1997 FORD RANGER ignition

Controls and Features
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[CF80212(R)05/96]
When you use the remote entry UNLOCK or PANIC controls,
the illuminated entry system turns on the vehicle's interior
lights for 25 seconds. You can turn these lights off with the
remote entry LOCK control or by turning the ignition to the
ON or ACCESSORY position.
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Arming and Disarming the Alarm System with Remote
Entry
[CF80310(R)05/96]
Your Remote Entry System will automatically arm the factory
installed Anti-Theft System when the doors are locked, and
automatically disarm it when the doors are unlocked. The
remote will also reset the anti-theft alarm (when the driver's
door is unlocked or the PANIC control is pressed on a
programmed remote entry transmitter) if it was triggered.
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[CF80320(R)01/96]
The remote entry system may not arm and disarm non-factory
installed anti-theft systems.
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[CF80500(R)05/96]
Replacing the Batteries
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[CF80510(R)05/96]
The remote is powered by two coin type three-volt lithium 2016
batteries (included) that should last for several years of normal
use. If you notice a significant decrease in operating range, the
batteries should be replaced. Replacement batteries can be
purchased at most pharmacies, watch stores or at your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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Controls and Features
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Replacing lost transmitters
[CF80562(R)01/96]
In the event a transmitter is lost, you should take your vehicle's
transmitters to your dealer to have the remote entry system
deprogrammed for the lost transmitter. This is necessary to
prevent further unauthorized use of the lost transmitter.
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[CF80564(R)01/96]
You can also purchase additional transmitters (up to 4
transmitters can be used) from your dealer. You will need to
take all your transmitters to the dealer so they can program
them to the remote entry system all at the same time.
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[CF80570(R)01/96]
Illuminated Entry System (If equipped)
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[CF80574(R)01/96]
This system will provide illumination of the vehicle's interior
courtesy lamps when either outside front door handle is pulled
or when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door or
sound the personal alarm. The system will automatically turn
off after approximately 25 seconds or when the ignition is
turned to the RUN or ACC position.
[CF80578(R)04/96]
NOTE: The inside lights will not turn off if you have turned
them on with the dimmer thumbwheel or if any door
is open.
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[CF80600(R)01/96]
Battery Saver
[CF80610(R)04/96]
When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will turn off battery
voltage to all of these lights after 40 minutes: glove box, engine
compartment, overhead console, mirror, courtesy and
interior (including cargo) lamps.
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[CF80630(R)01/96]
This will prevent draining of the battery if these lights have
been left on inadvertently or if a door is not completely closed.
Battery voltage to these lamps will be restored when the remote
entry transmitter is used, any door is opened, or the ignition
key is turned on again.
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Anti-Theft Alarm System (If equipped)
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When armed, this system helps protect your vehicle against
break-ins or theft.
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When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and
will:
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flash the parking lamps and theft indicator lamp
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honk the horn
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disable the starting circuit to prevent the vehicle from being
started
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[CF81200(R)01/96]
Arming the System
[CF81210(R)04/96]
The system is ready to arm any time the ignition switch is
turned OFF and the alarm is not triggered or sounding. Any of
the following events will prearm the anti-theft system:
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Pressing the remote entry transmitter LOCK control to lock
the doors (with the doors open or closed),
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Opening a door and pressing the power door lock control to
lock the doors.
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If a door is open, the anti-theft system is prearmed and waiting
for all doors to close. The THEFT indicator in the instrument
panel will light continuously while the system is prearmed.
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Close all doors
[CF81300(R)01/96]
Once all doors are closed, if any were open, the system will
begin a 30 second countdown to become armed. The 30 second
countdown allows people who may still be in the vehicle time
to exit without triggering the alarm. The THEFT indicator will
glow steadily until the system is armed. When the system is
armed, the THEFT indicator will begin to flash with short
flashes every 2 seconds until the system is triggered or
disarmed.
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Controls and Features
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Remember, all doors must be fully closed for the anti-theft
system to arm. If a door has been left open or ajar, and you
press the remote entry transmitter twice to confirm the doors
are locked, two short horn chirps will warn you that the
anti-theft system is not arming.
[CF81360(R)05/96]
When you get a single horn chirp by pressing the LOCK control
twice within 5 seconds on your remote entry transmitter, you
can be assured that all doors are locked and the anti-theft
system is arming.
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Disarming the System
[CF81410(R)04/96]
An armed or activated system can be disarmed if you:
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Unlock the doors by pressing the remote entry transmitter
UNLOCK control.
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Unlock any door with a key.
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Turn ignition to the ON or ACC position.
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Pressing the remote entry PANIC button will disarm the
anti-theft system only when the anti-theft alarm is triggered
and sounding.
[CF81442(R)04/96]
When unlocking the vehicle with a key, turn the key all the
way to the end of its travel or the system may not disarm.
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[CF81448(R)01/96]
NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn will shut off
automatically within 2 minutes 45 seconds after the
system is triggered. It will trigger again if another
intrusion occurs. However, the starter circuit remains
disabled until the system is disarmed.
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[CF81450(R)01/96]
The anti-theft system is designed to work with the factory
installed remote entry system. It may not work with other
remote entry systems.
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Seating and Safety Restraints
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Passenger Air Bag Deactivate Switch (If equipped)
[SS12610(R)01/96]
If your vehicle is equipped with the passenger air bag option, it
also has a passenger air bag deactivate switch. The switch is
located at the lower center of the instrument panel, next to the
ashtray. The switch must be used to turn off the passenger air
bag when a rear-facing infant seat is installed in the right front
or center front passenger seat position. To turn the passenger air
bag off:
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NOTE: If the yellow peel-off label is still on the switch, pull
the tab to remove it, and discard it.
[SS12620(R)01/96]1.
Insert the ignition key into the switch.
[SS12625(R)01/96]2.
Rotate the ignition key clockwise until the key points to the
word OFF printed on the instrument panel.
[SS12630(R)01/96]3.
Remove the ignition key.
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In order to avoid inadvertent deployment of the
passenger air bag, always remove the ignition key from
the passenger air bag deactivate switch.
[SS12640(R)01/96]4.
Check that the amber OFF light illuminates when the
ignition switch is placed in ON.
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RWARNING
If the light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag
switch is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is
in ON, have the passenger air bag switch serviced at
your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
[SS12650(R)01/96]
The passenger air bag will remain off until it is turned on.
When the infant seat is removed, turn the air bag on. To turn
the passenger air bag on:
[SS12655(R)01/96]1.
Insert the ignition key into the switch.
[SS12660(R)01/96]2.
Rotate the ignition key counterclockwise until it points to the
ON printed on the instrument panel.
[SS12665(R)01/96]3.
Remove the ignition key from the switch.
[SS12670(R)01/96]4.
Check that the amber OFF light is not illuminated when the
ignition switch is placed in ON.
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If the light is illuminated when the passenger air bag
switch is in the ON position and the ignition switch is in
ON, have the passenger air bag switch serviced at your
Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
[SS12680(R)01/96]
The amber OFF light warns the driver and any passengers that
the passenger air bag is turned off. The passenger air bag
should be turned off ONLY when the rear-facing infant seat is
installed at the right front or center front seats.
[SS12685(R)05/96]
RWARNING
Keep the passenger air bag turned on unless there is a
rear-facing infant seat installed in the front seat. When
the passenger air bag switch is turned off, the passenger
air bag will not inflate in a collision.
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The air bag system uses a readiness light on the instrument
cluster and a tone to indicate the condition of the system. When
you turn the ignition key to the ON position, this light will
illuminate for approximately six (6) seconds and then turn off.
This indicates that the system is operating normally. NOTE:
Maintenance of the air bag system is not required.
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[SS13060(R)01/96]
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Inflated driver-side air bag
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Seating and Safety Restraints
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A problem with the system is indicated by one or more of the
following:
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the readiness light will either flash or stay illuminated,
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or it will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned
on,
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or a group of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will
repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired.
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[SS13225(R)01/96]
If any of these things happen, have the air bag system serviced
at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the air bag supplemental restraint system may not
function properly in the event of a collision.
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[SS13300(R)05/96]
RWARNING
Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag
Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your
Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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[SS13680(R)05/96]
Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles
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[SS13700(R)05/96]
For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your
local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Air bagsMUSTbe
disposed of by qualified personnel.
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[SS14300(R)01/96]
Safety Restraints for Children
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[SS14400(R)01/96]
In the U.S. and Canada, you are required by law to use safety
restraints for children. If small children ride in your vehicle Ð
this generally includes children who are four years old or
younger and who weigh 40 pounds (18 kg) or less Ð you must
put them in safety seats that are made specially for children.
Safety belts alone do not provide maximum protection for these
children. Check your local and state laws for specific
requirements.
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