Keep high-voltage spark reaching each cylinder in the right order with the Standard Ignition FD-162, a Ford Ranger distributor cap for 1983-1985 models that also fits the 1984-1985 Ford Bronco II and the 1986 Ford Aerostar. It installs as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine specifics.
The cap holds the terminals that take high-voltage current from the rotor and pass it to each spark plug wire. Standard Ignition is a global manufacturer of original equipment ignition products and keeps complete quality control over production, from the individual components to the finished cap.
- Insulating body: Made of high dielectric strength, glass/mineral reinforced polyester resin for less carbon tracking and greater resistance to electrical breakdown.
- RFI resistors where specified: Designed to help suppress radio static and potential ECU-damaging voltage spikes.
- Solid brass terminals where available: Intended to make better connections and resist electrical pitting and corrosion.
- Decades of development: Draws on Standard Ignition's decades of research and development in distributor caps and rotors.
Signs this part may need replacing include cracks, carbon tracks, burned or corroded terminals inside the cap, moisture intrusion, hard starting, misfires, or rough running. Diagnose the ignition system before replacing parts. If a worn cap is the cause, this part replaces it. Consider inspecting the rotor at the same time.
Interchange: C239 · F978 · FA145 · E37E12106CB · E3TZ12106A · 12336860
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
C239, F978, FA145, E37E12106CB, E3TZ12106A, 12336860
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the Standard Ignition FD-162 fit?
It is listed for the 1983-1985 Ford Ranger, the 1984-1985 Ford Bronco II and the 1986 Ford Aerostar. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine details.
What is the FD-162 cap body made of?
Standard Ignition makes its distributor caps from high dielectric strength, glass/mineral reinforced polyester resin, intended to reduce carbon tracking and resist electrical breakdown.
What does a distributor cap do?
It holds the terminals that receive high-voltage current from the spinning rotor and route it to each spark plug wire in firing order.
What are signs the distributor cap may need replacing?
Cracks, carbon tracking, burned or corroded terminals, moisture inside the cap, hard starting, misfires or rough running may indicate a worn cap. Other ignition parts can cause these symptoms too.
Which part numbers does FD-162 interchange with?
It cross-references C239, F978, FA145, E37E12106CB, E3TZ12106A and 12336860.
