Ford Bronco II Service & Repair Manual 1984–1990

Service and repair manuals for 7 model years of the Ford Bronco II, 1984 to 1990. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Ford published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 2.8L V6 — OHV · 2.3L I4 — OHV, turbocharged · 2.9L V6 — OHV.

Federal safety record, all years: 12 recalls, 260 owner complaints and 124 technical service bulletins are logged for the Bronco II. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your Bronco II year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
1990 $42.992 2.9L V6 Eddie Bauer Sport Utility 2-Door · XL Sport Sport Utility 2-Door · XLT Sport Utility 2-Door · XL Sport Utility 2-Door +1 details →
1989 $42.991 2.9L V6 Eddie Bauer Sport Utility 2-Door · XL Sport Sport Utility 2-Door · XLT Sport Utility 2-Door · XL Sport Utility 2-Door +1 details →
1988 $42.99 2.9L V6 Eddie Bauer Sport Utility 2-Door · XL Sport Sport Utility 2-Door · XLT Sport Utility 2-Door · XL Sport Utility 2-Door select
1987 $42.992 2.9L V6 Eddie Bauer Sport Utility 2-Door · XLT Sport Utility 2-Door · XL Sport Utility 2-Door details →
1986 $42.994 2.9L V6; 2.3L I4 Eddie Bauer Sport Utility 2-Door · XLT Sport Utility 2-Door · Base Sport Utility 2-Door details →
1985 $42.991 2.8L V6; 2.3L I4 XLS Sport Utility 2-Door · Eddie Bauer Sport Utility 2-Door · XLT Sport Utility 2-Door · Base Sport Utility 2-Door details →
1984 $42.992 2.8L V6 XLS Sport Utility 2-Door · Eddie Bauer Sport Utility 2-Door · XLT Sport Utility 2-Door · Base Sport Utility 2-Door details →

Related Ford models: Ford Bronco 1982–2024

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 1990 Bronco II manual.

1990 Ford Bronco II service manual page 11990 Ford Bronco II service manual page 21990 Ford Bronco II service manual page 31990 Ford Bronco II service manual page 41990 Ford Bronco II service manual page 5

03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 67
  • Engine Performance 1,929
  • Accessories & Equipment 185
  • General Information 1,478
  • Body & Frame 37
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 228
  • Brakes 164
  • Maintenance 136
  • Drivelines & Axles 122
  • Steering 107
  • Electrical 146
  • Suspension 89
  • Engine Mechanical 135
  • Transmission 256

04 / Other yearsOther Bronco II years

1988 Ford Bronco II · $42.99 select →

Engines: 2.9L V6 — OHV. Trims: Eddie Bauer Sport Utility 2-Door · XL Sport Sport Utility 2-Door · XLT Sport Utility 2-Door · XL Sport Utility 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1988 Bronco II. 59 complaints · 19 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore Bronco II manual$42.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the Bronco II manual

Which Bronco II years does this manual cover?

Every year from 1984 to 1990 — 7 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Ford Bronco II manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Ford published for the Bronco II, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include Bronco II wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Bronco II manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover Bronco II recalls?

12 recalls are on federal record across the 1984–1990 Bronco II, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Ford dealers.

Why do some Bronco II years cost more?

Every Bronco II year is $42.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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