1996 FORD RANGER brakes

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[SV36300(ALL)03/95]
Brake Fluid
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[SV36350(ALL)05/90]
Your vehicle is equipped with a brake fluid level indicator in
the master cylinder which lights the BRAKE warning light on
the instrument panel when the brake fluid level is low.
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[SV36400(ALL)03/95]
Under normal circumstances, your vehicle should not use up
brake fluid rapidly. However, expect the level of the brake fluid
to slowly fall as you put more mileage on your vehicle and the
brake pads wear.
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[SV36500(ALL)08/95]
Check the brake fluid at least once a year. You can do this by
looking at the fluid level in the plastic brake fluid reservoir on
the master cylinder. The fluid level should be at or near the
MAX mark.
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[SV36550(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Brake fluid is toxic.
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[SV36560(ALL)07/95]
If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for
15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken
internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical
attention immediately.
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[SV36600(ALL)03/95]
If the fluid is low, carefully clean and remove the cap from the
reservoir. Fill the reservoir to the MAX line with Ford High
Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AA,
C6AZ-19542-BA, or equivalent DOT 3 fluid meeting Ford
specification ESA-M6C25-A.
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[SV36850(ALL)12/91]
NOTE: If brake fluid is spilled on painted surfaces, it must
be flushed and wiped away immediately. Brake fluid
may dissolve the paint finish on your vehicle.
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[SV36900(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you will
cause permanent damage to your brakes.
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Servicing Your Ranger
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[SV37000(ALL)01/95]
Do not fill the reservoir above the MAX line.
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[SV37100(ALL)01/95]
If you find that the fluid level is excessively low Ð below the
seam or ridge on the outside of the plastic reservoir Ð have the
brake system inspected.
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[SV37200(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry.
This may cause the brakes to fail.
[SV37500(ALL)04/94]
7-1/2 pica art:0020382-C
Brake master cylinder
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[SV37600(ALL)03/95]
Power Steering Fluid
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[SV37700(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at least twice a
year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[SV37800(ALL)03/95]
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
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[SV37900(ALL)02/95]1.
Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid
reaches normal operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will be at the right temperature when the engine
coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster is near
the center of the NORMAL operating temperature range.
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[SV38000(ALL)01/95]2.
While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel back and
forth several times. Make sure that the cap assembly is
installed at this time.
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[SV38100(ALL)05/95]3.
Turn the engine off.
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Battery
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[SV58500(ALL)01/95]
n
Check and recharge as necessary.
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[SV58600(ALL)01/95]
n
Keep connections clean and covered with a light coat of
grease.
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[SV58700(ALL)01/95]
Brakes
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[SV58800(ALL)01/95]
n
Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
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[SV58900(ALL)01/95]
Tires
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[SV59000(ALL)05/95]
n
Maintain recommended air pressure.
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[SV59100(ALL)01/95]
Miscellaneous
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[SV59200(ALL)01/95]
n
Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and clevis pins under
vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust.
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[SV59300(ALL)03/95]
n
Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to
lubricate working parts and prevent corrosion.
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Audio system (see Electronic sound system)....... 127
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)............ 82
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive............ 158
fluid, adding.................... 301
fluid, checking................... 300
fluid, specification.................. 331
Axle
lubricant specifications................ 331
traction lok...................186, 289
B
Backing up...................... 157
Basic vehicle warranty.................. 3
Battery
acid, treating emergencies............219, 298
battery saver.................... 107
charging system warning light............. 62
disconnecting.................... 222
how to service................... 297
jumping a disabled battery.............. 219
maintenance-free.................. 297
proper disposal, recycling.............. 298
replacement, specifications.............. 330
servicing...................... 297
voltage gauge.................. 62,64
when storing your vehicle.............. 336
Brake fluid
brake warning light.................. 56
checking and adding................ 304
description..................... 304
specifications.................... 331
Brakes
adjustment..................... 177
anti-lock...................... 177
applying the brakes................. 182
brake warning light.................. 56
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Index
Brakes (continued)
fluid, checking and adding.............. 304
fluid, refill capacities................ 304
fluid, specifications................. 331
front disc...................... 177
if brakes do not grip well.............. 181
master cylinder................... 304
new brake linings................... 5
noise......................177, 181
parking...................... 182
power braking................... 177
rear anti-lock.................... 178
servicing....................181, 304
stopping distances................182, 184
trailer....................... 214
when storing your vehicle.............. 336
Brake-shift interlock.................. 157
Break-in period..................... 5
Brights (high beams)................. 67,88
Bulbs, replacing.................... 317
halogen...................... 318
headlamps..................... 318
C
Canada, customer assistance.............. 248
Canada, warranty information.............. 3
Carbon monoxide in exhaust............... 50
Car seats for children (see Child safety seats)....... 36
Cassette tape player (see Electronic sound system) . . 133, 149
Catalytic converter................... 323
Chains, tires...................... 295
Changing a tire.................... 223
Charging system gauge................. 64
Charging system warning light.............. 62
Child safety restraints
child safety belts................... 39
child safety seats................... 36
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M
Maintenance schedule and record (see separate
Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet)..... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing).............. 257
Manual transmission
clutch.....................161, 302
fluid, checking and adding.............. 302
lubricant specifications................ 331
shifting gears.................... 162
shift speeds..................... 164
Master cylinder, brakes................ 304
Methanol in fuel................... 271
Mileage, calculating fuel economy............ 273
Mirrors
dual electric remote control............. 122
rearview...................... 122
side view mirrors.................. 122
side view mirrors (power).............. 122
Motorcraft parts.................... 330
N
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration..... 247
New vehicle break-in.................. 5
O
Octane rating..................... 269
Odometer
description...................... 70
trip odometer..................... 71
Off road driving, 4-wheel drive............. 174
Oil filter.....................277, 330
Oil (see Engine oil).................. 275
Oil viscosity..................... 275
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Index
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system.......... 325
Overdrive....................... 158
Overseas offices.................... 249
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system........ 104
Parking brake
operation...................... 182
warning light..................... 56
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)............... 330
PCV valve, specifications................ 330
Power distribution box (see Fuses)........... 313
Power door locks................... 102
Power features
door locks..................... 102
mirrors....................... 122
seats........................ 120
windows....................109, 111
Power point electrical outlet.............. 126
Power steering
dipstick...................... 305
driving with power steering............. 166
fluid, checking and adding.............. 305
fluid, specifications................. 331
servicing...................... 166
Prop rod, hood.................... 260
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems).......... 127
Rear anti-lock brakes.................. 178
description..................... 178
Rear axle
lubricant specification................ 331
traction lok...................186, 289
Rear window..................... 109
washer reservoir.................. 283
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Index
T
Tailgate........................ 100
Tail lamps
bulb replacement.................. 317
cleaning....................... 82
Temperature control (see Climate control)......... 74
Tether anchor installation (see Child restraints)....... 38
Tilt steering wheel.................... 92
Tires
changing...................... 223
checking the pressure................ 287
cleaning...................... 296
inspection and maintenance............. 287
replacing...................... 291
rotating...................... 289
snow tires and chains................ 295
spare tire....................223, 225
storing your vehicle................. 336
tire grades..................... 291
treadwear..................... 291
wear bands..................... 291
wheel and tire matching............... 295
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing).......... 191
Towing your vehicle
using wheel dollies................. 234
with a tow truck.................. 234
Traction control..................186, 289
Traction-lok rear axle...............186, 289
Trailer Towing.................... 191
Trailer towing
calculating maximum trailer weight.......... 198
safety chains.................... 214
trailer brakes.................... 214
trailer lamps.................... 215
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