It depends on what parts you want to swap.
153624, distributor rotation is clockwise
Big Cyc was created in 1988.
If a 4 cyc, on the passenger side of the engine, seen from the top.
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The prefix "cyc" means a cycle or ring structure, typically referring to a closed ring of atoms in a chemical compound.
if a 4 cyc, it probably has a (silver) cap on the top of the engine where the return hose goes back to the radiator. thermostat is under the cap.
According to the 1999 Ford Ranger Owner Guide ( 5W-30 ) engine oil is used in the 3.0 and 4.0 liter V6 engines
it means round
4 or 6 cyc, place container under oil pan under the engine, remove the drain plug on bottom of oil pan. on 4 cyc oil filter on top right(passenger side). put new filter, reinstall plug, fill with oil to line on dipstick.