what kind of linkage are you referring to? shift linkage, gas pedal linkage, clutch linkage....ect.ect.ect
Ford Ranger was created in 1982.
Check eBay for the plastic linkage bushings. They are not available from the Ford dealers.
repair manual fora front differential on a 2001 ford ranger edge
I believe The first year for the Ford Ranger as a unique model was 1982
why is it after I hooked up the linkage for my wipers the wipers stay in the upright position after I turn them off.
Middle corner near to fuel pipe....
The middle of 1982.
autozone.com has online repair manuals
You will probably have to remove the cowl that covers the linkage. When you do that, the linkage should come out then. There are probably C clips connecting the individual wiper arms to the linkage.
Look up 2000 Ford Ranger in the RockAuto.com parts catalog and find repair manuals under Literature. The 2000 Ranger repair manual is on DVD - ROM for about $14.
The Ford Ranger was introduced in 1983. Development began on the car in 1976 and manufacturing started in January of 1982.
If it's a stock transmission, the shift linkage is mechanical.