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Question posted by twinfsamisp on August 24th, 2014

Where Is The Power Steering Fluid At On A 96 Ford Ranger

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Owner's Manual - Page 89

...) The gearshift lever on the steering column. On the end of the gearshift lever is empty or activate the washers at any time for more than 15 seconds continuously. This could damage the washer pump system. For additional information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing your Ranger is mounted on your windshield...
Owner's Manual - Page 137

Open Compact Disc Changer unit by sliding door rearward (Figure 1). Electronic Sound Systems Ford 6-CD Changer (If equipped) The Ford Ranger (Regular Cab) 6-CD Changer is mounted on the Audio System. Unit Loading Instructions 1. Both changers are controlled with buttons on the floor near the center ...
Owner's Manual - Page 161

... vehicles have a starter interlock switch. These actions will not crank until the clutch pedal is holding the brake) in transmission overheat, malfunction or fluid expulsion. Driving Your Ranger Power Braking Increasing the engine speed above idle without vehicle movement (such as holding down slowly on the clutch may cause the vehicle to idle...
Owner's Manual - Page 166

... striking large potholes, sliding into curbs on icy roads, or a collision involving the front end, observe the steering wheel alignment. This can steer the vehicle manually but it may have the power steering system checked. Steering Your Vehicle Your Ranger may move with either the automatic transmission in P (Park) or with the transfer case in the...
Owner's Manual - Page 176

...fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. Rapid pumping of direction on steep slopes, you could damage drive components. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a higher gear after the ascent has started. Avoid sudden applications of power... and quick changes of the brake pedal will help slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control....
Owner's Manual - Page 177

...Grip Well or Pedal is "Low" in these vehicles. Hydraulic Power Brakes The hydraulic brake system is made up ." If normal ...low," using the procedure under off -road applications. Driving Your Ranger All utility-type and Four-Wheel Drive vehicles have special design ...supplied by a common hydraulic brake fluid reservoir, with a fluid level sensor. RWARNING Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles...
Owner's Manual - Page 185

...and evenly. Driving Your Ranger Wheel Spin s Extreme acceleration...roads Drive cautiously on wet or snowy roads: s Do not quickly move the steering wheel unless necessary. If the wheels spin, use 2 (Second gear) to vehicle... may result in North America. Driving in top gear. High Speed Driving Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits. s Give your vehicle more distance...
Owner's Manual - Page 291

... "All Season" tires. RWARNING Do not replace your vehicle by Ford. RWARNING Make sure that all replacement tires are acceptable only on 15x7 inch wheels. The P265/75R15SL "All Terrain" tires are acceptable only on the Ranger 4x4 108 inch wheelbase. Ranger 4x4 P235/265 Tire and Wheel Usage RWARNING Do not use...
Owner's Manual - Page 301

... of the filler plug hole. Manual Transmission and Transfer Case Fluid Checking the Manual Transmission Fluid Clean the filler plug on your vehicle is automatically self-adjusting and should be up to meet Ford Motor Company lubricant specification as Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid, meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A. 302 If it becomes necessary to...
Owner's Manual - Page 303

... the MAX mark. However, expect the level of the brake fluid to the MAX line 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. If the fluid is toxic. NOTE: If brake fluid is spilled on your vehicle and the brake pads wear. If...
Owner's Manual - Page 304

... find that the cap assembly is excessively low - below the seam or ridge on the outside of the NORMAL operating temperature range. 2. Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid 1. Servicing Your Ranger Do not fill the reservoir above the MAX line. Turn the engine off. 305 This may cause the brakes to fail. The...
Owner's Manual - Page 305

The fluid level should be between the arrows in the FULL HOT range, which is highlighted in yellow in your vehicle). 4. Check the fluid level on the side of the dipstick, opposite the side marked FULL COLD. Do not add fluid if the level is marked on the dipstick (which is within the FULL HOT range. Power steering dipstick Power steering reservoir 306
Owner's Manual - Page 306

...power steering fluid is low, add fluid in and make sure that meets Ford specification such as MERCON Automatic Transmission Fluid (or equivalent). 307 When you are finished, put the dipstick back in small amounts, continuously checking the level, until you reach the FULL HOT range. Use only power steering fluid that it fits snugly. Servicing Your Ranger Power steering reservoir Power...
Owner's Manual - Page 307

... are not working, the system may have determined which fuses protect each electrical part of your vehicle with the engine off. Once you check the power steering fluid when it could unseat the cap. The reading will not work. The following charts tell you replace or repair any electrical parts, check the appropriate...
Owner's Manual - Page 312

... Power Distribution Box before servicing high current fuses. orange, 50 amp - red, 60 amp -blue. RWARNING Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid ... vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads; 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 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 361

...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 ...fluid, specifications ...servicing ...Prop rod, hood ...182 . . 56 . 330 . 330 . 313 . 102 102 122...
Owner's Manual - Page 364

...starting after a collision ...starting a warm engine ...starting your vehicle if the battery Steering, power ...Steering wheel horn ...locking...speed controls ...tilting ...Storing your vehicle . . Spare tire (... ... 223, 223, . . 225, ... 227 225 225 225 229 223 330 184 ...4 ...4 ...331 ...is ...96 98 96 98 96 215 . 70 ...44 46 48 46 219 166 ...disabled ... 92 41 93 92 334 . 58 . 25 ... 366
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 38

... for worn tires and loose wheel lug u Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps. u Check the lap-shoulder belts for wear and function. u Check the power steering fluid level. u Check headlamp alignment. Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with washer...

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