fordparts.com shows that it uses the ( Motorcraft FL-1-A ) engine oil filter
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the fuel filter on a 1986 ford ranger is located on the inside of the frame on the drivers side in front of the gas tank.
Just follow the fuel line from the tank to the engine. Along the way, you will find the filter.
the filter is located under neath at back wheel on the drivers side the lines and filter is obvious just un clamp and change it.
on the backside of the engine by the firewall
oil filter on a Mercedes 190E 1986 is in the back of engine
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There was a 2.9 L - V6 engine available in the Ford Ranger from 1986 to 1992
engine compartment on the passenger side
Usually on the frame rail just behind the driver's area.
( .044 inch ) for the 2.9 liter V6 engine in a 1986 Ford Ranger
If black smoke is coming out of the exhaust of a 1986 Ford Ranger, it is likely burning oil. It's possible that a seal is leaking in the engine.