1996 FORD RANGER heating

Starting Your Ranger
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[ST09900(ALL)01/95]
Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked
whenever:
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[ST10000(ALL)02/95]
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your vehicle is raised for service
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[ST10100(ALL)02/95]
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the sound of the exhaust system changes
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[ST10200(ALL)01/95]
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your vehicle has been damaged in a collision
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[ST10300(ALL)01/95]
Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of
snow, leaves, and other debris.
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[ST10400(ALL)08/95]
If the engine is idling while you are stopped in an open area
for long periods of time, open the windows at least one inch
(2.5 cm). Also, adjust the heating or air conditioning system to
bring in outside air.
[ST10650(ALL)03/95]
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HEATING Ð Set fan speed to medium or high, the function
control knob on any position except OFF and the
temperature control knob on any desired position.
[ST10700(ALL)03/95]
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AIR CONDITIONING Ð Set fan speed to medium or high
with the function control knob on any position (except OFF
or MAX A/C) and the temperature control knob at a
comfortable level.
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[LG10200(R )10/94]
6 pica art:0020063-D
Fuel gauge Ð mechanical cluster
[LG10300(ALL)10/94]
6 pica art:0020752-E
Fuel gauge Ð mechanical cluster with tachometer
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[LG11100(ALL)01/95]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
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[LG11201(ALL)03/95]
This gauge tells you the temperature of the engine coolant, not
the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or
mixture, the gauge indicator will not be accurate.
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[LG11301(ALL)08/95]
The pointer moves from the C (cold) mark into the Normal
band as the engine coolant warms up. It is acceptable for the
pointer to fluctuate within the Normal band under normal
driving conditions. Under certain driving conditions, such as
heavy stop and go traffic or driving up hills in hot weather, the
pointer may move to the top of the Normal band.
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[LG11401(ALL)05/95]
If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the
NORMAL band, the engine coolant is overheating and
continued operation may cause engine damage.
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[LG11501(ALL)01/95]
If your engine coolant overheats:
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[LG11601(ALL)03/95]1.
Pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible.
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Instrument Panel Controls
75 and temperature you select. The function selector control knob
allows you to select heating or cooling and determine where the
air will be directed. The temperature control knob setting
determines the temperature of the air that flows into the vehicle.
[IP01500(ALL)03/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0020589-G
Climate control knobs
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[IP01550(ALL)03/95]
To turn your air conditioner and heater system on, select any
position except OFF. This will turn the fan on and allow airflow
into the vehicle. To turn your air conditioner and heater off,
select OFF. This will turn the fan off and stop airflow from
coming into the vehicle.
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[IP01600(ALL)10/95]
Temperature selection
[IP01650(ALL)03/95]
The temperature control knob is the rotating knob located at the
center of the control with tapered red and blue bands
surrounding most of the knob. The wide red part of the band
(full right) is the heat or warmer area. The wide blue area (full
left) is the cooling or cool temperature area. Any position
selected between full right and full left will give a temperature
between the two extreme temperatures.
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[IP02750(ALL)03/95]
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Do not put objects under the front seats that interfere with
the flow of air to the back seat area.
[IP02800(ALL)03/95]
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Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the air intake area of
your air conditioner and heater system that could block the
air intake. The intake area is located at the bottom of the
windshield.
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[IP02900(R )08/94]
Heater Controls (Heater-Only Vehicles)
[IP02950(R )03/95]
The control for your heater system is located at the center of the
instrument panel below the radio. The heater will operate only
when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. Your heater
will heat and/or ventilate your vehicle interior depending on
the function position and temperature you select. The function
selector control knob allows you to select heating or ventilation
and determine where the air will be directed. The temperature
control knob setting determines the temperature of the air that
flows into the vehicle.
[IP03000(R )06/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0090206-A
Climate control knobs (heater only)
[IP03050(R )03/95]
To turn your heater system on, select any position except OFF.
This turns the fan on and allows airflow into the vehicle. To
turn your heater off, select OFF.
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[SV17150(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: SeeRefill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts and Lubrication
Specificationsin this chapter for the appropriate oil
filter and engine oil refill quantity.
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[SV17250(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a
responsible manner. Follow your community's
standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out about recycling
automotive fluids.
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[SV17275(ALL)07/95]
RWARNING
Continuous contact with USED motor oil has caused
cancer in laboratory mice.
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[SV17285(ALL)07/95]
Protect your skin by washing with soap and water.
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[SV17300(ALL)03/95]
Engine Coolant
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[SV17400(ALL)09/95]
Checking the engine coolant
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[SV17500(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Be sure to read and understandPrecautions When
Servicing Your Vehicleat the beginning of this chapter.
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[SV17700(ALL)08/95]
Your vehicle's engine coolant protects the engine from
overheating in the summer and from freezing in the winter.
Check the level of the engine coolant at least once a month, but
preferably each time you stop for fuel. Simply look at the
engine coolant recovery reservoir located in the engine
compartment. To locate this reservoir, see the diagram of your
vehicle's engine underEngine typesin this chapter.
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[SV17750(ALL)03/95]
If the engine coolant has not been checked for a long period of
time the engine coolant reservoir may eventually empty. If the
engine coolant reservoir empties, check the engine coolant level
in the radiator. Read the following warnings before removing
the radiator cap. If it is necessary to fill the radiator, refer to the
Engine Coolant Refill Procedurein this chapter for instructions.
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