1996 FORD RANGER ECU

Features
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[FV25301(R )08/94]4.
Release the lever to lock the seat in its new position. Make
sure the seat locks securely in place.
[FV25800(R )08/94]
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Adjusting the bench seat
[FV25900(R )10/94]
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Adjusting the bucket seat
[FV25910(R )08/94]
SuperCab
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[FV25920(ALL)06/95]
To move the front seat forward or rearward:
[FV25930(ALL)08/94]1.
Find the adjustment bar at lower front of the front seat.
[FV25940(ALL)10/94]2.
Lift bar upward to unlatch the seat.
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[FV25950(ALL)08/95]3.
Move the seat to the desired position.
[FV25960(ALL)10/94]4.
Release the bar to latch the seat in its new position. Make
sure the seat latches securely in place.
[FV25970(ALL)10/94]
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Adjusting the bucket seat
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[FV26001(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the
vehicle is moving.
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[FV26100(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid
injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.
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[FV26200(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision, always
drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap
belt snug and low across the hips.
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[FV67400(R )06/94]
To remove the automatic transmission consolette:
[FV67500(R )09/92]1.
Pull the adjustable portion of each cupholder from the
consolette.
[FV67600(R )09/92]2.
Remove the rubber pad at the bottom of each cupholder.
[FV67700(R )09/92]3.
Using a quarter, turn the slotted head at the bottom of each
cupholder 90Ê (one quarter turn).
[FV67800(R )09/92]4.
Lift the consolette from the floor and secure it in a safe
place.
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[FV69900(ALL)03/95]
Power Point Electrical Outlet
[FV70000(ALL)08/94]
The power point outlet should be used in place of the cigarette
lighter for optional electrical accessories.
[FV70100(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the
cigarette lighter. Use the power point.
[FV70200(ALL)10/94]
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Power point electrical outlet
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Driving Your Ranger
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[DR09100(ALL)01/95]
Once you place the gearshift securely into position, gradually
release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary.
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[DR09110(ALL)01/95]
NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock
feature. This feature prevents you from shifting from
P (Park) unless you have the brake pedal depressed.
(The ignition must be in the ON position.) If you
cannot shift from P (Park) with the brake pedal
depressed:
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[DR09120(ALL)01/95]1.
Apply the parking brake.
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[DR09130(ALL)01/95]2.
Remove the key.
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[DR09140(ALL)08/95]3.
Insert the key and rotate it one position clockwise (ignition
in the OFF position).
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[DR09150(ALL)08/95]4.
Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral). (If the
vehicle is shifted back to P [Park], you must repeat the
previous steps.)
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[DR09160(ALL)01/95]5.
Start the vehicle.
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[DR09165(ALL)07/95]
If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the alternate
procedure described above, it is possible that a fuse has blown
and that your brakelamps may also not be functional. Please
refer to the chapter titledServicing Your Rangerin this Owner
Guide for instructions on checking and replacing fuses.
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[DR09170(ALL)09/95]
RWARNING
DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY
THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING.
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[DR09200(ALL)01/95]
R (Reverse)
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[DR09300(ALL)08/95]
With the gearshift in the R (Reverse) position, the vehicle will
move backward. You should always come to a complete stop
before shifting into or out of R (Reverse).
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[DR10500(ALL)01/95]
P (Park)
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[DR10600(ALL)03/94]
Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park).
This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear
wheels from turning. To securely latch the gearshift in the P
(Park) position, pull it toward you, push it completely
counterclockwise against the stop, and then push it toward the
instrument panel.
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[DR10650(ALL)03/94]
The gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) if you cannot rotate
it in a clockwise direction without lifting it toward you.
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[DR10700(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
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[DR10740(R )05/95]
With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle is free to move
with either the automatic transmission in P (Park) or with the
manual transmission in any driving gear.
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[DR10750(R )05/95]
RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer
case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking
brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the
vehicle.
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[DR10800(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running.
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[DR11100(ALL)06/94]
Forced Downshifts
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[DR11200(ALL)04/95]
To gain extra acceleration in
jOverdrive or Drive (O/D OFF),
push the accelerator to the floor. The transmission will
automatically downshift to the appropriate gear: third, second
or first.
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Driving Your Ranger
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[DR24930(ALL)05/95]
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Parking brake
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[DR24950(ALL)03/95]
RWARNING
When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the
parking brake. Turn the key to LOCK whenever you
leave your vehicle. Always set the parking brake fully
and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual
transmission). Never leave your vehicle unattended while
it is running. If you do not take these precautions, your
vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone.
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[DR24970(R )05/95]
With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle is free to move
with either the automatic transmission in P (Park) or with the
manual transmission in any driving gear.
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188engine and transmission, causing damage to both. In addition,
other vehicle systems and components may also be damaged.
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[DR27975(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (55 km/h). The
tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
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[DR28050(ALL)03/95]
Driving With a Heavy Load
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[DR28101(ALL)01/95]
There are limits to the amount of weight your vehicle can carry
or tow. The total weight of your vehicle, plus the weight of the
passengers and cargo, should never be more than the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight that your
vehicle carries over the front axle and rear axle should never be
more than the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the
respective axle.
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[DR28150(ALL)08/95]
The weight limits of your vehicle's tires affect the GVWR or
GAWR limitations. Usage of replacement tires with higher
weight limits than originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR.
Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may lower GVWR
and GAWR limitations.
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[DR28201(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
If the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label is exceeded, your vehicle
may be damaged or you may lose control and injure
someone.
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[DR28350(R )03/91]
Securing loads in cargo area
[DR28400(R )11/92]
To prevent damage to the pickup box and cab, secure any
movable cargo pieces using ropes or straps and the tie down
holes in the stake pockets of the steel pickup box or the tie
down hooks inside the Splash pickup box.
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Driving Your Ranger
189
[DR28450(R )06/94]
Secure all items in cargo area to prevent them from falling out
and creating a safety hazard on the roadway.
[DR28500(R )10/95]
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Cargo tie-down holes
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