1997 FORD RANGER warning

Controls and Features
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[CF00290(R)03/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0090191-A
Fog lamp switch
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[CF00300(R)03/96]
The fog lamps act as a supplement to the low beam headlamps
under limited visibility conditions such as rain, snow, dust or
fog and operate only when the low beam headlamps are on.
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[CF00305(R)03/96]
To maximize fog lamp bulb life, it is recommended that the fog
lamp switch be turned off after each use prior to turning off the
headlamps.
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[CF00310(R)03/96]
Daytime Running Light System
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[CF00315(R)03/96]
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[CF00320(R)03/96]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam
headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when:
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[CF00325(R)03/96]
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position, and
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[CF00330(R)03/96]
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The vehicle has a fully released parking brake.
[CF00333(R)05/96]
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The vehicle is running.
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[CF00335(R)03/96]
The high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster will not
be on.
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[CF00340(R)03/96]
RWARNING
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will not
illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps. Turn on
your headlamps at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a
collision.
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[CF19190(R)03/96]
Combination Cargo and High-Mount Brakelamp
[CF19200(R)01/96]
The combination cargo/high-mount brakelamp is located outside
the vehicle, directly over the rear window. Use the thumb wheel
to turn on the cargo lamp and interior courtesy lights.
[CF19350(R)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0021157-B
Cargo/High-mount brakelamp
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[CF19400(R)03/96]
RWARNING
Do not drive your vehicle with the cargo/courtesy light
on. Showing a white light to the rear while driving on
public roads is illegal in some places.
[CF19700(R)01/96]
Dome/Map Lamps (If equipped)
[CF19825(R)01/96]
The map lamps are located on each side of the dome light
assembly. You can turn the individual map lamps on or off by
sliding the switch to the left or right. To turn off, slide the
switch to the middle.
[CF19950(R)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0020895-B
Map lamps
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[CF20450(R)01/96]
RWARNING
LOCK position does not lock the gearshift on
floor-mounted manual transaxle gearshifts. If the parking
brake is not set and the gearshift is moved out of gear,
your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone.
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[CF20470(R)05/96]
RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer
case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking
brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the
vehicle.
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[CF20480(R)01/96]
LOCK is the only position that allows you to remove the key.
The LOCK feature helps to protect your vehicle from theft.
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[CF20482(R)01/96]
If your key is stuck in the LOCK position and will not turn,
move your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely.
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[CF20484(R)01/96]
OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all accessories
without locking the steering wheel or the automatic
transmission gearshift lever.
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[CF20486(R)01/96]
ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights (except the
brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you
start the engine. The key returns to the ON position once the
engine is started and remains in this position while the engine
runs.
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[CF20490(R)01/96]
START cranks the engine. Release the key once the engine starts
so that you do not damage the starter. The key should return to
ON when you release it. The START position also allows you to
test the brake warning light.
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[CF25200(R)01/96]
To clean the windshield, push in the end of the wiper knob for
a single wipe. For a constant spray, keep the knob pushed in.
After you release the knob, the wipers operate for two to three
cycles before turning off (if wipers were off) or returning to the
interval setting selected.
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[CF25300(R)08/95]
Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more
than 15 seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
[CF25350(R)01/96]
NOTE: The addition of shields to the front of the vehicle, as
used to deflect bugs, may also adversely affect the
washer system from delivering fluid to the
windshield. Devices such as bug shields are not
recommended to be added to your vehicle.
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[CF25400(R)01/96]
RWARNING
Always warm up the windshield with the defroster
before you use the washer fluid. In freezing weather, the
washer solution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision.
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[CF25500(R)03/96]
For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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[CF26200(R)05/96]
Tilt Steering (If equipped)
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[CF26250(R)02/96]
RWARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is
moving.
[CF26400(R)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0020088-D
Tilt steering wheel lever
[CF26450(R)04/96]
To change the position of the steering wheel, push the release
lever under the steering column away from you. Tip the
steering wheel to the desired position. Pull the lever back into
place to lock the steering wheel.
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[CF27250(R)01/96]
Be sure the steering wheel locks in a notch. It is not infinitely
adjustable. Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is
in motion.
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[CF27300(R)03/96]
Speed Control (If equipped)
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[CF27400(R)05/96]
The speed of the vehicle cannot be automatically controlled until
the vehicle speed is at or above 30 mph (48 km/h).
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[CF27450(R)05/96]
Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) or in Canada the Canadian
Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved
may cause the speed control to malfunction. Therefore, use only
properly installed FCC (CRTC in Canada) approved radio
transmitting equipment in your vehicle.
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[CF28000(R)05/96]
RWARNING
To keep your vehicle under control, do not use speed
control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding,
slippery, or unpaved.
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[CF28020(R)05/96]
To Set a Higher Speed
[CF28040(R)05/96]
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Press and hold SET ACCEL. Release the switch when the
desired vehicle speed is reached, or
[CF28060(R)05/96]
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Press and release SET ACCEL. Each press will increase the
set speed by 1 mph (1.6 km/h)or
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[CF28080(R)05/96]
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Accelerate with your accelerator pedal, then press SET
ACCEL.
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[CF28100(R)05/96]
You may accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time
during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will
return your vehicle speed to the previously programmed set
speed.
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[CF28120(R)05/96]
To Set a Lower Set Speed
[CF28140(R)05/96]
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Press and hold COAST. Release the switch when the desired
vehicle speed is reached, or
[CF28160(R)05/96]
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Press and release COAST. Each press will decrease the set
speed by 1 mph (1.6 km/h) or
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[CF28180(R)05/96]
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Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is
reached, press SET ACCEL.
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[CF39200(R)01/96]
RWARNING
Do not drive your vehicle with the tailgate open unless
there is a load holding it in place.
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[CF39300(R)01/96]
Power Door Locks (If equipped)
[CF39500(R)05/96]
The power door lock switches are located in the front doors. To
lock all doors push the switch marked L. To unlock all doors
push the switch marked U.
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[CF39600(R)01/96]
The manual door locks will override the power door lock
controls.
[CF39700(R)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0020204-F
Power door lock controls
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[CF46500(R)04/96]
Windows
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[CF47800(R)01/96]
Using the Power Windows (If equipped)
[CF47900(R)01/96]
Each door has a power control that opens and closes the
window on that door. The driver's door has a master control
switch that operates all door windows. You must place the
ignition switch in the ON or ACC position to use your power
window controls.
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[CF48300(R)01/96]
RWARNING
Do not let children play with the power windows.
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[CF48920(R)05/96]3.
Move the control knob in the direction you want to move
the mirror.
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[CF48930(R)05/96]4.
Return the selector switch to the middle position to keep the
mirror in place.
[CF49000(R)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0090159-A
Power mirror control
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[CF49100(R)05/96]
Do not clean the plastic housing of any electric mirror with
gasoline or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
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[CF49200(R)05/96]
RWARNING
The right side view mirror makes objects appear smaller
and farther away than they actually are.
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