1996 FORD RANGER wheel

Servicing Your Ranger
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[SV02700(ALL)06/95]2.
Remove the key from the ignition after you turn the engine
off.
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[SV02725(ALL)06/95]3.
Block the wheels. This will prevent your vehicle from
moving unexpectedly.
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[SV02750(ALL)03/95]
Working with the engine on:
[SV02775(ALL)03/95]1.
Set the parking brake fully, and make sure the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or
Neutral (manual transmission) and block the wheels.
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[SV02800(R )06/95]
When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the
engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of
the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the
automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual
transmission is in gear. Do not leave the vehicle unattended
with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position.
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[SV02825(ALL)03/95]2.
Block the wheels. This will prevent your vehicle from
moving unexpectedly.
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[SV02900(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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[SV26200(ALL)08/95]
Tire inspection and maintenance
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[SV26300(ALL)02/95]
Inspect the tire treads, and remove stones, nails, glass or other
objects that may be wedged in the tread grooves. Check for
holes or cuts that may permit air to leak from the tire, and
make the necessary repairs.
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[SV26400(ALL)10/89]
Inspect the tire side walls for cuts, bruises and other damage. If
you suspect internal damage to the tire, have it demounted and
checked. You may need to repair or replace it.
[SV26410(ALL)09/95]
Wheel inspection and maintenance
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[SV26420(ALL)11/89]
Check for damage that would affect the runout of the wheels.
Wobble or shimmy will eventually damage the wheel bearings.
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[SV26430(ALL)06/93]
Front wheel bearings require periodic repacking and adjustment
as specified in theMaintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet.
Loose or worn front wheel bearings tend to let the vehicle
wander or shimmy, and can eventually cause excessive tire
wear.
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[SV26435(ALL)06/95]
Whenever a wheel is removed and then re-installed, always
remove any corrosion that may be present on the mounting
surface of the wheel and/or the surface of the hub, drum or
rotor that contacts the wheel.
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[SV26440(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Installing wheels without a good metal-to-metal contact at
the wheel mounting surface can cause the wheel lug nuts
to loosen and could allow the wheel to come off while
the vehicle is in motion.
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Servicing Your Ranger
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[SV26450(ALL)03/95]
Traction-Lok Rear Axle (If equipped)
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[SV26460(ALL)03/95]
This axle provides added drive away traction on slippery
surfaces, particularly when one or more wheels are on a surface
with poor traction.
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[SV26470(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel off
the ground, such as when changing a tire.
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[SV26500(ALL)02/95]
Tire Rotation
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[SV26600(ALL)03/95]
Because your vehicle's front and rear tires perform different
jobs, they often wear differently. To make sure your tires wear
evenly and last longer, rotate them at the mileage shown in the
Maintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet which came with your
vehicle.
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[SV26700(ALL)07/92]
Rotate the tires according to the following diagram. If you
notice that the tires wear unevenly, have them checked. If your
light truck has a temporary spare tire, do not include it in the
tire rotation pattern.
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[SV26750(ALL)03/90]
In situations where the tires differ from front to rear
(snow/traction), simply rotate using a side to side pattern.
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[SV26800(R )04/94]
17-1/2 pica
art:0021191-A
Tire rotation pattern
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[SV26900(ALL)10/89]
After each rotation, adjust individual tire pressure as specified
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Tighten wheel lug
nuts to the required torque specification and retighten again
after 500 miles (800 km).
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[SV27000(ALL)08/95]
If your vehicle has aluminum wheels, you may demount the full
size, non-temporary spare tire (if so equipped) and remount on
an aluminum wheel to rotate the spare tire into your vehicle's
rotation pattern. Rebalance the wheel.
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Servicing Your Ranger
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[SV27300(ALL)04/95]
Replacing the Tires
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[SV27400(ALL)05/95]
Replace any tires that show wear bands. When your tire shows
a wear band, it has only 1/16 inch (2 mm) of tread left.
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[SV27500(ALL)11/93]
7-1/2 pica art:0040200-A
A worn-out tire
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[SV27600(ALL)01/95]
Because your vehicle's tires may wear unevenly, you may need
to replace them before a wear band appears across the entire
tread. Some spots wear more heavily than others.
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[SV27700(ALL)03/90]
Your wheels and tires are match-mounted for improved ride.
Before you begin to repair a tire, mark the wheel and tire so
that they are properly aligned when remounted. This will
ensure that the tires will continue to give you the same ride
level.
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[SV27851(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
When replacing full size tires, never mix radial,
bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that
are listed on the tire pressure decal. Make sure that all
tires are the same size, speed rating, and load-carrying
capacity. Use only the tire combinations recommended on
the decal. If you do not follow these precautions, your
vehicle may not drive properly and safely.
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[SV27860(ALL)03/90]
RWARNING
Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size,
type, load-carrying capacity, and tread design (e.g. ªAll
Terrainº, etc.), as originally offered by Ford.
[SV27866(R )06/94]
RWARNING
Do not replace your 4x2 tires with ªhigh performanceº
tires, or larger size tires than approved for your vehicle
by Ford.
[SV27869(R )10/94]
Ranger 4x4 P235/265 Tire and Wheel Usage
[SV27870(R )03/90]
RWARNING
Do not use P235/75R15 ªAll Seasonº tires. For Ranger 4x4
Regular Cab vehicles, P235/75R15 ªAll Terrainº tires are
acceptable only on 15x7 inch wheels.
[SV27872(R )12/91]
RWARNING
Do not use P265/75R15SL tires on the Ranger 4x4 108
inch wheelbase. The P265/75R15SL ªAll Terrainº tires are
acceptable only on the 114 inch and 125 inch wheelbase
Ranger 4x4 models, and only with 15x7 inch wheels.
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[SV28600(R )04/94]
27-1/2 pica art:0020371-F
Tire identification chart
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[SV28700(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Use of aftermarket wheel assemblies may damage your
vehicle or cause accidents resulting in serious injuries.
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Servicing Your Ranger
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[SV28800(ALL)04/95]
Wheel and Tire Matching
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[SV28950(ALL)03/95]
See an authorized tire dealer for proper servicing procedures.
Wheels and tires must be properly removed, matched and
remounted to maintain the best possible ride.
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[SV31100(ALL)04/95]
Snow Tires and Chains
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[SV31200(ALL)01/95]
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads that provide
traction in rain or snow. However, during the winter months in
some climates, you may need to use snow tires and occasionally
chains for your tires.
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[SV31300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires
you currently have on your vehicle.
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[SV31400(ALL)02/95]
Do not use chains when using a temporary spare. For full size
tires, use chains on the tires only in an emergency or if the law
requires them where you live. When you use the tire chains:
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[SV31500(ALL)01/95]
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Make sure the chains are the right size for your tires. Use
only SAE Class ªSº chains. Other types may damage your
vehicle.
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[SV31525(ALL)08/93]
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Tire chains may scratch or chip aluminum wheels. IT IS
RECOMMENDED THAT TIRE CHAINS ARE INSTALLED
ON STEEL WHEELS ONLY. Be sure to remove wheel
covers (if equipped) from steel rims before using tire chains
to avoid scratches or damage.
[SV31550(ALL)01/95]
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Install tire chains on rear tires; use of chains on front tires is
not recommended.
[SV31575(ALL)01/95]
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Local regulations may prohibit or restrict the use of tire
chains. Investigate the laws and regulations in your area
before installing chains.
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