About This Manual; New For This Bemm Publication 02/2017; Introduction; Important Safety Instructions - Ford RANGER 2015 Body And Equipment Mounting Manual

1.1 About This Manual

1.1.1 New for this BEMM publication
02/2017
It is recommended to review this manual in full.
The BEMM is a live document which can be
viewed on www.etis.ford.com/BEMM or
http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconnection.com/.
It is the vehicle converters responsibility to review
the online version for the most current information
prior to starting any conversion. For an overview
of the main differences please see below.
The following sections of the manual have been
updated since the last publication of the BEMM
at 07/2014, through the introduction of the 2015
PX MkII Ranger.
The following major changes have occurred:
• Fuel Filler Mounting and Vent Pipe routing have
been altered to suit the new spider trap, and
updated venting heights.
• Towing Load Ratings have been updated, both
with new vehicle variants and powertrains,
with updated towing load ratings.
• The trailer brake connection method for low
level vehicles has been updated.
• The trailer brake connection method for high
level vehicles has been added.
• SRS Airbag Inflation Envelopes and Impact
Sensors have been updated to reflect new
dimensions.
• Towing specifications have been simplified.
• Centre High Mount Stop Lamp modifications
for canopy fitment have been included.
• A new high level electrical architecture added
to PX Mk II Ranger has been covered, in
addition to the carry over low level electrical
architecture.
• Additional coverage of the Special Vehicle
Pack, Auxiliary Fuse Panel, and associated
16-way connector.
• Additional section added (Section 7) to
support low/high level vehicle identification
via the passenger compartment fuse panel.
• Additional content to support trailer tow
module outputs and current ratings for
auxiliary lighting loads.
• Supporting information for connection to the
B+ Battery terminal when installing charging
units for auxiliary battery charging.

1.1.2 Introduction

NOTE: Printed copies are uncontrolled.
This manual has been written in a format that is
designed to meet the needs of Vehicle Converters.
The objective is to use common formats with the
workshop manual which is used by technicians
worldwide.
FORD RANGER 2015
This guide is published by Ford and provides
general descriptions and advice for converting
vehicles. These requirements must be complied
with before a Ford Dealer should take delivery of
motor vehicle accessories from an external
supplier either for themselves or on behalf of a
motor vehicle client.
It must be emphasized that any change to the
basic vehicle which does not meet the enclosed
guideline standards may severely inhibit the ability
of the vehicle to perform its function. Mechanical
failures, structure failure, component unreliability
or vehicle instability will lead to customer
dissatisfaction. Appropriate design and
application of body, equipment and or accessories
is key to ensuring that customer satisfaction is
not adversely affected.
The information contained within this publication
takes the form of recommendations to be
followed when vehicle modifications are
undertaken. It must be remembered that certain
modifications may invalidate legal approvals and
application for re-certification may be necessary.
Ford cannot guarantee the operation of the
vehicle if non-Ford approved electrical systems
are installed. Ford electrical systems are designed
and tested to function under operational
extremes, and have been subjected to the
equivalent of ten years of driving under such
conditions.

1.1.3 Important Safety Instructions

Appropriate conversion procedures are essential
for the safe, reliable operation of all vehicles as
well as the personal safety of the individual
carrying out the work.
This manual cannot possibly anticipate all such
variations and provide advice or cautions as to
each. Anyone who departs from the instructions
provided in this manual must first establish that
they compromise neither their personal safety
nor the vehicle integrity by their choice of
methods, tools or components.
1.1.4 Warnings, Cautions and Notes in
This Manual
WARNING: Warnings are used to indicate
that failure to follow a procedure
correctly may result in serious injury or
death.
CAUTION: Cautions are used to indicate
that failure to follow a procedure
correctly may result in damage to the
vehicle or equipment being used.
NOTE: Notes are used to provide additional
essential information required to carry out a
complete and satisfactory repair.
Date of Publication: 02/2017