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2009 Ford Ranger Exterior Mods & Products

Full lineup of exterior styling upgrades for the 2009 Ford Ranger, with 31 compatible Amazon products across 4 upgrade types.

Tonneau Covers

$150–$1,200 parts
DIY: "Effortless, just like flipping a switch." Popularity: 50%

A tonneau cover secures cargo, improves fuel economy, and keeps the bed weatherproof. Roll-up, folding, and hard tri-fold styles trade off cost, security, and full-bed access.

JDM Tow Strap

$25–$75 parts
DIY: "Effortless, just like flipping a switch." Popularity: 41%

Miscalculated your speed in a corner and went off the road? Suddenly punctured the radiator and the car boiled somewhere far from home? Well, bad things happen, so don't get upset. All you need is a friend who will be ready to come to the rescue and get you out. And a tow strap. An indispensable attribute of Japanese street racers - and you can use it in your car! Not only will it help you in case of a breakdown, but it will also add a twist to your car's appearance.

Matching Amazon products for this upgrade are being verified for compatibility.

Running Boards

$100–$600 parts
Install: $50–$200 DIY: "Easy-peasy, almost a cakewalk." Popularity: 40%

Running boards and side steps make it easier to get in and out of a lifted or tall truck, and help protect the rocker panels from mud and debris.

APS iBoard Running Boards (Nerf Bars Side Steps Step Bars) Compatible with Ford Ranger Mazda B-Series 1998-2011 Super Cab (Black Powder Coated 5 inches)
APS iBoard Running Boards (Nerf Bars Side Steps Step Bars) Compatible with Ford Ranger Mazda B-Series 1998-2011 Super Cab (Black Powder Coated 5 inches)
$199.95
TAC Side Steps fit 1998-2011 Ford Ranger/Ranger Edge Super Cab 2DR / Mazda B Series Super Cab 2DR Pickup Truck 3" Black Side Bars Nerf Bars Running Boards Off Road Exterior Accessories (2 PCS)
TAC Side Steps fit 1998-2011 Ford Ranger/Ranger Edge Super Cab 2DR / Mazda B Series Super Cab 2DR Pickup Truck 3" Black Side Bars Nerf Bars Running Boards Off Road Exterior Accessories (2 PCS)
$149.99
APS iBoard (Black Powder Coated 6 inches) Running Boards Nerf Bars Side Steps Step Rails Compatible with Ford Ranger Mazda B-Series 1998-2011 Super Cab
APS iBoard (Black Powder Coated 6 inches) Running Boards Nerf Bars Side Steps Step Rails Compatible with Ford Ranger Mazda B-Series 1998-2011 Super Cab
$218.95
TAC Side Steps Compatible with 1999-2011 Ford Ranger/Ranger Edge/Mazda B Series Super Cab 4 Door 3 inches Black Side Steps Nerf Bars Running Boards Rock Panel Off Road Exterior Accessories (2 Pieces)
TAC Side Steps Compatible with 1999-2011 Ford Ranger/Ranger Edge/Mazda B Series Super Cab 4 Door 3 inches Black Side Steps Nerf Bars Running Boards Rock Panel Off Road Exterior Accessories (2 Pieces)
$154.99
BETTER AUTOMOTIVE 3" Black Side Steps Compatible with 1999-2011 Ford Ranger Super CAB 4 Door/Ford Ranger Edge Super CAB 4 Door/Mazda B Series Super CAB 4 Door NERF Side Bars Running Board
BETTER AUTOMOTIVE 3" Black Side Steps Compatible with 1999-2011 Ford Ranger Super CAB 4 Door/Ford Ranger Edge Super CAB 4 Door/Mazda B Series Super CAB 4 Door NERF Side Bars Running Board
$154.99
APS-IBFZ4786 iBoard Third Generation 5-inch Black Aluminum Running Boards Side Step for Selected Ford Ranger Mazda B Super Cab 2Dr
APS-IBFZ4786 iBoard Third Generation 5-inch Black Aluminum Running Boards Side Step for Selected Ford Ranger Mazda B Super Cab 2Dr
$226.90
TAC Side Steps fit 1998-2011 Ford Ranger Regular Cab Pickup Truck 3 inches Black Side Bars Nerf Bars Step Rails Running Boards Rock Panel Off Road Exterior Accessories (2 Pieces Running Boards)
TAC Side Steps fit 1998-2011 Ford Ranger Regular Cab Pickup Truck 3 inches Black Side Bars Nerf Bars Step Rails Running Boards Rock Panel Off Road Exterior Accessories (2 Pieces Running Boards)
$149.99
APS iBoard Running Boards 5-inch Matte Black Compatible with Ford Ranger Mazda B-Series 1999-2011 Super Cab 4-Door (Nerf Bars Side Steps Side Bars)
APS iBoard Running Boards 5-inch Matte Black Compatible with Ford Ranger Mazda B-Series 1999-2011 Super Cab 4-Door (Nerf Bars Side Steps Side Bars)
$205.95
APS IBFZ5960 Black 4" Running Board Side Step (iBoard Third Generation, For Selected Ford Ranger Super Cab 4 Door, Aluminum)
APS IBFZ5960 Black 4" Running Board Side Step (iBoard Third Generation, For Selected Ford Ranger Super Cab 4 Door, Aluminum)
$194.12
HD Ridez Side Steps Aluminum Armor Compatible with Ford Ranger Mazda B-Series 1999-2011 Super Cab 4-Door (Nerf Bar Side Steps Side Bars)
HD Ridez Side Steps Aluminum Armor Compatible with Ford Ranger Mazda B-Series 1999-2011 Super Cab 4-Door (Nerf Bar Side Steps Side Bars)
$269.99
BETTER AUTOMOTIVE 3" Black Side Step Rails Compatible with 1998-2011 Ford Ranger Regular CAB NERF Bars Side Bars Running Board Steps
BETTER AUTOMOTIVE 3" Black Side Step Rails Compatible with 1998-2011 Ford Ranger Regular CAB NERF Bars Side Bars Running Board Steps
$149.99

Fender Flares

$10–$900 parts
DIY: "Medium, a bit of a brain teaser." Popularity: 23%

Have you ever seen a sports car? Its streamlined shape, wide arches, and wheels protruding from underneath? The truth is that you can easily make your car look like that - install fender flares. They perform several functions at once - they make your car visually wider and also protect the paintwork of your car from dirt and small stones that fly from under the wheels.

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