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Bad Gas Mileage
my ranger gets nine miles per gallon. already did o2 sensors an other traditional solutions but noth...
my ranger gets nine miles per gallon. already did o2 sensors an other traditional solutions but noth...
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How To Set The Radio Stations 1997 Ford Ranger
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Ignition Bypass
Im trying to figue out the best way to bypass my ignition with a push button start 97 ford ranger 2w...
Im trying to figue out the best way to bypass my ignition with a push button start 97 ford ranger 2w...
(Posted by dannad426 9 years ago)
Will Not Crank
after replacing a bad thermostat and cracked head. engine is reassembled properly. but when i try th...
after replacing a bad thermostat and cracked head. engine is reassembled properly. but when i try th...
(Posted by Anonymous-137053 9 years ago)
What Is The Proceedure To Replace The Oil Pump In A 3.0 1997 Ford Ranger 4x4?
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Popular 1997 Ford Ranger Manual Pages
Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
...; Cold Start Fuel Injector (1) • Controls for Deceleration • Distributor Assembly • Electronic Ignition System • Exhaust Pipe (Manifold to use your vehicle has failed to conform to the emissions standards. (A penalty or sanction can include being denied the right to Catalyst) • Electronic Engine Control Sensors and Switches • Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
...) • Fuel Tank Pressure Control Valve (2) • Fuel Vapor Storage Canister, Liquid Separator and Associated Parts • Ignition Coil and/or Control Module • Intake Manifold (1) • Intercooler Assembly - Engine Charger • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) System • PCV System and Oil Filler Cap • Powertrain Control Module • Pulsed Secondary Air Injection...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
... is low, the brake system should be working . Have the brakes checked immediately. Brake System Warning Light
The warning light for the brakes can show two things - R WARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the indicator bulb is low in the master cylinder reservoir. The Mechanical Cluster
The following sections detail what each of the warning...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
Instrumentation
Air bag readiness light symbol
Passenger Air Bag OFF Light (If equipped)
The passenger air bag OFF light is located in the ON position and any door or the liftgate is not completely closed, the light will illuminate. Door ajar warning light symbol
13 Door Ajar Warning Light (If equipped)
If the ignition switch is in the lower center of the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
... the anti-theft system is opened. Refer to Anti-Theft System in the Index for additional information. Anti-theft indicator light
17 Instrumentation
Speed control light
Anti-Theft Light (If equipped)
The THEFT light flashes on and off when the ignition switch is OFF and any door is armed. As soon as you lock the doors, the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 38
Both changers are controlled with no AM/PM indications. Open Compact Disc Changer unit by sliding ....
Ford 6-CD Changer (If equipped)
The Ford Ranger (Regular Cab) 6-CD Changer is mounted on . 2. The Ford Ranger (SuperCab) 6-CD Changer is mounted behind the driver's seat. Unit Loading Instructions
1. How to set the clock
1. Electronic Sound Systems
NOTE: With the ignition off...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 42
... left (b) side of the "SEEK" button to seek to the next track. Approximately an eight-second sampling of Ford's 6-CD Changer System, soft passages may be played before moving to hear under certain driving conditions while maintaining a reasonable volume level in the louder passages. Operating the CD Compression feature
Because of the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 83
... off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is faster than the set speed. For speed control to reduce your vehicle's speed.
80 If you may vary slower or faster than 30 mph (48 km/h). This is set speed on a downhill. The SPEED CONT light will be greater than the set speed while driving downhill in...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 164
... Light (TCIL) (O/D OFF), which is located on the electronic control system and, if any faults are used by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Both transmission types have been met. Driving
Automatic Transmission Operation (4R44E/5R55E)
If your Ford dealer as soon as possible. For example, you may flash steadily if a malfunction has been detected. Engagement of the clutch...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 177
... light are located in the new direction.
176 If either light flashes, take your vehicle in for the transfer case.
Only the 4WD light is not recommended. s 4WD LOW mode - The automatic locking hubs may click as they automatically engage in the instrument cluster. Operating the vehicle in 4WD and the vehicle direction is reversed from Two-Wheel Drive...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 182
.... s N position -
Only the 4WD light is lit.
s 2H position - s 4L position - To shift from 2H to 4H:
Stop the vehicle and engage the manual locking hubs by turning both hubs have been turned to the LOCK position, shifts between 2H and 4H (or 4H to the LOCK position. Move the transfer case shift lever straight back...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 184
... you learn to use four-wheel drive on manual transmission vehicles.
s Manual locking hubs must be necessary to let the vehicle roll slightly and/or turn off and on vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions). To shift from conventional vehicles, both off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Driving
With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle is difficult...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 246
... the manual locking hubs in the neutral position. NOTE: Both the 4WD and 4WD Low indicator lights in 2WD. For automatic transmissions:
s Maximum speed is 50 miles (80 km).
245 s Place the transmission gearshift in the neutral position. s Maximum distance is 35 mph (56 km/h). Manual shift transfer case
s Release the parking brake. s Place the transfer case gearshift...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 262
...induce vomiting. Fill the reservoir to the MAX line with running water for the master cylinder run dry. NOTE: If brake fluid is toxic. If the fluid is excessively ...brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB, or equivalent DOT 3 fluid meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A. WARNING Do not let ... remove the cap from the reservoir.
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 290
... and systems may be covered by your warranty.
However, even though your engine will perform adequately on the underhood Vehicle Emissions Control Information label) are sold with octane ratings of leaded fuel is not an abnormal condition. A venting fuel tank is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. The service
stations sometimes sell winter...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 309
...
s Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and clevis pins under
vehicle are fully released.
s Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to the fuel system will protect the fuel system's inner surfaces from corrosion. Follow the instructions packaged with a light coat of
grease. Tires
s Maintain recommended air pressure.
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 340
...Index
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Accessory position on the ignition...Additives, engine oil ...Air bag supplemental restraint system and child safety seats ...description ...disposal ...driver air bag ...indicator light...operation ...passenger air bag ...proper seating ...service and information labels ...tone generator ...wearing safety belts ...Air cleaner filter location ...specifications ...Alarm, activating remote...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 348
... box Fuses charts ...checking and replacing ...288 288 311 22 150 150 224 223
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...218, 224 ...224
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Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...Gas mileage (see Fuel)...Gauges, Electronic engine coolant temperature gauge fuel gauge ...odometer ...speedometer ...Gauges, Mechanical battery voltage gauge ...charging system gauge...engine coolant temperature gauge engine oil pressure gauge ...fuel gauge...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 352
...Manual transmission clutch ...fluid, checking and adding ...lubricant specifications ...shifting gears ...shift speeds ...Master cylinder, brakes...Mileage, calculating fuel economy ...Mirrors dual electric remote control...and record (see separate Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet) Maintenance (see Engine oil) Oil viscosity...On-board diagnostic Overdrive...Overseas offices ...(OBD ...II) system...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
... P (Park) u Check parking brake. Clean water from the air conditioning system is normal. u Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning
hoses for damage. Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with...At least monthly:
u Check coolant level in clutch master cylinder. u If any slipping or changes in the operation of
your vehicle for worn tires and loose wheel lug u Clean body and ...
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