2004 FORD RANGER fuel pump

Locks and Security 53
Keys 53
Locks 53
Anti-theft system 54
Seating and Safety Restraints 60
Seating 60
Safety restraints 62
Air bags 74
Child restraints 83
Driving 96
Starting 96
Brakes 100
Transmission operation 103
Vehicle loading 118
Trailer towing 121
Roadside Emergencies 132
Getting roadside assistance 132
Hazard flasher switch 133
Fuel pump shut-off switch 133
Fuses and relays 134
Changing tires 144
Jump starting 151
Wrecker towing 156
Customer Assistance 157
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 166
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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get
well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more
you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and
pleasure you will derive from driving it.
For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the
following website:
• In the United States: www.ford.com
• In Canada: www.ford.ca
• In Australia: www.ford.com.au
• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx
Additional owner information is given in separate publications.
This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available
and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your
particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe
options before they are generally available.
Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is
an integral part of the vehicle.
Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the
safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the
engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g.
collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump
shut-off switch in theRoadside emergencies chapter.
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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner ’s Guide
Fasten Safety BeltAir Bag-Front
Air Bag-SideChild Seat
Child Seat Installation
WarningChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemBrake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum Based
Traction ControlAdvanceTrac

Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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Trip odometer:Registers the
kilometers (miles) of individual
journeys. Press the control once to
switch from the odometer to the
trip odometer. To reset the trip,
press the control again until the trip
reading is 0.0 miles.
Tachometer: Indicates the engine
speed in revolutions per minute.
Driving with your tachometer
pointer continuously at the top of
the scale may damage the engine.
Fuel gauge: Indicates
approximately how much fuel is left
in the fuel tank (when the ignition
is in the ON position). The fuel
gauge may vary slightly when the
vehicle is in motion or on a grade.
The arrow near the fuel pump icon
indicates which side of the vehicle
the fuel filler door is located.
Refer to Filling the tank in theMaintenance and Specifications
chapter for more information.
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Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call
1–800 –665 –2006.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor
Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement
information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call
1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 –800 –521 –4140.
Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information, call
1 –800 –665 –2006.
ROADSIDE COVERAGE BEYOND BASIC WARRANTY
In the United States, you may purchase additional roadside assistance
coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting
your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
Similarly in Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you
may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty ’s Roadside
Assistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact
1 –877 –294 –2582 or visit our website at www.ford.ca.
HAZARD FLASHER
The hazard flasher is located on the
steering column, just behind the
steering wheel. The hazard flashers
will operate when the ignition is in
any position or if the key is not in
the ignition.
Push in the flasher control and all
front and rear direction signals will
flash. Press the flasher control again
to turn them off. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and is creating a
safety hazard for other motorists.
Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine
when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.
After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switch
may have been activated.
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Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Power Distribution Box
Description
14 —Not used
15 30A** Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) (solenoids)
16 —Not used
17 40A** ABS (motor)
18 —Not used
19 20A** Engine fan
20 —Not used
21 10A* PCM
22 —Not used
23 20A* Fuel pump
24 —Not used
25 10A* A/C clutch solenoid
26 —Not used
27 —Not used
28 —Not used
29 —Not used
30 —Not used
31 —Not used
32 —Not used
33 —Not used
34 —Not used
35 —Not used
36 —Not used
37 —Not used
38 7.5A* Trailer tow (right turn)
39 —Not used
40 —Not used
41 15A* HEGOs
42 7.5A* Trailer tow (left turn)
43 —Not used
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Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Power Distribution Box
Description
44 —Not used
45A —Wiper HI/LO relay
45B —Wiper Park/Run relay
46A —Fuel pump relay
46B —Washer pump relay
47 —Engine fan relay
48 —Starter relay
49 —Not used
50 —Not used
51 —Not used
52 —Not used
53 —Not used
54 —PCM relay
55 —Blower relay
56A —A/C clutch solenoid relay
56B —Not used
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
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Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Power Distribution Box
Description
14 —Not used
15 30A** Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) (solenoids)
16 —Not used
17 40A** ABS (motor)
18 —Not used
19 —Not used
20 —Not used
21 10A* PCM
22 —Not used
23 20A* Fuel pump
24 —Not used
25 10A* A/C clutch solenoid
26 —Not used
27 20A* 4x4 module
28 —Not used
29 —Not used
30 —Not used
31 15A* Foglamps
32 —Not used
33 —Not used
34 —Not used
35 —Not used
36 —Not used
37 —Not used
38 7.5A* Trailer tow (right turn)
39 —Not used
40 —Not used
41 15A* HEGOs
42 7.5A* Trailer tow (left turn)
43 —Not used
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