1997 FORD RANGER light

Instrumentation
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[IS07735(R)05/96]
6 pica art:0090108-A
Speed control light
[IS07740(R)05/96]
Anti-Theft Light (If equipped)
[IS07750(R)05/96]
The THEFT light flashes on and off when the ignition switch is
OFF and any door is opened. As soon as you lock the doors,
the light illuminates steadily. Within 30 seconds of closing all
the doors, the light flashes intermittently (every 2 seconds). This
indicates that the anti-theft system is armed. Refer toAnti-Theft
Systemin the Index for additional information.
[IS07760(R)05/96]
6 pica art:0021151-B
Anti-theft indicator light
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[IS07770(R)05/96]
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator Light (If equipped)
[IS07780(R)05/96]
The 4WD light illuminates when the ignition is ON and the
transfer case is placed in either the 4H (lever-operated system)
or 4WD LOW (electric shift system) positions. Both the 4WD
light and the 4WD LOW light will illuminate when the transfer
case is in the 4L position (lever-operated system) or the 4WD
LOW position (Electric shift system). Refer toFour-Wheel Drive
(4WD) Systemin theDrivingchapter for more information.
[IS07790(R)05/96]
6 pica art:0090222-A
Four-wheel drive indicator light
% [IS07800(R)05/96]
Four-Wheel Drive Low Range Indicator Light
(If equipped)
[IS07810(R)05/96]
The 4WD LOW light illuminates when the ignition is ON and
the transfer case is placed in the 4L position (lever-operated
system) or the 4WD LOW position (electric shift system). Refer
toFour-Wheel Drive (4WD) Systemin theDrivingchapter for
more information.
[IS07820(R)05/96]
6 pica art:0090223-A
Four-wheel drive low range indicator light
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Instrumentation
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[IS09200(R)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0020540-E
Engine oil pressure gauge Ð mechanical cluster with tachometer
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[IS09300(R)05/96]
High Beam Light
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[IS09350(R)01/96]
This light comes on when the headlamps are turned on high
beam or when you flash the lights. If your vehicle is equipped
with daytime running lights and you have your headlamps on,
your high beam light will not illuminate when you flash the
lights.
[IS09400(R)01/96]
6 pica art:0021266-A
High beam indicator light symbol
%*
[IS09500(R)03/96]
ªHeadlamps Onº Alert Chime
[IS09510(R)01/96]
This chime sounds if you open the driver's door while the
headlamps or parking lamps are on, and the key is removed
from the ignition.
%*
[IS09550(R)03/96]
Ignition Key Buzzer or Chime
*
[IS09570(R)05/96]
The buzzer or chime will sound if you open the driver's door
while the key is in the ignition and in the OFF, LOCK, or
ACCESSORY position. Never leave your vehicle unattended
with the key in the ignition.
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[IS09600(R)05/96]
Fuel Gauge
*
[IS09700(R)01/96]
The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is in the
fuel tank only when the ignition switch is ON.
*
[IS09850(R)01/96]
For a proper fuel gauge indication after adding fuel, the ignition
switch should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being
refueled.
*
[IS09860(R)01/96]
The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly when the vehicle is
in motion.
*
[IS09875(R)01/96]
With ignition switch OFF, the fuel gauge indicator may drift
from the ignition switch ON position.
[IS10200(R)01/96]
6 pica art:0020063-D
Fuel gauge Ð mechanical cluster
[IS10300(R)01/96]
6 pica art:0020752-E
Fuel gauge Ð mechanical cluster with tachometer
%*
[IS11100(R)03/96]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
*
[IS11201(R)01/96]
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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Instrumentation
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%*
[IS12801(R)03/96]
Odometer
*
[IS12900(R)01/96]
The odometer tells you the total number of miles (kilometers)
your vehicle has been driven.
%*
[IS13000(R)01/96]
Trip Odometer
*
[IS13100(R)04/96]
If you want to track your mileage up to 999.9 miles
(kilometers), use the trip odometer. Simply set the trip odometer
to zero by pressing the reset control firmly when beginning the
distance you wish to measure.
% [IS13200(R)04/96]
Tachometer (If equipped)
*
[IS13300(R)03/96]
The tachometer will show you the engine's speed measured in
revolutions per minute (RPM).
*
[IS13400(R)03/96]
The tachometer may move slightly when the key is placed in
the ACC or ON position, with the engine off. This is normal
and does not affect the performance of the tachometer when the
engine is running.
*
[IS13525(R)03/96]
Some vehicles are equipped with an engine speed (RPM)
limiting device contained within the powertrain control module
(PCM). The purpose of this device is to maintain peak engine
speed (RPM) below a specified limit. This feature is only
evident on automatic transmission vehicles when shifting
manually (1, 2, D) and on all manual transmission units. (Engine
speed limits may vary based on engine displacement.)
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[IS13550(R)03/96]
If you are experiencing an ªengine cut-outº condition at high
speeds, it may be the result of this limiting device. It is a
normal condition and can be avoided by reducing
vehicle/engine speed.
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[AS29435(R)04/96]
Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
(If equipped)
*
[AS29440(R)09/95]
NOTE: Radio power must be on to use the cassette tape
player.
*
[AS29445(R)08/95]
How to insert a tape
*
[AS29450(R)04/95]
Your cassette tape player is equipped with power loading. Once
you insert a tape and push slightly (with theopen edge to the
right), the loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of the
way in and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening
process. Display indicates ªTAPEº while tape is playing.
*
[AS29455(R)06/95]
NOTE: A cassette tape can be loaded with the ignition on
whether or not the radio power is on. However, with
radio power off, the cassette tape is loaded and stored.
*
[AS29465(R)12/95]
How to locate a desired track on the tape
*
[AS29470(R)08/95]
There are four ways to quickly locate a desired selection on the
tape. You can use the fast forward, rewind, ªSEEKº or ªSCANº
function. Following are brief descriptions of each.
*
[AS29475(R)09/95]
n
Fast forwarding the tape
*
[AS29480(R)01/95]
To fast forward the tape, press the ªFFº button. The radio
will begin playing until fast forward is manually stopped (by
pushing the ªTAPEº button) or the end of the tape is
reached.
*
[AS29485(R)01/95]
At the end of the tape, the direction automatically reverses
and plays the other side of the tape.
*
[AS29490(R)08/95]
n
Rewinding the tape
*
[AS29495(R)01/95]
To rewind the tape, press the ªREWº button. The radio will
begin playing until rewind is manually stopped (by pushing
the ªTAPEº button) or the beginning of the tape is reached.
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*
[AS29570(R)04/95]
Push thekbutton to activate Dolby B Noise Reduction. Push
again to deactivate.
*
[AS29650(R)05/96]
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
*
[AS29655(R)08/95]
In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it
was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions:
*
[AS29660(R)05/96]
n
Using a Ford or equivalent cassette cleaning cartridge to
clean the tape player head after 10-12 hours of play will help
maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation.
*
[AS29665(R)08/95]
n
Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less should be
used. Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject
to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism.
*
[AS29670(R)08/95]
n
Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight, high
humidity and extreme heat or cold. If they are exposed to
extreme conditions, allow them to reach a moderate
temperature before playing.
*
[AS29675(R)08/95]
n
If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it before playing
by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and
turning the hub until the tape is tight.
*
[AS29680(R)08/95]
n
Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the
mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting
cassette.
*
[AS29685(R)08/95]
n
Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape player. High heat in
the vehicle can cause the cassette to warp.
%*
[AS29690(R)05/96]
Clock Operation
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[AS29695(R)05/96]
How to view the clock mode
[AS29705(R)05/96]
Press the ªCLKº button to display time. The time will continue
to be displayed until a radio or tape function is chosen. After
approximately 10 seconds, the time will again appear in the
display. To display radio or tape information only, press the
ªCLKº button a second time.
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[AS29956(R)03/96]
How to take care of and clean the CD Changer and
discs
*
[AS29957(R)03/96]
To ensure the continued performance of your CD Changer,
carefully read the following precautions:
*
[AS29958(R)01/95]
n
Always handle a disc by the edge. Never touch the playing
surface.
[AS29959(R)06/95]
n
Before playing, inspect all discs for any contamination. If
needed, clean discs with an approved disc cleaner, such as
the Discwasher Compact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3
Compact Disc Cleaner, by wiping from the center out to the
edges. Do not use a circular motion to clean.
*
[AS29960(R)04/96]
n
Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended
for analog records.
*
[AS29961(R)01/95]
n
Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for
an extended period of time.
*
[AS29962(R)01/95]
n
Do not insert more than one disc into each disc slot of the
disc magazine. Doing so may damage the discs, disc
magazine or the disc changer.
*
[AS29963(R)01/95]
n
Do not insert anything other than discs into the disc
magazine.
*
[AS29964(R)05/95]
RWARNING
The laser beam used in the compact disc player is
harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the
case.
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