1996 Ford Ranger Support Question
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Question posted by JJonbt on December 26th, 2013
96 Ranger Hesitates When Shifting At 35 Mph
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Owner's Manual - Page 96
... switch 5 times your vehicle speed will decrease your desired speed and release the switch.
96 To reset the speed control to a higher speed, you take your foot off the ...Control Operating
You can follow any of the COAST switch. For example, if you to
your vehicle speed 1 mph (1.6 km/h) for each tap. Resetting the Speed Control
To reset the speed control to speed up momentarily. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 97
...you can reset it by pressing SET ACCEL or return to the previous set at 60 mph (96 km/h) and tap the SET-ACCEL switch 5 times your vehicle speed will increase and set... by a momentary tap of the SET-ACCEL switch. In addition, the speed control is completed, the speed of 1 mph (1.6 km/h) by pressing the SET ACCEL switch. s Press the OFF switch. s Press the brake or clutch pedal slightly...
Owner's Manual - Page 155
... position, engine speed, vehicle speed and transmission temperature are used by the PCM to shift the transmission into a higher or lower gear when required for driving your vehicle will ...If this condition persists, damage to further raise vehicle performance and fuel economy. Driving Your Ranger
Procedures for the best performance and fuel economy. The PCM will vary depending on which...
Owner's Manual - Page 157
...the vehicle. If you need to the chapter titled Servicing Your Ranger in the R (Reverse) position, the vehicle will move backward. Please refer to shift out of R (Reverse).
157 You should always come to ... and rotate it is equipped with the brake pedal depressed:
1. This feature prevents you from shifting from P (Park) unless you have the brake pedal depressed. (The ignition must repeat the...
Owner's Manual - Page 159
...speed.
159 Driving Your Ranger
Transmission control switch (located on the end of 1 (Low) while at higher speeds provides a shift to second gear, and a shift to first gear will ... (Second) or j (Overdrive).
The Transmission Control Indicator Light will not be made by manually shifting to the normal j Overdrive operation, press the transmission control switch again. When to use 2 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 165
...brakes. Set the parking brake fully. The clutch pedal should be fully depressed when shifting.
Driving Your Ranger
When you come to a stop, do not downshift through the gears decreases your... you drive down or climb a steep hill, always downshift before the engine starts to shift into them with your vehicle's fuel economy. Transmission Function
Upshift at the speeds specified in...
Owner's Manual - Page 169
...vehicle in 4H or 4L with the manual locking hubs in the instrument cluster.
To shift from 2H to 4H:
Stop the vehicle and engage the manual locking hubs by turning both...or 4WD LOW lights are
lit. After both hub lock selector knobs clockwise to the 4H position.
Driving Your Ranger
4WD system indicator lights
A 4WD light and a 4WD LOW light are located in the FREE position. 169...
Owner's Manual - Page 171
...the automatic transmission into either the automatic transmission in P (Park) or with power delivered to shift into N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on dry pavement will increase noise, vibration, tire ...economy, and make four-wheel drive disengagement difficult for increased traction. Driving Your Ranger
With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle is not recommended. If it...
Owner's Manual - Page 173
...next time the vehicle is moving can be necessary to slow down or even stop to shift from two-wheel drive to speed and the automatic locking hubs engaging and is driven forward in ...two-wheel drive for concern. Driving Your Ranger
At extremely low temperatures, it may be done at any speed. To disengage the automatic locking...
Owner's Manual - Page 174
...recommended to drivetrain components. s Do not use four-wheel drive on vehicles with a temporary spare. To shift from conventional vehicles, both off and on vehicles with drive components in damage to operate the vehicle in ...not release completely. It is necessary, do not operate at speeds above 10 mph or for 10 to 4x4 LOW. Rotate the 4WD switch on the instrument panel to 15 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 175
... driving. Do not grip the spokes. Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to avoid vehicle damage from the outside.
avoid water higher than the bottom of the area...stall. Driving Your Ranger
s Manual locking hubs must have all four tires on the most solid area of the trail. Transmission upshift in 4WD with transfer case in question before
shifting into four-wheel ...
Owner's Manual - Page 181
...tire pressure. If during the first 500 miles (800 km), make 10 moderately fast stops from 40 mph (65 km/h) and then perform the self-adjustment procedure above. However, if the squeal becomes louder or... by firmly applying the brakes. Driving Your Ranger
If Brakes Do Not Grip Well or Pedal is "Low"
If brakes do this, drive the vehicle in reverse at 5 mph (8 km/h) on level, dry pavement. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 186
...the front and rear axles together. RWARNING To avoid losing control on a surface with the automatic transmission when moving faster than 5 mph (8 km/h). Traction-Lok Rear Axle (If equipped)
This axle provides added drive away traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one...Low with poor traction. Rear brake lock-up may not prevent brake lock-up on ice, shift to drive slowly away.
Owner's Manual - Page 187
... a leak is submerged in water. Otherwise, the lube should be checked or changed , if necessary. Shift in mud or snow), you drive through high water, drive slowly. This may rock it out of ...stopping distance because your vehicle will not stop as quickly as when changing a tire.
Driving Your Ranger
RWARNING To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, such as ...
Owner's Manual - Page 188
... carry or tow. The tires may also be damaged or you may lower GVWR and GAWR limitations. The total weight of your vehicle carries over 35 mph (55 km/h). Also, the weight that your vehicle, plus the weight of lower capacity replacement tires may lose control and injure someone. Usage of your...
Owner's Manual - Page 215
...the end of the gearshift lever.
215 Driving Your Ranger
Trailer Lamps
Make sure your trailer lamps conform to j (...powertrain cooling and fuel economy. Never add more than 45 mph (70 km/h) when you are towing on very long,... trailer. Also, anticipate stops so that has the specified amperage rating. Shift back to Federal and local regulations. Each stop /turn circuit will eliminate...
Owner's Manual - Page 217
... to increase the engine idle speed. s With the chocks in engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency. s Shift an automatic transmission into N (Neutral) while still maintaining pressure on a grade, place wheel chocks under the...a short time. When stopped in Neutral. 217 Driving Your Ranger
When turning, drive slightly beyond the normal turning point so the trailer wheels will clear curbs or...
Owner's Manual - Page 236
... km/h), unlimited distance.
236 Refer to service manual for proper driveshaft fastener torque specification. (See the Accessories chapter for the type of 35 mph (56 km/h) will be exceeded, you must be set and the wheels blocked to insufficient lubrication.
4 x 2 - Automatic transmission
s Release the parking brake. Recreational Towing - All ...
Owner's Manual - Page 237
.... s Maximum speed is 50 miles (80 km). s Ensure the transfer case is 35 mph (56 km/h). For automatic transmissions:
s Maximum speed is in the instrument panel will be off when the 4WD switch is 55 mph (88 km/h), unlimited distance.
4 x 4 Electric shift transfer case
s Release the parking brake. s Maximum speed is in the neutral...
Owner's Manual - Page 238
Refer to propel the vehicle.
s Avoid quick acceleration and steep grades.
238
s Maximum speed is 50 miles (80 km). s Maximum distance is 35 mph (56 km/h).
Limited vehicle operation, such as driving the vehicle while at a campsite, can be set and the wheels blocked to
4WD HIGH. To operate ...
