Freeze plugs location?

Tiny
J38601
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  • 1989 FORD RANGER
  • 2.9L
  • 6 CYL
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Location of freeze plugs on passenger side engine
Saturday, February 14th, 2026 AT 12:37 PM

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STEVE W.
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There are three on each side, they are in line with each cylinder bore. One on each end of the cylinder heads. They are not easy to do with the engine in the vehicle because of all the things bolted around them. In general you would be replacing them from under the truck.
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Saturday, February 14th, 2026 AT 10:02 PM
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KEN L
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Here is a video that will show you how to install them.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Qf7LT3LAX8

Let us know if you need anything else. Ken
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Sunday, February 15th, 2026 AT 8:56 AM

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