2000 FORD RANGER steering

Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, (E4AZ-19C507±AA), available from your
Ford Dealer.Do notuse abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause
scratches. The windshield or rear window is clean if beads do not form
when you rinse it with water. The windshield, rear window and wiper
blades should be cleaned on a regular basis, and blades or rubber
elements replaced when worn.
Cleaning the instrument panel
Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver
from undesirable windshield reflection.
Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of
the air bag system.
Cleaning the instrument cluster lens
Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the lens.
Cleaning the interior fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.
Remove fresh spots immediately. Do not use household or glass cleaners.
These agents can stain and discolor the fabric. Use a mild soap and
water solution if necessary.
Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts
Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the belts, because
these actions may weaken the belt webbing.
Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no
nicks, wear or cuts. If your vehicle has been involved in an accident,
refer to theSafety belt maintenancesection in theSeating and safety
restraintschapter.
Underbody
Flush the complete underside of vehicle frequently. Keep body drain
holes unplugged. Inspect for road damage.
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 2.5L I4 engine 3.0L FFV V6
engine4.0L V6 engine
Air filter
elementFA-1658 FA-1658 FA-1658
Fuel filter FG-1002 FG-1002 FG-1002
Battery BXT-59 BXT-59 BXT-59
Oil filter FL-400S FL-400S FL-1A
PCV valve EV-227 EV-130 EV-225
Spark plugs* AWSF-32F** AGSF-22PP*** AGSF-22PP***
* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
** Two spark plugs per cylinder required (eight total).
*** If any spark plug needs to be removed for inspection, it must be
re-installed in the same cylinder. Cylinders No.1, 2 and 3 have a ªPGº
suffix. Cylinders No. 4, 5 and 6 have a ªPº suffix. If any spark plug needs
to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix
letters ªPPº as shown on the engine decal.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes
filter change)Motorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super
Premium Motor
Oil2.5L I4 and 3.0L V6
engine4.3L
(4.5 quarts)
4.0L V6 engine 4.7L
(5.0 quarts)
Brake fluid High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Power
steering fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FAll Fill to range on
dipstick
Capacities and specifications
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ItemFord part
name or
equivalentFord part
numberFord
specification
Transmission
/steering/parking
brake linkages
and pivots,
brake and clutch
pedal shaft,
clutch pilot
bearing and.
input shaft
spline (manual
transmission).Premium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C or
XG-1-KESA-M1C75-B
Power steering
fluid, transfer
case fluid (4X4)
and transmission
fluid (manual)Motorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Automatic
transmission
(4R44E, 5R44E
and 5R55E)Motorcraft
MERCONtV
AT F
2
XT-5-QM
MERCONtV
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A
1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or
equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118±A for complete refill
of Traction-Lok axles.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCONtand MERCONtV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance
Guide to determine the correct service interval.
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air bag ........................................10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) .....10,108
anti-theft ...................................11
brake ..........................................10
charging system ........................11
check coolant ............................12
check engine ...............................8
cruise indicator .........................12
door ajar ....................................12
fuel reset ...................................10
high beam .................................11
overdrive off ..............................11
safety belt .................................10
speed control ............................59
turn signal indicator .................11
Load limits .................................125
GAWR ......................................125
GVWR ......................................125
trailer towing ..........................125
Loading instructions .................126
Lubricant specifications ....212,214
Lumbar support, seats ...............71
Manual transmission .................116
fluid capacities ........................209
lubricant specifications ..........214
reverse .....................................118
Mirrors
cleaning ...................................208
side view mirrors (power) .......62
Motorcraft parts .................192,209
Octane rating ............................190
Odometer .....................................16
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................163
Overdrive .....................................59
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................64
Parking brake ............................108
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....209
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................144
Power door locks ........................62
Power steering ..........................109fluid, checking and adding ....173
fluid, refill capacity ................209
fluid, specifications ..........212,214
Preparing to
drive your vehicle .....................110
Radio ............................................26
Relays ........................................140
Remote entry system ............63,64
illuminated entry ......................67
locking/unlocking doors ...........64
panic alarm ...............................64
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................66
replacing the batteries .............65
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ...........13,72,73,74,75,76
Safety defects, reporting ..........230
Safety restraints ......72,73,74,75,76
belt minder ...............................80
cleaning the safety belts ...83,207
extension assembly ..................79
for adults ....................73,74,75,76
for children ...............................93
lap belt ......................................78
warning light
and chime ........................10,13,79
Safety seats for children ............94
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............72
Seats ............................................70
child safety seats ......................94
SecuriLock passive
anti-theft system ...............67,68,69
Servicing your vehicle ..............158
Snowplowing .................................3
Spark plugs,
specifications ...............209,214,215
Special notice ................................3
ambulance conversions ..............3
utility-type vehicles ....................3
Specification chart,
lubricants ............................212,214
Index
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Speed control ..............................55
Speedometer ...............................16
Starting your vehicle .........100,102
jump starting ..........................152
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................60
Tachometer .................................15
Tires ......................147,181,182,183
changing ...........................147,150
checking the pressure ............183
replacing ..................................184
rotating ....................................183
snow tires and chains ............185
tire grades ...............................182
treadwear ................................182
Towing .......................................183
recreational towing .................136
wrecker ....................................157
Traction-lok rear axle ...............124
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................177
Transmission
automatic operation ...............111
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................173
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................176fluid, refill capacities ..............209
lubricant specifications ...212,214
manual operation ....................116
Trip odometer .............................16
Turn signal .............................11,54
Vehicle dimensions ...................215
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................217
Vehicle loading ..........................125
camper bodies ........................136
Ventilating your vehicle ...........105
Warning chimes ...........................13
Warning lights (see Lights) .........8
Washer fluid ..............................168
Water, Driving through .............124
Windows
power .........................................61
Windshield washer fluid
and wipers
checking and adding fluid .....168
checking and cleaning ............180
operation ...................................61
replacing wiper blades ...........181
Wrecker towing .........................157
Index
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Item Information
Required fuel Refer to9Octane
recommendations9in the
Maintenance and carechapter.
Fuel tank capacity (Regular
cab-Short wheel base)62.4L (16.5 gallons)
Fuel tank capacity (Regular
cab-Long wheel base)75.7 (20.0 gallons)
Fuel tank capacity (SuperCab) 73.8L (19.5 gallons)
Engine oil capacity (includes filter
change)-2.5L I4 and 3.0L V6
engines4.3L (4.5 quarts). Use Motorcraft
SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor
Oil, Ford specification
WSS-M2C153-G.
Engine oil capacity (includes filter
change)-4.0L V6 engine4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft
SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor
Oil, Ford specification
WSS-M2C153-G.
Tire size and pressure Refer to the Certification Label on
inside of driver's door.
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of
the instrument panel.
Coolant capacity-2.5L I4 with
manual transmission
110.0L (10.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity-2.5L I4 with
automatic transmission
19.7L (10.2 quarts)
Coolant capacity-3.0L V6 with
manual transmission
114.3L (15.1 quarts)
Coolant capacity-3.0L V6 with
automatic transmission
114.0L (14.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity-4.0L V6 with
manual transmission
113.0L (13.7 quarts)
Coolant capacity-4.0L V6 with
automatic transmission
112.5L (13.2 quarts)
Power steering fluid capacity Fill to range on dipstick. Use
Motorcraft MERCONtAT F.
Filling station information
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