Second–fifth generations · Full-size F-Series-based · 1978–1996
1994Ford Bronco
A full-size SUV closely derived from the F-Series pickup; the white 1993 Bronco of the O.J. Simpson freeway chase is its most famous example. (Summarized as one block here; the full-size sub-generations run 1978–79, 1980–86, 1987–91, and 1992–96.)
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Quick facts
- Engines
- 2offered5.0-liter multi-port-EFI V8 → 5.8-liter multi-port-EFI V8
- Top output
- 210hp5.8-liter multi-port-EFI V8
Body stylesTwo-door full-size four-wheel-drive wagon
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What do you need to know?
This page covers the whole 1994 Ford Bronco model year. Choose your task first; exact trims and engines are separated where the factory offered different versions.
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Verified 2026-09-01 from Ford — 1994 Bronco factory brochure.
1994 Ford Bronco XL
- Body
- Two-door full-size four-wheel-drive wagon
- Engine
- 5.0L multi-port-EFI V8
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual overdrive
- Built
- Regular production
1994 Ford Bronco XLT
- Body
- Two-door full-size four-wheel-drive wagon
- Engine
- 5.0L multi-port-EFI V8
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual overdrive
- Built
- Regular production
1994 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer
- Body
- Two-door full-size four-wheel-drive wagon
- Engine
- 5.0L multi-port-EFI V8
- Gearbox
- 4-speed electronic automatic overdrive
- Built
- Regular production
No factory configuration matches those filters.
The 1994 model year
Overview
Ford renamed the entry model XL for 1994, continuing it beside XLT and Eddie Bauer. A driver-side air bag and four-wheel anti-lock braking were standard; the 5.0-liter EFI V8 remained the base engine, the 5.8-liter EFI V8 was optional, and Eddie Bauer standardized the E4OD automatic.
Specifications
- Engines
- 5.0-liter multi-port-EFI V8205 hp
- 5.8-liter multi-port-EFI V8210 hp
- Transmissions
- 5-speed manual overdrive, E4OD electronic 4-speed automatic overdrive
- Body styles
- Two-door full-size four-wheel-drive wagon
Year over year
What changed
- Custom was replaced by the XL name in the factory roster.
- A driver-side air bag debuted.
- New Eddie Bauer features included an auto-dimming mirror, overhead console, cargo net, and retractable cover.
Worth knowing
Notable
- The factory brochure identifies XL, XLT, and Eddie Bauer as the series hierarchy.
- Ford lists 205 hp for the manual 5.0 and 210 hp for the 5.8.
Living with it
Reliability & ownership notes
- Confirm 5.0 versus 5.8 and transmission before ordering; the brochure notes different 5.0 output with manual equipment.
- Inspect the air-bag warning system, four-wheel ABS, E4OD, tailgate glass, roof seals, hubs, and corrosion.
Maintenance & service parts
Keep your 1994 Bronco on the road
Start with the service interval, then match the engine or exact version you own. Order links appear only when a catalog-backed part number is available, and every listing still needs a fitment check.
Service desk
What this car needs & when
Use this as a service-planning checklist for 1994 Ford Bronco. Start with the interval, confirm which engine or configuration you have, then use an exact ordering reference when one is verified.
- Service topics
- 8
- Factory intervals
- 8
- Fitment-scoped
- 8
- Exact references
- 1
Before orderingIdentify your engine, options and build date.Part numbers and sizes can change within one model year. Shopping links appear only for catalog-backed references; still verify the listing against your vehicle before ordering.
Engine oil and filter
Exact reference available
Source: Ford — 1994 full-size Bronco 5.0L service schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Normal Service — repeating 5,000-mile oil/filter replacement rows · checked
1994 cataloged Bronco engines
K&N HP-3001
Source: K&N — Ford Bronco replacement oil-filter catalog · 1994 Ford Bronco engine application rows — HP-3001 · checked
Verified ordering references
- Service replacementK&N HP-3001
Qty. 1 · Spin-on engine oil filter · catalog-listed
K&N's manufacturer catalog lists HP-3001 for the 1994 Bronco 5.0L multi-port-EFI V8 application. Confirm the installed engine before ordering.
Catalog: K&N — Ford Bronco replacement oil-filter catalog · 1994 Ford Bronco 5.0L multi-port-EFI V8 oil-filter application — HP-3001 · checked
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Spark plugs
Sourced interval available
Source: Ford — 1994 full-size Bronco 5.0L service schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Normal Service — repeating 30,000-mile replacement rows · checked
Fuel filter
Sourced interval available
Source: Ford — 1994 full-size Bronco 5.0L service schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Normal Service — repeating 30,000-mile replacement rows · checked
Engine air-filter element
Sourced interval available
Source: Ford — 1994 full-size Bronco 5.0L service schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Normal Service — repeating 30,000-mile replacement rows · checked
Front wheel-bearing clean and repack
Sourced interval available
Source: Ford — 1994 full-size Bronco 5.0L service schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Normal Service — repeating 30,000-mile clean/repack rows · checked
PCV valve
Sourced interval available
Source: Ford — 1994 full-size Bronco 5.0L service schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Normal Service — repeating 60,000-mile replacement rows · checked
Transfer-case fluid
Sourced interval available
Source: Ford — 1994 full-size Bronco 5.0L service schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Normal Service — repeating 60,000-mile transfer-case-fluid replacement rows · checked
Engine coolant
Sourced interval available
Source: Ford — 1994 full-size Bronco 5.0L service schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Normal Service — repeating 30,000-mile coolant replacement rows · checked
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