Working With The Engine On - Ford Ranger Owner's Manual

Remove the key from the ignition after you turn the engine
2.
off.
Block the wheels. This will prevent your vehicle from
3.
moving unexpectedly.

Working with the engine on:

Set the parking brake fully, and make sure the gearshift is
1.
securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or
Neutral (manual transmission) and block the wheels.
When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the
engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of
the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the
automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual
transmission is in gear. Do not leave the vehicle unattended
with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position.
Block the wheels. This will prevent your vehicle from
2.
moving unexpectedly.
Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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