This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your vehicle’s Owner’s Guide,
which contains more detailed information concerning the features of your vehicle and
important safety warnings to help reduce the risk of injury to you and your occupants.
Always read your entire Owner’s Guide carefully when first learning about your vehi-
cle and consult the appropriate section when questions arise.
Ford Motor Company
Customer Relationship Center
16800 Executive Plaza Drive
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, Michigan 48121
(800) 392-3673
July 2002
First Printing
Quick Reference
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Fan Speed Control
– Rotate the
knob to adjust the volume of air circu-
lated in the vehicle.
Temperature Control
– Rotate the
knob to adjust the temperature of the
airflow inside the vehicle.
A/C
(if equipped)
– Uses outside air to
cool the vehicle. Airflow will be from
the instrument panel registers. The air
conditioning will only function if the
outside temperature is about 6°C
(43°F) or higher.
Panel
– Distributes outside air
through the instrument panel
registers. The air will not be cooled
below the outside temperature
because the air conditioning does
not operate in this mode.
Panel and Floor
– Distributes out-
side air through the instrument panel
registers and the floor ducts. Heating
and air conditioning capabilities are
provided in this mode.
Floor
– Distributes outside air through
the floor ducts. The air will not be
cooled below the outside temperature
because the air conditioning does not
operate in this mode.
Floor and Defrost
– Distributes out-
side air through the windshield
defroster ducts and the floor ducts.
Heating
and air conditioning capabilities are
provided in this mode.
Defrost
– Distributes outside air
through the windshield defroster ducts.
It can be used to clear ice or fog from
the windshield.
Max A/C
(if equipped)
–
Max A/C is the
best way to cool off fast
because it
uses recirculated air and less power to
quickly cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is
noisier than A/C, but more economical
and efficient. This mode can also be
used to prevent undesirable odors
from entering the vehicle. The air
conditioning will only function if the
outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F)
or higher.
Volume/Power Control
– Press the
control to turn the audio system on
or off. Turn the control to raise or
lower the volume.
AM/FM Select
– In radio mode,
press to select AM or FM frequency
bands. In tape and CD modes, press
to stop play and begin radio play.
Seek Function
– In radio mode,
press to find the next listenable
station up or down the band. In tape
mode, press to move to the next/
previous selection on the tape.
In CD mode, press to select the
next/previous track on the disc.
Tune Adjust
– In radio mode, press
to move to the next frequency up
or down the band.
Scan Function
– In radio mode,
press to hear a sampling of all
listenable stations. In tape and
CD modes, press to hear a brief
sampling of all selections.
Tape Direction Select
– Press to
play the alternative side of the tape.
Tape/CD Select
– To begin tape
play while in radio or CD mode,
press the tape control. To begin
CD play, press the CD control.
Autoset Memory Preset
–
Select AM, FM1, or FM2 band,
then press AUTO to activate autoset
memory preset, which allows you
to set strong radio stations without
losing your original manually set pre-
set stations. Press again to deacti-
vate autoset.
Setting the Clock
– Press and
hold CLK and then press SEEK to
set the hour. Press and hold CLK
and then press TUNE to set the
minute.
Select
– Press to adjust sound
output and distribution after
selecting BASS, TREB, BAL
or FADE.
Setting Memory Preset Stations
– Select AM, FM1 or FM2 band,
then select a station. Next, press
and hold a numbered control until
the sound returns.
AM/FM Select
– In radio mode,
press to select AM or FM frequency
bands. In CD mode, press to stop CD
play and begin radio play.
Scan Function
– In radio mode,
press to hear a sampling of all
listenable stations. In CD mode,
press to hear a brief sampling of
all selections.
Setting the Clock
– Press and hold
CLK and press SEEK to set the hour.
Press and hold CLK and press TUNE
to set the minute.
Eject Function
– Press to stop and
eject a CD.
Compression Feature
–
Compression adjust brings soft and
loud CD
passages together for a more
consistent listening level. Press
COMP to activate and deactivate
compression adjust.
PREMIUM DUAL-MEDIA RADIO
(if equipped)
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Volume/Power Control
– Press the
control to turn the radio system on
or off. Turn the control to raise or
lower the volume.
CD Select
– Press to begin CD play.
The first track of the disc will begin
playing. After that, CD play will begin
where it stopped last.
Seek Function
– In radio mode,
press to find the next listenable
station up or down the band. In CD
mode, press to move to the next/
previous track on the current disc.
Tune Adjust
– In radio mode, press
to the next frequency up or down
the band. If your vehicle is equipped
with a CD changer, press this control
to select the next/previous disc in
the changer.
Setting Memory Preset Stations
–
Select AM, FM1 or FM2 band, then
select a station. Next, press and
hold a numbered control until the
sound returns.
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RANGER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Fuel Tank Capacity
– Regular-cab vehicles with a short wheel base have a 16.5-gallon tank, while
regular-cab vehicles with a long wheel base have a 20-gallon tank. The fuel tank of SuperCab
vehicles can accommodate 19.5 gallons of gasoline. All Rangers are designed to use "Regular"
unleaded gasoline with pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 for optimum performance. Flex fuel 3.0L
engines are capable of using up to an 85% ethanol blend in any combination with "Regular"
unleaded gasoline. The use of gasoline with lower octane ratings may degrade performance.
Tire Pressure
– Your tire pressure is properly set at the dealership according to the recommended
specifications found on the Certification Label located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.
Proper tire pressure is very important for a smooth and safe ride.
Please check your tire
pressure during routine maintenance and seasonal changes.
Fuses
– If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown.
For more information about changing a fuse, please consult your Owner’s Guide.
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
– After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump
shut-off switch may have to be reset. The switch is located in the passenger’s foot well, by the
kick panel. For complete details on resetting your fuel pump shut-off switch, please consult your
Owner’s Guide.
Changing the Tires
– If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead,
gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place
on the side of the road. Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. Some spare tires are for limited
service use only. Limited service spare tires are labeled as such.
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
Roadside Emergencies
– To fully assist if you should have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a
complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. The service is available 24 hours, seven days a week for the Basic Warranty period
(Canada) or New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (U.S.) of three years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles).
Roadside assistance will cover:
Changing a flat tire
Jump-starts
Limited fuel delivery
Lock-out assistance
Towing of your vehicle
Roadside Assistance Centers
Country
Phone Number
United States
(800) 241-3673
Canada
(800) 665-2006
For complete details on any roadside assistance concern, see the Roadside Emergencies
section or the Customer Assistance section in your Owner’s Guide.
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Location
Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper
Regular Cab:
behind seats and underneath the jack and tools cover
Two-door SuperCab:
stowed in the passenger-side rear cab
compartment or behind the jump seat in a separate tool bag
Four-door SuperCab:
stowed behind the front seats, between the jump
seats and underneath the jack and tools cover
In the glove box
Item
Spare Tire
Jack, Jack Handle,
Wheel Nut Wrench
Key, Spare Tire Lock (if equipped)
