you have to go to the car fix to remove it
Relay # 6 is the ( starter relay ) in the Power Distribution Box , in the engine compartment of a 1998 Ford Ranger
it is located on the side of the stater it will come when you remove the starter
To replace the starter on a 1998 Ford Ranger 4-wheel drive, first disconnect the negative battery cable to ensure safety. Then, remove the starter's wiring harness and the two mounting bolts that secure the starter to the engine. Carefully pull the old starter out and position the new starter in place, securing it with the bolts and reconnecting the wiring harness. Finally, reconnect the negative battery cable and test the new starter to ensure proper operation.
The 1998 Ford Ranger owners manual shows a starter relay in the power distribution box in the engine compartment . It is the # 6 relay . Ford suggests disconnecting your battery before servicing anything in the PD BOX , which means your Ranger will have to relearn its idle , the radio clock and stations will have to be reset etc.
Disconnect the - battery cable Raise and support vehicle Disconnect the wiring at the top of starter Remove starter mounting bolts Twist starter to remove
The 1998 Ford Ranger door panel has eight retaining clips. Pry outward on each retaining clip. Remove the two door handle screws.
Disconnect the - battery terminal Raise and support vehicle if needed Disconnect wiring at top of starter Remove mounting bolts Drop starter
Do not get involved take it to a garage they are a piece.
Remove "Banjo" cover
On the 4.0 liter ( OHV ) the starter is on the driver's side of the engine , low down , where the transmission is bolted to the engine
Remove - battery cable Raise and support vehicle Disconnect wiring at top of starter Remove starter mounting bolts Remove starter
# Disconnect negative battery cable # Raise truck and support it # Disconnect the large cable from the terminal on the starter # Remove 4 bolts or nuts securing the starter and remove the starter from engine