I'm not a mechanic / technician but the automatic transmissions on a 2001
Ford Ranger would be electronically controlled , so there wouldn't be a
modulator valve
Need to be more specific. What modulator?
There isn't one.
It does not have 1. It is all computer controlled.
Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used in a 2001 Ford Ranger 5 speed manual transmission ( yes - ATF )
According to the 2001 Ford Ranger Owner Guide : Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used in the 5 speed manual transmission
The vacuum modulator on aÊ2001 Ford Windstar is located in the front left area under the hood. It is connected to the transmission by wires and tubing.
2001 Montana has an electronic transaxle. There is no vacuum modulator. The 2001 Montana has an electronically controlled transaxle. There is no vacuum modulator.
Usually the dip stick & modulator have o-rings.
Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used in the power steering in a 2001 Ford Ranger
According to the 2001 Ford Ranger Owner Guide : Motorcraft MERCON-V automatic transmission fluid ( see if the type used is engraved in the dipstick to confirm )
Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid for the 5 speed manual - YES ATF ! Motorcraft MERCON V - ATF for all the automatic transmissions in a 2001 Ford Ranger
In a 2001 Ford Ranger the automatic transmission fluid requirements will be indicated on the automatic transmission fluid dipstick or the handle ( Motorcraft MERCON - V according to the Owner Guide )