The Ford Ranger PJ, produced from 2006 to 2009, represented a major improvement over the earlier Courier platform.

Sharing development with the Mazda BT-50, the PJ introduced stronger engines, improved safety, better interior comfort and greater towing capability. It became a popular workhorse across Australia, especially for trade, mining and fleet applications.

PJ Ranger Engines & Driveline

The PJ Ranger was offered with durable diesel engines known for torque and long service life. These engines, paired with robust transmissions, made the PJ a favourite among work fleets.

3.0L Turbo Diesel (WE-AT)

  • Shared with Mazda BT-50

  • Strong reliability

  • Very popular for towing

  • Common parts: injectors, turbos, ECUs, fuel pumps

2.5L Turbo Diesel (WL-C)

  • Found mostly in XL fleet models

  • Good low-end torque

  • Simple mechanical design

  • Common parts: injector pump, turbo, alternator

Common PJ Engine & Driveline Parts Customers Need

  • Complete engines;
  • Injectors & fuel pumps;
  • Turbos;
  • Alternators & starters;
  • Engine looms;
  • Manual gearboxes;
  • Transfer cases;
  • Front & rear diffs.

⚠️Common PX2 Ranger Issues

  • Turbo failure on higher-km 3.0L models;
  • Injector seal leaks / rough running;
  • Centre bearing wear (common issue);
  • Manual gearbox bearing noise;
  • Diff whine under load;
  • Cooling system failures (radiators, hoses);
  • Door lock actuator failures;
  • Electrical issues from aged looms and connectors.

These issues drive consistent demand for used parts.

🔩 Body & Interior Components

  • Bonnets, guards & bumpers;
  • Doors & tailgates;
  • Headlights & taillights;
  • Seats, consoles & interior trims;
  • Instrument clusters;
  • Mirrors & regulators;
  • BT-50 compatible cabin parts in many cases.

🔄 PX3 Ranger Parts Interchangeability

The PJ Ranger shares many components with the PK and Mazda BT-50 of the same generation. This makes parts generally easy to source and compatible across multiple models.

  • Engines: PJ 3.0L and PK 3.0L interchange;
  • Transmissions: Many PJ/PK/BT-50 manuals interchange;
  • Panels: Doors, guards, and many interior pieces compatible;
  • Electronics: Some ECUs differ; check part numbers;
  • Diffs: Often interchangeable if ratios match.

📦 Quality Used (& some new) PJ Ranger Parts at RangerWreck

We dismantle PJ Rangers acquired from insurance auctions and reputable suppliers to provide genuine OEM components. Our team ensures parts are removed carefully and catalogued properly. We supply Newcastle, the Hunter, Central Coast and ship nationwide.

  • Engines & gearboxes;
  • Diffs & driveline assemblies;
  • Turbos & fuel components;
  • Front and rear panels;
  • Interior trims;
  • ECUs, BCMs & wiring;
  • BT-50 compatible parts.

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