Ford Ranger 2008 Owner's Manual
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To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Ford, read this manual
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  • Page 1 BANGKOK, THAILAND Important Notes About This Manual Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Ford. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
  • Page 2 Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your The symbol below, located on some parts Ford. By reading your manual, you can of the vehicle, indicates that this manual find out about the features, important contains information related to the part.
  • Page 3 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (3,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Ford. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.
  • Page 4 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page4 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (4,1) Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 5 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page5 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (5,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Ford. Instrument panel and Interior Overview ........1-2 Exterior Overview ................. 1-4 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 6 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page6 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (6,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Instrument panel and Interior Overview The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle. Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 7 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page7 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (7,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Instrument panel and Interior Overview SRS air bags ...................... page 2-20 Rear window defroster switch ................page 5-42 Hazard warning flasher switch ................page 5-43 Audio system .....................
  • Page 8 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page8 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (8,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle. Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 9 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page9 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Tailgate ......................page 3-15 Child safety locks ....................page 3-8 Doors and keys ....................page 3-7 Outside mirror ....................page 3-22 Tyres ........................page 8-23 Fuel-filler flap ....................
  • Page 10 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page10 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (10,1) Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 11 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page11 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (11,1) Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. Seats ....................2-2 Front Seats ................2-2 í Rear Seat ................2-5 Head Restraints .................
  • Page 12 Consult an qSeat Slide Authorised Ford Repairer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the front seats. WARNING Do not drive with damaged front seats:...
  • Page 13 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page13 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (13,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Make sure the lever returns to its original To change the seatback angle, lean position and the seat is locked in place by forward slightly while raising the lever. attempting to push it forward and Then lean back to the desired position and backward.
  • Page 14 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page14 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (14,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qFolding the Seatback (Bench Seat) qArmrest (Bench Seat) The armrest can be used or placed upright. WARNING Do not drive with the seatback unlocked: All of the seatbacks play an important role in your protection in a vehicle.
  • Page 15 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page15 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (15,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats í Rear Seat Head Restraints Head restraints are intended to help WARNING protect you and the passengers from neck injury. Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving: WARNING Not securing cargo while driving is...
  • Page 16 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page16 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (16,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Removal/Installation To remove the head restraint, pull it up while pressing the stop-catch. To install the head restraint, press the uprights into the holes while pressing the stop-catch.
  • Page 17 Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Ford recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts. 3-point type seat belts have retractors with inertia locks that keep them out of the way when not in use.
  • Page 18 Always have an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer inspect the front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision.
  • Page 19 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page19 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (19,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems CAUTION Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and rings are soiled, so try to keep them clean. For more details about cleaning the seat belts, refer to Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing (page 8-46).
  • Page 20 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page20 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (20,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 3-Point Type Seat Belt WARNING qFastening the Seat Belts Positioning the Shoulder Portion of 1. Grasp the seat belt tongue. the Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder 2.
  • Page 21 WARNING retracting properly, have it inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Positioning the Shoulder Portion of Authorised Ford Repairer. the Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous. Always make sure the shoulder...
  • Page 22 Additionally, the load limiter will only recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer limit loads on the chest once in a after any collision. collision and this is another reason to have the front seat belts inspected.
  • Page 23 Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury could Pretensioner System Warning Light result. Ask an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a pretensioner-equipped vehicle. If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner...
  • Page 24 1. Pull the seat belt tongue to the desired these occur, consult an expert repairer, we length. recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer 2. Insert it into the seat belt buckle until as soon as possible. The system may not you hear a click sound.
  • Page 25 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page25 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (25,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qUnfastening the Seat Belts Depress the button on the seat belt buckle. Shorten 4. Make sure the lap belt is snugly fitted Button against your body.
  • Page 26 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint Precautions Ford strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to use them. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle.
  • Page 27 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page27 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (27,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Extreme Hazard! Never use a rear-facing child-restraint system on the front passenger seat with an air bag that could deploy: Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an airbag in front of it! Even in a moderate collision, the child-restraint system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resulting in serious injury or death to the child.
  • Page 28 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page28 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (28,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Do not allow a child to lean over or against the side window of a vehicle with side air bags: Allowing anyone to lean over or against the front door is dangerous. If the vehicle is equipped with side air bags, the impact of an inflating side air bag could cause serious injury or death to the person.
  • Page 29 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page29 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (29,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Installing Child-Restraint Systems When installing child-restraint systems, follow the manufacturer's instructions. 2-19 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 30 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page30 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (30,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags í Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplementary restraint systems (SRS) include up to 4 air bags. Please verify the air bags equipped on your vehicle by locating the SRS AIRBAG location indicators.
  • Page 31 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page31 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (31,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seat belts must be worn in air bag equipped vehicles: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries.
  • Page 32 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page32 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (32,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not attach objects on or around the area where driver and front passenger air bags deploy: Attaching an object to the driver and front passenger air bag modules or placing something in front of them is dangerous.
  • Page 33 Should you sell your Ford, we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner's Manual, is important.
  • Page 34 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page34 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (34,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplementary Restraint System Components í Driver/Front passenger inflators and air bags Crash sensors, and diagnostic module (SAS unit) Front seat belt pretensioner and load limiting systems (page 2-12) í...
  • Page 35 SRS Air Bags How the SRS Air Bags Work Your Ford is equipped with the following types of SRS air bags. SRS air bags are designed to work together with the seat belts to help to reduce injuries during an accident.
  • Page 36 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page36 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (36,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags í qFront Passenger Air Bag The front passenger air bag is mounted in the front passenger instrument panel. The inflation mechanism for the front passenger air bag is the same as the driver's air bag, as mentioned above.
  • Page 37 ON position. If any of these occur, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident. WARNING...
  • Page 38 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page38 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (38,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria This chart indicates the applicable SRS equipment that will deploy depending on the type of collision. (The illustrations are the representative cases of collisions.) Types of collision A severe frontal/near frontal collision A severe side collision...
  • Page 39 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page39 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (39,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Limitations to SRS Air Bag In severe collisions such as those described previously in SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria , the applicable SRS air bag equipment will deploy. However, in some accidents, the equipment may not deploy depending on the type of collision and its severity.
  • Page 40 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page40 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (40,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Roll-over 2-30 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 41 The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. But if any of the following occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as possible: The air bag system warning light flashes. The air bag system warning light remains illuminated.
  • Page 42 Improper disposal of an air bag or a vehicle with live air bags in it can be extremely dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury can result. Ask an Authorised Ford Repairer how to safely dispose of an air bag or how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle.
  • Page 43 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page43 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (43,1) Essential Safety Equipment Bull Bar CAUTION It is recommended that a bull bar is not fitted to diesel automatic transmission models. 2-33 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 44 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page44 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (44,1) 2-34 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 45: Table Of Contents

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page45 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (45,1) Knowing Your Ford Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Doors and Locks ................3-2 Keys ..................3-2 í Keyless Entry System ............3-3 Door Locks ................
  • Page 46: Doors And Locks

    Write down the code number and keep it in a separate, safe and convenient place, but not in the vehicle. If your key is lost, consult your Authorised Ford Dealer and have your code number ready. Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 47: Keyless Entry System Í

    Expose the transmitter to any kind of magnetic field. NOTE Expose the transmitter to high If your key is lost, consult your temperatures on places such as the Authorised Ford Dealer with the code instrument panel or bonnet, under number ready. direct sunlight. í Some models.
  • Page 48 (page 3-5). If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent Additional transmitters can be system, the hazard warning lights only obtained at an Authorised Ford flash when the system is armed or Repairer. Up to 3 transmitters can be turned off. used with the keyless entry system Refer to the theft-deterrent system on per vehicle.
  • Page 49 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page49 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (49,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks Replacing the transmitter battery NOTE 1. Insert a small flathead screwdriver into Auto re-lock function the slot and gently pry open the After unlocking with the transmitter, all transmitter.
  • Page 50: Door Locks

    Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as out in an accident. possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.
  • Page 51 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page51 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (51,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks qLocking, Unlocking with Key qLocking, Unlocking with Door- Lock Knob The driver's door can be locked/unlocked with the key. To lock any door from the inside, push the Turn the key toward the front to unlock, door-lock knob.
  • Page 52 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page52 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (52,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks Locking, unlocking with door-lock NOTE knob When locking the door this way: All doors lock automatically when the driver's door-lock knob is pushed. They...
  • Page 53: Rear Access Panel (Stretch Cab With Rear Access System)

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page53 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (53,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks Rear Access Panel (Stretch WARNING cab with Rear Access System) Make sure the rear access panel is qOpening the Rear Access Panels closed securely before closing the front door: 1.
  • Page 54: Power Windows Í

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page54 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (54,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks qOperating the Driver's Side í Power Windows Power Window The ignition switch must be in the ON Manual opening/closing position for the power windows to To open the window to the desired operate.
  • Page 55 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page55 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (55,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks qOperating the Passenger Power qPower Window Lock Switch Windows With the lock switch in the unlocked position (button not depressed), all power The power windows may be operated windows on each door can be operated.
  • Page 56: Rear Quarter Windows (Stretch Cab With Rear Access System)

    CAUTION Always use only a designated Ford fuel-filler cap or an approved qClosing a Window equivalent, available at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Pull the latch inward and then push it Ford Repairer.
  • Page 57 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page57 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (57,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks í qFuel-Filler Flap To close, turn it clockwise until it is secure. Then, to lock it, insert the key and To open, pull the remote fuel-filler flap turn it clockwise.
  • Page 58: Bonnet

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page58 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (58,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks 2. Insert your hand into the bonnet Bonnet opening and pull the bonnet latch lever and lift the bonnet. WARNING Always check that the bonnet is closed...
  • Page 59: Tailgate

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page59 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (59,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks qClosing the Bonnet í Tailgate WARNING WARNING Do not leave items in the engine Never allow anyone to ride outside the compartment: passenger compartment:...
  • Page 60 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page60 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (60,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks To open the tailgate, pull the handle 3. Adjust the leads so that the lead toward you. The connecting arms will insertion holes are aligned parallel with hold the gate in a straight-open position.
  • Page 61: Load Rest Stopper

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page61 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (61,1) Knowing Your Ford Doors and Locks í í Load Rest Stopper Rope Loops When luggage or cargo is placed on the Use the rope loops to secure cargo or load rest, use the stopper to secure the luggage.
  • Page 62: Security System

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page62 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (62,1) Knowing Your Ford Security System í Immobilizer System CAUTION The immobilizer system allows the engine When starting the engine do not allow to start only with a key the system the following, as the engine may not recognizes.
  • Page 63 If it is flashing, remove the ignition key If you lose a key, an Authorised Ford and wait 2 seconds or more, then Repairer will reset the electronic reinsert it and try starting the engine codes of your remaining keys and again.
  • Page 64: Theft-Deterrent System Í

    í Theft-Deterrent System Equipment If the theft deterrent system detects an Ford cannot guarantee the immobilizer inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which system's operation if the system has been could result in the vehicle or its contents modified or if any add-on equipment has being stolen, the alarm alerts the been installed.
  • Page 65 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page65 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (65,1) Knowing Your Ford Security System qTo Turn off an Armed System If the system is triggered again, the lights and horn will activate until a door is An armed system can be turned off by any...
  • Page 66: Steering Wheel And Mirrors

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page66 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (66,1) Knowing Your Ford Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel Mirrors qOutside Mirrors WARNING Check the mirror angles before driving. Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving:...
  • Page 67 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page67 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (67,1) Knowing Your Ford Steering Wheel and Mirrors After adjusting the mirror, lock the control WARNING by placing the selector switch in the middle position. Use the power fold-in switch to set the...
  • Page 68 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page68 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (68,1) Knowing Your Ford Steering Wheel and Mirrors Antidazzle mirror WARNING Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror to centre on the scene through the rear Always return the outside mirrors to window.
  • Page 69 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page69 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (69,1) Before Driving Your Ford Important information about driving your Ford. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........4-2 Fuel Requirements ..............4-2 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......... 4-3 Before Starting the Engine ............4-4 Before Getting In ..............
  • Page 70: Fuel And Engine Exhaust Precautions

    Before Driving Your Ford Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Your Ford will operate efficiently on diesel fuel with specification EN590 or the equivalent. CAUTION Never use fuel other than specification EN590 or the equivalent for your vehicle. Use of petrol or paraffin in diesel engines will result in engine damage.
  • Page 71: Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page71 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (71,1) Before Driving Your Ford Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which is colourless, odourless, and poisonous.
  • Page 72: Before Starting The Engine

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page72 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (72,1) Before Driving Your Ford Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In After Getting In Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, Are all doors closed and locked? and outside lights are clean.
  • Page 73: Driving Tips

    Running-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special running-in is necessary, but a How you operate your Ford determines few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use miles) may add to the performance, these suggestions to help save money on economy, and life of your Ford.
  • Page 74: Hazardous Driving

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page74 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (74,1) Before Driving Your Ford Driving Tips Hazardous Driving WARNING WARNING Never stop the engine when going down a hill: Stopping the engine when going down Be extremely careful if it is necessary a hill is dangerous.
  • Page 75: Rocking The Vehicle

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page75 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (75,1) Before Driving Your Ford Driving Tips If you get stuck, select a lower gear and Rocking the Vehicle accelerate slowly. Do not spin the rear wheels. Refer to 4-Wheel Drive Operation on WARNING page 5-14.
  • Page 76: Driving In Flooded Area

    Authorised Ford Repairer. After driving in rivers or puddles, bring your vehicle to an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer to have the propeller shaft and other parts greased and inspected. (4×4) If you must drive through deep water, shift to 4L and drive no faster than 5 km/h (3 mph).
  • Page 77: Vehicle Loading

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page77 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (77,1) Before Driving Your Ford Driving Tips Vehicle Loading WARNING Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle's weight ratings: Overloading a vehicle is dangerous. The results of overloading can have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety.
  • Page 78 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page78 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (78,1) 4-10 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 79 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page79 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (79,1) Driving Your Ford Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..............5-2 Ignition Switch ................5-2 Starting the Engine ..............5-3 Brake System ................5-4 Manual Transmission Operation ..........5-8 Automatic Transmission Controls ...........
  • Page 80: Starting And Driving

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page80 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (80,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving Ignition Switch WARNING qIgnition Switch Positions Before leaving the driver's seat, always put the key to LOCK position, set the parking brake and make sure...
  • Page 81: Starting The Engine

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page81 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (81,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving Starting the Engine This is the normal running position after 1. Occupants should fasten their seat the engine is started. The warning lights belts.
  • Page 82: Brake System

    Brake Do not try the starter for more than 30 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or Your Ford has power-assisted brakes that fails to start, wait more than 60 seconds adjust automatically through normal use. before trying again. Otherwise, you...
  • Page 83 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page83 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (83,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving CAUTION WARNING Driving with the parking brake on will Dry brakes that have become wet by cause excessive wear of the brake driving very slowly and applying the linings or pads.
  • Page 84 Consult an This warning has the following functions: expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as Parking brake warning possible even if the brake light is no The light illuminates when the parking longer illuminated.
  • Page 85 Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for Should this happen, consult an expert safe driving: repairer, we recommend an Authorised The ABS cannot compensate for Ford Repairer as soon as possible. unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another NOTE vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning...
  • Page 86: Manual Transmission Operation

    The shift pattern of the transmission is When you hear this noise, consult an conventional, as shown. expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as Depress the clutch pedal all the way down possible. while shifting; then release it slowly.
  • Page 87 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page87 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (87,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving NOTE WARNING If shifting to R is difficult, shift back Do not use sudden engine braking on into neutral, release the clutch pedal, slippery road surfaces or at high and try again.
  • Page 88: Automatic Transmission Controls

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page88 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (88,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Controls Lock-release button Various Lockouts: Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position. Indicates that you must hold in the lock-release button to shift.
  • Page 89 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page89 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (89,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving N (Neutral) D (Drive) In N, the wheels and transmission are not D is the normal driving position. From a locked. The vehicle will roll freely even...
  • Page 90 For a smoother ride with less shifting, turn electrical problem. Continuing to drive the overdrive off when: your Ford in this condition could cause Going up a steep grade. damage to your transmission. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Driving in stop-and-go traffic.
  • Page 91: Power Steering Í

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page91 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (91,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving Descending steep grades í Power Steering When descending a steep grade, shift to 3, Power steering is only operable when the 2, or 1, depending on load weight and engine is running.
  • Page 92: 4-Wheel Drive (4×4) Operation (Manual Transmission)

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page92 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (92,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving 4-Wheel Drive (4×4) CAUTION Operation (Manual Always use tyres for the front and Transmission) rear wheels that are of the specified size, and the same manufacture, Use the transfer shift lever to shift from brand, and tread pattern.
  • Page 93 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page93 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (93,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving Use the transfer shift lever to shift from 4L (4×4, low range) 4×2 to 4×4, and vice versa. In this position, all four wheels are powered.
  • Page 94 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page94 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (94,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving NOTE CAUTION When the RFW LOCK indicator light Do not continue driving in 4×4 or does not illuminate after shifting the RFW-LOCK when the RFW LOCK...
  • Page 95 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page95 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (95,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving Press the RFW switch to disengage the 2H to 4H front wheels from the drive assembly. When the RFW LOCK indicator light The RFW LOCK indicator light will go is off: off.
  • Page 96 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page96 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (96,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving qOff-Road Driving 4H to/from 4L 1. Stop the vehicle in a safe area away You can drive your vehicle on paved or from traffic.
  • Page 97 4L. Depress the accelerator pedal repairer, we recommend an slowly. Authorised Ford Repairer to have the propeller shaft and other parts greased and inspected. NOTE Make sure water does not enter the During off-road driving, 4×4 turning...
  • Page 98: 4-Wheel Drive (4×4) Operation (Automatic Transmission)

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page98 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (98,1) Driving Your Ford Starting and Driving 4-Wheel Drive (4×4) CAUTION Operation (Automatic Always use tyres for the front and Transmission) rear wheels that are of the specified size, and the same manufacture, Use the transfer shift switch to shift from brand, and tread pattern.
  • Page 99 Consult an surfaces. expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as 4L (4×4, low range) possible. In this position, all four wheels are powered. Use this position when climbing...
  • Page 100 Consult an expert 4H to/from 4L repairer, we recommend an 1. Stop the vehicle in a safe area away Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as from traffic. possible. 2. Shift the transmission shift lever to the N position.
  • Page 101 4L and keep vehicle speed under 5 km/h (3 mph). After driving in standing water, bring your vehicle to an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer to have the propeller shaft and other parts greased and inspected. 5-23 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 102 Authorised Ford Repairer. When descending steep slopes, select 4L Use caution when driving off-road in and use a low gear for brake assistance 4×4.
  • Page 103 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page103 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (103,1) Driving Your Ford Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges Speedometer ...................... page 5-26 Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector ..........page 5-26 Tachometer ......................page 5-27 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ..............page 5-27 Fuel Gauge ......................
  • Page 104: Instrument Cluster And Indicators

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page104 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (104,1) Driving Your Ford Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer NOTE The speedometer indicates the speed of The odometer and trip meter can be the vehicle. displayed as follows even when the...
  • Page 105 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page105 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (105,1) Driving Your Ford Instrument Cluster and Indicators qEngine Coolant Temperature Gauge The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is The engine coolant temperature gauge again reset.
  • Page 106 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page106 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (106,1) Driving Your Ford Instrument Cluster and Indicators qFuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is remaining in the tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
  • Page 107 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page107 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (107,1) Driving Your Ford Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System Warning Light 5-31...
  • Page 108 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page108 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (108,1) Driving Your Ford Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-34 Sedimentor Warning Light (Diesel engine) 5-34 Security Indicator Light 5-34 Headlight Main-Beam Indicator Light...
  • Page 109: Warning/Indicator Lights And Beep Sounds

    Consult an This warning has the following functions: expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as Parking brake warning possible even if the brake light is no The light illuminates when the parking longer illuminated.
  • Page 110 Should this happen, consult an expert stop unexpectedly. repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as possible. qEngine Oil Pressure Warning Light NOTE When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light may illuminate.
  • Page 111 Self-servicing or tampering with the expert repairer, we recommend an systems is dangerous. An air bag/ Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as pretensioner could accidentally possible. activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death.
  • Page 112 This warning light illuminates when any indicator light keeps illuminating or door is not securely closed. flashing, the system may have a Close the door securely before driving the malfunction. Consult an Authorised Ford vehicle. Repairer. qSedimentor Warning Light qHeadlight Main-Beam Indicator...
  • Page 113 CAUTION If the overdrive-off indicator light flashes, the transmission has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Ford in this condition could cause damage to your transmission. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as possible.
  • Page 114 Consult an NOTE expert repairer, we recommend an If the front wheels are engaged to the Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as drive assembly during 4×2, drivetrain possible. resistance will be greater, fuel consumption will increase, and noise will be generated.
  • Page 115: Warning/Indicator Lights

    Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an q4L Indicator Light (4×4 Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as (Automatic Transmission) model) possible. qDirection Indicator/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights This indicator light illuminates when 4×4 low range is engaged.
  • Page 116: Beep Sounds

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page116 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (116,1) Driving Your Ford Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Beep Sounds NOTE If an indicator light remains illuminated qIgnition Key Reminder (does not flash) or if it flashes If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or...
  • Page 117: Switches And Controls

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page117 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (117,1) Driving Your Ford Switches and Controls qHeadlight Main-Low Beam Lighting Control Push the lever forward for main beam. Pull back to original position for low beam. Main beam Low beam...
  • Page 118: Turn And Lane-Change Signals

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page118 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (118,1) Driving Your Ford Switches and Controls í Fog Lights Turn and Lane-Change Signals Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. They help you to see as well as to be seen.
  • Page 119: Windscreen Wipers And Washer

    Mist an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as Variable-speed intermittent wipers possible. Drive to the side of the road Set the lever to INT and choose the and park off the right-of-way.
  • Page 120: Rear Window Defroster Í

    If the washer does not work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-17). If it's normal, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer. CAUTION Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of the rear window surface.
  • Page 121: Horn

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page121 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (121,1) Driving Your Ford Switches and Controls Horn Hazard Warning Flasher To sound the horn, press the mark on The hazard warning lights should always the steering wheel. be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency.
  • Page 122 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page122 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (122,1) 5-44 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 123 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page123 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (123,1) Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. Air-Conditioning System .............. 6-2 Operating Tips ................6-2 Vent Operation ................6-3 Control Panel ................6-6 Audio System ................
  • Page 124 Consult an expert repairer, we Clear all obstructions such as leaves, recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer snow and ice from the bonnet and the air for refrigerant inspection. inlet in the cowl grille to improve the system efficiency.
  • Page 125: Air-Conditioning System

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page125 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (125,1) Interior Comfort Air-Conditioning System Vent Operation qAdjusting the Vents Centre Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, move Directing airflow the adjustment knob. Side Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, open the vents and rotate them left and right.
  • Page 126 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page126 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (126,1) Interior Comfort Air-Conditioning System NOTE When using the air conditioner under humid ambient temperature conditions, the system may blow fog from the vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled.
  • Page 127 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page127 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (127,1) Interior Comfort Air-Conditioning System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Instrument panel Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Instrument panel and Floor Vents Floor Vents Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 128: Control Panel

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page128 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (128,1) Interior Comfort Air-Conditioning System Control Panel A/C Switch Fan control dial Mode selector dial Temperature control dial Air intake selector qControl Switches Fan control dial Temperature control dial Cold This dial allows variable fan speeds.
  • Page 129 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page129 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (129,1) Interior Comfort Air-Conditioning System Mode selector dial Air intake selector Turn the mode selector dial to select This lever controls the source of air airflow mode (page 6-5). entering the vehicle. A/C switch It is recommended that under normal conditions the lever be kept in the outside...
  • Page 130 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page130 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (130,1) Interior Comfort Air-Conditioning System qCooling 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 1. Set the mode selector dial to the 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired position.
  • Page 131 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page131 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (131,1) Interior Comfort Air-Conditioning System qDehumidifying Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windscreen and side windows. 1. Set the mode selector dial to the desired position.
  • Page 132: Audio System

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page132 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (132,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Aerial Operating Tips for Audio System qManual Type The manual aerial must be raised and WARNING lowered by hand. Do not adjust the audio control switches while driving the vehicle: Adjusting the audio while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could...
  • Page 133 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page133 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (133,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not AM characteristics bend around corners, but they do reflect. AM signals bend around such things as Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot buildings or mountains and bounce off the...
  • Page 134 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page134 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (134,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Flutter/Skip noise Strong signal noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in This occurs very close to a transmitter straight lines and become weak in valleys tower.
  • Page 135 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page135 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (135,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for CD Player/In- The CD revolves at high speed within the unit. Defective (cracked or badly Dash CD Changer bent) CDs should never be used. Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or...
  • Page 136 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page136 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (136,1) Interior Comfort Audio System A new CD may have rough edges on Use discs that have been legitimately its inner and outer perimeters. If a disc produced. If illegally-copied discs such with rough edges is used, proper as pirated discs are used, the system setting will not be possible and the CD...
  • Page 137 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page137 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (137,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Do not use record sprays, antistatic CD-R/CD-RW exceeding 700 MB agents, or household spray cleaners. cannot be played. Volatile chemicals such as benzine and This unit may not be able to play thinner can also damage the surface of certain discs made using a computer the CD and must not be used.
  • Page 138 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page138 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (138,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating tips for MP3 This unit can play MP3 files that have been recorded in bit rates of 8 kbps to 320 kbps. Nonetheless, to insure NOTE enjoyment of music with consistent sound quality, it is recommended to use...
  • Page 139 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page139 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (139,1) Interior Comfort Audio System When naming an MP3 file, be sure to Folder add an MP3 file extension (.mp3) after : Folder : Track (File) the file name. The maximum number of characters that can be used for file names is as follows.
  • Page 140 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page140 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (140,1) Interior Comfort Audio System This unit can only display English Bit rate (including numerals) one-byte Refers to the volume of data per second, characters. Use only English (including expressed in bps (bits per second). numerals) one-byte characters when Generally, the larger the number of the inputting ID3 tags.
  • Page 141: Audio Set Í

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page141 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (141,1) Interior Comfort Audio System í Audio Set CD Player/In-Dash CD Changer In-Dash CD Changer Power/Volume/Sound Controls ................page 6-20 Clock ........................page 6-22 Operating the Radio ....................page 6-24 Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player ..............
  • Page 142 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page142 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (142,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qPower/Volume/Sound Controls Display Audio control dial Power/Volume dial Turn the power/volume dial to the right to Power ON/OFF increase volume, to the left to decrease it. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
  • Page 143 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page143 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (143,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the Select the desired ALC mode. selected functions as follows: Mode Volume change Indication Turn Left Turn Right No change Select mode Minimum...
  • Page 144 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page144 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (144,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qClock Clock button Display Hour set button Minute set button Setting the time NOTE The clock can be set at any time when the To switch between '12Hr' and '24Hr' ignition switch is in the ACC or ON time displays, press the display switch position.
  • Page 145 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page145 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (145,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE If the power supply to the unit is interrupted (if the fuse blows or the vehicle's battery is disconnected), the clock will need to be reset. 6-23 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 146 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page146 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (146,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Channel preset buttons Band selector buttons Display Channel preset buttons Manual tuning dial Seek tuning buttons Traffic information button Auto memory button Radio ON Tuning Press a band selector button (...
  • Page 147 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page147 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (147,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Press and hold the auto memory button Seek tuning ) for about 2 seconds until a beep Pressing the seek tuning button ( sound is heard; the system will will cause the tuner to seek a higher or automatically scan and temporarily store lower frequency automatically.
  • Page 148 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page148 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (148,1) Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Compact Disc (CD) Player CD eject button CD slot Display Load button CD play button Fast-forward Folder up button button Folder down Reverse button button...
  • Page 149 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page149 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (149,1) Interior Comfort Audio System During MP3 CD playback NOTE (Track repeat) When the load button ( ) is pressed, 1. Press the repeat button ( ) during the CD will load and play even if the playback to play the current track CD eject button ( ) had been...
  • Page 150 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page150 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (150,1) Interior Comfort Audio System (CD random) MP3 CD 1. Press the random button ( ) during playback, and then press the button again within 3 seconds to play the tracks on the CD randomly.
  • Page 151 CD malfunction. Check the CD for damage, dirt, or smudges, and then properly reinsert. If the message appears again, take the unit to an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer for service. 6-29 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 152 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page152 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (152,1) Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the In-Dash CD Changer Channel preset buttons CD eject button Channel preset buttons Load button CD play button Fast-forward button CD slot Display Disc up/Folder up button...
  • Page 153 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page153 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (153,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Inserting CDs into desired tray number NOTE 1. Press and hold the load button ( When the CD is ejected during play, the for about 2 seconds until a beep sound next CD will be played automatically.
  • Page 154 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page154 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (154,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Folder search (during MP3 CD NOTE playback) CDs will be ejected starting with the To change to the previous folder, press the one with the lowest number. folder down button ( ) for less than 1.5 seconds, or press the folder up button...
  • Page 155 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page155 Friday, September 26 2008 3:6 PM Black plate (155,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Press the button again to cancel the MP3 CD random playback. During MP3 CD playback (Folder random) 1. Press the random button ( ) during Disc number/Track playback to play the tracks in the folder number/Elapsed time...
  • Page 156 CD malfunction. Check the CD for damage, dirt, or smudges, and then properly reinsert. If the message appears again, take the unit to an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer for service. 6-34 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 157 Solution Insert the CD properly. If the error indication CD is inserted upside down does not disappear, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer CHECK CD Insert another CD properly. If the error indication CD is defective...
  • Page 158: Interior Equipment

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page158 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (158,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors Interior Lights qOverhead Lights When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. Regular cab Sunvisor í...
  • Page 159: Cup Holder

    Using a cup holder as an ashtray is dangerous because it could cause a fire or damage the cup holder. NOTE Replacement ashtrays are available from an Authorised Ford Dealer if they are missing. 6-37 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 160 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page160 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (160,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qFront qRear (Except Regular Cab) The front cup holder is in the centre The rear cup holders are located at the console. rear of the centre console. Type A Cup holder Cup holder...
  • Page 161: Bottle Holder

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page161 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (161,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Bottle Holder Storage Compartments Bottle holders are on the inside of the WARNING doors. Keep storage boxes closed when driving: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous.
  • Page 162 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page162 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (162,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qHideaway Tray Small items can be placed in the tray of the centre console lid. To open it, pull the upper release latch. WARNING Do not use the hideaway tray while the vehicle is moving: Using the hideaway tray while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
  • Page 163: Accessory Sockets

    The ignition switch must be in the ACC do not use the socket for long periods or ON position. with the engine off or idling. Only use genuine Ford accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A). Cover...
  • Page 164 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page164 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (164,1) 6-42 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 165 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page165 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (165,1) In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency. Parking in an Emergency ............. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency ............7-2 Flat Tyre ..................7-3 Spare Tyre and Tool Storage .............
  • Page 166: Parking In An Emergency

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page166 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (166,1) In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution...
  • Page 167: Flat Tyre

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page167 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (167,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tyre Spare Tyre and Tool Storage Spare tyre and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Regular Cab Jack lever Jack Tool bag Wheel brace...
  • Page 168 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page168 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (168,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tyre Double Cab (4×2, Except Hi-Rider model) Jack lever Jack Tool bag Wheel brace Spare tyre Double Cab (4×4/Hi-Rider model) Jack lever B Jack lever A Jack Tool bag...
  • Page 169 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page169 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (169,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tyre qJack (RAS/Super Cab System) 1. Turn over the carpet and open the To remove the jack cover. (Regular Cab) 1. Move the lever forward and fold the seatback forward.
  • Page 170 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page170 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (170,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tyre 4×4/Hi-Rider model 4×4 Clamp Wing bolt Jack screw Jack holder (Double Cab) To secure the jack Perform the removal procedure in reverse. 1.
  • Page 171 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page171 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (171,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tyre 3. Slowly turn the jack lever or jack 4×2, Except Hi-Rider model handle anticlockwise until the spare tyre reaches the ground and the chain becomes loose.
  • Page 172: Changing A Flat Tyre

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page172 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (172,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tyre Changing a Flat Tyre WARNING NOTE Be sure to follow the directions for changing a tyre, and never get under a If the following occurs while driving, it vehicle that is supported only by a could indicate a flat tyre.
  • Page 173 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page173 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (173,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tyre qRemoving a Flat Tyre 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual 1. Loosen the wheel nuts by turning them transmission in Reverse (R) or 1, and anticlockwise one turn each, but don't turn off the engine.
  • Page 174 Before removing the wheel nuts, make sure your Ford is firmly in Jack lever B position and that it cannot slip or move. Wheel brace 7-10 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 175 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page175 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (175,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tyre qMounting the Spare Tyre 4×2, Except Hi-Rider model 1. Remove dirt and grime from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub, including the hub bolts, with a cloth.
  • Page 176 Do not apply oil or grease to wheel expert repairer, we recommend an nuts and bolts and do not tighten the Authorised Ford Repairer. wheel nuts beyond the recommended tightening torque: Nut tightening torque Applying oil or grease to wheel nuts N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf)
  • Page 177 Because the wheel studs and wheel nuts on your Ford have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous. On a metric stud, it would not secure the wheel and would...
  • Page 178: Overheating

    Stop the injury. engine and call an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Open the bonnet ONLY after steam is Repairer. no longer escaping from the engine: Steam from an overheated engine is 6.
  • Page 179 Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-14). CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected. The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are made. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer. 7-15 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 180: Emergency Starting

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page180 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (180,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work.
  • Page 181 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page181 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (181,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting WARNING Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode.
  • Page 182 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page182 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (182,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Connect leads in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order. Jumper leads Booster battery Discharged battery 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V 4.
  • Page 183: Push-Starting

    If the engine doesn't start the first time, try starting it several more times. If it still doesn't start, contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer. CAUTION Don't try starting the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. Doing so, could damage the starter.
  • Page 184: Emergency Towing

    We recommend that towing be done only Do not tow with sling-type equipment. by an expert repairer, we recommend an This could damage your vehicle. Use Authorised Ford Repairer or a commercial wheel-lift or flatbed equipment. tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 185: Towing/Tiedown Hooks

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page185 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (185,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Towing/Tiedown Hooks CAUTION Follow these instructions when towing CAUTION the 4×4 vehicles with all wheels on the ground or with the front wheels on the The towing hook should be used in ground and the rear wheels raised.
  • Page 186 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page186 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (186,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing 4×4/Hi-Rider Model Tiedown hooks 7-22 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 187 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page187 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (187,1) Maintenance and Care How to keep your Ford in top condition. Introduction .................. 8-2 Introduction ................8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ..............8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ............8-3 Owner Maintenance ..............8-7 Owner Maintenance Schedule ..........
  • Page 188: Introduction

    Authorised Ford technicians and genuine Ford parts are dedicated to your vehicle. Without this expertise and the parts that have been designed and made especially for your Ford, inadequate, incomplete, and insufficient servicing may result in problems. This could lead to vehicle damage or an accident and injuries.
  • Page 189: Scheduled Maintenance

    The ignition and fuel systems are highly important to the emission control system and to efficient engine operation. Don't tamper with them. All inspections and adjustments must be made by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer. Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 190 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page190 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (190,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule Number of months or kilometres, whichever comes first Maintenance Interval Months 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 Engine valve clearance...
  • Page 191 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page191 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (191,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometres, whichever comes first Maintenance Interval Months 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 Front and rear suspension and ball...
  • Page 192 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page192 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (192,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance *4 If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the following conditions, inspect or replace relevant items, such as oil, fluid, etc., twice as often as this table recommends. (e.g. For cooling system, inspect at every 10,000 km or 6 months instead of 20,000 km or 12 months.) a) Repeated short-distance driving b) Driving in dusty conditions...
  • Page 193: Owner Maintenance

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page193 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (193,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule qRoutine Service We highly recommend that these items be inspected daily, or at least every week. Engine Oil Level (page 8-11) Engine Coolant Level (page 8-14) Brake and Clutch Fluid Level (page 8-16) Washer Fluid Level (page 8-17)
  • Page 194: Owner Maintenance Precautions

    Improper do-it yourself maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage. For details, read the separate Ford Warranty statement provided with the vehicle. If you're unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer.
  • Page 195 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page195 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (195,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Do not leave items in the engine compartment: After you have finished checking or doing servicing in the engine compartment, do not forget and leave items such as tools or rags in the engine compartment. Tools or other items left in the engine compartment could cause engine damage or a fire leading to an unexpected accident.
  • Page 196: Engine Compartment Overview

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page196 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (196,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Fuel filter Engine oil filler cap Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Fuse block Air filter Battery Washer fluid reservoir Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir...
  • Page 197: Engine Oil

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page197 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (197,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Oil NOTE Changing the engine oil should be done by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer. 8-11 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 198 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page198 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (198,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qRecommended Oil The maintenance intervals can only be supported by the use of following oils (page 8-3). –30 –20 –10 –20 100 120 5W-30 10W-30 15W-40 8-12...
  • Page 199 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page199 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (199,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine oil viscosity, or thickness, has an effect on fuel economy and cold-weather operation (starting and oil flow). Low-viscosity engine oils can provide improved fuel economy and cold-weather performance.
  • Page 200: Engine Coolant

    NOTE qInspecting Coolant Level Changing the coolant should be done by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer. WARNING Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolant reservoir at Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment.
  • Page 201 If the coolant reservoir is empty or new the cooling system. coolant is required frequently, consult an Don't use a solution that contains expert repairer, we recommend an more than 60% antifreeze. Authorised Ford Repairer. This would reduce effectiveness. 8-15 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 202: Brake Fluid/Clutch Fluid

    Low brake/clutch fluid levels are expert repairer, we recommend an dangerous. Low levels could signal Authorised Ford Repairer. brake lining wear or a brake system leak. Your brakes could fail and cause an accident. If the fluid level is low, add fluid until it reaches MAX.
  • Page 203: Power Steering Fluid

    Use plain water if washer fluid is unavailable. The level must be kept between MIN and MAX. Visually examine the lines and hoses for leaks and damage. If new fluid is required frequently, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer. 8-17 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 204: Body Lubrication

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page204 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (204,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Body Lubrication Fuel Filter All moving points of the body, such as The fuel filter acts as a sedimentor that door and bonnet hinges and locks, should separates water from fuel.
  • Page 205: Wiper Blades

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page205 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (205,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Wiper Blades NOTE To prevent damage to the wiper arm CAUTION blades when raising both the driver and passenger side wiper arms, raise the Hot waxes applied by automatic car driver side wiper arm first.
  • Page 206 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page206 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (206,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION CAUTION To prevent damage to the windscreen Don't bend or discard the stiffeners. let the wiper arm down easily, don't let You need to use them again. it slap down on the windscreen.
  • Page 207: Battery

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page207 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (207,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING Read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting to ensure safe and correct handling: Always wear eye protection when working near the battery: Working without eye protection is dangerous.
  • Page 208 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page208 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (208,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode.
  • Page 209: Tyres

    If the battery gradually discharges Using any other tyre size than what is because of high electric load while the specified for your Ford (page 10-8) is vehicle is being used, recharge it as dangerous. It could seriously affect required by battery size and charger ride, handling, ground clearance, tyre capacity.
  • Page 210 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page210 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (210,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qTyre Rotation Inspect all tyre pressures monthly (including the spare) when the tyres are To equalize tread wear, rotate the tyres cold. Maintain recommended pressures every 10,000 km (6,000 miles), or 6 for the best ride, handling, and minimum months, or sooner if irregular wear...
  • Page 211 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page211 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (211,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance If a tyre wears evenly, a wear indicator CAUTION will appear as a solid band across the tread. Limited-Slip Differential system; Replace the tyre when this happens. don't use the following: Tread wear indicator Tyres not of the designated size...
  • Page 212 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page212 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (212,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qReplacing a Wheel WARNING Always use wheels of the correct size on your vehicle: Using a wrong-sized wheel is dangerous. Braking and handling could be affected, leading to loss of control and an accident.
  • Page 213: Light Bulbs

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page213 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (213,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs Overhead light/Map lights Side direction indicator lights (LED type) Side direction indicator lights (Bulb type) Front direction indicator lights Parking lights Fog lights Headlights High-mount brake lights Type A...
  • Page 214 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page214 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (214,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Remove the attachment nuts and WARNING washer fluid reservoir before replacing the right bulb. Never touch the glass portion of a halogen bulb with your bare hands and always wear eye protection when handling or working around the bulbs:...
  • Page 215 NOTE To replace the bulb, contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer. If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used. 5. Install the new socket and bulb...
  • Page 216 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page216 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (216,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Front direction indicator lights, Parking lights Parking lights 1. If you are changing a bulb in the right headlight unit, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all the way to the right, and turn off engine.
  • Page 217 LED bulbs should be 5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly replaced by an expert repairer, we anticlockwise and remove it. recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer. 6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. í High-mount brake light 1.
  • Page 218 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page218 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (218,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order Rear direction indicator lights of removal. Brake lights/Tail lights, Rear direction indicator lights, Reverse lights (Type A) 1.
  • Page 219 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page219 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (219,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 2. Remove the lens and disconnect the bulb. Brake lights /Tail lights Rear direction indicator lights Reverse lights 4.
  • Page 220: Fuses

    If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that system and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer as soon as possible. 3. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. 4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order qFuse Replacement of removal.
  • Page 221 If it does not fit tightly, have an expert install it. We recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer. If you have no spare fuses, borrow one of the same rating from a circuit not essential to vehicle operation, such as the CIGAR circuit.
  • Page 222 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page222 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (222,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. If any fuse but the MAIN fuse is blown, replace it with a new one of the same amperage rating. Normal Blown 8-36 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 223 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page223 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (223,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qFuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING MAIN 80 A For protection of all circuits í GLOW 60 A Glow plug í...
  • Page 224 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page224 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (224,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse block (Driver's side) FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING í CIGAR 20 A Radio, Remote control mirror , Power out let SEAT R.WIP WIPER 15 A Windscreen wiper and washer í...
  • Page 225 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page225 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (225,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING HEAD LH 15 A Headlight (Left) í 15 A Front fog lights TAIL 10 A Tail lights, Parking lights, Number plate lights ROOM 15 A Overhead lights, Audio...
  • Page 226: Appearance Care

    Prevention Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions drift into the air and mix with rain or dew It is necessary to have your Ford washed to form acids. These acids can settle on a and waxed to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section.
  • Page 227 Prevention Chipped paint can lead to rust It is necessary to wash and wax your forming on your Ford. Before this vehicle to preserve its finish according to happens, repair the damage by using the instructions in this section. These...
  • Page 228: Exterior Care

    NOTE the underside of the wings, and make sure Ford is not responsible for scratches the drain holes in the lower edges of the caused by automatic car washes or doors and rocker panels are clean.
  • Page 229 Repair damage to the finish caused by stone chipping, damage during parking WARNING etc., by using Ford touch-up paint before rust begins to form. First, remove the dirt and grease with a clean soft cloth. Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly...
  • Page 230 We recommend that you consult an expert to be damaged with time. Check this repairer, we recommend an Authorised coating periodically. Ford Repairer concerning this additional precaution. An expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer are well qBright-Metal Maintenance informed on how repairs should be made.
  • Page 231: Interior Care

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page231 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (231,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qCleaning the Upholstery and Interior Care Interior Trim qInstrument panel Precautions Vinyl Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl and cosmetic oils from contacting the with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
  • Page 232 WARNING Have an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer replace damaged seat belts immediately: Using damaged seat belts is dangerous. In a collision, damaged belts cannot provide adequate protection.
  • Page 233 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page233 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (233,1) Customer Information Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment. Warranty ..................9-2 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country ....... 9-2 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ......9-3 Cell Phones ..................
  • Page 234: Warranty

    Parts, servicing techniques, and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehicle may be unavailable. There might not be an Authorised Ford Dealer in the country you plan to take your vehicle. The Ford warranty is valid only in certain countries.
  • Page 235: Add-On Non-Genuine Parts And Accessories

    Warranty Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories Please note that technical alterations to the original state of your Ford vehicle can affect the safety of the vehicle. Such technical alterations include not only the use of unsuitable spare parts, but also accessories, fittings or attachments, including rims and tyres.
  • Page 236: Cell Phones

    RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page236 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (236,1) Customer Information Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communication equipment in vehicles in your State or Province: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
  • Page 237 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page237 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (237,1) Specifications Technical information about your Ford. Identification Numbers ............... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ............. 10-2 Specifications ................10-3 Specifications ................10-3 10-1 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 238 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page238 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (238,1) Identification Numbers qVehicle Emission Control Vehicle Information Labels Information Label qModel Plate Forward Forward qTyre Pressure Label qChassis Number qEngine Number Forward 10-2 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 239 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page239 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (239,1) Specifications Specifications qEngine Specification Item 2.5L TDCi engine 3.0L TDCi engine Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder Bore × Stroke 93.0 × 92.0 mm (3.66 × 3.62 in) 96.0 × 102.0 mm (3.78 × 4.02 in) Displacement 2,499 ml (2,499 cc, 152.4 cu in) 2,953 ml (2,953 cc, 180.2 cu in)
  • Page 240 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page240 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (240,1) Specifications Lubricant Classification Manual MTF Type A transmission oil Automatic transmission Mercon® V fluid Manual transmission MTF Type A Transfer case oil (4×4) Automatic transmission Mercon® V GL-5 Above _ 18 °C (0 °F) Service Front differential oil...
  • Page 241 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page241 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (241,1) Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Capacity With oil filter 7.0 L (7.4 US qt, 6.2 Imp qt) replacement Engine oil Without oil filter 6.8 L (7.2 US qt, 6.0 Imp qt) replacement Coolant 8.8 L (9.3 US qt, 7.7 Imp qt)
  • Page 242 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page242 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (242,1) Specifications RAS/Super Cab Manual transmission Vehicle specification Item 4×2 4×4 Except Hi-Rider Hi-Rider Without rear 5,080 mm (200.0 in) 5,080 mm (200.0 in) 5,080 mm (200.0 in) step bumper Overall length With rear step 5,173 mm (203.7 in)
  • Page 243 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page243 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (243,1) Specifications Automatic transmission Vehicle specification Item 4×2 4×4 Without rear step 5,080 mm (200.0 in) 5,080 mm (200.0 in) bumper Overall length With rear step bumper 5,173 mm (203.7 in) 5,173 mm (203.7 in) Overall width 1,715 mm (67.5 in)
  • Page 244 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page244 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (244,1) Specifications Type A Type B Interior light Category Light bulb Wattage ECE R Overhead light í Map lights qTyres Sample tyre mark and its meaning Nominal section width Mud and snow Nominal aspect ratio in % Speed symbol Construction code...
  • Page 245 1 person's weight: About 75 kg NOTE The tyres have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle. When replacing tyres, Ford recommends that you replace tyres of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorised Ford dealer. qFuses Refer to the fuse rating on page 8-34.
  • Page 246 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page246 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (246,1) 10-10 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 247 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page247 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (247,1) Index 11-1 Form No.F8M1-10-08I...
  • Page 248 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page248 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (248,1) Index Accessory Socket ......6-41 Brakes Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..5-7 Accessories ......... 9-3 Foot brake ........5-4 Aerial ..........6-10 Pad wear indicator ......5-8 Air Bag Systems .......
  • Page 249 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page249 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (249,1) Index Emergency Starting ......7-16 Four-Wheel Drive Jump-starting ......7-16 (4×4) Operation (With Remote Free- Running out of fuel ....7-19 Wheel System) ......5-14, 5-20 Emergency Towing ......7-20 Indicator lights ....
  • Page 250 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page250 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (250,1) Index Ignition Lighting Control ....... 5-39 Keys ..........3-2 Load Rest Stopper ......3-17 Switch .......... 5-2 Lubricant Quality ......10-3 Immobilizer System ......3-18 Indicator Lights ......... 5-29 4×4 ..........
  • Page 251 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page251 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (251,1) Index Rear Access Panel ....... 3-9 Tachometer ........5-27 Rear Door Child Safety Locks .... 3-8 Tailgate ..........3-15 Rear Quarter Windows ..... 3-12 Theft-Deterrent System ..... 3-20 Rear Seat ..........2-5 Tiedown Rear Window Defroster ....
  • Page 252 RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page252 Friday, September 26 2008 3:7 PM Black plate (252,1) Index Warning Lights ......... 5-29 ABS ..........5-31 Air bag system ......5-33 Brake system ......5-31 Charging system ......5-32 Check engine ......5-33 Door-ajar ........5-34 Engine oil pressure ..... 5-32 Front seat belt pretensioner system ........

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