Ford Ranger Oil Pans, Drain Plugs & Dipsticks

The function of an oil pan in your Ford Ranger is quite simple: it covers the bottom part of the engine and stores motor oil. However, the pan's construction influences the quality of lubrication, and engineers use different methods to optimize it. Particularly, many sumps have inner sections and cavities collecting oil closer to a pick-up tube connected to the oil pump, which is useful when the vehicle is inclined or makes a sharp turn. To make oil draining more efficient, the place for a drain plug is usually in the lowest part, yet the drain hole has to possess sufficient rigidity and strong thread able to endure numerous oil changes.

Besides, the pan mounting surface has to be flat and quite tough, otherwise, oil will leak through the gasket quite often. Such leaks are usually the result of sump deformation or damage; in some cases, it's easier to install the new sump instead of trying to restore the old one. In the worst case scenario, this crucial part may crack, leaving you with the only reasonable option – replacement. If the crack is revealed timely, replacing only the pan will be necessary. Check out our assortment of Ford Ranger oil pans to select a quality product compatible with your truck.