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Owner's Manual - Page 61

... will then set a Diagnostic Trouble Code indicating that the engine was 60 You do not need to have your vehicle serviced at one (1) second intervals while you are driving, have your vehicle towed in. If an emission problem is misfiring. If this case, the Check Engine Warning Light may cause incorrect operation of the engine's emission control systems. You do...
Owner's Manual - Page 75

...should be manually adjusted to handle either a combination A/C-Heater System or a Heater-Only System. The main controls for your air conditioning and heater system is located at the center of the instrument panel below the radio and will heat and/or cool your vehicle interior depending on the instrument panel. NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss (shine) of the upper part of...
Owner's Manual - Page 83

...as a supplement to the low beam headlamps under limited visibility conditions such as these may cause scratches or crack the lamps. Daytime Running Light System (Canadian vehicles only) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when: s The headlamp system is recommended that the fog lamp switch be on . Cleaning the Exterior Lamps...
Owner's Manual - Page 84

... on when the driver or passenger door is above five MPH (8 km/h). Turning the thumb wheel fully counterclockwise will turn off after 40 minutes if any of Your Vehicle The instrument panel lights can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by turning the headlamp knob toward either the first or second position. Instrument Panel Controls RWARNING The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system...
Owner's Manual - Page 114

..., always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 114 Release the bar to the desired position. 4. Adjusting the bucket seat RWARNING Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Move the seat to latch the seat in a collision or sudden stop. RWARNING Do not pile cargo higher than...
Owner's Manual - Page 155

... condition persists, damage to shift the transmission into a higher or lower gear when required for varying conditions. Several sensors located on the electronic control system and, if any faults are electronically controlled four speed overdrive automatic transmissions with lockup torque converter. To help in memory. The PCM also controls the transmission's Torque Converter Clutch...
Owner's Manual - Page 180

... system while driving for any electrical faults or system malfunctions. During bulb proveout, the ABS light on the instrument cluster will come on and stay on . Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is disabled. In addition, the 4WABS computer performs an initial system check called bulb proveout when the vehicle ignition is part of the brake pedal and...
Owner's Manual - Page 201

... (38 kgs) of accessories to the front end capacity? This can be exceeded. In the case of both these numbers (83 and 112 pounds) (38 and 51 kgs), the important thing to all weights (passengers, accessory equipment and cargo). Camper Bodies NOTE: Your Ranger Pickup is that can load 83 pounds (38 kgs) of all seating positions, and add evenly...
Owner's Manual - Page 282

... fuel. Start and idle the engine until the thermostat opens and the radiator upper hose becomes warm. 4. Step back while the pressure releases. 5. The reservoir for washer fluid is adequate. RWARNING Do not put windshield washer fluid in the cooling system during this part of the fill procedure. 3. Cover the radiator cap with a thick cloth and cautiously remove it. Finally, check...
Owner's Manual - Page 291

... tires on 15x7 inch wheels. The P265/75R15SL "All Terrain" tires are acceptable only on the Ranger 4x4 108 inch wheelbase. RWARNING Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type, load-carrying capacity, and tread design (e.g. "All Terrain", etc.), as originally offered by Ford. RWARNING Do not use P235/75R15 "All Season" tires.
Owner's Manual - Page 299

... temperature, after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of the engine), pull the dipstick out and wipe the indicator end clean. It is preferable to check the transmission fluid level at high speeds or in city traffic during hot weather, or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should not be turned off the dipstick cap (located on the passenger's side of driving.
Owner's Manual - Page 349

......Carbon monoxide in exhaust ...Car seats for children (see Electronic sound system) Catalytic converter ...Chains, tires...Changing a tire ...Charging system gauge ...Charging system warning light ...Child safety restraints child safety belts ...child safety seats ...133, ... ...39 ...36 351 master cylinder ...new brake linings ...noise ...parking ...power braking ...rear anti-lock ...servicing...
Owner's Manual - Page 351

Index Clutch adjusting ...fluid ...fluid reservoir ...operation while driving ...recommended shift speeds ...shifting the gears ...specifications ...Cold engine starting ...Combination lap and shoulder belts ...Controls instrument panel ...mirrors ...power seat ...steering column ...Convenience kit in cargo area...Coolant (see Engine coolant) checking and adding ...drain and flush ...preparing for...
Owner's Manual - Page 352

D Dashboard (see Instrument panel) ...Daytime running light system ...Defects, reporting ...Defrost, windshield ...Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...engine oil ...power steering fluid...Disabled vehicle (see Towing) ...Dispute Settlement Board ...Doors ...lubricant specifications...Driveline universal joint and slip yoke Driving under special conditions bad weather ...heavy load ...high ...
Owner's Manual - Page 353

... . 334 . . 47 278 282 301 282 335 262 283 331 68 ...258, 278, ... ...68 ...68 ...258 355 Emission control system ...catalytic converter ...emissions warranty ...Engine check engine warning light...does not start ...service points ...starting...starting . . Index Emergencies, roadside assistance ...battery acid spills ...fuel ...jump-starting ...towing ...Emergency brake (parking brake) .
Owner's Manual - Page 356

... coolant temperature gauge engine oil pressure gauge ...fuel gauge ...odometer...speedometer ...tachometer ...trip odometer...GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) calculating ...definition...driving with a heavy load ...location ...Gearshift automatic operation ...column-mounted ...floor-mounted ...gearshift override ...locking the gearshift...positions ...shifting the gears ...shift-lock ...266 ...269...
Owner's Manual - Page 357

...317 317 . 82 . 82 . 88 . 88 317 . 80 . 67 112 . 88 . 67 80, 88 . 213 . 260 . 331 . 260 . 258 . . 92 . 282 359 release lever ...working under the hood . Index GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) calculating ...definition ...driving with a heavy load ...location ...198 . 188, 196 ...188 ...196 H Hazard flashers ...Headlamps aiming ...checking alignment ...cleaning ...daytime running lights. .
Owner's Manual - Page 359

daytime running light system ...flashing the lamps...fog lamps ...hazard flashers ...headlamps ...high beams ...illuminated entry system ...instrument panel, dimming...interior lamps...replacing bulbs ...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...brake ...charging system...check engine ...engine oil pressure ...hazard warning light ...high beam ...
Owner's Manual - Page 361

... systems) Rear anti-lock brakes...description ...Rear axle lubricant specification ...traction lok ...Rear window ...washer reservoir ... ...331 . 186, 289 ...109 ...283 363 R Radio (see Fuses) ...Power door locks ...Power features door locks ...mirrors ...seats ...windows ...Power point electrical outlet ...Power steering dipstick ...driving with power steering ...fluid, checking and adding...
Owner's Manual - Page 363

... use ...replacement...warning light and chime ...Safety seats for children and air bags ...attaching with tether straps ...automatic locking mode (retractor) ...in front seat ...in rear outboard ...in rear seat ...tether anchorage hardware ...Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...Seats adjusting the seat, manual ...adjusting the seats, power ...child safety seats ...cleaning upholstery ...head...

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