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WARNING

Be careful not to add engine coolant to the windshield
washer fluid reservoir. If sprayed on the windshield,
engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the
windshield.

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When the engine is cool, add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant
and water to the engine coolant recovery reservoir — DO NOT
ADD DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR. Add straight water only
in an emergency, but you should replace it with a 50/50
mixture of coolant and distilled water as soon as possible.

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Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir the
next few times you drive the vehicle. If necessary, add enough
of a 50/50 mixture of coolant and water to bring the liquid
level to the fill line on the reservoir.

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WARNING

Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine
is running or hot.

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If you must remove the coolant recovery cap, follow these steps
to avoid personal injury caused by escaping steam or engine
coolant:

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1.

Before you remove the cap, turn the engine off and let it
cool.

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2.

When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the cap
and turn it slowly, counterclockwise to the first stop.

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3.

Step back while the pressure releases.

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4.

When you are sure that all the pressure has been released,
use the cloth to press the cap down, turn it counterclockwise,
and remove it.

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Summary of Contents for 1996 ranger

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Page 3: ...uges 53 Instrument Panel Controls 73 Steering Column Controls 87 Features 99 Electronic Sound Systems 127 Driving Your Ranger 155 Roadside Emergencies 219 Customer Assistance 241 Reporting Safety Defects 247 Accessories 251 Servicing Your Ranger 257 Quick Index 337 Index 349 Service Station Information 372 1996 ...

Page 4: ...k must be done with you in mind providing better products and services than our competition Continuous improvement is essential to our success We must strive for excellence in everything we do in our products in their safety and value and in our services our human relations our competitiveness and our profitability Employee involvement is our way of life We are a team We must treat one another wit...

Page 5: ...ing obligation NOTES and WARNINGS NOTES give you additional information about the subject matter you are referencing WARNINGS remind you to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness can cause damage to your vehicle or personal injury to yourself your passengers or other people Please read all WARNINGS carefully RWARNING Finding Information in This Guide After you have read this guide...

Page 6: ...intenance Schedule and Record Booklet The Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet lists the services that are most important for keeping your vehicle in good condition A record log is also provided to help you keep track of all services performed About the Warranties Your vehicle is covered by three types of warranties Basic Vehicle Warranty Extended Warranties on certain parts and Emissions Warra...

Page 7: ...r dealer for more details about the Ford Extended Service Plan If you purchased a Canadian vehicle and did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchase you may still be eligible See your dealer for the details Special Notice NOTICE TO OWNERS OF FOUR WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss ...

Page 8: ...eriod for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles 160 km of city driving or 1 000 miles 1 600 km of highway driving Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to proper torque specifications at 500 miles 800 km of new vehicle operation Proper torque specifications are provided in this guide Also retighten to proper torque specification at 500 miles 800 km after any wheel change or any other time the wheel l...

Page 9: ... to repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by environmental fallout within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever comes first Customers may be required to bring their vehicle in for inspection by a Ford representative Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle Wash the outside of your vehicle including the underside with a mild detergent DO NOT Wash your v...

Page 10: ... cleaning Do not clean plastic parts with thinners solvents or petroleum based cleaners If you have your vehicle rustproofed remove oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil remover If rustproofing is not removed from plastic and rubber parts it can cause deterioration Because your vehicle s side mouldings are painted in lacquer do not use thinners or solvents to clean them 1996 ...

Page 11: ...t a warning light may come on and a chime may sound See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime in the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter See the following sections in this chapter for directions on how to properly use these safety belts Also see Safety Restraints for Children in this chapter for special instructions about using safety belts for children RWARNING Make sure that you and your passengers ...

Page 12: ...atback upright RWARNING Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm Never swing it around the neck over the inside shoulder Never use a single belt for more than one person or across more than one seating position Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair Failure to follow these prec...

Page 13: ...lock it Then adjust the seat to the position that suits you best Pull the combination lap shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder portion of the belt crosses your shoulder and chest Be sure the belt is not twisted If it is remove the twist Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by p...

Page 14: ...on the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap shoulder safety belt for the front seat outboard passenger and rear outboard passengers Dual locking mode retractors operate in two ways Vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode In this operating mode the shoulder belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement locking tight only on hard braking hard cornering or impacts of approximate...

Page 15: ...emergency locking mode to the automatic locking mode perform the following steps 1 Buckle the lap shoulder combination belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and when allowed to retract a clicking sound is heard At this time the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode 3 A clicking sound will continue to be hea...

Page 16: ... positions To adjust the belt up slide the adjuster up You do not have to push the release button Slide it up or down until the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder RWARNING Position the shoulder belt height adjuster so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Be sure the shoulder belt is properly positioned on your shoulder each time you use the belt If the shoulder belt is...

Page 17: ...Safety Restraints 15 Shoulder belt height adjuster full up position regular cab models 1996 ...

Page 18: ...16 Adjusting shoulder belt height regular cab models 1996 ...

Page 19: ...Safety Restraints 17 Shoulder belt height adjuster full down position regular cab models 1996 ...

Page 20: ...18 Shoulder belt height adjuster full up position SuperCab models 1996 ...

Page 21: ...Safety Restraints 19 Adjusting shoulder belt height SuperCab models 1996 ...

Page 22: ...the arm Never swing it around the neck over the inside shoulder Never use a single belt for more than one person Failure to follow these precautions could increase the risk and or severity of injury in a collision To tighten the lap portion of the belt pull up on the shoulder belt until it fits you snugly The belt should rest as low on your hips as possible 1996 ...

Page 23: ...t until you hear a snap and feel it lock Make sure the buckle is securely fastened If you need to lengthen the belt unfasten it and tip the belt tongue at a right angle to the belt Pull the belt tongue over your lap until it reaches the buckle If you need to shorten the belt pull on the loose end of the webbing until the belt fits snugly To unfasten the belt push the release button on the buckle T...

Page 24: ...of the retractor with a steady motion and insert the tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage To Unfasten the Safety Belts with Retractors 1 Push the release button on the buckle This allows the tongue to unlatch from the buckle 2 While the belt retracts guide the tongue to its stowed position If you do not guide the tongue it may strike you or part of the vehi...

Page 25: ... too short for you when fully extended Do not use extension to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso RWARNING Failure to follow these instructions will affect the performance of the safety belts and increase the risk of personal injury Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that they work properly and are not damaged The short plastic boot on...

Page 26: ...24 Energy absorbing sew pattern 1996 ...

Page 27: ...ge and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Cleaning the Safety Belts Clean the safety belts with any mild soap solution that is recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Do not bleach or dye the belt webbing because this may weaken...

Page 28: ...easons to use safety belts even with an air bag system Use your safety belts to help keep you in the proper position away from the air bag when it inflates reduce the risk of harm in rollover side or rear impact collisions because an air bag is not designed to inflate in such situations reduce the risk of harm in frontal collisions that are not severe enough to activate the supplemental air bag re...

Page 29: ...secured in appropriate child safety seats or infant seats and all other occupants should sit upright with their backs against the seatback and restrained by lap and shoulder belts No passenger should sit toward the front edge of the seat or stand or lean near the air bag cover which is near the glove box RWARNING Rear facing infant seats should not be placed in the front seat unless the passenger ...

Page 30: ...nto the switch 2 Rotate the ignition key clockwise until the key points to the word OFF printed on the instrument panel 3 Remove the ignition key RWARNING In order to avoid inadvertent deployment of the passenger air bag always remove the ignition key from the passenger air bag deactivate switch 4 Check that the amber OFF light illuminates when the ignition switch is placed in ON RWARNING If the l...

Page 31: ...ition and the ignition switch is in ON have the passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer immediately The amber OFF light warns the driver and any passengers that the passenger air bag is turned off The passenger air bag should be turned off ONLY when the rear facing infant seat is installed at the right front or center front seats RWARNING Keep the passenger air bag...

Page 32: ...g Supplemental Restraint System consists of the driver air bag passenger air bag if equipped impact sensors a system diagnostic module a readiness light and tone and the electrical wiring which connects the components The location of the air bags and warning labels 1996 ...

Page 33: ...lisions at speeds above 28 mph 45 km h will not inflate the air bag When the sensors activate the system the air bags inflate rapidly filling with non toxic nitrogen gas in a fraction of a second Immediately after inflation the air bags deflate by releasing the nitrogen gas through vent holes The whole process takes place in a matter of seconds RWARNING Air bag system components get hot after infl...

Page 34: ...32 Inflated driver side air bag 1996 ...

Page 35: ...the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision To ensure that the air bag system will operate as intended in a crash the system is equipped with a diagnostic module which controls a readiness lamp and a warning tone The diagnostic module monitors its own circuits the air bag electrical system the air bag readiness light the air bag power and the air bag inflators 1996 ...

Page 36: ...r or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Disposal of supplemental air bag equipped vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles see your local Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Air bags MUST be disposed of by qualified personnel Safety Restraints for Children In the U S and Canada you are required by law to use safety...

Page 37: ...utside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed RWARNING Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts RWARNING Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly RWARNING Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the s...

Page 38: ... Children Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child Always follow the safety seat manufacturer s instructions when installing and using the safety seat Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps...

Page 39: ... injure other passengers RWARNING Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision RWARNING Seatbacks should be upright for use with child safety seats RWARNING Always keep the buckle release button pointing upward and away from ...

Page 40: ...nufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap You can attach a tether strap anchor bracket to the cab inner back panel by using a tether anchor kit 613D74 available at no charge from any Ford dealer Read and follow the instructions provided with the kit carefully for installation of the child teth...

Page 41: ...e cab may increase risk of injury to an occupant of the right rear center facing jump seat in the event of a collision or sudden stop If a tethered child seat is installed in the right front seating position secure the tether strap to the webbing of the buckled right rear lap belt RWARNING Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat Safety Belts for Children Children who are too large...

Page 42: ... provide a shorter firmer seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child A belt positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child s face or neck or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower le...

Page 43: ...N or OFF position to the ACCESSORY position you must push the key release button if your vehicle s manual transmission gearshift is mounted on the floor LOCK locks the steering wheel and gearshift lever RWARNING LOCK does not lock the gearshift on console or floor mounted manual transaxle gearshifts If the parking brake is not set and the gearshift is moved out of gear your vehicle may move unexpe...

Page 44: ... wheel or the automatic transmission gearshift lever ON allows you to test your vehicle s warning lights except the brake system warning light to make sure they work before you start the engine The key returns to the ON position once the engine is started and remains in this position while the engine runs START cranks the engine Release the key once the engine starts so that you do not damage the ...

Page 45: ...steering column just above the key lock cylinder If your vehicle s gearshift lever is mounted on the column 1 Put the gearshift in P Park 2 Set the parking brake fully before removing your foot from the service brake This will avoid binding or loading the park gear if you park on a grade 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key If your vehicle s gearshift lever is mounted on the floor 1 Pu...

Page 46: ...nimals Fuel Injected Engines When starting a fuel injected engine the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have problems getting your vehicle started See Starting Your Engine in this chapter for details about when to use the accelerator while you start your vehicle Starting Your Vehicle Preparing t...

Page 47: ...ember the starter will operate only if the clutch pedal is pushed in all the way Before you start your vehicle you should test the warning lights on the instrument panel to make sure that they work Refer to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter Starting Your Engine To start your engine 1 Follow the steps under Preparing to Start Your Vehicle at the beginning of this section 2 Turn the ignition key...

Page 48: ...he OFF position Wait a few seconds after the starter stops then try again Whenever you start your vehicle release the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could damage the starter After starting allow the engine to idle for a few seconds before driving away If the engine does not start after two attempts 1 Turn the ignition key to the OFF position 2 Press the accelerator all the way...

Page 49: ... high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage RWARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire If you consistently start your vehicle in subzero temperatures use an engine block heater if your vehicle has this option Eng...

Page 50: ...wing morning NOTE Be sure to disconnect the engine block heater before driving your vehicle If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel Pump Shut off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a collision the fuel pump shut off switch may have been triggered The shut off switch is a device intended to stop the fuel pump when your...

Page 51: ... a collision or substantial jolt 1 Turn the key in the ignition to OFF 2 Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel 3 If you do not see or smell fuel push the red reset button down If the button is already set you may have a different mechanical problem 4 Turn the ignition key ON for a few seconds then turn it OFF 5 Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel If you see or smell fuel do not start...

Page 52: ...to avoid its dangerous effects RWARNING Never let your vehicle idle in an enclosed area and do not sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for more than a short period of time Exhaust fumes particularly carbon monoxide might build up These fumes are harmful and could kill you RWARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not dr...

Page 53: ...s idling while you are stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least one inch 2 5 cm Also adjust the heating or air conditioning system to bring in outside air HEATING Set fan speed to medium or high the function control knob on any position except OFF and the temperature control knob on any desired position AIR CONDITIONING Set fan speed to medium or high with the fun...

Page 54: ...ing pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are described in this chapter Some items shown may not be on all vehicles Your vehicle has one of the following clusters A mechanical cluster A mechanical cluster with tachometer If you are not sure which cluster your vehicle has check the diagrams on the following pages of this section 1996 ...

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Page 57: ... brake is not fully released or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir If the fluid level is low the brake system should be checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician This light comes on when you turn the ignition key to START to verify that the indicator bulb is working If the light stays on or comes on after you have released the parking brake fully have...

Page 58: ...g light symbol RWARNING If the anti lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on while driving have the braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible NOTE If a fault occurs in the anti lock system and the brake warning light is not lit the anti lock system is disabled but normal brake function remains operational Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime The safe...

Page 59: ...r approximately six seconds when the ignition key is turned to the ON position to verify that the indicator bulb is working and the air bag system is operating normally RWARNING A problem with the air bag system is indicated by one or more of the following the readiness light will either flash or stay lit or it will not light or a group of five beeps will be heard RWARNING If any of these things h...

Page 60: ...is yellow indicator light illuminates whenever the passenger air bag is turned off and the ignition is on The passenger air bag should be turned off only when a rear facing infant seat is installed in the front passenger seat Door Ajar Warning Light If equipped If the ignition switch is in the ON position and any door or the liftgate is not completely closed the light will illuminate Door ajar war...

Page 61: ...f the light does not come on when you turn the ignition to the ON position or if it comes on and stays on when you are driving have your vehicle serviced as soon as conveniently possible This indicates a possible problem with one of the engine s emission control systems You do not need to have your vehicle towed in If the light turns on and off at one 1 second intervals while you are driving the v...

Page 62: ...ngine begins to crank It is not necessary to have the engine serviced Under certain conditions the Check Engine Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed If the light comes on and you suspect the fuel cap is not properly installed pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the engine Remove and replace the fuel cap making sure it is properly seated Af...

Page 63: ...le is started even if the O D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off NOTE If the light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity If this condition persists damage could occur to the transmission Overdrive off light if equipped Charging System Light This light shown as a battery symbo...

Page 64: ...lows steadily Within 30 seconds of closing all the doors the light flashes intermittently every 2 seconds This indicates that the alarm system is armed Check Gage Light If equipped This light will come on when the key is in the ON position and the engine coolant temperature is high engine oil pressure is low fuel level is near empty This light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention ...

Page 65: ...auge shows you the battery voltage when the ignition key is in the ON position If the battery is operating under cold weather conditions the pointer may indicate in the upper range of the NORMAL band while the battery is charging If you are running electrical accessories with the engine off or idling at a low speed or the battery is not fully charged the pointer may move toward the lower end of th...

Page 66: ... low it could affect the oil pressure With the engine running the pointer should move into the NORMAL band If the pointer drops below the NORMAL band while the engine is running you have lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage If you lose engine oil pressure 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible 2 Turn off the engine If you do not stop the engine as soon ...

Page 67: ...rate reading your vehicle should be on level ground 4 If the level is low add only as much oil as necessary before you start the engine again Do not overfill Do not operate the engine if the pointer is below the NORMAL band regardless of the oil level Contact your nearest dealer for further service actions Engine oil pressure gauge mechanical cluster Engine oil pressure gauge mechanical cluster wi...

Page 68: ... are on and the key is removed from the ignition Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank only when the ignition switch is ON For a proper fuel gauge indication after adding fuel the ignition switch should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion With ignition switch...

Page 69: ...Normal band as the engine coolant warms up It is acceptable for the pointer to fluctuate within the Normal band under normal driving conditions Under certain driving conditions such as heavy stop and go traffic or driving up hills in hot weather the pointer may move to the top of the Normal band If under any circumstances the pointer moves above the NORMAL band the engine coolant is overheating an...

Page 70: ...OOL 4 Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine Refer to Engine coolant in the Index If you do not follow these instructions you or others could be injured If the coolant continues to overheat have the coolant system serviced as soon as possible Engine coolant temperature gauge mechanical cluster Engine coolant temperature gauge mechanical clu...

Page 71: ...pose of this device is to maintain peak vehicle speed below a specified limit Vehicle speed limits may vary based on engine displacement If you are experiencing an engine cut out condition at high speeds it may be the result of this limiting device It is a normal condition and can be avoided by reducing vehicle engine speed Speedometer Odometer The odometer tells you the total number of miles kilo...

Page 72: ...mal and does not affect the performance of the tachometer when the engine is running Some vehicles are equipped with an engine speed RPM limiting device contained within the Powertrain Control Module PCM The purpose of this device is to maintain peak engine speed RPM below a specified limit This feature is only evident on automatic transmission vehicles when shifting manually 1 2 D and on all manu...

Page 73: ... NOTE If the 4 0L engine exceeds 5200 RPM the PCM will restrict fuel flow to maintain engine speed at or below 5200 RPM This function is designed to protect the engine and should be considered normal operation 1996 ...

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Page 75: ...r a Heater Only System Instrument Panel Registers There are four registers in the instrument panel Each of these registers contains a louver assembly which can be manually adjusted to direct airflow up down left and right An illustration of the register locations follows Instrument panel registers Air Conditioning A C Controls Manual Air Conditioning The control for your air conditioning and heate...

Page 76: ...he fan on and allow airflow into the vehicle To turn your air conditioner and heater off select OFF This will turn the fan off and stop airflow from coming into the vehicle Temperature selection The temperature control knob is the rotating knob located at the center of the control with tapered red and blue bands surrounding most of the knob The wide red part of the band full right is the heat or w...

Page 77: ...ature regardless of the temperature knob setting Select A C or MAX A C to get cool air through the instrument panel registers A C Select A C to get refrigerated outside air through the instrument panel registers The A C position is used for cooling except when it is extremely hot or fast cooling of the vehicle is needed Then select MAX A C for fast cooling and return to A C when you are comfortabl...

Page 78: ...ill also be dehumidified to remove moisture This feature will help prevent fogging in humid weather The air can be cooled or heated V Defrost Select V to obtain maximum airflow to the windshield Rotate the temperature knob into the red area for the air temperature required to defrost When the outside temperature is about 50 F 10 C or warmer the air will be dehumidified to remove moisture Rotate th...

Page 79: ...io The heater will operate only when the ignition key is turned to the ON position Your heater will heat and or ventilate your vehicle interior depending on the function position and temperature you select The function selector control knob allows you to select heating or ventilation and determine where the air will be directed The temperature control knob setting determines the temperature of the...

Page 80: ...tate the H knob to the right to increase fan speed and increase the amount of air entering the vehicle Four fan speed positons are available and are indicated by dots beside the H control knob The largest dot is high speed position Airflow selections Q Panel Use Q to bring outside air through the instrument panel registers You can heat the air in this position by rotating the temperature knob into...

Page 81: ... heater system turned on Do not put objects under the front seats that interfere with the flow of air to the back seat area Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the bottom of the windshield The Interior and Exterior Lights Turning On the Exterior Lights To turn on your headlamps parking lamps marker lamps license plate lamps and tail lamps use the headlamp control knob to the ...

Page 82: ... upward to operate courtesy and cargo lamps Headlamp control knob Fog Lamps If equipped The fog lamps switch is located on the instrument panel to the right of the radio and climate control To turn the fog lamps on turn on the low beam headlamps then push the fog lamp switch An indicator light will glow when the lamps are on To turn off push the switch again 1996 ...

Page 83: ...turning off the headlamps Cleaning the Exterior Lamps Do not use dry paper towel chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps as these may cause scratches or crack the lamps Daytime Running Light System Canadian vehicles only The Daytime Running Light DRL system turns the high beam headlamps on with a reduced light output when The headlamp system is in the OFF position and The vehicle...

Page 84: ...lights by rotating the thumb wheel The interior lights will shut off after 25 seconds with all the doors closed or immediately when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or if the vehicle speed is above five MPH 8 km h The interior lights will turn off after 40 minutes if any of the doors are left open Refer to Battery Saver in the Features section for more details Courtesy and Dome Lam...

Page 85: ...nd High Mount Brakelamp The combination cargo high mount brakelamp is located outside the vehicle directly over the rear window Use the thumb wheel to turn on the cargo lamp and interior courtesy lights Cargo High mount brakelamp RWARNING Do not drive your vehicle with the cargo courtesy light on Showing a white light to the rear while driving on public roads is illegal in some places 1996 ...

Page 86: ...ly You can turn the individual map lamps on or off by sliding the switch to the left or right To turn off slide the switch to the middle Map lamps Clock Controls on Electronic Radios The electronic radios have a built in clock For complete operating instructions refer to Electronic Sound Systems in this Owner Guide 1996 ...

Page 87: ...he turn signals and cornering lamps turn the high beams on off flash the lamps turn the windshield wipers and washer on off Turn Signals Turn signal lever and functions If the turn indicator light in the instrument panel does not illuminate or remains on doesn t flash when you signal a turn the turn signaling system is malfunctioning Have this condition corrected as soon as possible but make sure ...

Page 88: ...he ON or ACC position Interval wiper on turn signal lever To set the interval wipers rotate the knob at the end of the turn signal lever toward or away from the instrument panel to the interval operation you desire To clean the windshield push in the end of the wiper knob for a single wipe For a constant spray keep the knob pushed in After you release the knob the wipers operate for two to three 1...

Page 89: ...vehicle RWARNING In freezing weather the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision Always warm up the windshield with the defroster before you use the washer fluid If you cannot see through the windshield clearly it can increase the risk of being involved in a collision For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing your windshield wiper blades see Windshi...

Page 90: ... other drivers to hazardous situations The flashers will flash and the high mount brakelamp will stay on steadily not flash with the brake pedal depressed The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not The flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if t...

Page 91: ...d flasher 1 Push in the flasher button it will pop out and the lamps will begin to flash 2 To stop the flashers push in the flasher button again NOTE The flasher button will be sticking up slightly higher when on than when off Hazard flasher 1996 ...

Page 92: ...Check the horn regularly to make sure it operates properly Horn location Tilt Steering If equipped RWARNING Never adjust the steering column wheel when the vehicle is moving You could lose control of the vehicle and injure someone Tilt steering wheel lever 1996 ...

Page 93: ...ed If your vehicle has speed control you can automatically maintain a constant speed at or above 30 mph 50 km h Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal Communications Commission FCC or in Canada the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC approved may cause the speed control to malfunction Therefore use only properly installed FCC CRTC in Canada approved radio transmi...

Page 94: ...vehicle speed This can be accomplished by pushing in the Transmission Control switch which is located on the end of the gearshift lever The speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it goes above your set speed on a downhill grade For the best fuel economy during normal driving conditions leave the shift select in j Overdrive or resume as soon as practical NOTE If your vehicle is equipped w...

Page 95: ...ust press either the brake or clutch pedal long enough to disengage the speed control Wait a second before depressing the clutch again and making the shift so that the speed control can fully return to the idle position RWARNING Do not shift the transmission into N Neutral with the speed control on To maintain a preset speed under the above conditions with electronically controlled transmissions p...

Page 96: ... that allows you to decrease your current speed in increments of 1 mph 1 6 km h by a momentary tap of the COAST switch Multiple taps of the COAST switch will decrease your vehicle speed 1 mph 1 6 km h for each tap For example if you are currently set at 65 mph 104 km h and tap the COAST switch 5 times your vehicle speed will decrease and set at 60 mph 96 km h To reset the speed control to a higher...

Page 97: ...r clutch pedal slightly The speed control is suspended but you can reset it by pressing SET ACCEL or return to the previous set speed with the RSM switch In addition the speed control is turned off each time you turn the vehicle ignition off Driving uphill or on a steep grade When the speed control is on your vehicle may significantly drop speed when driving uphill especially with a heavy load If ...

Page 98: ...d not press the OFF switch To resume the speed you had before you must be driving at least 30 mph 50 km h Press and release the RSM switch Your vehicle gradually returns to the previously set speed and then maintains it RWARNING If your vehicle has speed control do not use it on slippery roads You could lose control of your vehicle and could injure someone 1996 ...

Page 99: ...ures Your vehicle has a variety of features designed for your comfort convenience and safety Read this chapter to find out about standard and optional features Doors Door Handles and Locks Inside handles 1996 ...

Page 100: ...knob To unlock and open the front door from the inside of the vehicle pull on the inside door handle Tailgate Tailgate operation When open the tailgate load should not exceed 500 lbs 227 kgs If you want to load heavy items onto your vehicle Ford recommends that you load them one at a time directly on the bed floor to avoid damage to the tailgate or its supports 1996 ...

Page 101: ...ead and disconnect it If you disconnect the upper end of each cable you can lower the tailgate completely NOTE Step bumpers or hitches may damage the tailgate if it is lowered completely Releasing the tailgate Tailgate removal First release the tailgate as described above Be sure to support the left side to prevent it from falling Then raise the tailgate to a 45 degree angle see the following illu...

Page 102: ... load holding it in place Power Door Locks If equipped The power door lock switches are located in the front doors To lock all doors push the switch marked s To unlock all doors push the switch marked s The manual door locks will override the power door lock controls Power door lock controls 1996 ...

Page 103: ...ote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF position The remote entry transmitter Unlocking the doors with the remote entry system To unlock the driver s door press the UNLOCK button To unlock the other door press the UNLOCK button a second time within five seconds after the first UNLOCK Locking the doors with the remote entry system To lock both doors press the LOCK button This w...

Page 104: ...When you use the remote entry UNLOCK or PANIC buttons the illuminated entry system turns on the vehicle s interior lights for 25 seconds You can turn these lights off with the remote entry LOCK button or by turning the ignition to the ON or ACCESSORY position Arming and Disarming the Alarm System with Remote Entry Your Remote Entry System will automatically arm the factory installed Anti Theft Sys...

Page 105: ...incoln Mercury dealer NOTE The operating range of the remote entry system can also be affected by weather conditions such as very cold temperatures or structures around the vehicle buildings other vehicles radio and TV towers etc Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 33 feet 10 meters away from your vehicle Opening the remote transmitter The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace...

Page 106: ...ake all your transmitters to the dealer so they can program them to the remote entry system all at the same time Illuminated Entry System If equipped This system will provide illumination of the vehicle s interior courtesy lamps when either outside front door handle is pulled or when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door or sound the personal alarm The system will automatically turn o...

Page 107: ...is turned on again Anti Theft Alarm System If equipped When armed this system helps protect your vehicle against break ins or theft When an unauthorized entry occurs the system triggers and will flash the parking lamps and theft indicator lamp honk the horn disable the starting circuit to prevent the vehicle from being started Arming the System The system is ready to arm any time the ignition swit...

Page 108: ...isarmed Remember all doors must be fully closed for the anti theft system to arm If a door has been left open or ajar and you press the remote entry transmitter twice to confirm the doors are locked two short horn chirps will warn you that the anti theft system is not arming When you get a single horn chirp by pressing the LOCK button twice within 5 seconds on your remote entry transmitter you can...

Page 109: ...curs However the starter circuit remains disabled until the system is disarmed The anti theft system is designed to work with the factory installed remote entry system It may not work with other remote entry systems Windows Operating the Windows Manually The door windows are opened and closed by turning the handle crank Manual window operation Sliding rear window If equipped The sliding rear windo...

Page 110: ...peration SuperCab quarter windows if equipped To open the optional flip quarter windows on the Ranger SuperCab models follow the operating instructions shown in the following illustration SuperCab flip open quarter window 1996 ...

Page 111: ... door has a master control switch that operates all door windows You must place the ignition switch in the ON or ACC position to use your power window controls RWARNING Do not let children play with the power windows They may seriously hurt themselves Make sure occupants are clear of the window s before closing Master control switch 1996 ...

Page 112: ...f you have a front bench seat you can adjust the front seat head restraints for your comfort and protection The head restraints on other seats are not adjustable Adjusting the head restraint Adjusting the Front Seat Manually Regular Cab To move the front seat forward or rearward 1 Find the adjustment lever at the lower left corner of the front seat 2 Push the lever to the left to unlock the seat 3...

Page 113: ...ew position Make sure the seat locks securely in place Adjusting the bench seat Adjusting the bucket seat SuperCab To move the front seat forward or rearward 1 Find the adjustment bar at lower front of the front seat 2 Lift bar upward to unlatch the seat 1996 ...

Page 114: ... bucket seat RWARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving RWARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop RWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips 1996 ...

Page 115: ...he handle for the recliner 2 Lift the handle up and hold it in place 3 Lean against the back of the seat and adjust it to the position you want 4 Release the handle to lock the seatback in position 5 To return the seatback to upright position lift the handle and lean forward Then release the handle Lifting the recliner handle of an unoccupied seat will allow the seat back to fold forward for acces...

Page 116: ...To open the seat pull inboard and down on the seat handle To stow the seat pull seat bottom back to the fully upright position The jump seats should be kept in the stored position for easier access to the rear cab area Center facing jump seat in stowed position 1996 ...

Page 117: ...he seat assembly forward to provide entry space to the rear seat compartment of the vehicle RWARNING Do not place objects behind or under the front seat which can prevent the seat from returning to the locked position RWARNING A seatback which is folded forward even a small degree may not lock properly in the event of a sudden stop or collision 3 With the seatback still forward using the seat cush...

Page 118: ...d when in its latched position Tilt slide seat Prior to operating the vehicle check to ensure that the seat assembly is locked by pushing or pulling the seat forward or rearward If seat does not lock repeat steps 2 and 3 Locking tilt slide seat 1996 ...

Page 119: ...ar at the lower front area of the seat cushion Lift the release bar and hold until the desired seat position is obtained then release the bar to relock the seat Adjusting seat 60 40 Split Front Bench If equipped The seat back release operates the same as the basic bucket seat 60 40 split front bench 1996 ...

Page 120: ...iver s seat Using the Power Lumbar Support and Side Bolsters If equipped Inflating the lumbar support and side bolsters If your vehicle is equipped with this option you can inflate deflate the lumbar support pad in the seat back and inflate deflate the side bolster pads To inflate the bolster pads push the end of the front rocker switch To deflate the bolster pads push the s end of the switch 1996...

Page 121: ...olsters switch sport bucket seat Cleaning the Seats Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh spots immediately Follow the directions that come with the cleaner NOTE Before using any cleaner test it on a small hidden area of fabric If the fabric s color or texture is adversely affected by a particular cleaner do not use it 1996 ...

Page 122: ...h to the right or left 3 Move the control knob in the direction you want to move the mirror 4 Return the selector switch to the middle position to keep the mirror in place Power mirror control Do not clean the plastic housing of any electric mirror with gasoline or other petroleum based cleaning products RWARNING The side view mirror on the right makes objects appear smaller and farther away than ...

Page 123: ...Features 123 Console If equipped Your vehicle may have a full console The full console has the features shown in the illustration below The features on the console bucket seats 1996 ...

Page 124: ...floor on either side of the gearshift lever On automatic transmission vehicles a removable consolette is located on the floor The consolette may be removed when the center bench seat position is occupied The inside of the cupholders can be adjusted to various heights to accommodate different size cups They can also be removed to allow access and cleaning of the rubber padding at the bottom of the ...

Page 125: ...Features 125 Floor mounted cupholders manual transmission Floor mounted cupholders automatic transmission 1996 ...

Page 126: ...e slotted head at the bottom of each cupholder 90 one quarter turn 4 Lift the consolette from the floor and secure it in a safe place Power Point Electrical Outlet The power point outlet should be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional electrical accessories NOTE Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter Use the power point Power point electrical outlet 19...

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Page 129: ...vel is set above a certain listening level when the ignition switch is turned off when the ignition switch is turned back on the volume will come back to a nominal listening level However if the radio power is turned off the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power was switched off Selecting the AM or FM frequency band Push the AM FM button to select the desired frequency ...

Page 130: ... All About Radio Frequencies in this section Using the SEEK function This feature on your radio allows you to automatically select listenable stations up or down the frequency band Press the right a side of the SEEK button to select the next listenable station up the frequency band Press the left b side of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band By pressing and hol...

Page 131: ...AUTOSET feature With AUTOSET you can continually set strong stations into your memory buttons without losing your originally set stations Press the AUTOSET button once Your radio will set the first six strong stations of the band you are in AM FM1 or FM2 into the memory buttons The display will show AUTO then run through the frequencies setting the memory buttons NOTE If there are fewer than five ...

Page 132: ...on between the right and left speakers Press the top c of the BAL button to shift the sound to the right speakers and press the bottom d of the BAL button to shift the sound to the left speakers Adjusting speaker fader Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers Press the top c of the FADE button to shift the sound to the front speakers and press th...

Page 133: ...ith radio power off the cassette tape is loaded and stored How to locate a desired track on the tape There are four ways to quickly locate a desired selection on the tape You can use the fast forward rewind SEEK or SCAN function Following are brief descriptions of each Fast forwarding the tape To fast forward the tape press the FF button The radio will begin playing until fast forward is manually ...

Page 134: ...How to change the side of the tape being played The alternate side of the tape can be selected by pressing the SIDE 1 2 button How to eject the tape To stop the tape and eject the cassette press the EJ button The radio will resume playing if the radio power is on The tape cartridge can be ejected with radio power and or ignition on or off How to switch from tape to AM FM mode Press the AM FM butto...

Page 135: ...e thinner and subject to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight high humidity and extreme heat or cold If they are exposed to extreme conditions allow them to reach a moderate temperature before playing If a tape is loose inside the cassette tighten it before playing by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and turning the h...

Page 136: ...cond time NOTE With the ignition off the clock will display for approximately 5 seconds once the CLK button is depressed and released How to set the clock 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press and hold the CLK button press the right a side of the SEEK button to increase hours Press the left b side of the button to decrease hours Press the right a side of the TUNE button to increase minutes Press the left b ...

Page 137: ...s mounted behind the driver s seat The Ford Ranger SuperCab 6 CD Changer is mounted on the floor near the center of the rear cab wall Both changers are controlled with buttons on the Audio System Unit Loading Instructions 1 Open Compact Disc Changer unit by sliding door rearward Figure 1 Figure 1 1996 ...

Page 138: ...n to eject the disc magazine holds 6 discs Figure 2 Figure 2 3 Load discs into the disc magazine slots numbered 1 through 6 one at a time with labeled surfaces upward starting with bottom slot number 1 Figure 3 Figure 3 1996 ...

Page 139: ...isc Changer unit is now ready to play using the controls of your Audio System How to Operate the Ford 6 CD Changer Using the Controls on the Radio Premium Audio Systems only If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford 6 CD Changer System you can operate it through the controls of your Premium Audio System How to begin CD Changer play Press the CD button to begin CD play The 6 CD Changer will automat...

Page 140: ...g played There are two ways to change the track being played You can use the SEEK or SCAN buttons Using the SEEK function with your CD Changer Press the right a side of the SEEK button to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last track has been completed the CD player automatically changes to the next disc Press the left b side of the SEEK button to seek to the previous tra...

Page 141: ...e Shuffle feature While in the CD mode pressing the SHUFFLE 6 button will randomly select a track from the disc currently being played The display will indicate SHF followed by the disc and track number dd tt The CD Changer will continue to randomly select tracks for play until the shuffle feature is turned off by pressing the SHUFFLE button a second time How to stop CD play While in the CD mode p...

Page 142: ...ure is above 140 F 60 C Allow the player to cool off before operating Different manufacturers of compact discs may produce discs with different dimensions or tolerances some of which may not be within industry standards or in accordance with the CD format Because of this a new disc that is free of dust and scratches could be defective and may not play on your Ford Compact Disc Player If play does ...

Page 143: ...uch as the Discwasher Compact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3 Compact Disc Cleaner by wiping from the center out to the edges Do not use a circular motion to clean Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine thinner commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended for analog records Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for an extended period of time Do not inser...

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Page 146: ...lume will come back to a nominal listening level However if the radio power is turned off the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power was switched off Selecting the AM or FM frequency band Push the AM FM button to select the desired frequency band or to stop store cassette tape when in cassette mode These functions are used with the station memory buttons described under ...

Page 147: ...ide of the SEEK button to select the next listenable station up the frequency band Press the left b side of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band By holding the button down listenable stations can be passed over to reach the desired station Using the SCAN function Pressing the SCAN button will begin the scan mode up the frequency band stopping on each listenable ...

Page 148: ...o decrease bass Increasing or decreasing treble response Press the top c of the TREBLE button to increase treble press the bottom d of the treble button to decrease treble Adjusting speaker balance Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the right and left speakers Press the top c of the BAL button to shift the sound to the right speakers and press the bottom d of the B...

Page 149: ... NOTE A cassette tape can be loaded and stored with the ignition and radio power off How to locate a desired track on the tape There are four ways to quickly locate a desired selection on the tape You can use the fast forward rewind SEEK or SCAN function Following are brief descriptions of each Fast forwarding the tape To fast forward the tape press the FF button The radio will begin playing until...

Page 150: ...tape selection press SCAN a second time How to change the side of the tape being played The alternate side of the tape can be selected by pressing the SIDE 1 2 button How to eject the tape To stop the tape and eject the cassette press the EJ button The radio will resume playing if the radio power is on The tape cartridge can be ejected with radio power and or ignition on or off How to switch from ...

Page 151: ...light high humidity and extreme heat or cold If they are exposed to extreme conditions allow them to reach a moderate temperature before playing If a tape is loose inside the cassette tighten it before playing by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and turning the hub until the tape is tight Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the mechanism Remove any loose label ...

Page 152: ...mpletely clear and noise free such as the following 1 Distance Strength The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance the signal must travel The listenable range of an average FM signal is approximately 25 miles 40 kilometers Beyond this distance the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal becomes weaker 2 Terrain The terrain hilly mountainous tall buildings of the a...

Page 153: ...AM frequencies These can be caused by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Another reception phenomenon is Strong Signal Capture and Overload This can occur when listening to a weak station and when passing another broadcast tower The close station may capture the more distant station although the displayed frequency does not change While passing the tower the station may s...

Page 154: ...frequency which is not the frequency they actually broadcast on For example a radio station that is assigned a frequency of 98 7 MHz may call itself Radio 99 even though 99 0 MHz is not an allowable FM broadcast frequency Important Warranty and Service Information Warranty Your sound system is warranted for three years or 36 000 miles 60 000 kilometers whichever comes first Consult your vehicle wa...

Page 155: ...red for the best performance and fuel economy For example you may notice that the transmission will upshift to a higher gear more quickly when the vehicle has not reached normal operating temperature The PCM also controls the transmission s Torque Converter Clutch TCC to further raise vehicle performance and fuel economy The TCC will engage when the transmission operating temperature and other con...

Page 156: ... can put the gearshift in any of the several positions The positions of the column mounted gearshift Transmission control switch located on the end of the gearshift lever RWARNING Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position If you do not hold the brake pedal down your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone 1996 ...

Page 157: ...in the OFF position 4 Apply the brake pedal and shift to N Neutral If the vehicle is shifted back to P Park you must repeat the previous steps 5 Start the vehicle If you need to shift out of P Park by using the alternate procedure described above it is possible that a fuse has blown and that your brakelamps may also not be functional Please refer to the chapter titled Servicing Your Ranger in this...

Page 158: ...note there is not a drive position on your gearshift indicator However you will find a transmission control switch labeled O D ON OFF located on the end of the gearshift lever Press this switch and the O D OFF indicator light will illuminate on the instrument cluster With overdrive cancelled and the O D OFF indicator light illuminated the transmission will operate in gears one through three This i...

Page 159: ...e system will automatically be in the normal overdrive mode When to use 2 Second Use 2 Second to start up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades This position provides 2 Second gear operation only When to use 1 Low Use 1 Low to provide maximum engine braking on steep downgrades Upshifts from 1 Low can be made by manually shifting to 2 Second or j Overdrive Selectio...

Page 160: ...e fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park With the transfer case in N Neutral the vehicle is free to move with either the automatic transmission in P Park or with the manual transmission in any driving gear RWARNING Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N Neutral position Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving t...

Page 161: ...foot Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock switch The starter will not crank until the clutch pedal is fully depressed Start the engine and allow it to idle for a few seconds Move the gearshift into 1 First or R Reverse To move the vehicle release the clutch slowly and at the same time press down slowly on the accelerator so that the vehicle accelerates Do not drive with your foot ...

Page 162: ...r vehicle to a complete stop Failure to do so may cause synchronizer teeth damage reducing the useful life of your transmission 3 Put the gearshift in Neutral and wait at least 3 seconds before shifting into R Reverse to prevent a grinding noise Do not release the clutch 4 Push the gearshift all the way to the right and pull it back into Reverse With the 5 speed transmission you can engage R Rever...

Page 163: ... the floor If R Reverse is not engaged continue to push the clutch pedal in while you put the gearshift back into Neutral Then release the clutch pedal for a moment and repeat steps 2 through 5 Upshifting downshifting Upshift and downshift at the speeds that are specfied in the charts 1996 ...

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Page 165: ...ged or worn clutch prolonged clutch slippage or downshifting at excessive speeds can result in a failure of the engine transmission or clutch components Transmission Function Upshift at the speeds specified in the chart All forward gears are synchronized allowing you to shift into them with your vehicle in motion The clutch pedal should be fully depressed when shifting NOTE Shifting during extreme...

Page 166: ...engine to help steer your vehicle If the amount of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed have the power steering system checked If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or left for more than five seconds if the engine is run...

Page 167: ...ngaging and disengaging 4WD and low range will depend on which system your vehicle has 4x4 Systems Lever Operated The lever operated transfer case can be placed into four positions The 2H position is the two wheel drive position in which power is delivered only to the rear axle The 4H position provides four wheel drive with power delivered to the front and rear axles for increased traction The 4L ...

Page 168: ... drive operation 4H or 4L on dry pavement is not recommended Operating the vehicle in four wheel drive on dry pavement will increase tire wear decrease fuel economy and make four wheel drive disengagement difficult for the transfer case 1996 ...

Page 169: ...the 4WD and the 4WD LOW lights are lit To shift from 2H to 4H Stop the vehicle and engage the manual locking hubs by turning both hub lock selector knobs clockwise to the LOCK position Move the transfer case shift lever straight back to the 4H position After both hubs have been turned to the LOCK position shifts between 2H and 4H or 4H to 2H may take place at any speed Locking hub positions NOTE D...

Page 170: ... a manual transmission Pull the transfer case shift lever to the left and shift the transfer case to the desired 4H or 4L position This shift should be with one continuous motion without pausing in the N position Pausing in the neutral position can result in gear clash and difficult shifting If while shifting between 4H and 4L the transfer case gets stuck in the N position or is difficult to shift...

Page 171: ... be necessary to let the vehicle roll slightly and or turn off the engine particularly on vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions 4WD Systems Select Drive Electric Shift The select drive electric shift system functions in three modes In two wheel drive mode power is delivered only to the rear axle at normal road speed The 4x4 HIGH position provides four wheel drive with power delivered to t...

Page 172: ...from Two Wheel Drive to 4WD High To shift into 4WD High rotate the 4WD switch located on the instrument panel to 4x4 High This shift can be done at a stop or at speeds up to 55 miles per hour 88 km h When the vehicle is driven the automatic locking hubs will engage If the vehicle is stopped while in 4WD and the vehicle direction is reversed from the previous direction the automatic locking hubs wi...

Page 173: ...automatic locking hubs operate the vehicle in two wheel drive in the opposite direction for approximately 10 feet 3 meters in a straight line For example If you were driving the vehicle forward in 4WD the automatic locking hubs will disengage the next time the vehicle is driven in reverse in two wheel drive for approximatedly 10 feet 3 meters in a straight line If you were driving the vehicle in r...

Page 174: ...nual transmission Rotate the 4WD switch on the instrument panel to 4x4 HIGH or 2WD It is not recommended to operate the vehicle in the 4WD modes with a temporary spare If 4WD operation is necessary do not operate at speeds above 10 mph or for distances above 50 miles Extended operation in 4WD with a temporary spare may result in damage to drivetrain components Driving Off Road with 4 Wheel Drive M...

Page 175: ...ound and they must be rolling not sliding or spinning Transmission upshift in 4WD with transfer case in 4WD LOW may be quite firm due to large total gear reduction This condition is normal Sand When driving over sand try to keep all four wheels of the vehicle on the most solid area of the trail Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain Apply ...

Page 176: ...nditions on the other side of a hill before driving over the crest When climbing a steep hill start in a lower gear rather than finding it necessary to downshift from a higher gear after the ascent has started This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling When descending a steep hill avoid sudden braking Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will help slow the vehicle and still main...

Page 177: ...hey do not require service other than periodic inspection for pad wear Rear Drum Brakes The rear drum brakes are self adjusting Automatic adjustment occurs when the brakes are applied while backing up If normal operation does not include much backing adjust the brakes when they seem low using the procedure under If Brakes Do Not Grip Well or Pedal is Low in this chapter Hydraulic Power Brakes The ...

Page 178: ...eful when braking Front brake lock up on any surface even on smooth pavement causes loss of steering control Heavy braking on roads with loose surfaces such as snow or gravel or severe pavement irregularities could also cause you to lose steering control of your vehicle RWARNING If the anti lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on while driving have the braking system checked by a qu...

Page 179: ...aster rate RWARNING The Anti lock system does NOT assist the vehicle in stopping quickly on wet or icy surfaces Heavy braking combined with poor road conditions could cause you to lose steering control of your vehicle Using anti lock brakes The operation of a vehicle with 4WABS is not similar to the operation of normal brakes Some differences exist and are listed below Apply the brake steadily In ...

Page 180: ...d a noise from the engine compartment This is part of the initial system check and is normal Should a malfunction in the 4WABS system occur the ABS light on the instrument cluster will come on and stay on indicating that the anti lock system has been shut down and the vehicle needs to be serviced Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is also illuminated NOTE It is important...

Page 181: ...g light to moderate stops does not affect the function of the brake system and is normal However if the squeal becomes louder or more frequent have your brakes inspected by your dealer or a qualified service technician RWARNING Modifications to the suspension spring rates and or vehicle ride height may adversely affect vehicle stopping ability If Brakes Pull Check tire pressure Perform the self ad...

Page 182: ...h your foot resting on the brake pedal This will increase your vehicle s stopping distance and may also cause brake damage RWARNING If you are driving down a long or steep hill shift to a lower gear Do not apply your brakes continuously as they may overheat and become less effective Using the Parking Brake The parking brake should be used whenever you park your vehicle The parking brake pedal is s...

Page 183: ...at the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or in 1 First manual transmission Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running If you do not take these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone With the transfer case in N Neutral the vehicle is free to move with either the automatic transmission in P Park or with the manual transmission in a...

Page 184: ... not be working properly The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle but you can use the parking brake to stop your vehicle in an emergency if the normal brakes fail However since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes the stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Driving Under Special Conditions Tips for Safe Driving...

Page 185: ...ditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components Speed limiter All models are equipped with a Powertrain Control Module PCM which limits the maximum engine speed and thus road speed in top gear Vehicle operation is normal since the controlled maximum speed is above posted highway speeds in...

Page 186: ...ssion when moving faster than 5 mph 8 km h RWARNING The rear antilock brake system may not prevent brake lock up on extremely slippery surfaces Rear brake lock up may also occur while driving in four wheel drive because the transfer case couples the front and rear axles together Traction Lok Rear Axle If equipped This axle provides added drive away traction on slippery surfaces particularly when o...

Page 187: ...icle moves slowly This helps to dry the brakes NOTE If the transmission and transfer case is submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary NOTE All rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 100 000 miles 160 000 km or if the axle has been submerged in water Otherwise the lube should not be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required Rocking ...

Page 188: ...ever be more than the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the respective axle The weight limits of your vehicle s tires affect the GVWR or GAWR limitations Usage of replacement tires with higher weight limits than originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may lower GVWR and GAWR limitations RWARNING If the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance C...

Page 189: ...Driving Your Ranger 189 Secure all items in cargo area to prevent them from falling out and creating a safety hazard on the roadway Cargo tie down holes 1996 ...

Page 190: ...r other material will not fit flat on the pickup box floor However support pockets in the pickup walls permit up to 500 lb 227 kg of this type cargo to be carried on crossbody mounted 2 x 6 5 x 15 cm boards styleside box only See illustration NOTE Four foot wide sheets will not fit flat on the Splash pickup box floor 1996 ...

Page 191: ...avier trailer applications refer to the towing information found later in this chapter Trailer Towing may require trailer tow option package Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your vehicle s engine transmission axle brakes tires and suspension For your safety and for the good of your vehicle use the right equipment for the type of trailer you tow Your trailer towing capability will vary bas...

Page 192: ...ading Towing Information Your vehicle s load capacity is designated by weight not volume so you cannot necessarily use all available space with large or heavy loads Maximum safe vehicle weights as well as tire rim sizes and inflation pressures are specified for your vehicle at the assembly plant on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The Certification Label is located on the left front door ...

Page 193: ...sly injured or killed RWARNING Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts RWARNING Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Each additional item of equipment affects how much cargo a vehicle can carry If a vehicle is overloaded performance will suffer and service concerns may arise 1996 ...

Page 194: ... Certification Label and an explanation of how this information should be used Safety Compliance Certification Label Do not use the sample numbers on the Safety Compliance Certification Label shown Use the actual numbers from your vehicle certification label 1996 ...

Page 195: ...el coolants lubricants emergency tools spare wheel and tire It also includes any equipment that is standard on that model It does not include passengers cargo or optional equipment installed by factory dealer aftermarket supplier or customer Payload Payload is the combined maximum allowable weight of cargo occupants and optional equipment that the truck is designed to carry It is Gross Vehicle Wei...

Page 196: ...ension components are under severe strain and that vehicle handling is impaired There is more to carrying a load than just payload or GVWR Your Safety Compliance Certification Label not only gives the GVWR it also gives the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR which is the carrying capacity for each axle system For trucks the rear axle will be designed to carry more weight than the front The rating is ba...

Page 197: ...mbined Weight Rating GCWR is the maximum combined weight of the towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the loaded trailer The GCWR is specified by the manufacturer to indicate the combined maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is designed to tow Maximum Trailer Weight Rating The maximum trailer weight rating is the maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow It is speci...

Page 198: ...rtification Label and the Trailer towing specifications in the owner guide refer to the Index Refer to the following sample illustration to locate the various ratings on your Safety Compliance Certification Label If you do not plan on pulling a trailer do not include these ratings into your calculations Weigh your vehicle as you customarily operate the vehicle without cargo Subtract the total weig...

Page 199: ...s excessive have your vehicle weighed at a highway weigh station or appropriate commercial facility Weigh the total vehicle and trailer if applicable then separately weigh the vehicle at the front and rear wheels And finally weigh the trailer separately if applicable 1996 ...

Page 200: ...200 Use this chart to perform your calculations NOTE The Truck Safety Compliance Certification Label has two weight related entries that sometimes cause confusion 1996 ...

Page 201: ...he effect of reducing the load on the front Keep in mind that the GAWR F GAWR R nor the GVWR should ever be exceeded Total Accessory Reserve Capacity in Pounds kgs If for example this value is given as 112 pounds 51 kgs does this mean that you are limited to adding 112 pounds 51 kgs of accessories to your vehicle Not exactly This is a number that is related to government crash test standards and o...

Page 202: ...iance Certification Label is exceeded your vehicle may be damaged or you may lose control and injure someone RWARNING Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage transmission axle damage structural damage loss of control and personal injury Use the Safety Compliance Certification Label to find the axle code number and the engine type for your v...

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Page 213: ...body structure Use a frame mounted weight distributing hitch for trailers over 2 000 lb 907 kg Do not install a single or multi clamp type bumper hitch or a hitch which attaches to the axle Underbody mounted hitches are acceptable if installed properly Follow towing instructions of a reputable rental agency Whenever a trailer hitch and hardware are removed make sure all mounting holes in the under...

Page 214: ...considered abuse If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch ball position a frame mounted trailer hitch must be installed Safety Chains Always use safety chains between your vehicle and trailer Cross chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners Connect safety chains to the vehicle frame or hook retainers Never attach chains to the bumper Trailer Brakes Separate trailer...

Page 215: ...fire Driving while you tow Be especially careful when driving while you tow a trailer Never drive faster than 45 mph 70 km h when you tow in hilly country on hot days Also anticipate stops so that you can brake gradually If you use the speed control while you are towing on very long steep grades the speed control may shut off When towing a trailer in hilly terrain with a vehicle equipped with a 4R...

Page 216: ...y with someone outside at the rear of your trailer to guide you Place your hand at the bottom of the steering wheel and move it in the direction you want the rear of the trailer to swing Slight movement of the steering wheel results in a much larger movement of the rear of the trailer Allow more room for stopping with a trailer attached Trailer brakes should be applied first whether manually or au...

Page 217: ...de However if you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels as follows Apply the brake pedal and hold Have another person place the wheel chocks under the trailer wheels With the chocks in place release the brake pedal making sure the chocks are holding For automatic transmissions apply the parking brake by pressing the service brake pedal down firmly with your right foot ...

Page 218: ...ave been designed and tested to provide both safe predictable performance whether loaded or empty as well as durable load carrying capability Any modifications to the suspension or steering systems can reduce your vehicle s performance capability and adversely affect driver and passenger safety Ford recommends that you DO NOT make modifications such as adding or removing parts like lift kits stabi...

Page 219: ...rself when charging a battery always shield your face and eyes Make sure that you can breathe fresh air RWARNING Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a battery could cause acid to spill Lift the battery with a carrier or with your hands on the opposite corners RWARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin eyes and clothing If the acid touches someone s skin eyes or cloth...

Page 220: ... batteries in series or a 24 volt generator set 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle You could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle Make sure the vehicles do not touch each other Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminal...

Page 221: ...ck for the negative ones 2 Connect the other end of the first cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 3 Connect one end of the second cable to the negative s terminal of the booster battery NOT to the discharged battery 4 Connect the other end of that cable to a good metallic surface on the engine or frame of the disabled vehicle The following illustration shows where you can find a ...

Page 222: ... the vehicle starts If the vehicle does not start after several attempts there may be a different problem 3 When both vehicles are running let them idle for a few minutes to charge the discharged battery Removing jumper cables 1 Always remove the jumper cables in the reverse order Remove the negative s end of the jumper cable from the metallic surface on the engine or frame of the disabled vehicle...

Page 223: ... speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Park on a level spot turn off the ignition set the parking brake and turn on the hazard flashers The Conventional Spare Tire If you have the conventional spare tire you can use it as a spare or as a regular tire This spare tire is identical to the other tires that come with your vehicle although the wheel...

Page 224: ... never run the engine with one wheel off the ground such as when changing a tire Extended use of other than matching size spare tires on a Traction Lok axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to the driver When you drive with the temporary spare tire DO NOT exceed 50 mph 80 km h under any cir...

Page 225: ...ecause the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire it reduces the ground clearance Your vehicle may get caught in the rails and it could be damaged Spare Tire Location The spare tire for your vehicle is stowed at the rear under the frame Spare tire stowage 1996 ...

Page 226: ...ench through the eye of the bolt 3 Raise channel to hinge and line up the bolt hole 4 Install bolt and tighten with the wrench NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with P265 75R15 AT tires or P235 75R15 AT tires do not stow a flat or inflated full size tire in the spare tire carrier The carrier is designed to hold the temporary spare which comes with your vehicle The stowage of a full size tire in the...

Page 227: ...with manual locking hubs put transfer case lever in 2H 4H or 4L When one of the back wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park or 1 First To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block the wheel both directions that is diagonally opposite o...

Page 228: ...28 Jack handle location and installation The jack and lug nut wrench are stowed behind the passenger s seat The jack handle is stowed under the hood on the radiator support Jack stowage Jack stowage 1996 ...

Page 229: ...ament 4 Loosen the wheel nuts by pulling up on the handle of the lug nut wrench about one half turn counterclockwise Do not remove the wheel lug nuts until you raise the tire off the ground 5 Insert the jack handle into the jack and use the handle to slide the jack under the vehicle RWARNING To avoid injury never run the engine with one wheel off the ground such as when changing a tire Removing an...

Page 230: ...30 Front axle jacking point c Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is a maximum of one inch off the ground Rear axle jacking point NOTE Do not use the differential housing as a lift point 1996 ...

Page 231: ...ing the tire 2 Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench 3 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire 4 Thread the lug nuts on the wheel studs with the beveled face toward the wheel Use the lug nut wrench to screw the lug nut snug against the wheel but do not tighten 5 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 6 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown...

Page 232: ...e jack and wrench away Make sure jack is securely fastened so it does not rattle when you drive 9 Unblock the wheels NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with P265 75R15 AT tires or P235 75R15 AT tires do not stow a flat or inflated full size tire in the spare tire carrier The carrier is designed to hold the temporary spare which comes with your vehicle The stowage of a full size tire in the spare tir...

Page 233: ...osened RWARNING Failure to retighten wheel lug nuts at mileages specified could allow wheels to come off while the vehicle is in motion The Fuel Pump Shut off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or if you have had a collision the fuel pump shut off switch may have been triggered The shut off switch is a device that stops the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial...

Page 234: ... 4x4 The recommended method to tow your Ranger is with flatbed or wheel lift equipment However slingbelt towing is acceptable Ranger without rear bumper The recommended method to tow your Ranger is with flatbed or wheel lift equipment However slingbelt towing is acceptable Be sure to remove the undervehicle spare tire before attaching slingbelt towing equipment 1996 ...

Page 235: ... tell the operator what kind of vehicle you have A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 1996 ...

Page 236: ... km h Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km If a distance of 50 miles 80 km or speed of 35 mph 56 km h will be exceeded you must Disconnect the driveshaft at the rear differential and properly support it under the vehicle Mark the driveshaft and axle flanges to ensure proper position when reconnecting the driveshaft Refer to service manual for proper driveshaft fastener torque specification See the A...

Page 237: ... Set the manual locking hubs in the FREE position Maximum speed is 55 mph 88 km h unlimited distance 4 x 4 Electric shift transfer case Release the parking brake Place the transmission gearshift in the neutral position Ensure the transfer case is in 2H and the hubs are unlocked NOTE Both the 4WD and 4WD Low indicator lights in the instrument panel will be off when the 4WD switch is in 2WD For auto...

Page 238: ...sions Maximum speed is 55 mph 88 km h unlimited distance Limited vehicle operation such as driving the vehicle while at a campsite can be accomplished with the rear driveshaft removed by using the front drive to propel the vehicle To operate the vehicle in this condition you must follow the following guidelines Place the transfer case in 4WD by rotating 4WD switch to 4WD HIGH Drive the vehicle onl...

Page 239: ...ff when the transfer case is in 2WD After 2WD is selected the front hubs must be unlocked by moving the vehicle in reverse direction for a minimum of ten feet Confirm the front hubs are unlocked by inspecting the front drive shaft to verify it does not turn when the vehicle is towed In addition to the above guidelines it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer ...

Page 240: ... cover the following Mount your spare if you have a flat tire Jump start your battery if it is dead Unlock your vehicle if you are locked out Bring you fuel if you run out Tow your vehicle if you are stranded Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing and repossession How to use Roadside Assistance Your Roa...

Page 241: ...k to the service manager at the dealership or if you still are not satisfied talk to the owner or general manager of the dealership In most cases you will have your concern resolved at this level If you are away from home when your vehicle needs to be serviced or if you need more help than the dealer gave you contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership that may be ...

Page 242: ...ly The Dispute Settlement Board is a voluntary independent dispute settlement program available free to owners or lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures and or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and without incurrin...

Page 243: ...ental to a service or product complaint being reviewed Items not covered by your warranty Alleged liability claims Property damage where such damage is significant when compared to the economic loss alleged under the warranty dispute Cases currently in litigation Vehicles not used primarily for personal family or household purposes NOTE Complaints involving vehicles on which applicable express wri...

Page 244: ...complaint and based on the available information arrive at a fair and impartial decision Decisions are based on the written statements and any oral presentations made by each of the involved parties Because the Board usually meets only once a month some cases will take longer than 30 days to be reviewed The Board will make every effort to resolve each case within 40 days after it receives the cust...

Page 245: ...ing the file number assigned to your application and the local Board address At the same time your dealer and Ford Motor Company representative are asked to submit statements To review your case properly the Board needs the following information legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders that relate to the case the year make model and vehicle identification number VIN the dat...

Page 246: ...should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor ...

Page 247: ...e Please have the following information available when contacting the Customer Assistance Centre your telephone number both business and home your Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your owner card and or your vehicle ownership license the year and make of your vehicle the date purchased the name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located the current mileage on your vehicl...

Page 248: ...formal environment These impartial Arbitrators review the positions of the parties make decisions and where appropriate render awards to resolve disputes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces except Quebec For more information without charge or obligation call your ...

Page 249: ...e back into the U S if you use leaded fuel If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write to If you are in other foreign countries contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you they can direct you to the appropriate For...

Page 250: ... accessories have been engineered specifically to fulfill your automotive needs They are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your Ford built vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigid engineering and safety specifications That is why Ford brand accessories are warranted for up to 3 years or 36 000 miles...

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Page 252: ...h FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified technician NOTE Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed For example when operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall In addition such systems may themselves be damaged or their operation...

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Page 256: ... Record booklet This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to check and service regularly If your vehicle needs professional servicing your dealership can provide the parts and service required Check your Warranty Information Booklet to find out which parts and services are covered Also see the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner Guide Ford Motor Company recommends that the O...

Page 257: ...on Never get under a vehicle while it is supported only by a jack If you must work under a vehicle use safety stands Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly To find out how the engine does this see Battery in this chapter Wor...

Page 258: ...ock the wheels When the transfer case is in the N Neutral position the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline Therefore the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P Park or the manual transmission is in gear Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N Neutral position 2 Block the wheels This will prevent your vehicl...

Page 259: ...essure on the hood lift the hood latch handle located in the opening between the hood and upper portion of the grille near the center to your left as you face the front of the vehicle 3 Disconnect the hood support from the retaining clip on the radiator support and place it into the slot marked PROP in the underside of the hood 1996 ...

Page 260: ... hood To close the hood raise it so that the support rod comes away from the slotted hole in the hood Place the support rod in its retaining clip and close the hood with enough force to make it latch Be sure to oil the hood latch every six months to maintain smooth operation Always attempt to lift the hood after closing to be sure it is securely latched 1996 ...

Page 261: ... the following types of engines A 2 3 Liter EFI I 4 twin plug engine or A 3 0 Liter SEFI V 6 engine or A 4 0 Liter SEFI V 6 engine The following pages show diagrams of each engine type and where to find items that you should regularly service 1996 ...

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Page 265: ...ate sealed parts and assemblies causing damage or malfunctions In order to avoid possible cracking of the engine block or fuel injection pump do not spray a hot engine or injection pump with cold water The alternator coils and air intake must be covered Covering these components will help prevent water damage Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running Water getting into the engine may caus...

Page 266: ...3 4 of a turn until a hissing sound is heard Wait until the hissing sound stops and then continue rotating counterclockwise to remove the fuel cap Make sure that you follow the above fuel cap removal instructions and use caution Such caution will minimize the possibility of fuel spraying during removal of the fuel cap 3 Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and put the nozzle all the way inside th...

Page 267: ...il it stops before completely removing the cap You may occasionally hear and or feel a slight thump occurring one or two seconds after a gentle stop This is normal and generally occurs with the fuel tank 3 4 full It is caused by the wave action of the fuel within the tank A venting fuel tank is not an abnormal condition It may be caused by Too volatile a fuel for the weather conditions The service...

Page 268: ...than 87 At service stations the octane rating is displayed in a label on the pumps Typical octane rating label In some parts of the country regular grade fuels are sold with octane ratings of 86 or even less especially in high altitude areas We recommend that you do not use these fuels Always use a fuel with an octane rating of 87 even if it is sold as a midgrade or premium Do not be concerned if ...

Page 269: ...an Using a high quality fuel makes your vehicle more responsive and maintains its good fuel economy and emissions by minimizing deposits in fuel injectors combustion chambers and on intake valves assuring quick starting and smooth warm up protecting the fuel system from vapor lock in very hot weather which causes the engine to hesitate or stall and makes restarts difficult protecting your fuel sys...

Page 270: ...ates We encourage you to use these fuels Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels RWARNING Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled Gasoline and other automotive fuels are extremely flammable Turn your vehicle off and do not smoke while refueling your vehicle Keep sparks and other sources of ignition away from fuels Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal...

Page 271: ...im to fresh air and seek medical attention Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin When refueling be careful not to splash fuel on yourself or your clothing If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water Fuels can cause severe eye irritation and possibly eye damage If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact ...

Page 272: ... the efficiency of your vehicle and can be calculated as Miles Per Gallon MPG or Liters Per 100 Kilometers L 100K To calculate fuel economy 1 Fill the tank completely and record the initial odometer reading 2 Every time you buy fuel record the amount in gallons or liters purchased 3 After at least three to five tankfuls fill the fuel tank and record the final odometer reading 4 Divide the total nu...

Page 273: ...y Fuel economy is affected by a number of variables which can reduce efficiency You can improve fuel economy by understanding these variables and minimizing their effect The following decrease fuel economy Lack of regular scheduled maintenance Excessive speed Rapid acceleration and excessive speed Driving with your foot on the brake Sudden stops Extended engine idling Using speed control in hilly ...

Page 274: ...ent oils Oils labeled API SA SB SC SD SE SF or SG Additional engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments Engine oils with an SAE 5W 30 viscosity are PREFERRED for your vehicle They provide the best engine performance fuel economy and engine protection for all climates down to 15 F 25 C Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and of the preferred viscosity may be used in your engine ...

Page 275: ... brake making sure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park or 1 manual transmission 3 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 4 Locate the engine oil dipstick highlighted in yellow and carefully pull it out of the engine 5 Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position making sure it is fully seated Engine oil dipstick 6 Carefully pull the dipstick out again If the oil level is ...

Page 276: ... engine oil Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow To add oil remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil into the opening Be careful not to overfill the engine Recheck the oil level after you finish adding oil Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter Change the engine oil and oil filter per the following whichever occurs first Refer to the Maintenance Schedule an...

Page 277: ...cle at the beginning of this chapter Your vehicle s engine coolant protects the engine from overheating in the summer and from freezing in the winter Check the level of the engine coolant at least once a month but preferably each time you stop for fuel Simply look at the engine coolant recovery reservoir located in the engine compartment To locate this reservoir see the diagram of your vehicle s e...

Page 278: ...u remove the radiator cap 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the cap and turn it slowly counterclockwise to the first stop 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn and remove cap 5 Stand away from the radiator opening Hot steam may blow out or hot engine coolant may even splash out Adding engine coola...

Page 279: ...the next few times you drive the vehicle If necessary add enough of a 50 50 mixture of coolant and water to bring the liquid level to the fill line on the reservoir RWARNING Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot If you must remove the coolant recovery cap follow these steps to avoid personal injury caused by escaping steam or engine coolant 1 Before you remove th...

Page 280: ...d the warranty of your vehicle s engine cooling system Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers use recycled engine coolant produced by Ford approved processes Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE M97B44 A and use of such coolant may harm engine and cooling system components Always dispose of used ...

Page 281: ...oose clamps before adding or replacing engine coolant Make whatever repairs or replacements that are necessary using Motorcraft parts or their equivalents Engine Coolant Drain and Flush To drain your vehicle s engine coolant 1 Turn off the engine and let it cool Fully depressurize the engine cooling system by covering the radiator cap with a thick cloth and turning it slowly counterclockwise to th...

Page 282: ... with a thick cloth and cautiously remove it Step back while the pressure releases 5 Finally check the radiator and add more engine coolant if needed following the procedures noted above Reinstall the radiator cap securely when finished 6 If more engine coolant is necessary fill the overflow reservoir to the appropriate level marked on the bottle Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers Washer Fluid Che...

Page 283: ...le Organic Compounds VOC s may restrict use of the most common antifreeze methanol Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades and windshield washer system If you choose to use a windshield washing solution that must be mixed follow the manufacturer s mixing instructions...

Page 284: ...your wipers on Wait for them to reach a vertical position and turn the ignition to the OFF position Do not move the wipers manually Manually moving the wipers across the windshield may damage them Wiper blade replacement If the wipers still do not work properly after you clean them you may need to replace the wiper blade assembly or the blade When replacing the wiper blade assembly blade refill or...

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Page 286: ...ted speed limits RWARNING Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components At least once a month check the pressure in all your vehicle s tires including the spare Use an accurate tire pressure gauge Check the tire pressure when tires are cold that is after the vehi...

Page 287: ...obble or shimmy will eventually damage the wheel bearings Front wheel bearings require periodic repacking and adjustment as specified in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet Loose or worn front wheel bearings tend to let the vehicle wander or shimmy and can eventually cause excessive tire wear Whenever a wheel is removed and then re installed always remove any corrosion that may be present ...

Page 288: ...nd rear tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them at the mileage shown in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet which came with your vehicle Rotate the tires according to the following diagram If you notice that the tires wear unevenly have them checked If your light truck has a temporary spare tire do not include...

Page 289: ...abel Tighten wheel lug nuts to the required torque specification and retighten again after 500 miles 800 km If your vehicle has aluminum wheels you may demount the full size non temporary spare tire if so equipped and remount on an aluminum wheel to rotate the spare tire into your vehicle s rotation pattern Rebalance the wheel 1996 ...

Page 290: ...or improved ride Before you begin to repair a tire mark the wheel and tire so that they are properly aligned when remounted This will ensure that the tires will continue to give you the same ride level RWARNING When replacing full size tires never mix radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the tire pressure decal Make sure that all tires are the same size ...

Page 291: ...than approved for your vehicle by Ford Ranger 4x4 P235 265 Tire and Wheel Usage RWARNING Do not use P235 75R15 All Season tires For Ranger 4x4 Regular Cab vehicles P235 75R15 All Terrain tires are acceptable only on 15x7 inch wheels RWARNING Do not use P265 75R15SL tires on the Ranger 4x4 108 inch wheelbase The P265 75R15SL All Terrain tires are acceptable only on the 114 inch and 125 inch wheelba...

Page 292: ...o follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier to lose control and roll over Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer 1996 ...

Page 293: ...294 Tire identification chart RWARNING Use of aftermarket wheel assemblies may damage your vehicle or cause accidents resulting in serious injuries 1996 ...

Page 294: ...e chains when using a temporary spare For full size tires use chains on the tires only in an emergency or if the law requires them where you live When you use the tire chains Make sure the chains are the right size for your tires Use only SAE Class S chains Other types may damage your vehicle Tire chains may scratch or chip aluminum wheels IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TIRE CHAINS ARE INSTALLED ON STEEL ...

Page 295: ... the first opportunity after using them on snow and ice Do not use the chains on dry roads Make sure your suspension insulation and bumpers are not missing or worn to avoid damage to your vehicle Cleaning the Wheels Wash the wheels with the same detergent you use to wash your vehicle s body Do not use acid based wheel cleaners steel wool abrasives fuel or strong detergents These substances will da...

Page 296: ...Battery replacement If your original equipment battery requires replacement under warranty it may in some cases be replaced by a Motorcraft low maintenance battery The low maintenance battery has removable vent caps for checking the electrolyte level and for adding water if needed NOTE If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is re installed after the battery is replaced Check your battery ...

Page 297: ...ead battery you must allow the computer to relearn its idle conditions before your vehicle will idle at its best To let the engine do this apply the parking brake put the gearshift in Park automatic transmission or Neutral manual transmission turn off all the accessories and start the vehicle Let the engine idle for at least one minute If you do not let the engine relearn its idle the idle quality...

Page 298: ...swallows the acid have him or her drink lots of milk or water first then Milk of Magnesia a beaten egg or vegetable oil Call a doctor immediately RWARNING Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a battery could cause acid to spill Lift the battery with a carrier or with your hands on the opposite corners Automatic Transmission Fluid Under normal driving conditions automatic transmissio...

Page 299: ...start the engine and move the transmission shift selector through all of the gear ranges allowing sufficient time for each position to engage Securely latch the transmission shift selector in the P Park position fully set the parking brake and leave the engine running NOTE Vehicles equipped with the 4x4 option must have the 4x4 shift selector in any position other than neutral If in neutral the ve...

Page 300: ...stamped on the dipstick Before adding any fluid be sure that the correct type will be used Add fluid in 1 2 pint 25L increments through the filler tube to bring the level to the correct area on the dipstick If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician NOTE Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s standards for dispos...

Page 301: ...er in this chapter 2 Replace the filler plug in its original position making sure it is fully seated The Clutch The clutch on your vehicle is automatically self adjusting and should not require any routine service During normal operation the fluid level in the clutch reservoir will slowly rise If for any reason the fluid level drops maintain the fluid level at the step in the reservoir body If it ...

Page 302: ...ication will be necessary at the intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet Your vehicle may be equipped with a constant velocity or double cardan joint at the transfer case end of the driveshaft The front driveshaft double cardan joint may be fitted with a flush type grease fitting that requires an adapter to permit proper lubrication Lubricate the drive joint according to the...

Page 303: ... be at or near the MAX mark RWARNING Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Get medical attention if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Get medical attention immediately If the fluid is low carefully clean and remove the cap from the reservoir Fill the reservoir to the MAX line with Ford High Performance D...

Page 304: ...level of the power steering fluid at least twice a year i e every Spring and Fall Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid 1 Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid reaches normal operating temperature The power steering fluid will be at the right temperature when the engine coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster is near the center of the NORMAL operating temper...

Page 305: ... in your vehicle The fluid level should be between the arrows in the FULL HOT range which is marked on the side of the dipstick opposite the side marked FULL COLD Do not add fluid if the level is within the FULL HOT range Power steering dipstick Power steering reservoir 1996 ...

Page 306: ...ow add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until you reach the FULL HOT range Do not overfill 6 When you are finished put the dipstick back in and make sure that it fits snugly Use only power steering fluid that meets Ford specification such as MERCONH Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent 1996 ...

Page 307: ...ld force power steering fluid out from the reservoir cap or in extreme cases it could unseat the cap Fuses Fuses protect your vehicle s electrical system from overloading If electrical parts in your vehicle are not working the system may have been overloaded and blown a fuse Before you replace or repair any electrical parts check the appropriate fuses The following charts tell you which fuses prot...

Page 308: ...Servicing Your Ranger 309 Fuse panel located left side of instrument panel 1996 ...

Page 309: ...310 Fuses and their location 1996 ...

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Page 312: ...NG Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Ford recommends that high current fuses be replaced by a qualified technician RWARNING Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs A blown high current fuse may be replaced but will continue to blow until the cause of the overload condition is corrected RWAR...

Page 313: ...tment mounted on a bracket attached to the left fender apron To access the fuse panel remove the fuse panel cover by inserting your finger in the divot and pulling on the cover The underside of the cover contains four spare fuses A fuse pulling tool is located in the lower right corner of the fuse panel in case you need to replace a blown fuse The spare fuses for your vehicle are color coded as fo...

Page 314: ... the right amperage rating see previous chart RWARNING Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire 5 Put the fuse panel cover back on Even after you replace a fuse it will continue to blow if you do not find what caused the overload If the fuse continues to blow have your electr...

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Page 316: ...sher turn signals license plate lamp fog lamps The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your vehicle s high beams when you do not have the high beams on the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see clearly at night the headlamp beams are pointed substantially away from a position slightly down and to the right 1996 ...

Page 317: ...ic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated NOTE If the bulb is accidently touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used Do not remove the burned out bulb unless you can immediately replace it with a new one If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time contaminants may enter the headla...

Page 318: ...de of the bulb s plastic base facing upward insert the glass end of the bulb into the socket You may need to turn the bulb left or right to line up the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the socket When the grooves are aligned push the bulb into the socket until the plastic base contacts the rear of the socket 2 Slip the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts the rea...

Page 319: ...screws retaining rear lamp to vehicle 2 Remove rear lamp 3 Remove socket from lamp 4 Remove bulb from socket Installing the tail lamp bulb 1 Install tail lamp bulb in socket 2 Install socket to lamp 3 Install lamp to vehicle 4 Install four 4 lamp retaining screws 1996 ...

Page 320: ...Servicing Your Ranger 321 Replacing the tail lamp bulb 1996 ...

Page 321: ...322 Bulb Specifications 1996 ...

Page 322: ...aust emission requirements To make sure that the catalytic converter and the other emission control parts continue to work properly Use only unleaded fuel Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the services listed in your Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet performed according to the specified schedule 1996 ...

Page 323: ... engine light or the temperature warning light These sometimes indicate that the emission system is not working properly Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine Changes that cause more unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can increase the temperature of the engine or exhaust system By law anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervise...

Page 324: ...a legal requirement to pass an Inspection Maintenance I M test of the On Board Diagnostic OBD II system If the vehicle s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced the OBD II system is reset to a not ready for I M testing condition To prepare for I M testing the law specifies a need for additional mixed city and highway driving to complete the check of the OBD II system As soon as all...

Page 325: ...rive modes of the following OBD II Drive Cycle 1 Start the engine Drive or idle in neutral the vehicle for 4 minutes 2 Idle the vehicle in drive neutral for automatic transmissions for 40 seconds 3 Accelerate the vehicle to 45 mph 72 km h for manual transmissions upshift from 1st to 5th gear but hold in 2nd for at least 5 seconds at 1 4 to 1 2 throttle for 10 seconds 4 Drive the vehicle with a ste...

Page 326: ...te steady state throttle drives 7 Accelerate the vehicle up to between 45 and 60 mph 72 97 km h manual transmissions upshift to 5th gear This should take approximately 8 seconds 8 Drive vehicle and hold the throttle steady at the selected speed between 45 and 60 mph 72 97 km h manual transmissions use 5th gear for approximately 5 minutes 9 Drive the vehicle for 5 minutes at varying speeds between ...

Page 327: ...328 Refill Capacities Motorcraft Parts and Lubricant Specifications 1996 ...

Page 328: ...Servicing Your Ranger 329 1996 ...

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Page 330: ...Servicing Your Ranger 331 Lubricant Specifications 1996 ...

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Page 333: ...otect against rust and damage Body Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt grease oil tar or mud from exterior surfaces rear wheel housing and underside of front fenders Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations Touch up raw or primed metal to prevent rust Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent discoloration Re wax as necessary when the vehicle ...

Page 334: ...uel may deteriorate due to oxidation This can damage rubber and other polymers in the fuel system and may also clog small orifices Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days Follow the instructions on the label The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system A volatile corrosion inhibitor add...

Page 335: ...ake sure brakes and parking brake are fully released Tires Maintain recommended air pressure Miscellaneous Make sure all linkages cables levers and clevis pins under vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust Move vehicles at least 25 feet 8 m every 15 days to lubricate working parts and prevent corrosion 1996 ...

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Page 347: ...0 tone generator 31 34 wearing safety belts 26 Air cleaner filter location 262 specifications 330 Alarm activating remote personal 104 Antenna radio see Electronic sound system 127 152 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 278 Anti lock brake system ABS description 177 noise 179 see also Brake 177 Anti theft system arming the system 107 description 107 disarming an untriggered system 108 disarming a trigg...

Page 348: ...acid treating emergencies 219 298 battery saver 107 charging system warning light 62 disconnecting 222 how to service 297 jumping a disabled battery 219 maintenance free 297 proper disposal recycling 298 replacement specifications 330 servicing 297 voltage gauge 62 64 when storing your vehicle 336 Brake fluid brake warning light 56 checking and adding 304 description 304 specifications 331 Brakes ...

Page 349: ...cle 336 Brake shift interlock 157 Break in period 5 Brights high beams 67 88 Bulbs replacing 317 halogen 318 headlamps 318 C Canada customer assistance 248 Canada warranty information 3 Carbon monoxide in exhaust 50 Car seats for children see Child safety seats 36 Cassette tape player see Electronic sound system 133 149 Catalytic converter 323 Chains tires 295 Changing a tire 223 Charging system g...

Page 350: ...ty belt 57 Circuit breakers see also fuses 308 Cleaning your vehicle chrome and aluminum parts 6 engine compartment 266 exterior 6 exterior lamps 82 fabric 121 headlamps 82 instrument panel 7 74 interior 121 interior lamps 84 mirrors 122 plastic parts 7 polishing 6 rustproofing 6 safety belts 25 tail lamps 82 upholstery and interior trim 121 washing 6 waxing 6 wheels 296 Climate control system 74 ...

Page 351: ...s instrument panel 73 mirrors 122 power seat 120 steering column 87 Convenience kit in cargo area 225 Coolant see Engine coolant checking and adding 278 drain and flush 282 preparing for storage 335 refill capacities 283 specifications 331 temperature gauge 68 warnings 278 Cooling fan 258 Crankcase emission filter 330 Cruise control see Speed control 93 Customer Assistance Centre Ford of Canada 24...

Page 352: ... 303 Driving under special conditions bad weather 185 heavy load 188 high speed 185 high water 187 slippery roads 185 tips for safe driving 184 towing a trailer 191 E Electrical system fuses 308 314 operating when the engine is off 41 power point outlet 126 relays 315 Electronic sound system accessory delay 41 radio reception 152 tuning the radio 130 146 warranty and service information 154 Electr...

Page 353: ...ngine starting 44 fuel pump shut off switch 48 preparing to start 44 service points 262 starting 41 45 starting after a collision 48 storing your vehicle 334 Engine block heater 47 Engine coolant checking and adding 278 checking hoses 282 disposal 258 278 301 drain and flush 282 preparing for storage 335 recovery reservoir 262 refill procedure 283 specifications 331 temperature gauge 68 Engine coo...

Page 354: ...4 F Fan engine fan avoiding injury 258 Federal Communications Commission 154 Flashers hazard 90 Flashing the lamps 88 Flat tire 223 Foglamps 81 Ford Dispute Settlement Board 243 Ford Extended Service Plan 4 Ford Motor Company of Canada 248 Ford of Canada Customer Assistance Centre 248 Foreign registration 249 Four Wheel Drive vehicles description 167 driving off road 174 lever operated 167 special...

Page 355: ...unning out of fuel 273 safety information relating to automotive fuels 271 storing your vehicle 335 treating emergencies 271 Fuel cap removing 266 replacing 266 268 Fuel filler door override manual 267 remote release 266 Fuel filter specifications 330 Fuel gauge 67 Fuel pump shut off switch engine does not start 48 starting after a collision 48 Fuse panels 308 instrument panel 314 power distributi...

Page 356: ...gine coolant temperature gauge 68 engine oil pressure gauge 65 fuel gauge 67 odometer 70 speedometer 70 tachometer 71 trip odometer 71 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating calculating 198 definition 188 196 driving with a heavy load 188 location 188 196 Gearshift automatic operation 156 column mounted 156 floor mounted 162 gearshift override 157 locking the gearshift 41 positions 156 162 shifting the gea...

Page 357: ... alignment 317 cleaning 82 daytime running lights 82 flashing 88 high beam 88 replacing bulbs 317 turning on and off 80 warning chime 67 Head restraints 112 High beams 88 indicator light 67 operation 80 88 Hitch 213 Hood latch location 260 lubrication specifications 331 release lever 260 working under the hood 258 Horn 92 Hoses checking 282 Update Wed May 1 13 58 05 1996 ...

Page 358: ...36 Instrument cluster 53 mechanical 56 Instrument panel lighting up panel and interior 83 location of components 73 registers 74 Interval wipers 88 J Jack operation 227 229 positioning 227 229 storage 225 Jump starting your vehicle attaching cables 221 disconnecting cables 222 K Keys key in ignition chime 42 positions of the ignition 41 removing from the ignition 43 stuck in lock position 41 Updat...

Page 359: ...acing bulbs 317 trailer 215 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 87 Lights warning and indicator air bag 58 brake 56 charging system 62 check engine 60 engine oil pressure 65 hazard warning light 90 high beam 67 oil pressure 65 overdrive off 62 safety belt 57 service engine soon 60 turn signal indicator 87 Load limits GAWR 188 GVWR 188 trailer towing 192 Lubricant specifications 331 Lug nuts stan...

Page 360: ...linder brakes 304 Methanol in fuel 271 Mileage calculating fuel economy 273 Mirrors dual electric remote control 122 rearview 122 side view mirrors 122 side view mirrors power 122 Motorcraft parts 330 N National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 247 New vehicle break in 5 O Octane rating 269 Odometer description 70 trip odometer 71 Off road driving 4 wheel drive 174 Oil filter 277 330 Oil see ...

Page 361: ...er door locks 102 Power features door locks 102 mirrors 122 seats 120 windows 109 111 Power point electrical outlet 126 Power steering dipstick 305 driving with power steering 166 fluid checking and adding 305 fluid specifications 331 servicing 166 Prop rod hood 260 R Radio see Electronic sound systems 127 Rear anti lock brakes 178 description 178 Rear axle lubricant specification 331 traction lok...

Page 362: ...ild 34 head 112 infant 34 36 Roadside assistance 241 Roadside emergencies 219 Rotating the tires 289 S Safe driving tips 184 Safety belts see Safety restraints 9 Safety chains when towing a trailer 214 Safety defects reporting 247 Safety information relating to automotive fuels 271 Safety restraints adjusting the safety belts 11 14 21 automatic locking mode retractor 13 cleaning the safety belts 2...

Page 363: ...the seat manual 112 adjusting the seats power 120 child safety seats 36 cleaning upholstery 121 head restraints 112 reclining the seat 112 seatback release 112 Serial number VIN 242 Service concerns 242 Servicing your vehicle 257 precautions when servicing 258 servicing when you tow 234 Shift lock system 157 Shift positions see Gearshift 156 162 Shoulder and lap belts see Safety restraints 9 11 Sh...

Page 364: ...ol accelerating 96 canceling a set speed 98 resetting 96 resuming a set speed 98 tap up tap down 96 when towing a trailer 215 Speedometer 70 Starting your vehicle preparing to start your vehicle 44 starting a cold engine 46 starting after a collision 48 starting a warm engine 46 starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled 219 Steering power 166 Steering wheel horn 92 locking 41 speed controls...

Page 365: ...ing 291 rotating 289 snow tires and chains 295 spare tire 223 225 storing your vehicle 336 tire grades 291 treadwear 291 wear bands 291 wheel and tire matching 295 Towing a trailer see Trailer towing 191 Towing your vehicle using wheel dollies 234 with a tow truck 234 Traction control 186 289 Traction lok rear axle 186 289 Trailer Towing 191 Trailer towing calculating maximum trailer weight 198 sa...

Page 366: ...une up specifications VECI 325 Turn signal indicator lights 87 lever 87 U Used engine oil disposal 258 278 301 V Variable interval wipers 88 VECI Vehicle Emission Control Information decal 325 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 242 Vehicle loading 192 calculating the load 198 understanding loading information 188 Vehicle storage 334 Ventilating your vehicle see Climate control 74 Viscosity see Engi...

Page 367: ...r fluid rear window reservoir 283 reservoir 283 windshield 283 Weight limits GAWR GVWR 188 Wheel and tire matching 295 Wheel bearings lubricant specifications 331 Wheel dollies see Towing 234 Wheels cleaning 296 covers 227 229 inspection and maintenance 287 lug nuts 227 replacement 295 Windows manual windows operating 109 one touch down 111 power windows operating 109 111 Update Wed May 1 13 58 05...

Page 368: ...hield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 283 checking and replacing wiper blades 285 liftgate reservoir 283 operation 88 reservoir 283 specifications 284 331 variable interval wipers 88 Wrecker towing 234 Update Wed May 1 13 58 05 1996 ...

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