Ford 2005 Ranger v.1- User Manual

Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for EmissionsDefect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a detailed descriptionof what is covered and what is not covered, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. Service Data Recording Serv...

Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passen...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

re-installed fuel filler cap depending on driving and fuel tanklevel conditions. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the...

Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or nearempty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position andany door is open. Overdrive off (if equipped): Illuminates when the overdrivefunction of the transmission hasbeen tur...

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and thedriver’s door is opened. Door ajar warning chime: Sounds when any door is opened (or not fully closed). GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. ...

AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED) 1. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands. 2. CLK: Press until SELECT HOUR / SELECT MINS appears.Press AUDIO to adjust the hours/minutes.Press CLK to display the time when the ignition is off. 3. AUDIO: Press AUDIO to toggle through the following modes anduse / ...

your original manually set preset stations.When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the systemwill store the last one in the remaining presets. Bass: Press MENU to decrease/increase the bass setting. Tre...

Autoset: Press MENU to access the autoset setting. Allows you to setthe strongest local radio stationswithout losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Use MENU to set.When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1will begin playing. If there are ...

PREMIUM/AUDIOPHILE IN-DASH CD6/MP3 DISC PIONEER AUDIOSYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands. 2. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already in the system, the discwill start playing. 3. EJ (CD eject): Press to eject the CD. Press and hold to eject all CDs. 4. CL...

10. Compression (Audiophile audios only): In CD/MP3 modes, press to bring loud and softpassages together for a more consistent listening level. 11. REPEAT: Press to repeat the current CD/MP3 track. The selectionwill repeat continuously untildeactivated. Press REPEAT again to deactivate. 12. FF (Fast...

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may notfunction correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregularshaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, an...

14. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to returnto the playing media. 15. REW (rewind): Press to manually reverse a CD track. 16. SEEK: In radio, CD and MP3 flat file mode, press / to access the previous/next strongstation or track. In MP3 directory mode, press to select the next/pre...

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, theweaker the signal and the weaker the reception. • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences,traffic lights and thunderstor...

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may notfunction correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregularshaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, an...

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in thevehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief d...

OPERATING TIPS • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with theair flow selector in the OFF position. • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selec...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Foglamp control (if equipped) The foglamps can be turned onwhen the ignition is in the ONposition and the headlamp control isin either of the following...

High beams Push the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel and all applicableswitches in the vehicle d...

HEADLAMP AIM ADJUSTMENT The headlamps are designed to be mechanically aimed, but can also beaimed visually by doing the following: 1. Park your vehicle on a levelsurface about 25 feet (7.6 meters)away from a vertical plain surface(3). Check your headlamp alignmentat night or in a dark area so thatyo...

5. Locate the vertical adjuster foreach headlamp. Adjust the aim byturning the adjuster control eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise (to adjust up). 6. In addition to the horizontal linemarked in step 2, a pair of verticallines (5) must be marked at thecenter line of the headlamps on ...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Map lamp-Regular Cab(if equipped) 1 904 1 904 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulb...

5. Remove the old bulb by pulling itstraight out of the lamp. Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out ofchildren’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb tobreak the next time the headlamps are operated. In...

3. Remove screw(s) from lampassembly and disengage lampassembly (it has a snap fit). 4. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromlamp assembly. 5. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofsocket and push in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket in lampassembly by turning clockwise. Install the...

Replacing tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and the openthe tailgate to expose the lampassemblies. 2. Remove the four screws and thelamp assembly from vehicle. 3. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise turn and removefrom lamp assembly. 4. Carefully pull ...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers(from desired interval to low or highspeed position); rotate towards youto decrease the speed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single s...

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. When closing the power windows, you should verify they are freeof obstruc...

FOLD-AWAY MIRRORS Pull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash. SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30 mph (48 km/h)or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speedcontrol does not work a...

• Depress the brake pedal or theclutch pedal (if equipped) untilthe desired vehicle speed isreached, press the SET + control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off thespeed control: • Press the speed control OFFcontrol. • Turn OFF the ignition. Note: When you turn off the speed co...

such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when appropriately used, particularly in emergencysituations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communicationsequipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited...

KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency. Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your dealer suppliedkeys, replac...

To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THEFRONT HOUSING OF THEREMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circu...

To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle iselectronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from the 2 (LOCK)position to 3 (OFF). 4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within10 seconds) between the 3 (OFF)position and 4 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in ...

SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Adjusting the front manual seat ...

60/40 seat (if equipped) To gain access to the storagecompartment in your armrest (ifequipped), lift the latch to open lid. The 60/40 seat cupholder (ifequipped) is detachable forcleaning. • Firmly grasp the bottom of thecup holder and pull up. To re-attach: • Slide the cupholder over the two pins l...

To return seat to original position, slide the seat bottom back, then pushthe seatback up to lock it in place. The seat will lock, and you will haveto use the release bar to move the seat back to the original position. REAR SEATS Center facing jump seat (2 door SuperCab) (if equipped) To open, pull ...

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should al...

This mode should be used any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front seat. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion ...

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checkedaccording to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly couldincrease the r...

• 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 safety bel...

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position... The safety belt warning lightilluminates 1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8seconds. The driver’s safety belt is buckledwhile the indicator light isilluminat...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rareevents” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare” events,even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the BeltMinder feature please follow the directions stated below. One time disable Any time the safety belt is buc...

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety beltassembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) pr...

Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide. Never place a rearward facing child safety restraint in front of anactivated airbag. Airbags have been known to kill or injure children in front facing child safety restraints. ...

Booster seats must be installed only in seating positionsequipped with a combination lap/shoulder belt. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be properly restrained. How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the ...

restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bagdeployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properlyrestrained as far away from the air bag module as possible whilemaintaining vehicle control. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch ...

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and/or light are repaired. 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 funct...

• although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat(s) wheneverpossible, children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the frontbecause no space is available in the rear seat(s) of the vehicle; or • the child has a medical condition which, according to the child’sphysician, makes it necessary for ...

• the vehicle has no rear seat; • although children age 12 and under ride in the rear seat wheneverpossible, children age 12 and under have no option but to sometimesride in the front seat because rear seat space is insufficient; or • the child has a medical condition that, according to the child’sp...

years old. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specificrequirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the in...

bend comfortably. Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit betterand more comfortably for growing children. When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat andlap/shoulder belt to...

• Those with a high back. If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boosterseat would be a better choice. Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped withlap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb....

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with knee on thechild seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to make...

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view): • Bucket seats • 60/40 seats Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor asshown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 1. Posi...

3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. The tether anchor is located on therear lower portion of the passengerseat. 4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor. REVIEW COPY 2005 Ranger (ran) , Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002) , Market: USA_English (fus) Seating and Safety Res...

Center seating location When installing a child safety seat in the front center position, route thetether strap over the center arm rest and clip it to the center anchor. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seatmay not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 5. Ins...

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare encountered on streets,highways and off-road. Utilityvehicles and trucks are not designedfor cornering at speeds as high aspassenger cars any more tha...

Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allowyou to select different drive modesas necessary. Information on shiftingprocedures and maintenance can befound in your Owner’s Guide . You should become thoroughly familiarwith this information befor...

Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures andmay result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙ blowout ⬙ , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury.Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance,resulting in heat buildup and inte...

when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. Never “bleed” or reduce airpressure when tires are hot.2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tiregauge onto the valve and measure the pressure.3. Add enough air...

The installation of replacement tires with steel cord body plies in the tiresidewall may cause malfunction of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS), and is not recommended (cord material information is moldedon the tire sidewall). Additionally, if your vehicle was originally equippedwith run-fla...

If your vehicle is equipped with TPMS, have a flat serviced by a dealer ora qualified technician in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor.Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. Temporary Emergency Spare Tire Information Your vehicle may be equipped with a temporary emergen...

Conventional spare tire information If you have the spare tire that is the same size as your other road tires,you can use the spare as you would any of the other tires. The spare tirewill be equivalent to your road tires, although it may not have the sameappearance (black-side wall instead of outlin...

5. With the spare tire on the ground,remove the retainer from the sparetire. Tire change procedure To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire,be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of thevehicle)...

• Never use the differential as a jacking point. 7. Remove the wheel lug nuts with the lug wrench.8. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem isfacing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against thehub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the whee...

6. Install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the access hole above therear bumper with the spare tire lock key (if equipped) and jack handle. WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 50–100 miles (80–160km) after any wheel disturbance (rotation, flat...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 km/h) R 106 mph (171 km/h) S 112 mph (180 km/h) T 118 mph (190 km/h) U 124 mph (200 km/h) H 130 mph (210 km/h)...

11. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the tire label or thesafety certification label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge ofthe driver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 12. Treadwear, Traction an...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association(T&RA), that is intended for serviceon ...

Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If your vehicle is stuck in snow,...

The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, ...

information placard (label). Driving on a significantly under-inflated tirecauses the tire to overheat and can eventually lead to tire failure.Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and mayaffect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Even if your vehicle isequipped ...

Low TireWarning Light Customer Action Required Solid Warning Light 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure they areproperly inflated, refer to Inspecting and inflating your tires in this chapter. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tirepressure gauge rather than a stick type tirepressure...

• If your vehicle has been parked for over 15 minutes, the sensors gointo a low power mode to conserve battery life and therefore onlytransmit about once an hour. If you inflate your tires under theseconditions, the light could take up to an hour to turn off after youhave filled your tires to the re...

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute formanually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using a tire gauge, see Inspecting and inflating your tires in this chapter. Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase ...

Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result inserious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine...

pounds, the calculation would be: 1400 – (2 x 220) – (12 x 100) =1400 – 440 – 1200 = – 40 pounds; no, you do not have enough cargocapacity to carry that much weight. You will need to reduce the loadweight by at least 240 pounds. If you remove 3-100 pound cementbags, then the load calculation would b...

4x2 w/automatic transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight - lb. (kg) Maximum frontal area of trailer - ft 2 (m 2 ) Regular Cab w/6’ box 2.3L All 5500 (2495) 2260 (1025) Equal to frontal area of vehicle 3.0L* All 6000 (2722) 2600 (1179) 50 (4.64) 3.0l* Edge Al...

Refer to the following chart for information regarding thefactory-equipped trailer tow connector: Trailer tow connector Color Function Comment 1. Dark Green Trailer right-handturn signal Circuit activated when brakepedal is depressed or whenignition is on and right-handturn signal is applied. 2. Yel...

Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require morefrequent service intervals. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for more information. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the ve...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal. Forvehicles equipped with a manualtransmission, you must depre...

Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system,...

If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake isset. • Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park). If starting a vehicle with a manualtransmission: 1. Make sure the parking brake isset. 2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor. REVIEW COPY 2005 Ranger (ran) , Owners Gui...

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, 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...

Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in startingand heater/defroster performance. Use of an engine block heater isstrongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach-10°F (-23°C) or below. For best results, plug the ...

keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor andbrake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and thebrake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking isdone and normal brake operation resumes. These are normalcharacteristics of the ABS and should b...

The BRAKE warning lamp willilluminate and will remainilluminated until the parking brakeis released. To release, pull the lever (2). Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that thegearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). STEE...

PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a safety belt. Your vehicle has larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving...

When the key is in the ignition and in the OFF position, theautomatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwantedvehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 3. Start the vehicle. If it is necessary to use the above procedu...

• O/D OFF lamp is illuminated. • Provides engine braking. • Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D toother gears. Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailertowing and when engine braking is required. • To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission ...

To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in theneutral position. 3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parkingbrake. 4. Move the gearshift lever to 1st gear, then slowly release t...

Upshifts when accelerating (for best fuel economy) Maximum downshift speeds Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped) 2H or 4H 4L 5 (Overdrive) - 4 55 mph (88 km/h) 22 mph (34 km/h) 4 - 3 45 mph (72 km/h) 18 mph (27 km/h) 3 - 2 35 mph (56 km/h) 14 mph (21 km/h) 2 - 1 20 mph (32 km/h) 8 mph (1...

Removing the key Turn the ignition off, push therelease lever (located above theignition), then turn the key towardyou and remove the key. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out byshifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping ...

• 4x4 LOW – Momentarily illuminates when the vehicle isstarted. Illuminates when 4L(4WD Low) is engaged. Using the electronic shift 4WD system 2WD (2WD High) - Power to the rear wheels only; used for street and highway driving. 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) - Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roa...

4. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. • If shifting into 4WD LOW (4WD Low), wait for the 4WD LOW light inthe instrument cluster to turn on indicating the shift is complete. • If shifting out of 4WD LOW (4WD Low), wait for the 4WD LOW lightin the instrument cluster to turn off indicating t...

pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steeringwheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. • It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slowdown gradually before returning to the pavement. You may losecontrol if you do not slow down or if you turn t...

not more. Additionally, smooth variations of the accelerator and/orbrake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed arecalled for. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which couldresult in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rolloverand/or personal inju...

Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solidarea of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lowergear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowlyand avoid spinning the wheels. If you must reduce the tire pressure for whatever...

After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshaftsand tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes animbalance that could damage drive components. “Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand resp...

Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designedand tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or emptyand durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford MotorCompany strongly recommends that you do not make modifications suc...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the New Vehicle Limited...

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle custo...

This switch is located under theright-hand side of the glove box,just above the carpet. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset theswitch by pushing in on the resetbutton. 4. Turn the ignition ON. 5. Wait a few seconds and...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 32 5A Brake switch (logic) 33 5A Instrument cluster, TPMS module 34 20A Power point 35 15A Power locks Power distribution box The power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box con...

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 booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on b...

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...

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper c...

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 has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingb...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle linewill provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingdealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Pl...

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMot...

Board membership The Board consists of: • Three consumer representatives • A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosenfrom Ford and Lincoln Mercury deale...

before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentationmay be requested by the Board as well. Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentation...

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and isdesigned to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legalproceedings. In the CAMVAP program,...

GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact theappropriate foreign embassy or consulate. These officials can inform youof local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can onl...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is availablefrom your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can discolor and s...

PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam) toyour dealer to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and in...

• 4.0L SOHC V6 engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcra...

• Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion ofthe instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect thedriver from undesirable windshield reflection. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaningthe steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid ...

Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, theleather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body anddoor drain holes ...

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 providethe...

• Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease h...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.3L I4 engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Clutch fluid ...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID • 2.3L engine • 3.0L and 4.0L engines Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or l...

Note: Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling systemcomponents. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure th...

6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable, DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the MIN mark, add enough oil to raise the levelwithin the MIN-MAX range. • 2.3L I4 engine • 3.0L...

• 4.0L SOHC V6 engine • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in...

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 for the service...

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on oppositecorners. Keep batteries out of reach of ...

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 battery isreconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized...

When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interva...

• Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant suchas Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant, VC-2 (US) orCXC-209 (Canada), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44–Dwith the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant or any orange-colored extended life p...

4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use thecloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap. 5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture (seeabove), to within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level onthe reservoir. If you removed the rad...

Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34° F [–36° C ]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% willdecrease the overheat protection c...

Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to aservice facility as soon as possible. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cau...

Fuel Filler Cap Your vehicle is equipped with a 1/4 turn fuel filler cap, which requiresthe handle to be rotated 1/4 of a turn for removal or installation. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn until itreleases from th...

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in theamount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicatesempty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fueltank after the fuel ga...

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fueleconomy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping recordsduring summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fueleconomy. In general,...

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight...

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID • 2.3L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine • 4.0L V6 engine DO NOT OVER FILL PO WER ST EE RIN G FL U ID REVIEW COPY 2005 Ranger (ran) , Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002) , Market: USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 226

Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, useonly MERCON 威 ATF. 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will benear ...

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Fluid level should be at thebottom of the opening. 4. Add enough fluid through thefiller opening so that the fluid levelis at the bottom of the opening. 5. I...

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 Lubr...

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filterelement listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. Note: Do not start your engine w...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Engine oil(includes filterchange) 7 Motorcraft SAE5W- 20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil (Canada) 2.3L engine 3.8L (4.0quarts) 3.0L V6 engine 4.3L (4.5quarts) Motorcraft SAE5W- 30 SuperPremium Mo...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Transmissionfluid 1 MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF 5-speed manual 2.65L (2.8quarts) 3 MotorcraftMERCON 威 V ATF 4x2 vehicleswith automaticand 2.3L I4engine 9.4L (9.9quarts) 2 4x2 vehicleswith automaticand 3.0L or 4.0Lengines 9.5L (10.0quarts) 2 4x4 vehicleswith automa...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Fuel tank N/A Regular cab(Short wheelbase) 64.4L (17gallons) Regular cab(Long wheelbase) 76.8L (20.3gallons) SuperCab 73.8L (19.5gallons) Transfer caseFluid MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF 4x4 Vehicles 1.2L (1.25quarts) Front axlelubricant Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium ...

of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication onthe dipstick’s normal operating range. 3 Service refill capacity for the manual transmission is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicleon a level surface. 4 Add the coolant type o...

Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Brake fluid andclutch fluid (ifequipped) Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid PM-1 ESA-M6C25-Aand DOT 3 Door weatherstrips SiliconeLubricant XL-6 ESR-M13P4-A Engine coolant MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yello...

1 Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill ofTraction-Lok axles. 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstickhandle. M...

Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Please note thatin the graphic XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicleidentification number.) Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of th...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to co...

A Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ..........................................72 and child safety seats ..............74description ................................72disposal ......................................77driver air bag ............................75indicator light ........................