2002 FORD RANGER parking brake

ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
²2.3L I4 engine
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If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled
after the battery has been cleaned or replaced.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and
dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to
the battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables
from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the
acid with a solution of baking soda and water.
Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause
personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted
substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,
always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation.
When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the
end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,
resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite
corners.
Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes
when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of
acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds.Wash hands after handling.
Because your vehicle's engine is electronically controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When
the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and
performance. To begin this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
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Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating
temperature (approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot
weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30
minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer toIdentifying components in the engine compartment
in this chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in
the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
Low fluid level
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at the bottom of the dipstick
and the ambient temperature is
above 10ÉC (50ÉF).
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating
temperature 66ÉC-77ÉC (150ÉF-170ÉF) on a level surface. The normal
operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km
(20 miles) of driving.
You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is
above 10ÉC (50ÉF). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill
condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating
temperature.
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ItemFord part
name or
equivalentFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine oil2.3L and 3.0L
engines
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
OilXO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-H
and API
Certification
Mark
4.0L engines
Motorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super
Premium Motor
OilXO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C205±A
and API
Certification
Mark
Hinges, door
checks, latches,
striker plates,
fuel filler door
hinge and seat
tracksMulti-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or
F5AZ-19G209-AAESB-M1C159-A
Transmission
/steering/parking
brake linkages
and pivots,
brake and clutch
pedal shaft,
clutch pilot
bearing and.
input shaft
spline (manual
transmission)Motorcraft
Premium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C or
XG-1-KESA-M1C75-B
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A
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................................123±124
and child safety seats ............125
description ..............................124
disposal ....................................128
driver air bag ..........................126
indicator light ...................12, 127
operation .................................126
passenger air bag ...................126
passenger deactivation
switch ......................................128
Air cleaner filter .......................270
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................70
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................243
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................149
Anti-theft system
warning light .............................14
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................18, 43, 52
Automatic transmission ............153
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................154
fluid, adding ............................261
fluid, checking ........................261
fluid, refill capacities ..............271
fluid, specification ..................276
Auxiliary power point ...........85, 92
Axle
lubricant specifications ..274, 276
refill capacities ........................271
traction lok ..............................151B
Battery .......................................241
acid, treating emergencies .....241
charging system
warning light .............................12
jumping a disabled battery ....206
maintenance-free ....................241
replacement, specifications ...270
servicing ..................................241
voltage gauge ............................16
Bed extender ..............................93
BeltMinder .................................119
Brakes ........................................148
anti-lock ...................................149
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........12, 150
brake warning light ..................11
fluid, checking and adding ....260
fluid, refill capacities ..............271
fluid, specifications .........274, 276
lubricant specifications ..274, 276
parking ....................................150
shift interlock ..........................153
Break-in period .............................5
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....271
Cargo area shade ........................92
Cargo net .....................................92
Certification Label ....................279
Child safety restraints ..............133
child safety belts ....................133
Child safety seats ......................134
attaching with tether straps ..138
in front seat ............................136
in rear seat ..............................136
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M
Manual transmission .................157
fluid capacities ........................271
lubricant specifications ..........276
reverse .....................................159
Mirrors
side view mirrors (power) .......87
Motorcraft parts ................253, 270
O
Octane rating ............................252
Odometer .....................................17
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................236
Overdrive .....................................91
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ..............................103
Parking brake ............................150
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....270
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................194
Power door locks ......................100
Power steering ..........................151
fluid, checking and adding ....259
fluid, refill capacity ................271
fluid, specifications .........274, 276
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................152
R
Radio ................................18, 43, 52
Relays ........................................190Remote entry system .......101, 103
illuminated entry ....................105
locking/unlocking
doors ................................100, 102
panic alarm .............................103
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................104
replacing the batteries ...........103
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................14, 111±115
Safety defects, reporting ..........221
Safety restraints ................111±115
belt minder .............................119
cleaning the safety
belts .................................122, 228
extension assembly ................118
for adults .........................112±114
for children .............................133
lap belt ....................................117
warning light and
chime ...........................12, 14, 118
Safety seats for children ..........134
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............111
Seats ..........................................109
child safety seats ....................134
SecuriLock passive
anti-theft system ...............106, 108
Servicing your vehicle ..............230
Snowplowing .................................7
Spark plugs,
specifications .............270, 276±277
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................6
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