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Ford 4.0 SOHC Timing Chain Rattle: The Rear Cassette Problem and Whether the Engine Has to Come Out

November 11, 2026 by Rich
Blue 2004 Ford Ranger Edge extended cab pickup, the era of Ranger powered by the 4.0 SOHC V6

Rattle from your 2001-2011 Ranger or Explorer 4.0 SOHC? Here is how the timing drive works, why the rear cassette fails, what parts you need, and why the engine usually comes out.

Categories SUVs, Trucks Tags 4.0 SOHC, engine, Explorer, Ranger, timing chain, V6 Leave a comment
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