1994 Ford Ranger XLT review from North America

Occasional door ajar/dome light/chimes issue. Has stopped within 3 or 4 minutes up till now - will use WD 40 as I just read it here.

Also, the check engine light is perpetually on - I hate that.

And the cruise doesn't work (checked fuses - OK).

Auto trans jerks when changing out - particularly in high gear.....

Truck was 13 years old when I bought it, so I was dubious in regard to the low mileage. Now I think I understand - someone unhooked the odometer to fix the chiming problem! I hope not.

The oil is clean and full after the last change 3000 miles ago.

Transmission (automatic) changes out at the right time, however I notice a certain roughness or jerk when it does. Having had a 1996 Ranger XLT 4 cyl manual trans that went kaput, this is a concern. A major expense for a single woman. I'd almost rather get another vehicle than to put that much money into such an old truck.

The check engine light is perpetually on - I am assuming some sort of emissions issue - and the cruise doesn't work - yep - checked both fuses referred to in the owners manual.

I'd probably seldom use it, but would like for everything to be working just the same - it's a girl thing I guess. Any tips?

And don't be gentle with me guys - one of my earliest memories is being behind the wheel of some old car - feet dangling inches above the floorboard - waiting for my father (sweating and swearing under the hood) to give the "bump the starter" command...

Oh, and I love to bass fish too... and look pretty darn good in my little black dress when I wanna... Thanks!