1996 FORD RANGER towing

Roadside Emergencies
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[RE31200(ALL)10/94]
To return the vehicle to a towable condition, youmust:
[RE31300(ALL)10/94]
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Place the transfer case in 2WD by rotating the 4WD switch
to 2WD.
[RE31400(ALL)10/94]
NOTE: Both the 4WD and 4WD Low indicator lights in the
instrument cluster will be off when the transfer case
is in 2WD.
[RE31500(ALL)10/94]
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After 2WD is selected, the front hubs must be ªunlockedº by
moving the vehicle in reverse direction for a minimum of ten
feet.
[RE31600(ALL)10/94]
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Confirm the front hubs are unlocked by inspecting the front
drive shaft to verify it does not turn when the vehicle is
towed.
[RE31700(ALL)10/94]
In addition to the above guidelines, it is recommended that you
follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the
towing apparatus.
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Customer Assistance
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[HS00205(ALL)06/94]
Roadside Assistance
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[HS00210(ALL)10/95]
Ford Motor Company has set up a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week
hotline with trained operators who put you in touch with the
help you need if you experience a problem with your vehicle.
This complimentary service is provided to you throughout your
warranty period of 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km),
whichever comes first. To purchase Roadside Assistance
coverages beyond this period (available through Ford Auto Club
in the United States or Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers in
Canada), contact your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
Additional Roadside Assistance coverage is unavailable in
Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
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[HS00215(ALL)06/94]
Roadside Assistance will cover the following:
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[HS00220(ALL)06/94]
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Mount your spare if you have a flat tire.
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[HS00225(ALL)06/94]
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Jump-start your battery if it is dead.
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[HS00230(ALL)06/94]
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Unlock your vehicle if you are locked out.
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[HS00235(ALL)06/94]
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Bring you fuel if you run out.
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[HS00240(ALL)06/94]
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Tow your vehicle if you are stranded. Even non-warranty
related tows, like accidents or getting stuck in mud or snow,
are covered (some exclusions apply, such as impound towing
and repossession).
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[HS00245(ALL)06/94]
How to use Roadside Assistance
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[HS00250(ALL)06/94]
Your Roadside Assistance identification card can be found in the
Owner Guide portfolio in your glove compartment. Complete
the card and place it in your wallet for quick reference.
*
[HS00255(ALL)04/95]
To receive roadside assistance in the United States call
1-800-241-FORD (in Canada call 1-800-665-2006).
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[HS00260(ALL)04/95]
Should you need to arrange for roadside assistance yourself,
Ford Motor Company will reimburse the reasonable cost. To
obtain information about reimbursement call 1-800-241-FORD (in
Canada call 1-800-665-2006).
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D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)............. 73
Daytime running light system.............. 82
Defects, reporting................... 247
Defrost, windshield................. 77,80
Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid...........299, 301
engine oil..................... 276
power steering fluid................. 305
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)............. 234
Dispute Settlement Board............... 243
Doors......................... 99
lubricant specifications................ 331
Driveline universal joint and slip yoke......... 303
Driving under special conditions
bad weather.................... 185
heavy load..................... 188
high speed..................... 185
high water..................... 187
slippery roads................... 185
tips for safe driving................. 184
towing a trailer................... 191
E
Electrical system
fuses......................308, 314
operating when the engine is off............ 41
power point outlet................. 126
relays....................... 315
Electronic sound system
accessory delay.................... 41
radio reception................... 152
tuning the radio................130, 146
warranty and service information........... 154
Electronic stereo cassette radio (see Electronic
sound system)................. 129
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic sound system) . . . 129
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Index
Emergencies, roadside
assistance...................... 241
battery acid spills................219, 299
fuel........................ 271
jump-starting.................... 219
towing....................... 234
Emergency brake (parking brake)............ 181
Emission control system................ 323
catalytic converter.................. 323
emissions warranty................ 3,323
Engine
check engine warning light............... 60
does not start................... 46,48
fuel injected engine, starting.............. 44
fuel pump shut-off switch............... 48
preparing to start................... 44
service points.................... 262
starting...................... 41,45
starting after a collision................ 48
storing your vehicle................. 334
Engine block heater................... 47
Engine coolant
checking and adding................ 278
checking hoses................... 282
disposal..................258, 278, 301
drain and flush................... 282
preparing for storage................ 335
recovery reservoir.................. 262
refill procedure................... 283
specifications.................... 331
temperature gauge.................. 68
Engine coolant temperature gauge
description...................... 68
mechanical...................... 68
Engine fan...................... 258
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Index
L
Lamps
checking...................... 317
combination cargo and brakelamp........... 84
daytime running light system............. 82
flashing the lamps................... 88
fog lamps...................... 81
hazard flashers.................... 90
headlamps...................... 80
high beams...................... 88
illuminated entry system............... 106
instrument panel, dimming............... 83
interior lamps................... 80,83
replacing bulbs................... 317
trailer....................... 215
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal).......... 87
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag........................ 58
brake........................ 56
charging system.................... 62
check engine..................... 60
engine oil pressure.................. 65
hazard warning light................. 90
high beam...................... 67
oil pressure...................... 65
overdrive off..................... 62
safety belt...................... 57
service engine soon.................. 60
turn signal indicator.................. 87
Load limits
GAWR....................... 188
GVWR....................... 188
trailer towing.................... 192
Lubricant specifications................. 331
Lug nuts
standard...................... 229
tightening sequence................. 227
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Regulations, National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration.............. 247
Relays........................ 315
Remote entry system
arming and disarming the anti-theft system...... 104
illuminated entry.................. 106
locking/unlocking doors............... 103
panic alarm.................... 104
replacement/additional transmitters.......... 106
replacing the batteries................ 105
Reporting safety defects................ 247
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult......................... 9
child......................... 34
head........................ 112
infant...................... 34,36
Roadside assistance.................. 241
Roadside emergencies................. 219
Rotating the tires................... 289
S
Safe driving tips.................... 184
Safety belts (see Safety restraints)............. 9
Safety chains, when towing a trailer........... 214
Safety defects, reporting................ 247
Safety information relating to automotive fuels...... 271
Safety restraints
adjusting the safety belts............11,14,21
automatic locking mode (retractor)........... 13
cleaning the safety belts................ 25
extension assembly.................. 23
for adults...................... 9
for children...................... 34
for infants.................... 34,36
for pregnant women................. 9
head........................ 112
lap and shoulder belts................ 9,11
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Spare tire (continued)
changing the tire................223, 227
conventional spare...............223, 225
finding the spare.................. 225
removing the spare tire............... 225
storing the flat tire...............225, 229
temporary spare.................. 223
Spark plugs, specifications............... 330
Special driving conditions............... 184
Special notice
E-4WD vehicles.................... 4
four wheel drive vehicles............... 4
Specification chart, lubricants.............. 331
Speed control
accelerating...................... 96
canceling a set speed................. 98
resetting....................... 96
resuming a set speed................. 98
tap up/tap down................... 96
when towing a trailer................ 215
Speedometer...................... 70
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle............. 44
starting a cold engine................. 46
starting after a collision................ 48
starting a warm engine................ 46
starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled..... 219
Steering, power.................... 166
Steering wheel
horn......................... 92
locking........................ 41
speed controls.................... 93
tilting........................ 92
Storing your vehicle.................. 334
Supplemental air bag readiness light........... 58
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........... 25
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Index
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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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