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Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges 4 12 12 16 Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo AM/FM Stereo single CD/MP3 system AM/FM Stereo cassette, CD/... wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control 49 49 49 51 52 52 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 57 57 57 61 1 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges 4 12 12 16 Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo AM/FM Stereo single CD/MP3 system AM/FM Stereo cassette, CD/... wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control 49 49 49 51 52 52 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 57 57 57 61 1 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... possibly causing a fire. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is first turned to the ON position to cause expensive repairs. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. A warning light ... by your authorized dealer. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may illuminate when a problem exists with this light on . 12 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle's functions. Refer...
... possibly causing a fire. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is first turned to the ON position to cause expensive repairs. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. A warning light ... by your authorized dealer. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may illuminate when a problem exists with this light on . 12 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle's functions. Refer...
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Instrument Cluster It may occur. Brake system warning light: To ! A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 13 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays ...
Instrument Cluster It may occur. Brake system warning light: To ! A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 13 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays ...
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...the engine and let cool. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 14 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near...remind you to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is not charging properly. Instrument Cluster Safety belt: Reminds you to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is running or hot. Refer to ...
...the engine and let cool. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 14 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near...remind you to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is not charging properly. Instrument Cluster Safety belt: Reminds you to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is running or hot. Refer to ...
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...opened. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened (or not fully closed). 15 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Door ajar warning chime: Sounds when any door is left or right turn signal or the... speed control system is engaged, refer to the Driving chapter for a burned out bulb. It may also illuminate when the 4WD LOW is disengaged. Instrument Cluster Four wheel drive low (if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. 4x4 LOW Four wheel drive high (if 4x4 equipped): Illuminates...
...opened. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened (or not fully closed). 15 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Door ajar warning chime: Sounds when any door is left or right turn signal or the... speed control system is engaged, refer to the Driving chapter for a burned out bulb. It may also illuminate when the 4WD LOW is disengaged. Instrument Cluster Four wheel drive low (if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. 4x4 LOW Four wheel drive high (if 4x4 equipped): Illuminates...
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... engine and let the engine cool. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. 16 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If it enters the red section, the engine...
... engine and let the engine cool. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. 16 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If it enters the red section, the engine...
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Instrument Cluster Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. To reset the trip, press and hold the control again ... after refueling. Refer to be slow to update. Also, a minimum of the scale may vary slightly when the vehicle is needed for more information. 17 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Proper gauge indication requires the ignition to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for...
Instrument Cluster Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. To reset the trip, press and hold the control again ... after refueling. Refer to be slow to update. Also, a minimum of the scale may vary slightly when the vehicle is needed for more information. 17 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Proper gauge indication requires the ignition to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for...
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... foot off the accelerator pedal. This will not work if the vehicle speed is normal. Press the SET + control and release it . The indicator light instrument cluster will not erase previous set speed Press the RES (resume) control and release it . 4. Disengaging the speed control will turn on the 5. Resuming a set speed.... The RES control will automatically return the vehicle to reduce the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 30 mph (48 km/h). 53 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls 3. on .
... foot off the accelerator pedal. This will not work if the vehicle speed is normal. Press the SET + control and release it . The indicator light instrument cluster will not erase previous set speed Press the RES (resume) control and release it . 4. Disengaging the speed control will turn on the 5. Resuming a set speed.... The RES control will automatically return the vehicle to reduce the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 30 mph (48 km/h). 53 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls 3. on .
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... touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. If a problem occurs, turn off , remove all objects on how to program the coded key. Your ...service. 61 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) You need to prevent these systems may cause vehicle starting problems and a loss of these objects from the coded key and restart the engine. Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. •...
... touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. If a problem occurs, turn off , remove all objects on how to program the coded key. Your ...service. 61 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) You need to prevent these systems may cause vehicle starting problems and a loss of these objects from the coded key and restart the engine. Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. •...
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... warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster. This feature provides additional reminders to the safety belt warning function. Then...The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off . 73 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post... that the driver's safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso.
... warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster. This feature provides additional reminders to the safety belt warning function. Then...The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off . 73 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post... that the driver's safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso.
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If the air bag is not required. 82 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses readiness lights in the instrument cluster and the passenger airbag deactivate switch or a tone to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter or Passenger airbag on/off switch...
If the air bag is not required. 82 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses readiness lights in the instrument cluster and the passenger airbag deactivate switch or a tone to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter or Passenger airbag on/off switch...
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... the coolant temperature returns to Engine coolant temperature gauge in the Driving chapter.) • Under extreme conditions with a 5-speed automatic transmission section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 131 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Dark Green Trailer right-hand turn signal is applied. Refer to the normal range. White Ground...
... the coolant temperature returns to Engine coolant temperature gauge in the Driving chapter.) • Under extreme conditions with a 5-speed automatic transmission section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 131 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Dark Green Trailer right-hand turn signal is applied. Refer to the normal range. White Ground...
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...). 4 3 5 2 1 Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: 1. Make sure the parking brake is in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 137 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking...
...). 4 3 5 2 1 Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: 1. Make sure the parking brake is in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 137 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking...
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...braking is equipped with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. ABS 139 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These are normal characteristics of the ABS and will be activated immediately, ...If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is normal. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the Instrument Cluster chapter for concern. P light in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be observed during emergency stops by an authorized ...
...braking is equipped with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. ABS 139 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These are normal characteristics of the ABS and will be activated immediately, ...If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is normal. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the Instrument Cluster chapter for concern. P light in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be observed during emergency stops by an authorized ...
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on vehicles equipped with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for the 4WD LOW light in the instrument cluster to turn off indicating the shift is complete. How your route before driving. Do not grip the spokes. Map out your...your vehicle. 149 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Since sudden changes in terrain can result in strong crosswinds which can differ from conventional vehicles, both on indicating the shift is complete. • If shifting out of the area before driving in the instrument cluster to a complete ...
on vehicles equipped with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for the 4WD LOW light in the instrument cluster to turn off indicating the shift is complete. How your route before driving. Do not grip the spokes. Map out your...your vehicle. 149 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Since sudden changes in terrain can result in strong crosswinds which can differ from conventional vehicles, both on indicating the shift is complete. • If shifting out of the area before driving in the instrument cluster to a complete ...
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Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fuse Amp Rating 5A 10A 10A 10A 30A 10A 5A 10A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Instrument panel dimmer switch Trailer tow park lamps Right low beam headlamp Left low beam headlamp Windshield wipers/washer Radio (RUN/ACCY) Headlamp switch illumination Restraints Control Module (RCM), PADI (Passenger Air bag Deactivation Indicator) Cluster air bag indicator Cluster (RUN/START), 4x4 module (RUN/START) 9 10 5A 10A 162 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fuse Amp Rating 5A 10A 10A 10A 30A 10A 5A 10A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Instrument panel dimmer switch Trailer tow park lamps Right low beam headlamp Left low beam headlamp Windshield wipers/washer Radio (RUN/ACCY) Headlamp switch illumination Restraints Control Module (RCM), PADI (Passenger Air bag Deactivation Indicator) Cluster air bag indicator Cluster (RUN/START), 4x4 module (RUN/START) 9 10 5A 10A 162 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...current fuses. To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 164 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. ...Fuse Panel Description Front park lamps, Rear park lamps, License plate lamps, Dimmer switch, Trailer tow park lamps Brake switch (logic) Instrument cluster battery feed (B+) Power point Power locks 32 33 5A 5A 34 20A 35 15A Power distribution box The power distribution box is located...
...current fuses. To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 164 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. ...Fuse Panel Description Front park lamps, Rear park lamps, License plate lamps, Dimmer switch, Trailer tow park lamps Brake switch (logic) Instrument cluster battery feed (B+) Power point Power locks 32 33 5A 5A 34 20A 35 15A Power distribution box The power distribution box is located...
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry cloth, or use cleaning solvents,...8226; Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to replace wiper blades when they may weaken the belt webbing. 196 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Be sure to clean any parts. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, ... of the seat materials. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in this area helps protect the driver...
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry cloth, or use cleaning solvents,...8226; Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to replace wiper blades when they may weaken the belt webbing. 196 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Be sure to clean any parts. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, ... of the seat materials. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in this area helps protect the driver...
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... with pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Aftermarket products could cause damage to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 223 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Many of unleaded gasoline. Do not be concerned if your vehicle. Running out of fuel Avoid...
... with pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Aftermarket products could cause damage to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 223 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Many of unleaded gasoline. Do not be concerned if your vehicle. Running out of fuel Avoid...
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The vehicle has run out of the Instrument Cluster chapter. See Fuel filler cap in the fuel. 3. These temporary malfunctions can be a legal requirement to meet government emission standards. No additional vehicle service is ... followed by mixed city/highway driving. This system is required. Your vehicle may be corrected by filling the fuel tank with indicator on. the 228 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This OBD-II system protects the environment by ensuring that monitors the engine's emission control system. Readiness...
The vehicle has run out of the Instrument Cluster chapter. See Fuel filler cap in the fuel. 3. These temporary malfunctions can be a legal requirement to meet government emission standards. No additional vehicle service is ... followed by mixed city/highway driving. This system is required. Your vehicle may be corrected by filling the fuel tank with indicator on. the 228 2006 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This OBD-II system protects the environment by ensuring that monitors the engine's emission control system. Readiness...