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Posted: Fri Mar 6th, 2020 08:33 am

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Certain auto trans, even if in neutral, will still have their internal parts turning due to the drive shaft turning. Some auto trans have the ability to lube these moving parts under tow, while others do not. They have an internal pump that operates while the shaft is turning.
For years there were many auto trans equipped vehicles that could be flat towed, but they are becoming fewer each year.
Apparently the Ranger auto trans cannot lube internally while not running, thus the drive shafts must be disconnected.
To the OP, you will either have to trailer your Ranger or disconnect the shafts every time you want to tow, and reconnect everytime you want to drive it.
I would love to be able to tow my 2009 Ranger, auto trans, but not worth the trouble.
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Last edited on Fri Mar 6th, 2020 08:36 am by Grumpaw