2003 FORD RANGER Owners Manual

TREMOR AUDIO SYSTEM
1.MUTE:Press to mute the playing
media. Press again to return to the
playing media.
2.TAPE:Insert the cassette with
the opening to the right. If a tape is
already inserted into the system,
press TAPE to being tape play.
3.CD:Insert a CD label side up. If a
CD is already inserted, press CD to
begin CD play.
TAPE
CD
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4.TUNE:Works in radio mode.
Press to move down
or up
the frequency band.
5.SEEK:Turn to listen to the
previous (left) or next (right) radio
station, cassette selection, or CD
track.
SCAN:Press to hear a short
sampling of all listenable radio
stations, cassette selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop and remain
on a desired selection.
6.EJ (Eject):Press to eject a tape.
7.BAL (Balance):Press BAL, then
press SEL( Select) control to adjust
the sound between the left
or
right
speakers.
FADE:Press FADE, and then press SEL (Select) to adjust the sound
between the front
and rearspeakers.
8.COMP (Compression):Press to
bring soft and loud passages
together for a more consistent
listening level.
SHUF (Shuffle):Works in CD mode only. Press to randomly play all
tracks on the current disc. Press again to disengage random play.
9.
(Dolbynoise reduction):
Works in tape mode only. Reduces
tape noise and hiss; press to
activate/deactivate.
Side 1–2:Works in tape mode only. Press to change the playing side of
the tape.
10.SEL (Select):Allows you to
adjust various settings such as bass
levels, RDS information, the time,
etc.
TUNE
BAL FADE
SHUF
COMP56
SIDE 1-234
SEL
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11.REW (rewind)/FF (fast
forward):Press to play previous or
the next cassette selections or CD
tracks.
12.BASS:Press BASS and then
press SEL to decrease
or
increase
the bass levels.
TREB (treble):Press TREB and then press SEL to decrease
or
increase
the treble levels.
13.ON/Off/VOL (Volume):Press
to turn the system ON. Turn to
adjust the volume levels. Press again
to turn the system off.
14.AUTO:Press to set first six
strong stations into AM, FM1 or
FM2 memory controls; press again
to return to normal stations.
RDS:Press to engage Radio Data System and select:
•TRAFFIC—Interrupts playing media to play a traffic report. To
activate, press SCAN or SEEK when TRAFFIC ON is displayed.
•FIND program type—Press SEL to choose the desired program type:
Classic, Country, Info., Jazz/R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft or Top 40.
•SHOW—Displays station name, station type and/or radio text. Press
RDS until SHOW is displayed.
CLK (Clock):Press RDS until SET HOURS is displayed. Press SEL to
decrease
or increasethe hours.
Press RDS again until SET MIN is displayed. Press SEL to decrease
or increasethe minutes. If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this
control will not function.
15.AM/FM:Press to select AM or
FM frequency bands. Press to end
tape or CD play and begin radio
play.
REWFF12
BASS TREB
VOLPUSHON
AUTO RDSCLK
AM
FM
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16.EJ (Eject):Press to eject a CD.
RADIO FREQUENCIES
AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are:
AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz
FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz
RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS
There are three factors that can effect radio reception:
•Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the
weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.
•Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.
•Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal
may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency
is displayed.
CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE
Do:
•Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less.
•Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole
and turning the hub.
•Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.
•Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity or
cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing.
•Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after
10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation.
Don’t:
•Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold.
•Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being
played.
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CD/CD PLAYER CARE
Do:
•Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.
•Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner
and wipe from the center out.
Don’t:
•Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods
of time.
•Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine.
•Clean using a circular motion.
CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75
in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,
certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not
function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular
shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs
with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted
into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to
become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be
identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive
labels. Ball point pens may damage CDs. Please contact your
dealer for further information.
AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE
Refer to theWarranty Guidefor audio system warranty information. If
service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician.
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HEATER ONLY SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
1.Fan speed adjustment:Controls
the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
2.Temperature selection:
Controls the temperature of the
airflow in the vehicle.
3.Air flow selections:Controls the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.
OFF:Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the
floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and
floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.
OPERATING TIPS
•To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
position.
•To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle during cold or warm
weather, do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position.
•Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in
OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to“breathe”
using the outside air inlet vents.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air
flow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
2. Set the temperature control to full heat
3. Set the fan speed to HI
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4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these
objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR
CONDITIONING SYSTEM
1.Fan speed adjustment:Controls
the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
2.Temperature selection:
Controls the temperature of the
airflow in the vehicle.
3.Air flow selections:Controls the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.
MAX A/C:Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the
instrument panel vents only.
A/C:Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument
panel vents only.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.
OFF:Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the
floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and
floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.
OPERATING TIPS
•To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
position.
•To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the
air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position.
•Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in
MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle
to“breathe”using the outside air inlet vents.
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•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
2. Select A/C
3. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan speed to HI
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these
objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
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