Ford 2000 Ranger- User Manual

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Check engine Your vehicle is equipped with acomputer that monitors the engine’semission control system. Thissystem is commonly known as theOn Board Diagnostics System (OBDII). This OBD II system protects the environmen...

The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after theengine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may bemalfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concernbeing noted. The v...

Fuel reset (if equipped) Illuminates when the ignition key isturned to the ON position and thefuel pump shut-off switch has beentriggered. For more information,refer to Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter. Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when theignition is turned...

Turn signal Illuminates when the left or rightturn signal or the hazard lights areturned on. If one or both of theindicators stay on continuously orflash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter. High beams Illuminates when the high...

Check gage (if equipped) Illuminates when the engine coolanttemperature is high, the engine oilpressure is low or the fuel gauge isat or near empty. The ignition mustbe in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will alsoilluminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position. Refer ...

Safety belt warning chime Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safet...

vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added willbe less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel. The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle thefuel filler door is located. Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of theengi...

Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. Odometer Registers the total kilometers(miles) of the vehicle. Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) ofindividual journeys. To reset,depress the control. 10 MPH 20 50 60 70 30 40 80 90 km/h 0 0 0 10 1 00 1 20 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 40 60 80 100 120 14...

Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressurein the system. Sufficient pressureexists as long as the needle remainsin the normal range (the areabetween the “L” and “H”). If the gauge indicates low pressure,stop the vehicle as soon as safelypossible and switch off the engineimmediately...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second positionto also turn on the headlamps. Foglamp control (if equipped) Turn on the low-beam headlampsand press the foglamp control toactivate the foglamps. The foglampcontrol will illumi...

Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate andrelease to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlampand parklamp operation. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. • Rotate to full up position (pastdetent) to turn on interior lamps. CLIM...

• Remove any snow, ice or leavesfrom the air intake area (at thebottom of the windshield underthe hood). • Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects canblock airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield.Also, avoid placing small objects on top of your instrumen...

Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflowto the inside of the vehicle. The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes exceptand . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher. Since the air conditioner removes...

• (Floor)-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below theoutside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate inthis mode. • (Floor and defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts a...

AUXILIARY POWER POINT The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel. This outletshould be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional electricalaccessories. PASSENGER AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH This switch must be used todeactivate the passenger air bagwhenever a child seat is used...

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM AM/FM Stereo Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. 1 2 3 4 AM/FM SEEK TONE CLK TUNE TONE VOL 12 FM ST DX VOL PUSH ON VOL PUSH ON VOL PUSH ON Controls and features 26

Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with four station memory preset controls. Thesecontrols can be used to select up to four preset AM stations and eightFM stations (four in FM1 and four in FM2). Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control....

Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers. Press the TONE control three times,then use the volume knob to adjustthe desired level. Speaker fade adjust (if equipped) Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Press the TO...

To set the minute, press and holdthe CLK control until CLOCK SETappears in the display and press theTUNE control: • to decrease minutes and • to increase minutes. The CLK control will allow you toswitch between media display mode(radio station, stereo information,etc.) and clock display mode (time)....

Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM s...

Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode. Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold thecontrol to move through thefrequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or ...

Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,indicating the station is held i...

Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radiomode, press the TAPE AMScontrol. Automatic Music Search The Automat...

selection). The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMScircuit senses a blank section on the tape. In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature, the tape MUSThave a blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs. Rewind The rewind control works in tapemode. ...

Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle betweenlistening frequencies and clockmode while in radio mode. To set the hour, press and hold theCLK control and press the SEEKcontrol: • to decrease hours and • to increase hours. To set the minute, press and holdthe CLK control and press theTUNE control: • t...

Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works inradio and CD modes. AM/FM select in...

• Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement. Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to select the previous disc in the CD changer. (Play willbegin on the first track of thedisc unless the CD changer is in...

Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. CD select • To begin CD play (if CD[s] areloaded), press the CD control.The first track of the disc willbegin playing. After that, CD playwill begin where it stopped last. Rewind The rewind control works in CD mode....

Compression feature Compression adjust brings soft andloud CD passages together for amore consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust. Shuffle feature (if equipped with CD changer) The shuffle feature operates in CDchanger mode only and plays allt...

Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on thetape. (The tape scans in a forward direction. At the end of the tape’sfirst side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of thetape.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control...

Starting autoset memory preset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. Press the AUTO control. 3. When the first six strong stationsare filled, the station stored inmemory preset control 1 will startplaying. If there are less than six strongstations available on the frequencyband, ...

The CLK button will allow you toswitch between media display mode(radio station, stereo information,etc.) and clock display mode (time).When in clock mode, the mediainformation will display for 10seconds, when the radio is turnedon, and then revert to clockinformation. Anytime that the mediais chang...

• Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when notbeing played. Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radioand Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequenciesAM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable ...

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling at orabove 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare winding, slippery, or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neu...

You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speedcontrol usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle tothe previously programmed set speed. To set a lower set speed • Press and hold CST/COAST.Release the control when thedesired speed is reached or • Press and...

To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal or • Depress the clutch pedal (ifequipped). Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed. OFF ON Controls and features 58

To return to a previously set speed • Press RES/RSM/RESUME. ForRES/RSM/RESUME to operate,the vehicle speed must be fasterthan 48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light (if equipped) This light comes on when either theSET ACC/SET ACCEL or RES/RSM/RESUME controls are pressed. Itturns off when the speed contro...

When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission willautomatically return to normal (Overdrive) mode. For additional information about the gearshift lever and the transmissioncontrol switch operation refer to the Automatic Transmission Operation section of the Driving chapter. TILT STEE...

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper controlto the desired interval, low or highspeed position. The bars of varying length are forintermittent wipers. When in thisposition rotate the control upwardfor fast intervals and downward forslow intervals. Push (tap) the end of the st...

One touch down • Press AUTO completely down andrelease quickly. The driver’swindow will open fully. Depressagain to stop window operation. One touch down can be deactivatedduring operation by pushing up onthe power window control. POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press the top of the control tounlock ...

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with avariety of console features. Theseinclude: • Utility compartment withcassette/compact disc storage • Cupholders • Coin holder slots • Flip up armrest • Removable utility bag (ifequipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects...

Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock thedriver’s door. The interior lamps willilluminate. Press the control a second timewithin five seconds to unlock alldoors. Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. To confirm all doors are closed andlocked, press the control a secondti...

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment. Replacing the battery The transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium batteryCR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to ...

Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lostand you would like to remove itfrom the vehicle’s memory, or youwould like to purchase additionalremote transmitters and have themprogrammed to your vehicle: • Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer forprogramming, or • Pe...

other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check tomake sure the encoded ignition key is an approved Ford encodedignition key. Spare SecuriLock y keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLock y passive anti-theft system. Refer to Programming spare S...

Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) Turn the lumbar support controlclockwise to increase firmness. Turn the lumbar support controlcounterclockwise to increasesoftness. REAR SEATS Center facing jump seat (2 door SuperCab) (if equipped) To open, pull inboard...

Center facing jump seat (4 door SuperCab) (if equipped) To open, pull seat assembly down,then raise seatback. To stow the seat, fold seat backdown and raise seat assembly to thefully upright position. Do not install a child seat ina center facing jump seat. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precau...

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a seat belt. Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the...

When to use the automatic locking mode • Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old andunder should be properly restrained in the rear seat wheneverpossible. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Se...

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate thevehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. After any vehicle collision, the seat belt system at all outboardseating posi...

• Regular Cab and 4–door SuperCab • 2–door SuperCab To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the heightadjuster down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the heightadjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked inplace. Position the shoulder b...

Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt (if equipped) The lap belt does not adjust automatically. The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around thehips, not around the waist. Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingf...

The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around thehips, not around the waist. If you need to lengthen the belt, unfasten it and repeat the procedureabove. To unfasten the belt, push in the release button prior to opening the reardoor. Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt ...

One time disable Anytime the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignitionON cycle, Belt Minder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only. Deactivating/activating the belt minder feature Read steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming proc...

6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable Belt Minder if it is currently enabled, or enable BeltMinder if it is currently disabled. 7. Confirmation of disabling Belt Minder is provided by flashing thesafety belt war...

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches) between an occupant’s chest and the driver air bag module. Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Never...

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal deceleration. The fact that the air bags did notinflate in a collision does not meanthat something is wrong with thesystem. Rather, it means the forceswere...

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unlessserviced, the system may not function properly in the event of acollision. Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles(including pretensioners) For dispo...

If the light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag switchis in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercurydealer immediately. In order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch, alwaysremove the ignition k...

The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seatingpositions have been specifically designed to function together with the air bags in certain types of crashes. When you turn OFF yourair bag, you not only lose the protection of the air bag, you also mayreduce the effectiveness of your ...

Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only) 1. Infant: An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because: • my vehicle has no rear seat; • the rear seat in my vehicle cannot accommodate a rear-facing infantseat; or • the infant has a medical condition which, according to ...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags. Important child restraint precautions You are required by...

Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder beltseating positions 1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt. An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you mustuse a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all t...

Attaching safety seats with tether straps Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap thatgoes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoringpoint. Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory.Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for i...

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. Thissystem meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standardrequirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radionoise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the a...

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly. If a light fails toilluminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the key to 5 (START)without pressing the acceleratorpedal and release as soon as theen...

3. If the temperature is below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does notstart in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10seconds and try again. If the engine does not start in two attempts, pressthe accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold. Turn the key toSTART position. 4. When...

If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions 1. Press the accelerator pedal 1/3 to 1/2 of the way to floor and hold. 2. Turn the key to START position. 3. When the engine starts, release the key, then release the acceleratorpedal gradually as the engine speeds up. 4. If the engine s...

Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaustfumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle,have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you ...

BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduledmaintenance guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate aperformance concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normaloperation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or int...

With the ABS light on, the anti-lockbrake system is disabled and normalbraking is still effective unless thebrake warning light also remainsilluminated with parking brakereleased. (If your brake warning lamp illuminates, have your vehicleserviced immediately.) Using RABS • In an emergency, applying ...

ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does notilluminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, theABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lockbrak...

The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that thegearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual t...

If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any ofthe following: • underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • high crown in center of road • high crosswinds • wheels out of alignment • loose or worn components in steering linkage PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles h...

Use extra caution while becoming familiar with your vehicle. Know thecapabilities and limitations of both you as a driver and your vehicle. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift le...

If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) To put your vehicle in gear, start the engine, depress the bra...

(Overdrive) The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transmission controlswitch on the gearshift lever. The transmission control indicatorlight (TCIL) will illuminate on theinstrument cluster....

1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximumengine braking on steepdowngrades. Upshifts can be madeby shifting to 2 (Second) or to(Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) athigher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear, and willshift to 1 (Low) after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed. Force...

To return to (Overdrive) mode, press the transmission control switch. The TCIL will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automaticallyreturn to normal (Overdrive) mode. 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up onslippery roads or to provideadditional engine ...

3. Put the gearshift lever in N (Neutral). 4. Start the engine and let it idle for a few seconds. • Put the gearshift lever in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 5. Release the clutch slowly while pressing gradually down on theaccelerator pedal. • Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal. Do n...

Recommended shift speeds Upshifts when accelerating (for best fuel economy) Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped) 4H 4L 1 - 2 14 km/h (10 mph) 5 km/h (4 mph) 2 - 3 32 km/h (22 mph) 11 km/h (9 mph) 3 -4 50 km/h (33 mph) 19 km/h (13 mph) 4 - 5 (Overdrive) 71 km/h (41 mph) 27 km/h (17 mph) U...

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. When Four–wheel drive (4WD) is engaged, power is supplied to all fourwheels through a transfer case. 4WD power can be selecte...

Shifting from 2WD (2WD high) to 4X4 HIGH (4WD high) Move the 4WD control to the 4X4HIGH position. • At temperatures below 0°C(32°F), shifts from 2WD to 4X4HIGH should not be performedabove 72 km/h (45 mph). Do not shift into 4X4 HIGH withthe rear wheels slipping. Shifting from 4X4 HIGH (4WD high) to...

Shifting from 4X4 LOW (4WD low) to 2WD (2WD high) 1. Bring the vehicle to a stop. 2. Depress the brake. 3. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) or depressthe clutch (manual transmission). 4. Move the 4WD control to the2WD position. Shifting between 4X4 HIGH (4WD high) and 4X4 ...

Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction onsnow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when startingfrom a full stop. When braking, apply the brakes as you normally would. In order to allowthe anti-lock brake system (ABS) to operate properly, keep steadypressure ...

Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on thecertification label. Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than theoriginals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWRlimitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals donot increase the GVWR a...

Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailerweight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of control, and personal injury. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. S...

Trailer tow connector Color Function Comment 1. Dark Green Trailer righthand turn signal Circuit activated when brakepedal is depressed or whenignition is on and right hand turnsignal is applied. 2. Yellow Trailer left handturn signal Circuit activated when brakepedal is depressed or whenignition is...

• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should be no more than 10–15% of theloaded trailer weight. • After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check yourhitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When stopped in traffic for ...

Recreational towing Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational towing. Anexample of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind amotorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that yourtransmission is not damaged. 4x2 and 4x4 vehicles equipped with manual transmissio...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers acomplimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separatefrom the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the Basic warranty period (Canada) o...

FUSES AND RELAYSFuses If electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check the appropriatefuses before replacing any electricalcomponents. Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperagerating. U...

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the lefthand side of the instrument panelfacing the driver’s side door. Pull thepanel cover outward to access thefuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover. 1 234 5 678 9 1 01 11 2 13 14 15 16 17 18 1...

Power distribution box The power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systemsfrom overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses. Always replace the cover to ...

Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the followinglocations: Tool Location Spare tire Under the vehicle, just forward of the rearbumper Jack, jack handle, wheel nut wrench Regular Cab: behind seats and underneath thejack and tools cover SuperCa...

2. If equipped, unlock and removethe spare tire carrier lock from therear access hole located just abovethe rear bumper and below thetailgate. 3. Insert the straight end of the jackhandle into the rear access holelocated just above the rear bumperand below the tailgate. Forward motion will stop andr...

4. If your vehicle is equipped with P265/75 R15 AT tires, do not stow aflat or inflated full size spare tire in the spare tire carrier. The flat fullsize tire should be stowed and tied down in the pickup box bed until itcan be repaired. 5. If removed, install the spare tire carrier lock on the acces...

To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not put any part of your body under thevehicle while changing a tire. Donot start the engine when yourvehicle is on the jack. The jack isonly meant for changing the tire. • Never use the differential as ajacking point. 7. Remove the wheel lug nuts with the lu...

Do not attempt to push start your vehicle. Automatictransmissions do not have push-start capability. Preparing your vehicle 1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electrical system. 3. Park the bo...

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s eng...

Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-)terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts ofboth engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump st...

2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle’s battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has notapproved a ...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide a Scheduled Maintenance Guide which makes trackingroutine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can providenec...

3. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 4. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from movin...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.5L I4 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 3. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Power distribution box 7. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmi...

ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervalsfor checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into theoil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure t...

• If the oil level is below the ADDmark or MIN mark, add enoughoil to raise the level within theADD-FULL range or MIN-MAXrange. • Oil levels above the letter F in FULL or the MAX mark may causeengine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by aservice technician. 7. Put the indicator back i...

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for gasoline engines by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). Motor oil displaying the API certification trademark will meet allrequirements for your vehicle’s engine. Ford oil specificatio...

BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked andrefilled as needed. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guide forthe service interval schedules. 1. Clean the reservoir cap beforeremoval to prevent dirt or waterfrom entering the reservoir. 2. Visually inspect the fluid leve...

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) Check the clutch fluid level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guidefor the service interval schedules. During normal operation, the fluid level in the clutch reservoir shouldremain constant. If the fluid level drops, refill the fluid level to the stepin the reservoir. U...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with a symbol. If the level is low, add enough fluidto fill the reservoir. In very coldweather, do not fill the reservoir allthe way. Only use a washer fluid that me...

A 50/50 mixture of distilled water and Ford Premium Engine Coolant provides: • maximum cooling system efficiency. • freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F). • boiling protection up to 129° C (265° F). • protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • an accurate temperature readout from th...

Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use enginecoolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. Adding engine coolant Use only Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (inCanada, Motorcraft CXC-10) or a premium engine coolant thatme...

Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold c...

operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hotweather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking. 1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operatingtemperature. 2. Park the vehi...

The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at ambient temperature(10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]). High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe rangemay result in transmission failure.An overfill condition of transmissionfluid may cause shift and/orengagement concerns and/orpossible damage. High fluid ...

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Fluid level should be at bottom ofthe opening. 4. Add enough fluid through thefiller opening so that the fluid levelis at the bottom of the opening. 5. Install and tighten...

Checking and adding transfer case fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the ...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check thebattery electrolyte level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide forthe service ...

• If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idlequality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idletrim is eventually relearned. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the bat...

Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition. 2. Turn the blade at an angle fromthe wiper arm. Push the lock pinmanually to release the blade andpull the wiper blade down towardthe windshield to remove it from ...

SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has beenparked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km (3miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on theCe...

• Five tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, orbias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same s...

Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or largersize tires. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect thehandling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may al...

• The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicledamage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle whenusing snow tires and chains. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cau...

Ethanol is more chemically active than gasoline. It corrodes some metalsand causes some plastic and rubber components to swell, break down orbecome brittle and crack, especially when mixed with gasoline. Specialmaterials and procedures have been developed for flexible fuel vehiclesand the dispensers...

3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on thefiller pipe. 5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops. If the “Service Engine Soon/Check Engine” indicator comes on and stayson when you start the engine,...

gasoline. “Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended (particularlyin the United States) because it may cause these problems to becomemore pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician. FFV engine Your FFV will operate well on ordinary “Regular” unleaded ga...

Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified servicetechnician. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for theappropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damage t...

• Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing thesame direction each time you fill up. • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consist...

• Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may wastefuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 88 km/h [55 mph] uses 15%less fue...

• Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first12–16 km (8–10 miles) of driving. • Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared todriving on hilly terrain. • Transmissions give their best fuel economy ...

5. Remove the bulb retaining ring byrotating it counterclockwise (whenviewed from the rear) to free itfrom the bulb socket, and slide thering off the plastic base. Keep thering to retain the new bulb. 6. Without turning, remove the oldbulb by gently pulling it straightback out of the lamp assembly. ...

Replacing front side marker bulbs 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove two screws from thelamp assembly. 3. Disengage lamp assembly (it hasa snap fit). 4. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb by pullingrearward. 5. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise about 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove from lamp assembly....

Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs The tail lamp/turn/backup lampbulbs are located in the sameportion of the tail lamp assembly,one just below the other. Follow thesame steps to replace either bulb: 1. Open the liftgate to expose thelamp assemblies. 2. Remove the four screws and thelamp asse...

Replacing high-mount brakelamp and cargo lamp bulbs The replacement of the high-mount brakelamp bulb and cargo lamp bulbis basically the same. This procedure covers the high-mount brakelampbulb. To remove the brakelamp assembly: 1. Remove the two screws and lampassembly from vehicle. 2. Remove the b...

CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the Customer Assistance chapter for a list of Ford-approvedcleaners, polishes and waxes. Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly withcold or lukewarm water. Never usestrong detergents or soap. If yourvehicle is particularly dirty, use aquality c...

recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield asdescribed in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield. Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired withthe Ultra Touch Prep and Finishing Kit (#F7AZ-19K507–BA), LacquerTouch-up Paint (#ALBZ-19500–...

Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, (E4AZ-19C507–AA), available from yourFord Dealer. Do not use abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause scratches. The windshield or rear window is clean if beads do not formwhen you rinse it with water. The windshield, rear window and wiperblades should be cleane...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2.5L I4 engine 3.0L FFV V6engine 4.0L V6 engine Air filterelement FA-1658 FA-1658 FA-1658 Fuel filter FG-1002 FG-1002 FG-1002 Battery BXT-59 BXT-59 BXT-59 Oil filter FL-400S FL-400S FL-1A PCV valve EV-227 EV-130 EV-225 Spark plugs* AWSF-32F** AGSF-22PP*** AGSF-22PP*...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Transmissionfluid 1 MotorcraftMERCON t ATF 5-speed manual 2.65L(2.8 quarts) 2 MotorcraftMERCON t V ATF 4x2 vehicles withautomatic and 2.5LI4 engine 9.4L(9.9 quarts) 3 4x2 vehicles withautomatic and 3.0Lor 4.0L V6 engine 9.5L(10.0 quarts) 3 4x4 vehicles withau...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Front axlelubricant Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant 4x4 Vehicles 1.7L (3.6 pints) Rear axlelubricant 5 Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant All 2.4-2.5L(5.0-5.3 pints) Windshieldwasher fluid Ultra-ClearWindshieldWasherConcentrate All ...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Front axle(4X4) Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A Rear axle Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant 1 XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A Brake fluid andclutch fluid (ifequipp...

Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Transmission/steering/parkingbrake linkagesand pivots,brake and clutchpedal shaft,clutch pilotbearing and.input shaftspline (manualtransmission). PremiumLong-Life Grease XG-1-C orXG-1-K ESA-M1C75-B Power steeringfluid, transfercase fl...

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicledimensions Regular CabShort WheelBase (SWB) mm(in) Regular CabLong WheelBase (LWB)mm (in) Supercab mm(in) (1) Overalllength 4 763 (187.5) 5 093 (200.5) 5 153 (202.9) (2) Overallwidth 1 785 (70.3) 1 785 (70.3) 1 785 (70.3) (3) Overallheight 4x2/4x4 1 575 (62.0) /1 655 (65.2)...

Ford Extended Service Plan You can get more protection for your new car or light truck bypurchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESPis an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Companyor Ford Motor Service Company (in the U.S.) and Ford of Canada (inCanada). ...

If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with the service youare receiving, follow these steps: 1. Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at yourselling/servicing dealership. 2. If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved, contact the SalesManager or Service Manager at t...

dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing statecreated rights or other rights which are independent of theMagnuson-Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws. THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. only) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party ar...

Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warrantyhas expired at receipt of your application and, in certain states eligibilityis dependent upon the customer’s possession of the vehicle. Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the uniquebrochures for Calif...

• a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford MotorCompany • the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at thedealership(s) • a description of the action you expect to resolve your concern You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does notqualify for Bo...

You may also contact the North American Customer Assistance Center at1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952 orby writing to the Center at the following address: Ford Motor CompanyCustomer Assistance Center16800 Executive Plaza DriveP.O. Box 6248Dearborn, Michigan 48121 U...

The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion maydamage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may causeengine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford ofCanada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improperfuel. In the United States, ...

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in additionto notifying Ford Motor Company. If NHTSA receives similar compl...

Air bag supplementalrestraint system ..........................84 and child safety seats ..............85description ................................84disposal ......................................88driver air bag ............................86indicator light ......................10,87operation .....

capacity ...................................209choosing the right fuel ...........189comparisons with EPA fueleconomy estimates .................195detergent in fuel .....................191filling your vehiclewith fuel ....................186,188,192filter, specifications .........192,209fuel pump ...

air bag ........................................10anti-lock brakes (ABS) .....10,108anti-theft ...................................11brake ..........................................10charging system ........................11check coolant ............................12check engine ......................

Item Information Required fuel Refer to 9 Octane recommendations 9 in the Maintenance and care chapter. Fuel tank capacity (Regularcab-Short wheel base) 62.4L (16.5 gallons) Fuel tank capacity (Regularcab-Long wheel base) 75.7 (20.0 gallons) Fuel tank capacity (SuperCab) 73.8L (19.5 gallons) Engine ...