1996 Ford Ranger Support Question
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Question posted by nobrachuc on July 28th, 2014
What Type Of Brake Fluid Does A 1996 Ford Ranger You
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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on August 24th, 2014 5:24 AM
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Hi, according to the owner's manual, Ford recommends only using a DOT 3 brake fluid, like Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid.
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Owner's Manual - Page 8
... loosened. The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of engine oil that Ford recommends. s Wheel lug nuts must be ...s Use only the type of highway driving. Do not use special "break-in the Index. During the break-in period, you need to pay careful attention to how you drive your vehicle has new brake
linings, you should ...
Owner's Manual - Page 45
...'s gearshift lever is mounted on the floor or console. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Starting Your Ranger
Removing the Key From the Ignition
Procedures for removing your key from the ignition will avoid "binding" or "... column:
1. Turn the key to remove your key from
the service brake. (This will vary, depending on the type of the steering column, just above the key lock cylinder.
Owner's Manual - Page 57
.... Some of the lights listed are on after you to verify that the brake fluid level is low, the brake system should be working . If the fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be checked by your vehicle. All of these indicators means. If...
Owner's Manual - Page 137
... Cab) 6-CD Changer is mounted on the Audio System. Open Compact Disc Changer unit by sliding door rearward
(Figure 1).
Unit Loading Instructions
1. The Ford Ranger (SuperCab) 6-CD Changer is mounted behind the driver's seat.
Figure 1
137 Both changers are controlled with buttons on the floor near the center of the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 155
... flashing, contact your Ford dealer as soon as... malfunction has been detected. The Overdrive Off Indicator Light (O/D OFF), which type of the clutch may notice that the transmission will engage when the transmission ...Indicator Light is controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Driving Your Ranger
Procedures for driving your vehicle will vary depending on the engine and transmission...
Owner's Manual - Page 161
... Continued operation in the stall condition can result in a forward or reverse gear causes transmission stall. 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... will not crank until the clutch pedal is holding the brake) in transmission overheat, malfunction or fluid expulsion.
Owner's Manual - Page 177
... not require service other hydraulic circuit supplies fluid to the rear drum or disc brakes. Automatic adjustment occurs when the brakes are supplied by a common hydraulic brake fluid reservoir, with a fluid level sensor. These two circuits are applied while "backing up of two independent hydraulic circuits. Driving Your Ranger
All utility-type and Four-Wheel Drive vehicles have...
Owner's Manual - Page 187
...Do not rock the vehicle for example, in water, their fluids should not be replaced every 100,000 miles (160,000 km...vehicle gets stuck (for more than a few minutes. Driving Your Ranger
RWARNING To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel off.... Shift in water. This may have limited traction or wet brakes, so allow extra stopping distance because your vehicle moves slowly. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 191
... based on the standard and optional equipment on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. For heavier trailer applications, refer to the following
191 Refer to...safety and for the good of your vehicle, use the right equipment for the type of trailer you tow. Driving Your Ranger
Loading four foot (122 cm) building material sheets (styleside box only)
Vehicle/...
Owner's Manual - Page 213
... to 2,000 lb (907 kg), use the right equipment for the type of trailer you tow. The step bumper has a Class I capability..., make sure all towing equipment is properly attached to your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Whenever a trailer hitch and hardware ... right equipment in the proper manner, see your vehicle. Driving Your Ranger
Preparing to Tow
For your safety and for the good of your ...
Owner's Manual - Page 257
... Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away
from the rest of used automotive fluids in an enclosed space with the engine running , unless you must "relearn" its idle...parking brake fully and make sure that could get under a vehicle, use safety stands. Here are some general precautions for disposing of these types of fluids.
To find out about recycling automotive fluids....
Owner's Manual - Page 277
... the engine coolant level in the winter. NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in the engine compartment. RWARNING Continuous contact with soap and water. To locate this...to find out about recycling automotive fluids. NOTE: See Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts and Lubrication Specifications in this chapter for disposing of these types of fluids. Follow your skin by washing...
Owner's Manual - Page 280
.... Always dispose of such coolant may harm your vehicle. Not all metals and rubber elastomers used automotive fluids in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. Servicing Your Ranger
Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (in a responsible manner. Have your vehicle's engine cooling system.
Owner's Manual - Page 291
... 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 replace your 4x2 tires with 15x7 inch wheels.
292 Ranger 4x4 P235/265 Tire and Wheel Usage
RWARNING Do not use P265/75R15SL tires...
Owner's Manual - Page 300
.... Before adding any fluid, be sure that the correct type will be used automotive fluids in 1/2 pint (.25L) increments through the filler tube to bring the level to find out about recycling automotive fluids. NOTE: Always dispose of fluids. Add fluid in a responsible manner. Servicing Your Ranger
When checking fluid at normal operating temperature, the fluid level should be...
Owner's Manual - Page 301
... plug. The Clutch
The clutch on the side of the 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
Owner's Manual - Page 303
...once a year. If the fluid is toxic. 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
Your vehicle is equipped with a brake fluid level indicator in the plastic brake fluid reservoir on your vehicle. RWARNING Brake fluid is low, carefully clean...
Owner's Manual - Page 306
..., 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 When you reach the FULL HOT range. Do not overfill.
6. Use only power steering fluid that it fits snugly. Servicing Your Ranger
Power steering reservoir
Power steering dipstick location
5.
Owner's Manual - Page 348
...acid, treating emergencies . . 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...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
... noted, bring them to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
u Lubricate the transmission controls and
linkage.
u Check the brake fluid level. u Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. u Clean the battery connections. At least once a year:
u Check engine cooling system, hoses and
clamps and check coolant strength...
