The aFe 49-03042-1 ATLAS cat-back is the selected 2.5-inch aluminized-steel system for the guide's 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab application. It includes a muffler and a pictured polished outlet, with original mounts and front-flange hardware retained. Stainless and aluminized alternatives in the shared drawing are separate selections. 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab; exact-part secondary fitment further restricts it to 6-foot bed and 126-inch wheelbase. Obtain exact current aFe confirmation of actual engine-year/cab/bed before ordering. The own selected guide names 2.3L, 3.0L and 4.0L engines, while secondary titles also list 2.5L. That 2.5L scope is unverified and not cleared from the title or engine similarity; the omission is not itself proof of physical incompatibility. No 2012 extension or regular-cab application is added.
1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab; exact-part secondary fitment further restricts it to 6-foot bed and 126-inch wheelbase. Obtain exact current aFe confirmation of actual engine-year/cab/bed before ordering. The own selected guide names 2.3L, 3.0L and 4.0L engines, while secondary titles also list 2.5L. That 2.5L scope is unverified and not cleared from the title or engine similarity; the omission is not itself proof of physical incompatibility. No 2012 extension or regular-cab application is added. Each named row is conditional on the actual engine, body and equipment. No headline-based universal trim, cab or engine mapping is inferred.
| Years | Make | Model | Submodel | Required application qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-2003 | Ford | Ranger | Edge | 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab; exact-part secondary fitment further restricts it to 6-foot bed and 126-inch wheelbase. Obtain exact current aFe confirmation of actual engine-year/cab/bed before ordering. The own selected guide names 2.3L, 3.0L and 4.0L engines, while secondary titles also list 2.5L. That 2.5L scope is unverified and not cleared from the title or engine similarity; the omission is not itself proof of physical incompatibility. No 2012 extension or regular-cab application is added. |
| 1998 | Ford | Ranger | Splash | 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab; exact-part secondary fitment further restricts it to 6-foot bed and 126-inch wheelbase. Obtain exact current aFe confirmation of actual engine-year/cab/bed before ordering. The own selected guide names 2.3L, 3.0L and 4.0L engines, while secondary titles also list 2.5L. That 2.5L scope is unverified and not cleared from the title or engine similarity; the omission is not itself proof of physical incompatibility. No 2012 extension or regular-cab application is added. |
| 2009 | Ford | Ranger | Sport | 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab; exact-part secondary fitment further restricts it to 6-foot bed and 126-inch wheelbase. Obtain exact current aFe confirmation of actual engine-year/cab/bed before ordering. The own selected guide names 2.3L, 3.0L and 4.0L engines, while secondary titles also list 2.5L. That 2.5L scope is unverified and not cleared from the title or engine similarity; the omission is not itself proof of physical incompatibility. No 2012 extension or regular-cab application is added. |
| 2007 | Ford | Ranger | STX | 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab; exact-part secondary fitment further restricts it to 6-foot bed and 126-inch wheelbase. Obtain exact current aFe confirmation of actual engine-year/cab/bed before ordering. The own selected guide names 2.3L, 3.0L and 4.0L engines, while secondary titles also list 2.5L. That 2.5L scope is unverified and not cleared from the title or engine similarity; the omission is not itself proof of physical incompatibility. No 2012 extension or regular-cab application is added. |
| 1998-2011 | Ford | Ranger | XL | 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab; exact-part secondary fitment further restricts it to 6-foot bed and 126-inch wheelbase. Obtain exact current aFe confirmation of actual engine-year/cab/bed before ordering. The own selected guide names 2.3L, 3.0L and 4.0L engines, while secondary titles also list 2.5L. That 2.5L scope is unverified and not cleared from the title or engine similarity; the omission is not itself proof of physical incompatibility. No 2012 extension or regular-cab application is added. |
| 1998-2011 | Ford | Ranger | XLT | 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab; exact-part secondary fitment further restricts it to 6-foot bed and 126-inch wheelbase. Obtain exact current aFe confirmation of actual engine-year/cab/bed before ordering. The own selected guide names 2.3L, 3.0L and 4.0L engines, while secondary titles also list 2.5L. That 2.5L scope is unverified and not cleared from the title or engine similarity; the omission is not itself proof of physical incompatibility. No 2012 extension or regular-cab application is added. |
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | 49-03042-1 |
| Product type | Catback |
| Construction | ATLAS cat-back is the selected 2.5-inch aluminized-steel system for the guide's 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab application. It includes a muffler and a pictured polished outlet, with original mounts and front-flange hardware retained. Stainless and aluminized alternatives in the shared drawing are separate selections. |
| Selected packing list | one selected aluminized mid-pipe, one aluminized muffler assembly, one aluminized over-axle/tailpipe assembly, two 2.5-inch bands 05-41061 and one flange 05-43042. The shared diagram prints paired mid-pipe 05-44589/05-42589, muffler 05-44590/05-42590 and over-axle 05-44591/05-42591 numbers for two material alternatives without individually labeling their allocation. Confirm the exact selected aluminized replacement part numbers with aFe; no six main sections or stainless substitution is promised. A polished outlet is pictured, but no separate tip part number or tip alloy grade is printed in the guide. |
| Exact application restrictions | 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab; exact-part secondary fitment further restricts it to 6-foot bed and 126-inch wheelbase. Obtain exact current aFe confirmation of actual engine-year/cab/bed before ordering. The own selected guide names 2.3L, 3.0L and 4.0L engines, while secondary titles also list 2.5L. That 2.5L scope is unverified and not cleared from the title or engine similarity; the omission is not itself proof of physical incompatibility. No 2012 extension or regular-cab application is added. |
| Source and packing gaps | The current exact product page was not located: manufacturer search returned unrelated items, which were rejected. The exact own-hosted installation sheet explicitly covers the selected aluminized part and was fully read, but selected component-number allocation, separate tip specification and current 2.5L coverage require aFe confirmation. No generic retailer 4-inch tube, 322-hp, black-tip or diesel-system claim is adopted. |
| Selected installation arrangement | Install the over-axle assembly FIRST using original isolation mounts. Shock-absorber removal may be necessary for access; if removed, reinstall it and tighten to the actual factory specification before operation. Install the muffler with the center outlet facing rear and offset inlet facing forward closer to the driveshaft; then slip the flange over the mid-pipe, attach mid-pipe to muffler and reuse original front-flange hardware. |
| Tightening and recheck | No numeric exhaust torque is printed. Align and tighten the connections, restore any removed shock absorber to factory specifications, keep tailpipe at least 1/2 to 1 inch from body panels, retighten all parts after 50-100 miles and check periodically. |
| Performance claims | No selected measured test chart is established. Exact-part secondary claims of 7 hp/9 lb-ft are not treated as a measured guarantee, and generic contradictory 322-hp/28-lb-ft or 4-inch descriptions are rejected. |
aFe Power develops application-specific intake, filtration, exhaust, cooling, tuning, suspension, drivetrain, and truck-performance components supported by product testing and documented installation requirements.
ATLAS cat-back is the selected 2.5-inch aluminized-steel system for the guide's 1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab application. It includes a muffler and a pictured polished outlet, with original mounts and front-flange hardware retained. Stainless and aluminized alternatives in the shared drawing are separate selections.
Which engine, cab and wheelbase restrictions apply?1998-2011 Ranger Extended/SuperCab; exact-part secondary fitment further restricts it to 6-foot bed and 126-inch wheelbase. Obtain exact current aFe confirmation of actual engine-year/cab/bed before ordering. The own selected guide names 2.3L, 3.0L and 4.0L engines, while secondary titles also list 2.5L. That 2.5L scope is unverified and not cleared from the title or engine similarity; the omission is not itself proof of physical incompatibility. No 2012 extension or regular-cab application is added.
What selected components are supplied?one selected aluminized mid-pipe, one aluminized muffler assembly, one aluminized over-axle/tailpipe assembly, two 2.5-inch bands 05-41061 and one flange 05-43042. The shared diagram prints paired mid-pipe 05-44589/05-42589, muffler 05-44590/05-42590 and over-axle 05-44591/05-42591 numbers for two material alternatives without individually labeling their allocation. Confirm the exact selected aluminized replacement part numbers with aFe; no six main sections or stainless substitution is promised. A polished outlet is pictured, but no separate tip part number or tip alloy grade is printed in the guide.
What packing or source clarification is required?The current exact product page was not located: manufacturer search returned unrelated items, which were rejected. The exact own-hosted installation sheet explicitly covers the selected aluminized part and was fully read, but selected component-number allocation, separate tip specification and current 2.5L coverage require aFe confirmation. No generic retailer 4-inch tube, 322-hp, black-tip or diesel-system claim is adopted.
How do mounts, extensions or shock access apply?Install the over-axle assembly FIRST using original isolation mounts. Shock-absorber removal may be necessary for access; if removed, reinstall it and tighten to the actual factory specification before operation. Install the muffler with the center outlet facing rear and offset inlet facing forward closer to the driveshaft; then slip the flange over the mid-pipe, attach mid-pipe to muffler and reuse original front-flange hardware.
What tightening and mileage checks are printed?No numeric exhaust torque is printed. Align and tighten the connections, restore any removed shock absorber to factory specifications, keep tailpipe at least 1/2 to 1 inch from body panels, retighten all parts after 50-100 miles and check periodically.
Are measured gains or drone-free operation guaranteed?No selected measured test chart is established. Exact-part secondary claims of 7 hp/9 lb-ft are not treated as a measured guarantee, and generic contradictory 322-hp/28-lb-ft or 4-inch descriptions are rejected.
Does this require unrelated vehicle modifications?Only conditional shock access/removal and full restoration are specified here; no battery, sensor, crossmember, ground-strap or stock-pipe cutting procedure is borrowed.
California Proposition 65 warning: this product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Shop aFe POWER intake systems, replacement filters, exhaust components, BladeRunner cooling parts and CONTROL chassis accessories at Black Ops Auto Works. Compare Momentum GT, Track Series and Magnum FORCE intake applications alongside Pro DRY S and Pro 5R filter choices. Choose a complete upgrade or a service component for the system already on your car, truck or SUV.Choose Your aFe Intake and FilterMomentum GT, Track Series and Magnum FORCECompare the intake housing, tubing, filter arrangement and finish offered for your engine. The collection includes Momentum GT applications, selected carbon-fiber Track Series systems and Magnum FORCE configurations. Each package supplies its own combination of induction components, so choose the design for the installation you want.Pro DRY S or Pro 5R Filter MediaPro DRY S uses oil-free media and skips the re-oiling step during service. Pro 5R is an oiled filter option with a different maintenance procedure. Choose a media configuration aFe off...
View aFe Products
Shop cat-back exhaust systems for a more distinctive voice and a coordinated rear-end finish at Black Ops Auto Works. Compare Borla S-Type and ATAK, CORSA Sport and Xtreme, AWE Touring and Track, MBRP and other listed systems for the exact vehicle. Choose the sound character you want at acceleration and cruise, then compare material, valve operation, exit layout and tips.Borla and CORSA Sound ChoicesBorla S-Type and ATAK provide different sound characters, with ATAK the more aggressive option where both are offered. Compare manufacturer sound clips on the same engine and vehicle, including the installed headers or other front-exhaust changes that affect the finished note.CORSA Sport and Xtreme likewise have different sound levels. Its RSC technology targets unwanted cruising resonance in the designed system. Choose the actual application and sound family rather than assuming the loudest acceleration note must also mean the most cabin drone.AWE Touring, Track and Other Product Famili...
View Catback Products
Shop performance exhaust systems, cat-backs, axle-backs, headers, mufflers, and exhaust tips at Black Ops Auto Works. Compare options from Borla, CORSA, Solo Performance, AWE, MagnaFlow, MBRP, Kooks, Akrapovic, Invidia, and other brands. Find complete systems and individual components for muscle cars, performance SUVs, trucks, imports, and European vehicles. Cat-Back and Axle-Back Exhaust Systems Choose the exhaust section that matches your project. Cat-back systems generally replace the exhaust downstream of the catalytic converter, while axle-back systems replace the rear section. Exact connection points and package contents vary by vehicle. Compare muffler design, pipe diameter, exit location, tip configuration, and compatibility with existing exhaust components. Exhaust for HEMI, SRT, Trackhawk, and Hellcat Vehicles This collection includes exhaust options for selected Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT and Trackhawk, Dodge Durango SRT and Hellcat, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, and Ram appl...
View Exhaust Systems Products
Shop Ford Ranger parts for bed protection, easier access, suspension projects and brake or engine service at Black Ops Auto Works. Compare BAK covers, AMP Research steps, Bilstein suspension references and Husky protection around the truck you drive. Match exact generation, cab, bed, powertrain and drivetrain before ordering.Bed Covers, Caps and Access StepsBAK references distinguish MX4 folding and Revolver X4s roll-up choices for stated bed applications. Match exact bed dimensions, rails and accessory compatibility. The Westin EXP cap Box 1 title explicitly requires Box 2; review the complete package before planning installation. AMP PowerStep, RealTruck bars and other steps need exact cab and production coverage, while rack-frame-only titles require separate hardware.Suspension and Wheel PlanningBilstein references distinguish newer Ranger 6112 front leveling, 6100 rear and 5100 options from earlier chassis applications. Eibach 2WD, Superlift 4WD and MaxTrac references address di...
View Ford Ranger Parts and Accessories Products
