1997 FORD RANGER audio

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[PI02300(R)05/95]
Table of ContentsIntroduction...................... 1
Instrumentation..................... 7
Audio......................... 27
Controls and Features.................. 59
Seating and Safety Restraints.............. 101
Starting....................... 147
Driving....................... 155
Roadside Emergencies................. 217
Maintainance and Care................ 249
Capacities and Specifications.............. 311
Reporting Safety Defects................ 315
Customer Assistance................. 317
Accessories...................... 327
Quick Index..................... 331
Index......................... 343
Service Station Information.............. 364
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Electronic Sound Systems
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[AS29710(R)09/95]
NOTE: With the ignition off, the clock will display for
approximately 5 seconds once the ªCLKº button is
depressed and released.
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[AS29715(R)05/96]
How to set the clock
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[AS29720(R)05/96]1.
Turn the radio on.
[AS29725(R)05/96]2.
Press and hold the ªCLKº button, press the right (
a) side of
the ªSEEKº button to increase hours. Press the left (
b) side
of the button to decrease hours. Press the right (
a) side of
the ªTUNEº button to increase minutes. Press the left (
b)
side of the button to decrease minutes.
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[AS29730(R)05/96]
NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with no AM/PM
indications.
[AS29735(R)09/94]
Ford 6-CD Changer (If equipped)
[AS29745(R)03/95]
The Ford Ranger (Regular Cab) 6-CD Changer is mounted
behind the driver's seat. The Ford Ranger (SuperCab) 6-CD
Changer is mounted on the floor near the center of the rear cab
wall. Both changers are controlled with buttons on the Audio
System.
[AS29750(R)10/94]
Unit Loading Instructions
[AS29755(R)06/95]1.
Open Compact Disc Changer unit by sliding door rearward
(Figure 1).
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[AS29810(R)10/94]
The Compact Disc Changer unit is now ready to play using the
controls of your Audio System.
[AS29815(R)05/96]
How to Operate the Ford 6-CD Changer Using the
Controls on the Radio
[AS29820(R)09/94]
If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford 6-CD Changer System,
you can operate it through the controls of your Premium Audio
System.
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[AS29822(R)02/95]
How to begin CD Changer play
[AS29825(R)03/95]
Press the ªCDº button to begin CD play. The 6-CD Changer
will automatically begin playing the first track (selection) of the
first disc loaded in the unit. The display will indicate ªcd-ddº
for disc number and track number and then display ªTT-ttº for
track number and the ªdd-ttº for current disc and track number.
[AS29830(R)05/96]
If the CD Changer is empty, ªNO CDº will flash in the display
and radio play will continue.
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[AS29835(R)02/95]
How to change the disc being played
[AS29840(R)10/94]
When in the CD mode, you can change discs by pressing the
right side (
a) of the ªTUNE DISCº button (to select the next
discs) or the left side (
b) of the ªTUNE DISCSº button (to
select previous discs). Play will begin on the first track of the
selected disc.
[AS29845(R)10/94]
If either side of the button is pressed and held, the CD Changer
will continue fast-forwarding or reversing through the discs in
the disc magazine. During these functions, the display will
indicate the disc number.
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[AS30920(R)05/96]
Important Warranty and Service Information
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[AS30930(R)05/96]
Warranty
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[AS30940(R)05/96]
Your sound system is warranted for three years or 36,000 miles
(60,000 kilometers), whichever comes first. Consult your vehicle
warranty booklet for further information. Ask your dealer for a
copy of this limited warranty.
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[AS30950(R)05/96]
Service
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[AS31000(R)05/96]
At Ford, we stand behind our audio systems with a
comprehensive service and repair program. If anything should
go wrong with your Ford audio system, return to your dealer
for service. There is a nationwide network of qualified Ford
authorized repair centers to assist you.
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Controls and Features
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[CF20300(R)01/96]
Clock Controls on Electronic Radios
[CF20400(R)02/96]
The electronic radios have a built-in clock. For complete
operating instructions, refer to theAudio Sectionin this Owner
Guide.
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[CF20405(R)05/96]
The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to
give you easy access to the controls while you are driving.
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[CF20410(R)01/96]
Ignition
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[CF20420(R)01/96]
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
[CF20430(R)01/96]
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The positions of the key in the ignition lock cylinder.
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[CF20440(R)04/96]
ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's electrical accessories
such as the radio and the windshield wipers to operate while
the engine is not running.
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[CF20442(R)03/96]
In order to turn the key from the ON or OFF position to the
ACCESSORY position, you must push the key release button if
your vehicle's manual transmission gearshift is mounted on the
floor.
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[CF20444(R)01/96]
LOCK locks the steering wheel and gearshift lever.
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Audio system (see Electronic sound system)........ 27
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)............ 63
Automatic transmission
fluid, adding.................... 273
fluid, checking................... 272
fluid, specification.................. 313
Axle
lubricant specifications................ 313
traction lok..................... 170
B
Basic vehicle warranty.................. 3
Battery
acid, treating emergencies............238, 275
battery saver..................... 97
charging system warning light............. 15
disconnecting.................... 241
how to service................... 274
jumping a disabled battery.............. 237
maintenance-free.................. 274
proper disposal, recycling.............. 275
replacement, specifications.............. 311
servicing...................... 274
voltage gauge.................. 15,19
when storing your vehicle.............. 309
Brake fluid
brake warning light.................. 10
checking and adding................ 261
description..................... 261
specifications.................... 313
Brakes
adjustment..................... 155
anti-lock...................... 155
applying the brakes................. 159
brake warning light.................. 10
fluid, checking and adding.............. 261
fluid, refill capacities................ 261
fluid, specifications................. 313
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