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What Octane Is Best For A 1996 Ford Ranger
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Owner's Manual - Page 4
... number one priority.
s Integrity is essential to our success.
s You are judged. s Employee involvement is the continuous commitment to achieve the best result possible. Introductory Information
Ford's Commitment to You
At Ford Motor Company, excellence is our way of everything we do : in our products - in their safety and value - and in mind...
Owner's Manual - Page 6
... for the word that you chose is covered by writing to Ford Motor Company of warranties: Basic Vehicle Warranty, Extended Warranties on the first page of this owner ...guide.
3 Contact any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to the addresses and phone numbers on certain parts, and Emissions Warranties. We have designed the Index so that best describes the information you need...
Owner's Manual - Page 135
... inside the cassette, tighten it was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions:
s Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge to clean the tape
player head after 10-12 hours of play will help maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation. s Do not leave a tape in
the vehicle can become lodged...
Owner's Manual - Page 137
...) 6-CD Changer is mounted behind the driver's seat. Unit Loading Instructions
1.
Electronic Sound Systems
Ford 6-CD Changer (If equipped)
The Ford Ranger (Regular Cab) 6-CD Changer is mounted on the Audio System. Both changers are controlled with buttons on the floor near the center of the rear ...
Owner's Manual - Page 151
...order to keep your finger or a pencil into one of play will help maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation.
Push again to activate Dolby B Noise Reduction. ... performing the way it was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions:
s Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge to reach a moderate temperature before inserting cassette.
s If a tape is tight...
Owner's Manual - Page 155
... into a higher or lower gear when required for the best performance and fuel economy. Engagement of transmission your Ford dealer as soon as a decrease in troubleshooting, the PCM... transmission's Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) to make up for varying conditions. Driving Your Ranger
Procedures for driving your vehicle will vary depending on which is located on the instrument cluster...
Owner's Manual - Page 185
... highway speeds in Bad Weather
Slippery roads
Drive cautiously on wet or snowy roads:
s Do not quickly move the steering wheel unless necessary. Driving Your Ranger
Wheel Spin s Extreme acceleration can cause the rear wheels to drive away. High Speed Driving...
Owner's Manual - Page 213
...Whenever a trailer hitch and hardware are using the right equipment in the proper manner, see your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Step bumper (If equipped)
The optional step bumper has a built-... or a hitch which uniformly distributes the trailer tongue loads through the underbody structure.
Driving Your Ranger
Preparing to Tow
For your safety and for the good of your vehicle, use a weight carrying ...
Owner's Manual - Page 250
... available from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford's rigid engineering and safety specifications. In addition, each accessory is why Ford brand accessories are custom designed to 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km), whichever comes first. See your Ford-built vehicle. For best results, use the following, or products of equivalent...
Owner's Manual - Page 256
...addition to the conditions listed in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet. Servicing Your Ranger
Service Made Easy
Ford has two goals for any unusual noise, vibration, or other indication that your...- that makes tracking
routine service for the proper operation of this Owner Guide. Ford Motor Company recommends that the Owner Maintenance Checks listed in the engine
compartment so that...
Owner's Manual - Page 268
Servicing Your Ranger
Choosing the Right Fuel
Use only UNLEADED FUEL in your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you accelerate. Typical octane rating label
In some parts ... knocking can damage the engine.
269 However, if a fuel with an octane rating higher than 87. Octane Recommendations
Your vehicle is designed to make costly repairs at cruising speed on...
Owner's Manual - Page 274
... in your vehicle. Servicing Your Ranger
Engine Oil Recommendations
We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-F and displaying the... American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of the preferred viscosity may be changed according to -15˚F (-25˚C). They provide the best...
Owner's Manual - Page 280
... engine cooling system for 4 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). Have your community's regulations and standards for fluids in a responsible manner. Servicing Your Ranger
Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent premium engine coolant that...
Owner's Manual - Page 286
.... Driving at very high speeds for at least one tire looks lower than 3 miles (5 km). Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits. You can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. Servicing Your Ranger
Tires
Look at your tires each time you do not take these precautions:
s Keep your...
Owner's Manual - Page 291
.../75R15 "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 than approved ... 4x2 tires with 15x7 inch wheels.
292 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-...
Owner's Manual - Page 294
...tires is
not recommended. Use
only SAE Class "S" chains. Be sure to maintain the best possible ride.
Investigate the laws and regulations in an emergency or if the law requires ... chains on your tires. s Local regulations may scratch or chip aluminum wheels. Servicing Your Ranger
Wheel and Tire Matching
See an authorized tire dealer for your vehicle.
However, during the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 297
...'s engine is relearned. To let the engine do not let the engine relearn its best. If you use the previous procedure.
298
Your vehicle will idle at least one minute...must allow the computer to an authorized recycling facility for disposal. Help Us Protect Our Environment
Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that used lead-acid batteries be adversely affected until the idle is...
Owner's Manual - Page 306
... level, until you are finished, put the dipstick back 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 reach the FULL HOT range.
Owner's Manual - Page 312
... -blue. RWARNING Always replace a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.
313 Ford recommends that has the specified amperage rating. orange, 50 amp - Servicing Your Ranger
Power distribution box
The high current fuses contained in the Power Distribution Box protect your vehicle's electrical systems. The...
Owner's Manual - Page 334
Ford Gas Stabilizer should then be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days. Run at...fast idle until the first
automatic shutoff of vehicle storage (60 days or more), fuel may also clog small orifices. Servicing Your Ranger
Engine
s Start engine every 15 days.
A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system. Follow the...
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