1996 FORD RANGER clock

Roadside Emergencies
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[RE21151(ALL)04/94]
10-1/2 pica
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[RE21200(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part
of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do
not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack.
The jack is only meant for changing the tire.
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[RE21400(ALL)06/95]2.
Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench.
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[RE21500(ALL)06/95]3.
Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
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[RE21700(ALL)06/95]4.
Thread the lug nuts on the wheel studs with the beveled
face toward the wheel. Use the lug nut wrench to screw the
lug nut snug against the wheel but do not tighten.
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[RE22200(ALL)01/95]5.
Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise.
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[RE22300(ALL)06/95]6.
Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown in the following illustration.
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Servicing Your Ranger
267
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[SV06550(ALL)02/91]
Opening the Fuel Filler Door
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[SV06600(ALL)10/94]
To open the fuel filler door of your vehicle, just insert your
finger in the divot and pull the door open all the way.
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[SV06610(ALL)02/95]
Filling the fuel tank
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[SV06620(ALL)04/94]
RWARNING
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an
overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray
and fire.
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[SV06630(ALL)01/95]
To fill the fuel tank properly:
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[SV06640(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Extinguish all lit cigarettes, other smoking materials,
and any open flames before fueling your vehicle.
[SV06800(ALL)08/94]1.
Unscrew the fuel cap by exerting pressure on the plastic lock
bar and rotating the fuel cap counterclockwise.
[SV06850(ALL)08/94]2.
Turn the fuel cap 1/2 to 3/4 of a turn until a hissing sound
is heard. Wait until the hissing sound stops and then
continue rotating counterclockwise to remove the fuel cap.
[SV06900(ALL)01/95]
Make sure that you follow the above fuel cap removal
instructions and use caution. Such caution will minimize the
possibility of fuel spraying during removal of the fuel cap.
[SV06910(ALL)01/95]3.
Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and put the nozzle
all the way inside the fuel filler pipe.
[SV06920(ALL)01/95]
If you spill any fuel on the body of your vehicle, clean it off
immediately. The fuel may dull or soften the paint if you do
not wash it off.
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[SV06950(ALL)03/91]
To replace and secure the fuel cap; place it in position and
rotate it clockwise until it clicks (ratchets). Doing so will not
damage or break the fuel cap. The ratcheting mechanism allows
the fuel cap to be sealed without overtightening.
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Servicing Your Ranger
279
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[SV17760(ALL)10/95]
RWARNING
Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine
is running or hot.
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[SV17765(ALL)09/95]1.
Before you remove the radiator cap, turn the engine off and
let it cool. Even when the engine is cool, be careful when
you remove the radiator cap.
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[SV17770(ALL)09/95]2.
When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the cap
and turn it slowly counterclockwise to the first stop.
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[SV17779(ALL)09/95]3.
Step back while the pressure releases.
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[SV17780(ALL)09/95]4.
When you are sure that all the pressure has been released,
use the cloth to turn and remove cap.
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[SV17785(ALL)09/95]5.
Stand away from the radiator opening. Hot steam may blow
out or hot engine coolant may even splash out.
[SV17950(ALL)09/95]
Adding engine coolant
[SV18250(ALL)05/95]
10-1/2 pica
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Adding engine coolant
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[SV20075(ALL)09/95]
RWARNING
Be careful not to add engine coolant to the windshield
washer fluid reservoir. If sprayed on the windshield,
engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the
windshield.
[SV20100(ALL)09/95]
When the engine is cool, add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant
and water to the engine coolant recovery reservoir Ð DO NOT
ADD DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR. Add straight water only
in an emergency, but you should replace it with a 50/50
mixture of coolant and distilled water as soon as possible.
[SV20125(ALL)09/95]
Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir the
next few times you drive the vehicle. If necessary, add enough
of a 50/50 mixture of coolant and water to bring the liquid
level to the fill line on the reservoir.
[SV20150(ALL)09/95]
RWARNING
Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine
is running or hot.
[SV20175(ALL)09/95]
If you must remove the coolant recovery cap, follow these steps
to avoid personal injury caused by escaping steam or engine
coolant:
[SV20200(ALL)09/95]1.
Before you remove the cap, turn the engine off and let it
cool.
[SV20225(ALL)09/95]2.
When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the cap
and turn it slowly, counterclockwise to the first stop.
[SV20250(ALL)09/95]3.
Step back while the pressure releases.
[SV20275(ALL)09/95]4.
When you are sure that all the pressure has been released,
use the cloth to press the cap down, turn it counterclockwise,
and remove it.
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[SV20475(ALL)09/95]
Severe winter climate
[SV20490(ALL)09/95]
If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than-34ÊF [-36ÊC]),
it may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above
50%. Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle is such that the coolant
will not freeze at the temperature level in which you drive
during winter months. Never increase the engine coolant
concentration above 60%. Leave a 50/50 mixture of engine
coolant and water in your vehicle year-round in non-extreme
climates.
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[SV20500(ALL)08/95]
Checking Hoses
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[SV20600(ALL)10/89]
Inspect all engine and heater system hoses for deterioration,
leaks and loose clamps before adding or replacing engine
coolant. Make whatever repairs or replacements that are
necessary using Motorcraft parts or their equivalents.
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[SV20700(ALL)08/95]
Engine Coolant Drain and Flush
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[SV20800(ALL)10/89]
To drain your vehicle's engine coolant:
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[SV20900(ALL)03/94]1.
Turn off the engine and let it cool. Fully depressurize the
engine cooling system by covering the radiator cap with a
thick cloth and turning it slowly counterclockwise to the first
stop. Step back while the pressure releases.
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[SV20950(ALL)05/90]2.
Remove the cap.
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[SV21000(ALL)05/90]3.
Attach a small hose to the drain tube at the bottom of the
radiator.
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[SV21200(ALL)05/90]4.
Let the engine coolant drain into a suitable container.
Disconnect the lower radiator hose at the radiator connector
and drain any remaining engine coolant into a container.
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[SV21250(ALL)05/95]
Proper procedures for flushing the cooling system can be found
in theService Manual.
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Servicing Your Ranger
319
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[SV46300(ALL)03/95]
Removing the headlamp bulb
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[SV46400(ALL)01/95]1.
Make sure that the headlamp switch is in the OFF position.
[SV46502(R )05/95]2.
Lift the hood. Remove the electrical connector behind the
headlamp by grasping the wires and pulling it rearward.
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[SV46700(ALL)04/95]3.
Remove the bulb retaining ring by turning it 1/8 of a turn to
free it from the socket. Then slide the ring off the plastic
base. Keep the ring.You must use it again to hold the new
bulb in place.
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[SV46800(ALL)04/95]4.
Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its socket by
gently pulling it rearward without turning.
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[SV46900(ALL)03/95]
Installing the headlamp bulb
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[SV47000(ALL)02/95]1.
With the flat side of the bulb's plastic base facing upward,
insert the glass end of the bulb into the socket. You may
need to turn the bulb left or right to line up the grooves in
the plastic base with the tabs in the socket. When the
grooves are aligned, push the bulb into the socket until the
plastic base contacts the rear of the socket.
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[SV47100(ALL)08/95]2.
Slip the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it
contacts the rear of the socket. Lock the ring into the socket
by rotating it clockwise until you feel a ªstop.º
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[SV47200(ALL)02/95]3.
Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base
until it snaps, locking it into position.
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[SV47300(ALL)02/95]4.
Turn the headlamps on and make sure that they work
properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you
changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again.
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352
Child safety seats
and air bags..................... 36
attaching with tether straps.............. 38
automatic locking mode (retractor)......... 13,36
in front seat..................... 36
in rear outboard seat................. 36
in rear seat...................... 36
tether anchorage hardware............... 38
Chime
headlamps on.................... 67
key in ignition.................... 42
safety belt...................... 57
Circuit breakers, see also fuses............. 308
Cleaning your vehicle
chrome and aluminum parts.............. 6
engine compartment................. 266
exterior....................... 6
exterior lamps.................... 82
fabric....................... 121
headlamps...................... 82
instrument panel.................. 7,74
interior....................... 121
interior lamps.................... 84
mirrors....................... 122
plastic parts..................... 7
polishing....................... 6
rustproofing..................... 6
safety belts...................... 25
tail lamps...................... 82
upholstery and interior trim............. 121
washing....................... 6
waxing........................ 6
wheels....................... 296
Climate control system.................. 74
Clock.......................136, 151
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