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What Model 5 Speed Transmission Is In A 1996 Ford Ranger
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Owner's Manual - Page 5
...Things to Know About Using This Guide
Congratulations on the purchase of Contents, or the Index. Ford may not have read all of the book provides a page number following each item which ...can use the Quick Index, Table of your new vehicle. You may discontinue models or change specifications or design without any notice and without incurring obligation. NOTES and WARNINGS...
Owner's Manual - Page 8
.... The break-in this guide. Proper torque specifications are equipped with a Powertrain Control Module that limits engine speeds with a cut-out mode to proper torque specification at 500 miles/800 km of engine oil that Ford recommends. Do not use special "break-in" oils. Some vehicles are provided in period for new...
Owner's Manual - Page 43
... not running. If the parking brake is not set and the gearshift is moved out of the key in the ignition lock cylinder. Starting Your Ranger
Ignition
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
The positions of gear, your vehicle's manual transmission gearshift is mounted on the floor.
Owner's Manual - Page 45
... a grade.)
3. Put the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Push and hold in the key release button. 5. Starting Your Ranger
Removing the Key From the Ignition
Procedures for removing your key from the ignition. If you have a manual transmission, you have a key release lever which allows you park on the type of the steering column...
Owner's Manual - Page 137
... 1).
Unit Loading Instructions
1. Both changers are controlled with buttons on the floor near the center of the rear cab wall.
Figure 1
137 Electronic Sound Systems
Ford 6-CD Changer (If equipped)
The Ford Ranger (Regular Cab) 6-CD Changer is mounted on the Audio System. The Ford Ranger (SuperCab) 6-CD Changer is mounted behind the driver's seat.
Owner's Manual - Page 155
...transmission will automatically adjust transmission operation to make up for the best performance and fuel economy. The PCM also controls the transmission's Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) to the transmission could occur. 155 Engagement of transmission your Ford...engine speed, vehicle speed and transmission temperature are electronically controlled four speed overdrive automatic transmissions ...
Owner's Manual - Page 159
... O/D OFF any time the vehicle is being driven. Selection of 1 (Low) while at higher speeds provides a shift to second gear, and a shift to first gear will not be made by manually shifting to the proper speed.
159 Driving Your Ranger
Transmission control switch (located on downgrades. This position provides 2 (Second) gear operation only. The...
Owner's Manual - Page 161
...and do not use the clutch to hold your right foot is holding the brake) in transmission overheat, malfunction or fluid expulsion. These actions will not crank until the clutch pedal is ... your vehicle at the same time press down the brake pedal. Driving Your Ranger
Power Braking
Increasing the engine speed above idle without vehicle movement (such as holding down slowly on the accelerator ...
Owner's Manual - Page 162
...
into Reverse. Push the gearshift all the way to the right and pull it . With the 5-speed transmission you can engage R (Reverse) only by moving the gearshift from 5 (Fifth) gear. 162 This is mounted on the..., reducing the useful life of seven positions: Neutral, five forward gears, and Reverse.
5-Speed Overdrive manual transmission shift pattern
Backing up
To shift into R (Reverse):
1.
Owner's Manual - Page 165
... downshifting at excessive speeds can result in the chart.
Driving Your Ranger
When you slow down steep hills, downshifting helps you keep a safe speed and helps prevent...the speeds specified in a momentary audible rattle which disappears as necessary. Downshifting reduces the chance of the engine, transmission or clutch components. Transmission Function
Upshift at higher speeds will ...
Owner's Manual - Page 166
...(or if the engine is free to help steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the front suspension and steering checked for more effort. RWARNING Do not park your vehicle...vehicle manually but it may have optional power steering. Steering Your Vehicle
Your Ranger may move with either the automatic transmission in P (Park) or with the transfer case in any severe impact ...
Owner's Manual - Page 171
.... Push the transfer case shift lever to the rear axle at reduced speeds. In two-wheel drive mode, power is required at normal road speed. Operating the vehicle in three modes. RWARNING Do not leave the vehicle unattended with automatic transmissions).
4WD Systems - Select Drive Electric Shift
The select drive electric shift system...
Owner's Manual - Page 185
.... Driving in top gear. s Give your vehicle more distance to gain traction. High Speed Driving
Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits. Speed limiter
All models are equipped with a Powertrain Control Module (PCM) which limits the maximum engine speed and thus road speed in Bad Weather
Slippery roads
Drive cautiously on wet or snowy roads:
s Do...
Owner's Manual - Page 215
...rating. Driving Your Ranger
Trailer Lamps
Make sure your trailer lamps conform to j (Overdrive) whenever practical for optimum powertrain cooling and fuel economy. If you use the speed control while you tow... while you can be accomplished by pushing in the transmission control switch which is located on very long, steep grades, the speed control may wish to operate in hilly country on ...
Owner's Manual - Page 217
...under the trailer's wheels as follows:
s Apply the brake pedal and hold. Driving Your Ranger
When turning, drive slightly beyond the normal turning point so the trailer wheels will clear ...air conditioner efficiency. This aids in P (Park) to increase the engine idle speed.
s For automatic transmissions - apply the parking brake by
pressing the service brake pedal down firmly with ...
Owner's Manual - Page 286
... tires, including the spare.
s Make sure the weight of them. Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits. RWARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can find... an accurate tire pressure gauge. Driving at safe speeds. s Drive at very high speeds for extended periods of vehicle control. Servicing Your Ranger
Tires
Look at your tires each time you do...
Owner's Manual - Page 291
... Season" tires. RWARNING Do not replace your 4x2 tires with 15x7 inch wheels.
292 For Ranger 4x4 Regular Cab vehicles, P235/75R15 "All Terrain" tires are acceptable only on 15x7 inch wheels...on the 114 inch and 125 inch wheelbase Ranger 4x4 models, and only with "high performance" tires, or larger size tires than approved for your vehicle by Ford. RWARNING Make sure that all replacement tires...
Owner's Manual - Page 306
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. When you are finished, put the dipstick back in...
Owner's Manual - Page 326
... gear) for approximately 5 minutes.
9. OBD II drive cycle has been completed. Accelerate the vehicle up to drive the vehicle in drive (manual
transmissions use 5th gear).
10. Servicing Your Ranger
6. b. choose three different speeds to idle. Drive vehicle and hold the throttle steady at 1/4 to 5th gear). acceleration from idles at the selected...
Owner's Manual - Page 334
...speed to the fuel system will protect the fuel system's inner surfaces from corrosion. This can damage rubber and other polymers in the fuel system and may deteriorate due to oxidation. NOTE: During extended periods of the fuel pump nozzle. Ford ... on the brake, shift through all the gears
while the engine is running. Servicing Your Ranger
Engine
s Start engine every 15 days.
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