Ford 2005 Ranger v.3- User Manual

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answers to such questions are contained in commentshighlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should beread and observed. Warning symbol...

SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage,Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0L Power StrokeDiesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for EmissionsDefect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a deta...

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 ...

It may take a long period of time for the system to detect animproperly installed or properly re-installed fuel filler capdepending on driving and fuel tank level conditions. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake syst...

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below thenormal range, refer to Engine oil in the ...

Four wheel drive low (ifequipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. Four wheel drive high (ifequipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. Itmay also illuminate when the 4WD LOW is engaged, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Speed control: Illuminates...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon...

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...

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...

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 ...

INTERIOR LAMPS Courtesy/reading lamps (if equipped) The courtesy lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is held up until thecourtesy lamps come on. • the remote entry controls arepressed and the ignition is OFF. BULBS Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are vente...

4. Remove the bulb retaining ring byrotating it counterclockwise andslide the ring off the plastic base. 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 th...

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. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lightersocket. Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this willdamage the lighter element and socket. The lighter ...

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position tolock mirrors in place. FOLD-AWAY MIRRORS Pull the side mirrors in caref...

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 • Passenger airbag on/off switch (ifequipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Har...

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 coded to your vehicle; using a non-coded key will notpermit your vehicle to start. If you lose your dealer supplied keys,replacement keys...

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...

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. AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) pre...

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...

2. Child age 12 or under: A child age 12 or under must ride in the front seat because: • 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 ...

must put them in safety seats made especially for children. Many statesrequire that children use approved booster seats until they are eightyears 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...

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. 2005 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints 91

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 ontransfer case operation and shiftingprocedures can be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be foun...

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...

It is not recommended that the vehicle be operated in 4WD modes witha temporary emergency spare tire. If 4WD operation is necessary, do notoperate above speeds of 10 mph (16 km/h) or for distances above 50miles (80 km). When driving with the temporary emergency spare tire do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80...

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 the passenger seat,underneath the jack and tools cov...

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...

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 tire, wheel removal, etc.). Lug nut socket size/Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. N • m Lug nut socket size: 3 ⁄ 4 ” (19 mm) hex Bolt size: 1...

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...

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...

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 ...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, ...

the road in adverse (wet, snowy, etc.) conditions. Visually check yourtires for uneven wear, looking for high and low areas or unusuallysmooth areas. Also check for signs of tire damage. When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to prevent your vehiclefrom skiddin...

• 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, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five...

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss ofvehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components. Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle. The...

Base Curb Weight – is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, oroptional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. Payloa...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 2005 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading 121

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance...

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel located on the B-Pillar orthe edge of the driver’s door.The GVW must never exceed theGV...

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of this Owner’s Guide . Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unlo...

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 ) The Ranger is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s) asspecified above. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailersove...

4x4 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 ) To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your vehicle, see Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow earlier in this chapter. Maxi...

significantly increase the loads on the bumper and its attachments. Thiscan result in the failure of the bumper or the bumper attachments. Useof any type of hitch extensions should be considered abuse. Trailer tow connector The trailer tow connector is locatedunder the rear bumper, on thedriver’s si...

• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission section in the Driving chapter.) • Und...

Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission 4x2 and 4x4 vehicles with an automatic transmission follow theseguidelines for recreational towing: • Release the parking brake. • Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position. • Place the transmission in N (Neutral). • Do not exceed a di...

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. 2005 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-...

• 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 31 20A Front park lamps, Rear parklamps, License plate lamps 32 5A Brake switch (logic) 33 5A Instrument cluster 34 20A Power point 35 15A Power locks Power distribution box The power distribution box islocated in the e...

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,...

Or call: For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST Helm, Incorporated can also be reached by their website:www.helminc.com. (Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card, check ormoney order.) Obtaining a French owner’s guide Fre...

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 isavailable from your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can discolor and s...

racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowlarea. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time. 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 jamb) toyour deal...

• 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 scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provi...

• 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...

If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C),use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result inimpaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident. Note: Do not put washer fluid in ...

• 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is between the two holes or between the MIN and MAX marks (depending on application), the oil level is acceptable, DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the lower hole or the ...

• 3.0L V6 engine • 4.0L SOHC V6 engine • Oil levels above the upper hole or MAX mark may cause enginedamage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a servicetechnician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer...

2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is within thenormal range on the en...

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 scheduled maintenance information for the servi...

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 information for service i...

CXC-209 (Canada), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44–Dwith the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any orange-colored extended life product with yourfactory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection. • A large amount of water without engin...

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 radiator cap in an overflow system, fillthe radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the ...

• NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% willdecrease the overheat protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your ve...

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...

• Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling anungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including thecargo area). • ...

It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fueltank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octanerating. Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system.Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in yourfuel may not be cover...

possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommendtaking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accuratemeasurement after 2,000 miles...

3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometerreading. 5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fueleconomy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled...

• Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fueleconomy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy. • Use recommended...

It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the windowsticker. These numbers represent the Range of MPG (L/100 km)expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economymay vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is...

condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, aminimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary asdescribed below: • First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic withat le...

• 4.0L V6 engine 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 indic...

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels below the “MAX” linethat do not trigger the brake systemwarning lamp are within the normaloperating range, there is no need toadd fluid. If the fluid levels are ...

Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluidlevel is at or below the bottom ofthe dipstick. High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe rangemay cause overheating, shift and/orengagement concerns and internaltransmission damage. If an overfillcondition occurs, excess fluid shouldbe removed...

Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. 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 fluid...

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for 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 engin...

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 4.0 quarts(3.8L) 3.0L V6 engine 4.5 quarts(4.3L) Motorcraft SAE5W-30 PremiumSynthetic...

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

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Fuel tank N/A Regular cab(Short wheelbase) 17 gallons(64.4L) Regular cab(Long wheelbase) 20.3 gallons(76.8L) SuperCab 19.5 gallons(73.8L) Transfer caseFluid MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF 4x4 Vehicles 1.25 quarts(1.2L) 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.) The vehicle identification number (VIN) contains the followin...

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 ..........................................73 and child safety seats ..............75description ................................73disposal ......................................78driver air bag ............................76indicator light ........................

Ventilating your vehicle ...........141 W Warning lights (see Lights) .......10 Washer fluid ..............................198 Water, Driving through .............158 Windows power .........................................49 Windshield washer fluid andwipers ............................................