2019 FORD RANGER check transmission fluid

Driving Hints
Breaking-In
....................................................224
Economical Driving ....................................
224
Cold Weather Precautions ......................
225
Off-Road Driving .........................................
225
Driving Through Water ..............................
226
Floor Mats ......................................................
227
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance .................................
228
Hazard Flashers ...........................................
229
Fuel Shutoff ..................................................
229
Jump Starting the Vehicle .......................
230
Transporting the Vehicle ..........................
232
Towing Points ...............................................
232
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need ..............
234
In California (U.S. Only) ............................
235
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) ....................
236
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) .......................
237
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada ........................................................
237
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
239
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
239
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
239
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations .....................................
241
Fuse Specification Chart .........................
242
Changing a Fuse .........................................
254
Maintenance
General Information ..................................
256
Opening and Closing the Hood .............
256
Under Hood Overview ..............................
258Engine Oil Dipstick
.....................................
259
Engine Oil Check .........................................
259
Oil Change Indicator Reset .....................
260
Engine Coolant Check ..............................
260
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ........................................................................\
262
Brake Fluid Check .......................................
262
Power Steering Fluid Check ....................
263
Washer Fluid Check ...................................
263
Charging the 12V Battery .........................
263
Changing the 12V Battery ........................
264
Checking the Wiper Blades ....................
266
Changing the Wiper Blades ....................
266
Adjusting the Headlamps .......................
266
Removing a Headlamp ............................
268
Changing a Bulb .........................................
268
Changing the Engine Air Filter ................
272
Vehicle Care
General Information ...................................
273
Cleaning Products .......................................
273
Cleaning the Exterior ..................................
273
Waxing .............................................................
275
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
275
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
275
Cleaning the Interior ..................................
276
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens .......................
276
Cleaning Leather Seats .............................
277
Repairing Minor Paint Damage ..............
278
Cleaning the Wheels .................................
278
Vehicle Storage ............................................
278
Body Styling Kits ........................................
280
Wheels and Tires
General Information ...................................
281
Tire Care .........................................................
282
Using Snow Chains ....................................
297
Tire Pressure Monitoring System .........
298
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In case of emergency, you can add water
without engine coolant in order to reach a
vehicle service location.
Note:
Prolonged use of an incorrect dilution
of coolant can cause damage, for example
corrosion, overheating or freezing.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
Note: Transmission fluid should be checked
by an authorized dealer. If required, fluid
should be added by an authorized dealer.
Have an authorized dealer check and
change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval. See Maintenance
(page 256). Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level
should be checked if the transmission is
not working properly, (i.e., if the
transmission slips or shifts slowly) or if you
notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may
affect transmission operation and result
in damage to internal transmission
components.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK WARNING:
Do not use any fluid
other than the recommended brake fluid
as this will reduce brake efficiency. Use
of incorrect fluid could result in the loss
of vehicle control, serious personal injury
or death. WARNING:
Only use brake fluid
from a sealed container. Contamination
with dirt, water, petroleum products or
other materials may result in brake
system damage or failure. Failure to
adhere to this warning could result in the
loss of vehicle control, serious personal
injury or death. WARNING:
Do not allow the fluid
to touch your skin or eyes. If this
happens, rinse the affected areas
immediately with plenty of water and
contact your physician. WARNING:
A fluid level between
the MAX and MIN lines is within the
normal operating range and there is no
need to add fluid. A fluid level not in the
normal operating range could
compromise the performance of the
system. Have your vehicle checked
immediately. 262
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Multi-Point Inspection
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure2
Fluid levels 1
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
2 If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
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Audio Unit - Vehicles Without:
SYNC.............................................................326
Accessing the Clock Settings........................ 326
Accessing the Media Source Menu.............326
Accessing the Menu.......................................... 326
Accessing the Phone Features...................... 327
Accessing the Sound Settings....................... 327
Adjusting the Volume....................................... 327
Changing Radio Stations................................. 327
Listening to the Radio....................................... 327
Muting the Audio................................................ 327
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off.........327
Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse............................................................. 328
Using the Display Control................................ 327
Using the Number Block................................. 328
Autolamps.........................................................72 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps......................................................... 72
Automatic Climate Control
........................112
Setting the Blower Motor Speed................... 112
Setting the Temperature................................... 112
Switching Auto Mode On and Off.................112
Switching Defrost On and Off......................... 113
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off................................................................ 113
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off........................................................................\
. 113
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off........................................................................\
. 113
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off........................................................................\
. 112
Switching the Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
. 113
Switching the Heated Seats On and Off........................................................................\
. 113
Automatic High Beam Control..................74 Automatic High Beam Indicator..................... 75
Switching the System On and Off.................74
Automatic Transmission
............................152
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................. 155
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 154
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow................................................................... 155
Progressive Range Selection.......................... 154
SelectShift™ Automatic Transmission................................................... 153Transmission Selector Lever
Positions............................................................ 152
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check .............................................................
262
Auto-Start-Stop...........................................139 Disabling Auto-Start-Stop............................. 140
Enabling Auto-Start-Stop............................... 139
Autowipers.......................................................69 Autowipers Settings............................................ 70
Auxiliary Power Points
................................129
110 Volt AC Power Point................................... 129
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 129
USB Port and Power Point Locations.........129
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 264
Battery Charging See: Charging the 12V Battery...................... 263
Blind Spot Information System..............196 Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow...................................................................... 197
Switching the System On and Off...............199
System Errors....................................................... 199
Using the Blind Spot Information System.............................................................. 196
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..........196
Body Styling Kits.........................................280
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........256
Booster Seats
..................................................29
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 29
Brake Fluid Check
........................................262
Brakes...............................................................165 General Information.......................................... 165
Breaking-In.....................................................224
Bulb Specification Chart...........................324
C
Cabin Air Filter
................................................116
Canceling the Set Speed...........................174
Capacities and Specifications................320 Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates........................................................... 323
Specifications....................................................... 321
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Off-Road Driving..........................................225
After Off-Road Driving..................................... 226
Basic Off-road Driving Techniques.............225
Crossing Obstacles........................................... 225
Hill Climbing......................................................... 225
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................260
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check...................................... 259
Opening and Closing the Hood..............256 Closing the Hood................................................ 257
Opening the Hood............................................. 256
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................239
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual.........239
Overhead Console
.........................................131
P
Parking Aids
....................................................176
Principle of Operation....................................... 176
Parking Brake
.................................................166
All Vehicles........................................................... 166
Vehicles With Automatic Transmission................................................... 166
Vehicles With Manual Transmission...........166
Passive Anti-Theft System
.........................65
Arming the Engine Immobilizer...................... 65
Coded Keys............................................................. 65
Disarming the Engine Immobilizer................65
Principle of Operation........................................ 65
Passive Key Backup Position.....................56
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 65
Perchlorate........................................................13
Personal Safety System ™
...........................41
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?................................................................... 41
Phone..............................................................389 During a Phone Call.......................................... 392
Making Calls......................................................... 391
Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time.................................................................. 389
Phone Menu........................................................ 390
Receiving Calls.................................................... 392
Smartphone Connectivity.............................. 393
Text Messaging................................................... 393Power Door Locks
See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 62
Power Seats
.....................................................121
Adjusting the Driver Seat Height .................. 122
Adjusting the Lumbar........................................ 122
Adjusting the Recliner....................................... 122
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward............................................................... 121
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................263
Power Windows...............................................77 Bounce-Back......................................................... 79
Driver Door Switches (Double Cab)..............77
Driver Door Switches (Single Cab)................78
Front and Rear Passenger Door Switches............................................................. 78
Opening and Closing Other Windows Automatically................................................... 78
Opening and Closing the Driver Side Window Automatically.................................. 78
Resetting the Memory of the Electric Windows - Vehicle with One Touch
Up/Down on Driver Side only..................... 79
Safety Mode........................................................... 79
Safety Switch for the Rear Windows............78
Pre-Collision Assist.....................................203 Using the Pre-Collision Assist
System.............................................................. 203
Protecting the Environment........................17
Puncture See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 304
Push Button Ignition Switch.....................134 Failure to Start - Vehicles with Manual
Transmission................................................... 135
Fast Restart.......................................................... 136
Key Outside Vehicle Audible Warning........136
Starting System Information Messages.......................................................... 136
Starting The Engine - Vehicles with Automatic Transmission............................. 134
Starting The Engine - Vehicles with Manual Transmission................................................... 134
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving - Vehicles with Automatic
Transmission................................................... 135
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving - Vehicles with Manual
Transmission................................................... 135
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