtrac 7" Lift - Fiberwerx 3" Fenders - Bilstein 5100 Series - 15x10 Ultra 164's - 35x12.50x15 Red Letters - Custom dents

I agree with Tyler completely. Even if it was a base model with 4x4 it is well worth the price (at least in my area)

Is it a 2 or 4 door?

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Baby Girl: 2006 White Ranger XL with many memories. R.I.P. 1/26/15

"Supercab" with the little seats in back


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that's not level II ^^

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Fx4 levelII
enough^^ said
t-bar cranked 33x10.5x15 bfg all terrain ko2-15x8 pro comp 7031- blacked out headlight and corners mustang dome Westin brushguard March 2014 TOTM