1997 FORD RANGER belt

Seating and Safety Restraints
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[SS16580(R)03/96]5.
Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward
until all of the belt retracted and a click is heard to put the
retractor in the automatic locking mode.
[SS16590(R)03/96]
17-1/2 pica
art:0011241-B
Setting the retractor to automatic locking mode
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[SS16600(R)03/96]6.
Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to
indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.
[SS16610(R)03/96]
17-1/2 pica
art:0011242-B
Allowing shoulder belt to retract
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Seating and Safety Restraints
141
[SS16620(R)03/96]7.
Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the
buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down
on the child seat.
[SS16630(R)03/96]
17-1/2 pica
art:0011243-A
Removing slack from the belt
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[SS16640(R)03/96]8.
Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the
belt.
[SS16650(R)03/96]9.
Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly tilt the seat
forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in
place.
[SS16660(R)03/96]
17-1/2 pica
art:0011244-B
Checking that the seat is secure
[SS16670(R)03/96]10.
Try to pull belt out of the retractor to make sure the
retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not
be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked,
unbuckle the belt and repeat steps 2 through 9.
[SS16680(R)03/96]
To remove the retractor from automatic locking mode, allow
webbing to retract fully to its stowed position and the retractor
will automatically switch back to the vehicle sensitive locking
mode for normal adult usage.
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[ER30000(R)04/96]
Towing Your Vehicle
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[ER30100(R)01/96]
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional
towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance
center.
[ER30300(R)01/96]
Ranger 4x2/4x4
[ER30500(R)04/96]
The recommended method to tow your Ranger is with flatbed
or wheel lift equipment. However, slingbelt towing is
acceptable.
[ER30700(R)01/96]
Ranger without rear bumper
[ER30900(R)01/96]
The recommended method to tow your Ranger is with flatbed
or wheel lift equipment. However, slingbelt towing is
acceptable. Be sure to remove the undervehicle spare tire before
attaching slingbelt towing equipment.
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Maintenance and Care
307
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[MC51560(R)01/96]
Leather
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[MC51562(R)01/96]
For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth.
For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a leather and
vinyl cleaner or a mild soap.
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[MC52000(R)02/96]
Cleaning the Safety Belts
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[MC52020(R)02/96]
Clean the safety belts with any mild soap solution that is
recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach
or dye the belt webbing because this may weaken it.
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[MC52800(R)02/96]
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
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[MC52820(R)02/96]
Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are plastic and
should be cleaned with a mild detergent diluted in water. Rinse
them with clear water.
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[MC56000(R)01/96]
Vehicle Storage
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[MC56100(R)01/96]
Maintenance Tips
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[MC56150(R)01/96]
If you plan on storing your vehicle for an extended period of
time (60 days or more), refer to the following maintenance
recommendations to ensure your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.
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[MC56200(R)01/96]
General
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[MC56300(R)01/96]
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Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated place.
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[MC56400(R)01/96]
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Protect from sunlight, if possible.
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[MC56500(R)01/96]
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If vehicles are stored outside, they require regular
maintenance to protect against rust and damage.
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Index
343
A
Accessory position on the ignition............. 73
Additives, engine oil.................. 257
Air bag supplemental restraint system
and child safety seats................ 133
description...................122, 127
disposal...................... 131
driver air bag..................122, 127
indicator light..................... 12
operation...................... 127
passenger air bag.................. 127
proper seating................... 123
service and information labels............ 127
tone generator.................129, 131
wearing safety belts................. 123
Air cleaner filter
location...................... 253
specifications.................... 311
Alarm, activating remote personal............. 94
Ambulance packages................... 5
Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system)...... 27,55
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)............. 265
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description..................... 155
noise........................ 157
see also Brake.................... 155
warninig light..................... 10
Anti-theft system
arming the system................... 98
description...................... 98
disarming an untriggered system............ 99
disarming a triggered system.............. 99
triggering....................... 98
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board)......... 320
Assistance (see Customer assistance)........... 317
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