Ford 2006 Ranger - 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 New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicl...

Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable ofcollecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. Therecorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event.The modules may record information about both the vehicle and theoccupant...

Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage. Cell phone use The...

Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped withfeatures and options that are different from the ones that are describedin this Owner’s Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring ...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -...

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 BeltMinder 威 chime will also sound to remind youto fasten your safety belt. Refer tothe Seating and safety restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the BeltMinder 威 chime feature, Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressureis...

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...

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 as safelypossible, switch off the engine and let the eng...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo (if equipped) Display preference: You can select Clock mode, which displays the time, or Frequency mode, which displays the current radio frequency, toappear in the radio display. Press CLK repeatedly to toggle betweenClock and Frequency modes. If clock mode is selected an...

To set the display mode: Press repeatedly to toggle between Clock mode and frequency mode. 3. AUDIO: Press AUDIO repeatedly to toggle through the followingmodes and use / to make adjustments in those modes. Bass: Press AUDIO to decrease/increase the bass setting. Treble: Press AUDIO to decrease/incr...

Autoset: Press MENU to set the strongest local radio stationsfor AM/FM1/FM2 without losingyour original manually set presetstations.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 ...

Premium and Audiophile In-dash CD6/MP3 disc Pioneer audiosystems (if equipped) 1. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands. 2. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a CD/MP3 is already in thesystem, the disc will start playing. 3. EJ (CD eject): To eject an individual CD/MP3, press the ejectco...

19. CD slot: Insert a CD/MP3, label side up. 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, CD...

4. TUNE: In radio mode, press to manually go up or down the radiofrequency, or to access another CD.Also use in menu mode to select various settings. In CATEGORY ALL, press / to scroll through the list of available Sirius channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.). Refer to Category Mode under Menu ...

Auxiliary input jack (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped withan Auxiliary Input Jack (AIJ) whichallows you to plug and play auxiliaryaudio devices, located in one of twoplaces. Press AUX repeatedly on your audio system to access AIJ mode. WhenLINE IN appears in the display, plug in your auxil...

CD/CD player care Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleanerand wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Clean using a circula...

Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on theroof of your vehicle. The vehicle roof provides the best location for anunobstructed, open view of the sky, a requirement of a satellite radiosystem. Like A...

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, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Foglamp control (if equipped) The foglamps can be turned onwhen the headlamp control is inthe or position and the high beams are not turned on. Pull he...

Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) The daytime running light system turns the headlamps on, with areduced light output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position and • the headlamp system is in the OFF p...

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. BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp Condensation The headlamp...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Rear license platelamps 2 194 Backup lamps 2 3155 or 3156 (STX) Dome lamp 1 912 Map/dome-SuperCab(if equipped) 2 904 Map/dome-RegularCab (if equipped) 1 904 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see...

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...

One touch down Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onAUTO and release quickly. Pressagain to stop. EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors (if equipped) To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirr...

Setting speed control The controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and releaseit. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control andrelease it. 4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal. 5. The indicator ligh...

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 control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased. CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo area shade (if equipped) Your v...

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. If your vehicle is equipped with the SecuriLock 娂 Passive Anti-theft system, your keys are coded to your vehicle; using a non-coded key willnot permit ...

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...

Note: Ensure the brake pedal is not depressed during this sequence. 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 (within 10 seconds) betwe...

The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps after several minutes ifthey are left on accidentally. SECURILOCK 姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from beingstart...

Vehicles without the SecuriLock 娂 Passive Anti-theft system behave as follows: • When the ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, the indicator willnot flash. • When the igniton is in the 3 (ON) position, the indicator will glow for3 seconds to indicate the engine is enabled. Replacement keys If y...

1. Insert a previously programmedcoded key into the ignition. 2. Turn the ignition from the 3(OFF) position to the 4 (ON)position. Keep the ignition in the 4(ON) position for at least onesecond, but no more than 10seconds. 3. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF)position, and remove the coded keyfrom the...

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. Before returning the seatback to...

Lift the release bar to move seatforward or backward. Ensure thatthe seat is locked into place. Pull lever located at the side of theseat cushion up to adjust seatback. 60/40 seat (if equipped) To gain access to the storagecompartment in your armrest (ifequipped), lift the latch to open lid. The 60/...

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) Turn the lumbar support controlclockwise to increase firmness. Turn the lumbar support controlcounterclockwise to increasesoftness. Passenger side rear access Pull up on the recliner handle. Theseat will lean forward. Lift therelease bar to move the seat...

Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and thisforce can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very closeto the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infantsin rear-facing child seats, this occurs because the...

Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. 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...

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch. Make sure the tongue issecurely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongu...

Shorten and fasten the belt whennot in use. For the rear jump seat, shorten andfold the belt into the seat when notin use. Energy Management Feature • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy managementfeature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reducethe risk of inju...

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 checkedauthorized dealer. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly couldincrease the risk of injury in collisions. ...

• 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, push the buttonand slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster tomake sure it is locked in place. Position the safety belt height adjus...

equipped), child safety seat tether anchors, and attaching hardware,should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommendsthat all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision bereplaced. However, if the collision was minor and an authorized dealerfinds that the be...

BeltMinder 姞 The BeltMinder 威 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders byintermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warninglight in the instrument cluster when the driver’s and front passenger’ssafety belt...

If... Then... The driver’s or frontpassenger’s safety belt becomesunbuckled for approximately1 minute while the vehicle istraveling at least 3 mph(5 km/h) and more than1-2 minutes have elapsed sincethe ignition switch has beenturned to ON... The BeltMinder 威 feature is activated - the safety belt wa...

Reasons given... Consider... “Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur insingle-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. “Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash can domuch more than wrinkle your clothes,particularly if you are unbelted. “The people I’m with don’t...

Read Steps 1 - 4 thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming procedure. Note : The driver and front passenger BeltMinder 威 features must be disabled/enabled separately. Both cannot be disable/enabled during thesame key cycle. The driver and front passenger BeltMinder 威 f...

• This will enable the BeltMinder 威 feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light willflash 4 times per second for 3 seconds, followed by 3 seconds with thelight off, then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing 4 timesper se...

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safetybelt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certainupper body injuries. Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from adeploying air...

Do not put anything on or over the airbag module. Placingobjects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causingserious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the AirbagSupplemental Restraint System or its fuse...

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the wayback. Booster seats must be installed only in seating positionsequipped with a combination la...

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricate the bag) orsodium compounds (e.g., bakingsoda) that result from thecombustion pr...

The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objectsplaced on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the frontpassenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though thepassenger airbag is disabled, the ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ light may or may not be illuminated accor...

Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Childrenwho are too large for child safety seats (as specified by your child safetyseat manufacturer) should always wear safety belts. Follow all the important safety restraint and airbag precautions that...

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions: • Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withknees bent comfortably at theedge of the seat withoutslouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the s...

Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They canslide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision. SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully follow all o...

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. 2007 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints 114

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...

Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and checkthe tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflatea...

Age Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced after 6 years of normalservice. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loadingconditions can accelerate the aging process.You should replace the spare tire when you replace the ot...

When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should notexceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below. If thebeads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate andtry again.If a pressure in excess of th...

• 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 seconds. Do not spin the wheels at over ...

Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance andlonger tire life. Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximatelye...

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tireson your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflationpressure. The...

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, ...

Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is equipped witha tire pressure sensor fastenedto the inside rim of the wheel.The pressure sensor is coveredby the tire and is not visibleunless the tire is removed. Thepressure sensor is locatedopposite (180 degrees) from thevalve stem. Care must be takenwhen...

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system isno longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to thefollowing chart for information conc...

Low TirePressureWarning Light Possiblecause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a description ofhow the system functions underthese condition...

any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearestlocation where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to therecommended inflation pressure. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss ofvehicle control. Driving at very hig...

your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determiningyour vehicle’s weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle’sTire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label: Base Curb Weight – is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard e...

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. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehi...

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 Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

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 kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. D...

transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend each weigh220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1400 – (2 x 220) – (12 x 100) =1400 – 440 – 1200 = – 240 lb. No, you do not have enough cargocapacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, the calculationwould be: 635 kg — (2 x 99 k...

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. Yellow Trailer left-hand turnsignal Circuit activated when brakepedal is depressed or whenignition is...

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

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...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START). Ifthere is difficulty in turning the key,rotate the steering wheel until thekey turns freely. 2. Turn the key to 5 (START), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine starts. Excessive crankingcould damage the starter. ...

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heaterwith ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-outand should be i...

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake systemserviced immediately.) Parking brake To set the parking brake (1), pressthe parking brake pedal down untilthe pedal stops. The BRAKE warning la...

Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handledifferently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken whendriving a heavily loaded vehicle. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This vehi...

If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.Adaptive Shift ...

N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and isfree to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through five. D (Drive) without Overd...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch The manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents crankingthe engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then pu...

3. Turn the ignition off. Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedlyand injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Removing the key Turn the ignition off, push therelease lever (located above theignition), then turn the key towardyou and remove the key. If...

4WD system indicator lights • 4x4 - Momentarily illuminates when the vehicle is started.Illuminates when 4H (4WD High)is engaged. • 4x4 LOW – Momentarily illuminates when the vehicle isstarted. Illuminates when 4L(4WD Low) is engaged. Using the electronic shift 4WD system 2H (2WD High) - Power to th...

2. Depress the brake 3. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, place thetransmission in N (Neutral); on vehicles equipped with a manualtransmission, depress the clutch. 4. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. • If shifting into 4L (4WD Low), wait for the 4WD LOW light in thein...

• Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery byloose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, butavoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto thepavement only aft...

Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoidthe emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,not more...

Mud and water If you must drive through highwater, drive slowly. Traction orbrake capability may be limited. When driving through water,determine the depth; avoid waterhigher than the bottom of the hubs(if possible) and proceed slowly. Ifthe ignition system gets wet, thevehicle may stall. Once throu...

Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally upor down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight upor straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills . A danger lies in losing traction, sli...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 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...

Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide forinformation on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and ...

HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on thesteering column, just behind thesteering wheel. The hazard flasherswill operate when the ignition is inany position or if the key is not inthe ignition. Push in the flasher control and allfront and rear direction signals willflash. Press the flasher...

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated under the right-hand side ofthe 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...

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 30 5A Power mirrors 31 20A Front park lamps, Rear parklamps, License plate lamps,Dimmer switch, Trailer tow parklamps 32 5A Brake switch (logic) 33 5A Instrument cluster battery feed(B+) 34 20A Power point 35 15A Power ...

If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2.3L engine (if equipped) The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 1 40A** Interior fuse panel ...

The use of tire sealants may damage your tires. The use of tiresealants may also damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used. Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor...

• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capabil...

Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel andseek service as soon as possible. Full-size Matching Spare Tire/Wheel Information This spare tire/wheel will match the road tire/wheel. When driving withthe full size matching spare tire/wheel, do not exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).It ...

3. Insert the square end of the jackhandle into the rear access holelocated just above the rear bumperand below the tailgate. Forward motion will stop andresistance to turning will be feltwhen properly engaged. 4. Turn the handle counterclockwiseuntil tire is lowered to the groundand the cable is sl...

Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire. 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up. 2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the wire andretainer through the center of...

When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt orforeign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc thatcontacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor tothe hub are secured so they do not interf...

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electricalsurges. Turn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the po...

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 engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker ...

Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 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 j...

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 dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfac...

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.Experience has shown that our customers have been very successful inachieving satisfaction by following the three-step procedure outlined onthe front page of the Warr...

authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartialthird party mediation/arbitration program administered by the CanadianMotor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relat...

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 French Owner...

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 authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can dis...

WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle every sixmonths will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage. • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer,o...

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellan...

• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been incontact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntanlotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior paintedsurfaces. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a ...

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. Thesequality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Owner Informati...

Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral). 2. Block the wheels. To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or person...

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.Do not use any special washer fluidsuch as windshield water r...

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 an authorizeddealer. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. 2007 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Maintenanc...

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 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...

that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-upengine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (oranother brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft ...

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...

• Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant suchas Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Fordspecification WSS-M97B44-D, with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or anyorange-colored extended life product with your factory filled ...

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...

• Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction. In sensitiveindividuals, serious personal injury or sickness may result. If fuel issplashed on the skin, prom...

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...

Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline withpump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend the use ofgasolines labeled as “Regular” thatare sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes kno...

• The indicator may come on. For more information on the “check engine” or the “service engine soon” indicator, refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you,...

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record ...

POWER STEERING FLUID • 2.3L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine • 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. DO NOT OVER FILL PO WER ST EE RIN G FL U ID 2007 Ranger (ran) Owners...

1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal area between H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right severaltimes. 3. Turn the engine off. 4. Check...

9. If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250ml) increments through the fillertube until the level is correct at normal operating temperatures. Refer tothe Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter for the correct fluid type. The use of any other non-approvedfluid may c...

DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that requirelubrication. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for maintenance intervals. If the original universal joints are replaced withuniversal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication ...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintSystem 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence nu...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehiclethrough your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessorieshave been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they arecustom designed to complement th...

A Air cleaner filter ...............256–257 Airbag supplementalrestraint system ....................97–98 and child safety seats ..............99description ................................98disposal ....................................102driver airbag ......................98, 100indicator light .....