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What Kind Of Brake Fluid For A 1996 Ford Ranger
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Owner's Manual - Page 8
...to pay careful attention to how you drive your vehicle has new brake
linings, you should take these steps: - Watch traffic carefully so...not use special "break-in" oils. The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or 1,000... anticipate when to stop. - Begin braking well in advance. - Apply the brakes gradually.
s Use only the type of engine oil ...
Owner's Manual - Page 43
If the parking brake is not set and the gearshift is available on your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. A neutral tow feature is moved out of gear, your vehicle. See your vehicle's manual transmission gearshift is not running. Starting Your Ranger
Ignition
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
The positions of...
Owner's Manual - Page 45
... on a grade.)
3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 6.
Set the parking brake fully before removing your foot from
the service brake.
4. Push and hold in P (Park). 2. Turn the key to OFF. ...on the type of the steering column, just above the key lock cylinder. Starting Your Ranger
Removing the Key From the Ignition
Procedures for removing your key from the ignition. Turn ...
Owner's Manual - Page 47
... you turn the key.
4. If you have a manual transmission, make sure that the
parking brake is fully set before you should test the warning lights on the instrument panel to the START ...key to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. Refer to the ON position. 3. Starting Your Ranger
Before you have difficulty in the vehicle buckle their safety
belts. Make sure the headlamps and ...
Owner's Manual - Page 57
... that the indicator bulb is low in the master cylinder reservoir. Some of the lights listed are on the mechanical cluster. If the fluid level is low, the brake system should be working . The Mechanical Cluster
The following sections detail what each of these indicators means. All of the warning lights and...
Owner's Manual - Page 89
... are not recommended to be added to the windshield. This could damage the washer pump system. For additional information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing your Ranger is empty or activate the washers at any time for more than 15 seconds continuously.
Do not try to the front of the gearshift...
Owner's Manual - Page 137
... the driver's seat.
Both changers are controlled with buttons on the floor near the center of the rear cab wall. Electronic Sound Systems
Ford 6-CD Changer (If equipped)
The Ford Ranger (Regular Cab) 6-CD Changer is mounted on the Audio System. Open Compact Disc Changer unit by sliding door rearward
(Figure 1). Unit Loading...
Owner's Manual - Page 161
... (Reverse). Driving with your foot resting on a hill. Driving Your Ranger
Power Braking
Increasing the engine speed above idle without vehicle movement (such as holding ...life. These actions will not crank until the clutch pedal is holding the brake) in transmission overheat, malfunction or fluid expulsion. Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock switch. Do not drive ...
Owner's Manual - Page 177
... they seem "low," using the procedure under off -road applications.
RWARNING Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are NOT designed for low brake fluid in these vehicles. Driving Your Ranger
All utility-type and Four-Wheel Drive vehicles have special design and equipment features to make them higher centers of gravity than low...
Owner's Manual - Page 187
...4WD LOW, when the vehicle gets stuck and try to dry the brakes. Shift in mud or snow), you must be checked and changed...be checked or changed unless a leak is submerged in water, their fluids should be replaced every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or ... your vehicle gets stuck (for more than a few minutes. Driving Your Ranger
RWARNING To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel off the...
Owner's Manual - Page 280
... of engine coolant per month.
281
Servicing Your Ranger
Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent premium engine coolant that Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers use recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved processes. Do not use of automotive fluids. The use of an improper coolant may...
Owner's Manual - Page 291
...-carrying capacity, and tread design (e.g. "All Terrain", etc.), as originally offered by Ford. RWARNING Do not use P235/75R15 "All Season" tires. The P265/75R15SL "All Terrain" tires are acceptable only on the 114 inch and 125 inch wheelbase Ranger 4x4 models, and only with "high performance" tires, or larger size tires...
Owner's Manual - Page 301
... bottom of the filler plug hole. Use only fluid certified to meet Ford Motor Company lubricant specification as Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid, meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A.
302 If for any routine ... Remove the internal diaphragm and then add only a DOT 3 brake fluid such as listed under Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts, and Lubricant Specifications, later in the reservoir ...
Owner's Manual - Page 303
... MAX line with running water for 15 minutes. If the fluid is toxic. RWARNING If you use up brake fluid rapidly. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AA, C6AZ-19542-BA, or equivalent DOT 3 fluid meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A. Brake fluid may dissolve the paint finish on your vehicle should be...
Owner's Manual - Page 304
...
forth several times. Turn the engine off.
305 Servicing Your Ranger
Do not fill the reservoir above the MAX line. Brake master cylinder
Power Steering Fluid
Check the level of the NORMAL operating temperature range.
2. Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
1. The power steering fluid will be at the right temperature when the engine coolant...
Owner's Manual - Page 306
... level, until you reach the FULL HOT range. If the power steering fluid is low, add fluid in and make
sure that meets Ford specification such as MERCON Automatic Transmission Fluid (or equivalent). 307 Use only power steering fluid that it fits snugly. Servicing Your Ranger
Power steering reservoir
Power steering dipstick location
5. Do not overfill.
6.
Owner's Manual - Page 312
...Ranger
Power distribution box
The high current fuses contained in the Power Distribution Box protect your vehicle's electrical systems. The high current fuses are coded as follows: 30 amp -light green, 40 amp - RWARNING Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid...high current fuses. orange, 50 amp - Ford recommends that has the specified amperage rating. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 334
...of vehicle storage (60 days or more), fuel may also clog small orifices.
Servicing Your Ranger
Engine
s Start engine every 15 days. NOTE: During extended periods of the fuel pump ...'s inner surfaces from corrosion. Follow the instructions on the brake, shift through all the gears
while the engine is running. Ford Gas Stabilizer should then be added whenever actual or expected storage...
Owner's Manual - Page 348
...proper disposal, recycling . . battery saver ...charging system warning light disconnecting ...how to service ...jumping a disabled battery. . Brake fluid brake warning light ...checking and adding ...description ...specifications ...Brakes adjustment ...anti-lock ...applying the brakes ...brake warning light ...157 ...3 ...219, 298 . 107 . . 62 . 222 . 297 . 219 . 297 . 298 . 330 . 297 62, 64...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
... are noted, bring them to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. Owner Maintenance Checks 39 u Check manual transmission fluid.
u Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. u Check the brake fluid level.
At least once a year:
u Check engine cooling system, hoses and
clamps and check coolant strength.
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