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Part Number: REPF960904
Guaranteed to Fit
$19.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1; California-Esv
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1; California-Esv
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1; California-Esv
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1; California-Esv
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1; California-Esv
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterType : 4-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitWire Length : 15.75 in. Wire LengthThread Size : M18-1.5 Thread SizeMounting Style : Threaded-in Mounting StyleHex Size : 7/8 in. Hex SizeInterchange Part Number : 25024001Connector Gender : Male ConnectorWarranty : 1-year DriveWire unlimited-mileage warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: SET-REPF960904-2
Guaranteed to Fit
$38.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1, California-ESV
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1, California-ESV
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1, California-ESV
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1, California-ESV
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1, California-ESV
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterComponents : (2) Oxygen SensorsType : 4-wireQuantity Sold : Set of 2Product Fit : Direct FitWire Length : 15.75 in. Wire LengthThread Size : M18-1.5 Thread SizeMounting Style : Threaded-in Mounting StyleHex Size : 7/8 in. Hex SizeConnector Gender : Male ConnectorWarranty : 1-year DriveWire unlimited-mileage warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: REPF960908
Guaranteed to Fit
$18.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Wire Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Wire Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Wire Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Wire Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Wire Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 4.0L
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterType : 4-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitWire Length : 18.82 in. Wire LengthThread Size : M18-1.5 Thread SizeMounting Style : Threaded-in Mounting StyleHex Size : 7/8 in. Hex SizeInterchange Part Number : 25024127Connector Gender : Male ConnectorWarranty : 1-year DriveWire unlimited-mileage warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: ARBM960901
Guaranteed to Fit
$19.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1; Non California-ESV
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1; Non California-ESV
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1; Non California-ESV
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1; Non California-ESV
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 4 Cyl 2.3L B1S1; Non California-ESV
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterType : 3-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitInterchange Part Number : 25023002Warranty : 1-year DriveWire unlimited-mileage warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: WKP35034089
Guaranteed to Fit
$32.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 2.9L Eng. VIN: T, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 2.9L Eng. VIN: T, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 4.0L Eng. VIN: X, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 2.9L Eng. VIN: T, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 2.9L Eng. VIN: T, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 4.0L Eng. VIN: X, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 4.0L Eng. VIN: X, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 2.9L Eng. VIN: T, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 4.0L Eng. VIN: X, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 4.0L Eng. VIN: X, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterNotes : HeatedType : 4-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitWire Length : 19.69 in. Wire LengthWarranty : 90-day Walker Products limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: 25024127
Guaranteed to Fit
$33.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Wire Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Wire Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Wire Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Wire Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Wire Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 4.0L
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterNotes : HeatedType : 4-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitWire Length : 19.69 in. Wire LengthInterchange Part Number : ARBM960908, 15718Warranty : 90-day Walker Products limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: KIT-083023-149
Guaranteed to Fit
$706.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 4.0L EO# D-193-104
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 4.0L EO# D-193-104
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 4.0L EO# D-193-104
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 4.0L EO# D-193-104
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 4.0L EO# D-193-104
Product Details
Emissions : CARB and Federal EPA Standards, 50-state LegalComponents : (1) Catalytic Converter and (1) Oxygen SensorType : Catalytic ConverterProduct Fit : Direct FitRecommended Use : OE ReplacementQuantity Sold : KitEO Number : D-193-104Gasket Included : With GasketOxygen Sensor Ports : Factory OEM PortsOxygen Sensor Port Location : Factory OEM LocationsWarranty : Magnaflow 5 year / 50,000 Mile WarrantyReturns Policy : 30-Day Return PolicyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: BS15716
Guaranteed to Fit
$36.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 4 Cyl 2.3L OE manufactured part; with California Emissions
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 4 Cyl 2.3L OE manufactured part; with California Emissions
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 4 Cyl 2.3L OE manufactured part; with California Emissions
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 4 Cyl 2.3L OE manufactured part; with California Emissions
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 4 Cyl 2.3L OE manufactured part; with California Emissions
Product Details
Location : UpstreamType : 4-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitWire Length : 11.8 in. Wire LengthInterchange Part Number : 15718Warranty : 1-year Bosch limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: NP2343000
Guaranteed to Fit
$42.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 4 Cyl 2.3L Exc. Calif.
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 2.9L 3 Lead Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 4 Cyl 2.3L Exc. Calif.
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 2.9L 3 Lead Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 4 Cyl 2.3L Exc. Calif.
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 2.9L 3 Lead Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 4 Cyl 2.3L Exc. Calif.
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 2.9L 3 Lead Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 2.9L 3 Lead Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 4 Cyl 2.3L Exc. Calif.
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterType : 3-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitInterchange Part Number : 13942Warranty : 1-year Denso limited WarrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: NP2344070
Guaranteed to Fit
$36.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor; OE #FOUZ9F472C & F4UZ9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor; OE #FOUZ9F472C & F4UZ9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 4.0L OE #F4UZ-9F472-C
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor; OE #FOUZ9F472C & F4UZ9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor; OE #FOUZ9F472C & F4UZ9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 4.0L OE #F4UZ-9F472-C
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 4.0L OE #F4UZ-9F472-C
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor; OE #FOUZ9F472C & F4UZ9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 4.0L OE #F4UZ-9F472-C
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 4.0L OE #F4UZ-9F472-C
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterType : 4-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitInterchange Part Number : 15718, 2344609Warranty : 1-year Denso limited WarrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: BS15725
Guaranteed to Fit
$49.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 4 Cyl 2.3L Automatic Transmission; Without California Emissions
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 4 Cyl 2.3L Standard Transmission; OE Manufactured Part; Without California Emissions
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 2.9L OE Manufactured Part; For Part Number E7Tf9F472Aa; E77F9F472Aa; E77F9F472Ba; E7Tf9F472Ca; E7Tf9F472Da; E7Tf9F472Ea
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 2.9L OE Manufactured Part; For Part Number E7Tf9F472Aa; E77F9F472Aa; E77F9F472Ba; E7Tf9F472Ca; E7Tf9F472Da; E7Tf9F472Ea
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 4 Cyl 2.3L Standard Transmission; OE Manufactured Part; Without California Emissions
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 2.9L OE Manufactured Part; For Part Number E7Tf9F472Aa; E77F9F472Aa; E77F9F472Ba; E7Tf9F472Ca; E7Tf9F472Da; E7Tf9F472Ea
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 2.9L OE Manufactured Part; For Part Number E7Tf9F472Aa; E77F9F472Aa; E77F9F472Ba; E7Tf9F472Ca; E7Tf9F472Da; E7Tf9F472Ea
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 4 Cyl 2.3L Automatic Transmission; Without California Emissions
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 2.9L OE Manufactured Part; For Part Number E7Tf9F472Aa; E77F9F472Aa; E77F9F472Ba; E7Tf9F472Ca; E7Tf9F472Da; E7Tf9F472Ea
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 4 Cyl 2.3L Automatic Transmission; Without California Emissions
Product Details
Location : UpstreamType : 3-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitWire Length : 29.7 in. Wire LengthInterchange Part Number : AFS21, 15737Warranty : 1-year Bosch limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: NP2344611
Guaranteed to Fit
$37.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor; OE #FOTZ9F472C & FO9Z9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 4.0L OE #FO9Z9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor; OE #FOTZ9F472C & FO9Z9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 4.0L OE #FO9Z9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 4.0L OE #FO9Z9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor; OE #FOTZ9F472C & FO9Z9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 4.0L OE #FO9Z9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor; OE #FOTZ9F472C & FO9Z9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor; OE #FOTZ9F472C & FO9Z9F472C
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 4.0L OE #FO9Z9F472C
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterType : 4-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitInterchange Part Number : 15718Warranty : 1-year Denso limited WarrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: NG22503
Guaranteed to Fit
$38.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 2.9L 4 Lead Sensor
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 4.0L
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterNotes : Heated Sensor TypeType : 4-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitWire Length : 22 in. Wire LengthThread Size : 18 mm Thread SizeMounting Style : Threaded-in Mounting StyleInterchange Part Number : 15718Warranty : NGK limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: NP2343002
Guaranteed to Fit
$38.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 2.9L 3 Lead Sensor; With 11" Pigtail
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 4 Cyl 2.3L Exc. Calif.
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 4 Cyl 2.3L Exc. Calif.
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 2.9L 3 Lead Sensor; With 11" Pigtail
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 4 Cyl 2.3L Exc. Calif.
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 2.9L 3 Lead Sensor; With 11" Pigtail
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 2.9L 3 Lead Sensor; With 11" Pigtail
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 4 Cyl 2.3L Exc. Calif.
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 4 Cyl 2.3L Exc. Calif.
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 2.9L 3 Lead Sensor; With 11" Pigtail
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterType : 3-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitInterchange Part Number : 13942, 2343000Warranty : 1-year Denso limited WarrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: WKP35033060
Guaranteed to Fit
$28.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990 Ford Ranger S 6 Cyl 2.9L Eng. VIN: T, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger Custom 6 Cyl 2.9L Eng. VIN: T, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger STX 6 Cyl 2.9L Eng. VIN: T, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 6 Cyl 2.9L Eng. VIN: T, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
- 1990 Ford Ranger S Plus 6 Cyl 2.9L Eng. VIN: T, FI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
Product Details
Location : Before Catalytic ConverterNotes : HeatedType : 3-wireQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProduct Fit : Direct FitWire Length : 18.9 in. Wire LengthWarranty : 90-day Walker Products limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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