Page 1 Manual heating and air conditioning Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Table of Contents...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) Cleaning 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
Page 5 Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 6 Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 7 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may...
Page 8 Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. To the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recording applies to SYNC or its...
Page 9 WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 10 Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) See Owner’s Guide Airbag - Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Parking Brake System...
Page 11 Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil Engine Coolant...
Page 12: Instrument Cluster
WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 13 Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster BRAKE...
Page 14 (if equipped): Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 15 Four wheel drive high (if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. It may also illuminate when the 4WD LOW is engaged. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
Page 16: Gauges
Door ajar warning chime: Sounds when any door is opened (or not fully closed). Parking brake on warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). GAUGES 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 17 0.0 miles (kilometers). To switch between trip and odometer, press and release the control. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
Page 18 The arrow near the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 19: Entertainment Systems
TONE WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 20 To set the minutes, press and hold CLK until CLOCK SET appears in the display. Continue to hold CLK as you press TUNE to decrease increase the minutes. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) AM/FM...
Page 21 (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 22 • DELETE SONG: Press SEEK from the system’s memory. Press saved songs. When the song title appears in the display that you 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) or preset #6 to enter category mode.
Page 23 MENU to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Next/previous directory: In MP3 mode, press the previous/next directory. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems or preset #6. The song will or preset #6...
Page 24 Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) MENU...
Page 25 For further information on Auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 26 If a CD is already present in the system, the disc will begin to play. 17. CD slot: Insert a CD label side Premium / Premium sound In-dash CD6/MP3 disc satellite compatible audio systems (if equipped) 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 27 WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 28 When the song appears in the display that you would like to replace, press SEEK appear in the display. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) to cycle through the or preset #6 to enter category mode.
Page 29 MENU and right speakers. FADE: Press MENU to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems or preset #6 to delete a song title MENU to cycle through the or preset #6.
Page 30 12. FF (Fast forward): Press to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. 13. REW (Rewind): Press to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) to go to to scroll through the list of...
Page 31 In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to view the Satellite text message. Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press and hold again to stop. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 32: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)-(if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 33 4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control (play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 34 CD/CD player care • Handle discs by their edges only. (Never touch the playing surface). • Inspect discs before playing. • Clean only with an approved CD cleaner. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 35 CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.
Page 36 • MP3 flat file mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc. The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) from T001 to a maximum of T255. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 37 (all .mp3 files will be played, regardless of being in a specific folder. In directory mode, the system will only play the .mp3 files in the current folder. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems .mp3...
Page 38: Satellite Radio Information
Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
Page 39 INVALID CHNL Channel no longer available. UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not available for this channel. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems Action Required No action required. This message should disappear shortly. If this message does...
Page 40 UPDATING Update of channel programming in CALL SIRIUS Satellite service has 1–888–539–7474 been deactivated by SIRIUS satellite 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Condition Action Required Artist information not available. available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly.
Page 41: Climate Controls
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Climate Controls position.
Page 42: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” using the outside air inlet vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) position.
Page 43 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 44: Lights
Pull the headlamp control towards you to turn fog lamps on. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever toward you to deactivate. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 45 Move the control up or down to adjust the intensity of the panel lighting. Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on the interior lamps. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights...
Page 46 Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground (2) and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) long horizontal line on the wall or screen (1) at this height (masking tape works well). 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 47 8. Locate the horizontal adjuster for each headlamp. Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise, to place the left edge of the high intensity area even with the vertical line corresponding to the headlamp under adjustment. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 48: Turn Signal Control
Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions. Examples of acceptable condensation are: • Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets) • Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 49 (if equipped) Map/dome-Regular Cab (if equipped) All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights Trade number 3157 A (amber)
Page 50 4. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise and slide the ring off the plastic base. 5. Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out of the lamp. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 51 2. At the back of the headlamp, pry up the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward. 3. Remove bolt(s) from lamp assembly and disengage lamp assembly. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights...
Page 52 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the tailgate to expose the lamp assemblies. 2. Remove the four screws and the lamp assembly from vehicle. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 53 2. Remove the bulb socket from lamp assembly by rotating it counterclockwise. 3. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 54 2. Twist the socket counterclockwise and remove. 3. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 55: Driver Controls
Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 56 Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. The auxiliary power points are located on the instrument panel. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 57: Power Windows
Press and pull the window switches to open and close windows. • Press down (to the first detent) and hold the switch to open. • Pull up and hold the switch to close. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 58: Mirrors
2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 59: Speed Control
2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press and release SET+. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 60 Press and release the CST- to decrease the set speed in 1 mph (1.6 km/h) increments. • Press the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped) until the desired vehicle speed is reached, then press and release SET+. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 61 BEDRAILS (IF EQUIPPED) • This bedrail is for appearance use only. WARNING: To help prevent injury, do not use bedrail to retain cargo. • Retain cargo with the pickup tiedown hooks. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 62: Locks And Security
33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 63 Press again or turn the ignition to the on position to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to timeout in three minutes. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
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Page 65 The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the on position, or • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 66: Anti-Theft System
Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues.
Page 67 • If no previously programmed coded keys are available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 68 If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 69: Seating And Safety Restraints
• a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 70 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 71 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 72 (SRS) section for additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. Lift the release bar to move seat forward or backward. Ensure that the seat is locked into place. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 73 Passenger side rear access Pull up on the recliner handle. The seat will lean forward. Lift the release bar to move the seat forward to access the rear area of the cab. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 74 WARNING: Booster seats must be installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap/shoulder belt. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 75: Safety Restraints
Front airbags and pretensioners are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollovers, side-impacts, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 76 If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 77 Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System™ is not required. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 78 Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 79 (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 80 Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. For the rear jump seat, shorten and fold the belt into the seat when not in use. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 81 This mode should be used any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front seat. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 82 “automatic locking retractor” feature) must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all safety belts should be checked for proper function. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 83 Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front outboard passenger. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. • Regular Cab and 4–door Super 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 84 Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 85 If the Belt-Minder warnings have expired (warnings for approximately five minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the Belt-Minder feature. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Then...
Page 86 3 mph (5 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Then... The Belt-Minder feature will not activate.
Page 87 “Safety belts don’t work” “Traffic is light” “Belts wrinkle my clothes” “The people I’m with don’t wear belts” 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Consider... 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare”...
Page 88 Read Steps 1 - 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure. Note: The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder features must be disabled/enabled separately. Both cannot be disable/enabled during the same key cycle. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Consider... Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts.
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Page 90: Airbags
Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 91 WARNING: Do not put anything on or over the airbag module. Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 92 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 way back. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 93 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Front seating positions only: If seating two adults and a child, Ford recommends properly restraining the child in the center front seating position, but only if doing so will not interfere with driving the vehicle. This arrangement provides lap and shoulder belt and airbag protection for adult occupants and an attachment method for a child restraint.
Page 94 The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger’s frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or not. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 95 If the child restraint has been installed and the indicator is not lit, then turn the vehicle off, remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer’s directions. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 96 Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 97 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this owner’s guide.
Page 98 WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See an authorized dealer. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 99 Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 100 Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners) Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 101: Child Restraints
Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 102 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 103 If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) below by “X”...
Page 104 All children are shaped differently. The child height, age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 105 Seating and Safety Restraints training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 106 Perform the following steps when installing the child seat with combination lap/shoulder belts: Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 107 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 108 It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle. Sometimes, a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 109 (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with your local St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST.
Page 110 The tether anchors in your vehicle are located on the back of the front seat cushion. The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): • Bucket seats 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 111 Perform the following steps to install a child safety seat with tether anchors: 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. 2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 112 3. Clip the tether strap to the anchor. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 113 If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, Ford also recommends its use. Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit of the vehicle safety belt.
Page 114 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fit better.
Page 115 • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 116 It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 117 Refer to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced.
Page 118: Tires, Wheels And Loading
A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 119 All other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 120 Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Page 121 TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service, but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 122 INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 123: Tire Inflation
Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge.
Page 124 6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 125 If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional. Tires can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is also recommended. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 126 This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall. Tire replacement requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 127 (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door.
Page 128 The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Page 129 Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 130 In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire. 3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 131 “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 132 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) ⁄...
Page 133 4. Maximum Load Single lb (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 134 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 135: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 136 The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using an accurate tire gauge, refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 137 To restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on your vehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 138 Solid Warning Tire(s) Light under-inflated Spare tire in TPMS malfunction 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Customer Action Required 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly inflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter.
Page 139 Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Customer Action Required Your temporary spare tire is in use.
Page 140: Vehicle Loading
WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 141 Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 142 GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 143 The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 144 WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 145 GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 146 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 147: Trailer Towing
Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 148 4.10 transmission 2.3L w/automatic 4.10 transmission 4.0L w/manual 3.55 transmission 4.0L w/automatic 3.55 transmission 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Regular Cab Maximum Maximum trailer GCWR - lb weight - lb (kg) (kg) 4800 (2177) 1540 (698)
Page 149 4.10 transmission 2.3L w/automatic 4.10 transmission 4.0L w/manual 3.55 transmission 4.0L w/automatic 3.55 transmission 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Maximum Maximum trailer GCWR - lb weight - lb (kg) (kg) 4800 (2177) 1260 (572) 5500 (2495)
Page 150 Rear axle ratio 2–Door Payload Package 1 without Jump Seat 4.0L w/manual 3.55 transmission 4.0L w/automatic 3.55 transmission 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Maximum Maximum trailer GCWR - lb weight - lb (kg) (kg) 7000 (3175)
Page 151 4.0L w/manual transmission 4.0L w/automatic transmission 4–Door without Jump Seat 4.0L w/manual transmission 4.0L w/automatic transmission 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Maximum Maximum trailer GCWR - lb weight - lb (kg) (kg) 7000 (3175) 3160 (1433)
Page 152 WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Maximum...
Page 153 Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 154 Use of any type of hitch extensions should be considered abuse. Trailer tow connector The trailer tow connector is located under the rear bumper, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 155 If this occurs, reduce speed until the coolant temperature returns to the normal range. Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Comment...
Page 156 • do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. • do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 157: Recreational Towing
It is recommended to tow your vehicle with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 158 In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. CAMPER BODIES Your Ranger Pickup is not recommended for slide–in camper bodies. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 159: Driving
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 160 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 161 Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 162 120 volt A/C electrical source. The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C). 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 163 Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 164: Brakes
ABS warning light will come on. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 165 Even when the ABS is disabled, normal braking is still effective. If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately by an authorized dealer. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving BRAKE...
Page 166 Pull the release lever to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) BRAKE...
Page 167: Advancetrac
AdvanceTrac with RSC system provides the following stability enhancement features for certain driving situations: • Traction control system (TCS), which functions to help avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of traction. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 168 Traction control is a driver aid feature that helps your vehicle maintain traction of the wheels, typically when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) and the “sliding car off”...
Page 169 • Entering a paved road from a gravel road, or vice versa • Cornering while towing a heavily loaded trailer (refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter). 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 170 RSC button again will turn off the “sliding car off” icon. In R (Reverse), ABS and the engine traction control and brake traction control features will continue to function; however, ESC and RSC are disabled. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 171 Check for a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer. • Do not fill the power steering fluid reservoir above the MAX mark on the reservoir. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 172 Over-loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 173 WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 174: Transmission Operation
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 175 Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Drive) with Overdrive or D (Drive) without Overdrive. • Press the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving ON/OFF...
Page 176 These actions will severely reduce the life of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 177 R (Reverse). Note: The gearshift lever can only be moved into R (Reverse) by moving it from left of 3 (Third) and 4 (Fourth) before shifting into R (Reverse). 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 178 Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. Four–wheel drive (4WD) supplies power to all four wheels. 4WD should not be operated on dry pavement; driveline damage may occur. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 179 Note: Some noise may be heard as the 4WD system shifts or engages. This is normal and should be no reason for concern. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 180 • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 181 WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 182 Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be found in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. You should become thoroughly familiar with this information before you operate your vehicle. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 183 After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 184 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
Page 185 Your vehicle is equipped with a Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS); apply the brake steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 186 Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover).
Page 187 Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 188: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: •...
Page 189: Hazard Flasher Control
Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-665-2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.
Page 190: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 191 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Cartridge Maxi...
Page 192 Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating — 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 11 12 13 14 17 18 20 21 22 23 24 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35...
Page 193 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating — 30A cartridge fuse — — 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Cluster air bag indicator Cluster (RUN/START), 4x4 module (RUN/START) Passenger compartment fuse panel (Logic power)
Page 194 Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Passenger Compartment Fuse...
Page 195 Rating 40A** — 40A** — 50A** — 30A** — 40A** — 30A** 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Power Distribution Box Description Passenger compartment fuse panel Not used Passenger compartment fuse panel Not used Passenger compartment fuse...
Page 196 30A* — 15A* — 30A* — — — — 7.5A* 15A* 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Power Distribution Box Description Not used Blower motor (climate control) Not used Not used Not used Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Page 197 — — — — — — — — * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Power Distribution Box Description Not used Automatic transmission Trailer tow (left turn) Engine fan relay coil, A/C relay...
Page 198 Rating 40A** — 40A** — 50A** — 30A** — 40A** — 30A** 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Passenger compartment fuse panel Not used Passenger compartment fuse panel Not used Passenger compartment fuse panel Not used...
Page 199 — 15A* — 30A* — — — — 7.5A* 15A* — 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits Not used Blower motor (climate control) Not used Not used Not used Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Page 200 — — — — — — * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Automatic transmission Trailer tow (left turn) A/C relay coil, IAC, Mass air flow sensor, Heated exhaust gas...
Page 201 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 202 • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 203 TPMS sensor, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 204 • One handle extension and one typical extension. To assemble, slide parts together. To disconnect, press the button and pull apart. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Location Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper...
Page 205 Forward motion will stop and resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged. 4. Turn the handle counterclockwise until tire is lowered to the ground and the cable is slightly slack. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 206 (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 207 4. Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 1 inch (25 mm) off the ground. • Front 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 208 9. Stow the flat tire. Refer to Stowing the flat/spare tire. 10. Stow the jack and lug wrench. Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. 11. Unblock the wheels. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 209 8. Install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the access hole above the rear bumper with the spare tire lock key (if equipped) and jack handle. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 210: Wheel Lug Nut Torque
20 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.
Page 211 Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 212 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 213 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 214 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 215 After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 216: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground and the rear wheels off the ground.
Page 217 Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 218: Customer Assistance
A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford.
Page 219 • The name of the authorized dealer and city where located • The vehicle’s current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states.
Page 220 Dearborn, MI 48126 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing...
Page 221 (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 222 CAMVAP decisions are fast, fair, and final as the arbitrator’s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada. CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces. For more information, without charge or obligation, call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1-800-207-0685.
Page 223 If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest authorized dealer. If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you, they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office. If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S.
Page 224: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);...
Page 225: Cleaning
• Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 226 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 227 • Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the area in and around these locations. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 2.3L I4 ENGINE 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 228 Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 229 3. If necessary, apply more soap and water solution or cleaning product to a clean, white, cotton cloth and press the cloth onto the soiled area–allow this to set at room temperature for 30 minutes. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 230 Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 231 FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs;...
Page 232: Maintenance And Specifications
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal, place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 233 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 234: Engine Compartment
4. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 9. Battery 10. Power steering fluid reservoir 11. Air filter assembly 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 235 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Power distribution box 7. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 8. Battery 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 10. Air filter assembly 11. Engine coolant reservoir 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 236 Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash.
Page 237: Engine Oil
ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 238 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • 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. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 239 • 2.3L I4 engine • 4.0L V6 engine • Oil levels above the upper hole or MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 240 Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Page 241 Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
Page 242: Battery
Maintenance and Specifications Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
Page 243 3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 244: Engine Coolant
FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 245 • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. • 2.3L engine 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 246 When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 247 Note: The 4.0L V6 engine uses the overflow system, and the 2.3L I4 engine uses the degas system. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 248 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing...
Page 249 Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 250 WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. WARNING: Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 251 Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 252 The check fuel cap light may not reset immediately; it may take several driving cycles for 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) comes on, the fuel filler cap may not be...
Page 253 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford, Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is not used. WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
Page 254 Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use “Regular”...
Page 255 For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 256 Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 257 • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 258 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Page 259 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly. 3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. See Fuel filler cap in this chapter. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) indicator, charging system...
Page 260 I/M testing; if the service engine soon solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 261 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C). 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 262 If the fluid level drops, refill the fluid level to the step in the reservoir. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Ford specifications. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label.
Page 263 6. Remove the dipstick, wipe clean with a dry lint free rag. 7. Install and fully seat the dipstick into the filler tube. 8. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. Level should be in the cross-hatched area. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 264 Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 265 5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Clean the filler plug.
Page 266: Air Filter(S)
4. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 5. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 267: Part Numbers
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
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Page 272: Engine Data
Spark plug gap (1.25–1.35 mm) Compression ratio 9.7:1 Engine drivebelt routing • 2.3L I4 engine with A/C • 2.3L I4 engine without A/C 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 4.0L V6 engine 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 EDIS 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42 mm)
Page 273 Maintenance and Specifications • 4.0L V6 engine with A/C • 4.0L V6 engine without A/C 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 274 Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX...
Page 275 You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Five-speed automatic (5R44E/5R55E) Five-speed manual (HD) Five-speed manual (R1) 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Code...
Page 276: Accessories
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
Page 277 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Accessories...
Page 278: Ford Extended Service Plan
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind” protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage.
Page 279 Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
Page 280 Ford Extended Service Plan 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 281: Index
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...32 Auxiliary power point ...56 Axle lubricant specifications ...268 refill capacities ...268 Battery ...242 acid, treating emergencies ...242 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index jumping a disabled battery ...210 maintenance-free ...242 replacement, specifications ...267 servicing ...242...
Page 282 Program ...221 Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ...45 Dipstick engine oil ...237 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...266 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving under special conditions ...178, 181, 184 sand ...183 snow and ice ...185 through water ...183, 187...
Page 283 Headlamps ...44 aiming ...46 bulb specifications ...49 daytime running lights ...45 flash to pass ...45 high beam ...44 replacing bulbs ...50 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index turning on and off ...44 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...41–42...
Page 284 Oil (see Engine oil) ...237 Parking brake ...166 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...267 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...76 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...194 Power door locks ...62 Power mirrors ...58–59 Power point ...56...
Page 285 ...268 Speed control ...59 Starting your vehicle ...159–161 jump starting ...210 Steering wheel tilting ...56 Tilt steering wheel ...56 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tires, Wheels and Loading ...135 Tires ...120–121, 201...
Page 286 Index camper bodies ...158 Ventilating your vehicle ...162 Warning lights (see Lights) ...12 Washer fluid ...236 Water, Driving through ...187 2010 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Windows power ...57 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...55 checking and adding fluid ...236 replacing wiper blades ...237...

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