2021 FORD RANGER power steering

Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
...................72
Audio Control ..................................................
72
Voice Control ...................................................
73
Cruise Control .................................................
73
Information Display Control ......................
74
Horn ....................................................................
74
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers ........................................
75
Autowipers .......................................................
75
Windshield Washers ....................................
76
Lighting
General Information ......................................
77
Lighting Control ..............................................
77
Autolamps .......................................................
78
Instrument Lighting Dimmer .....................
78
Daytime Running Lamps ............................
79
Automatic High Beam Control ................
80
Front Fog Lamps ............................................
81
Direction Indicators .......................................
81
Interior Lamps .................................................
81
Ambient Lighting ...........................................
82
Cargo Lamps ...................................................
82
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows .............................................
83
Exterior Mirrors ...............................................
86
Interior Mirror ...................................................
87
Sun Visors ........................................................
88
Instrument Cluster
Gauges ..............................................................
89
Warning Lamps and Indicators ................
92
Audible Warnings and Indicators ............
95
Information Displays
General Information ....................................
96Information Messages
...............................
104
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control .............................
117
Automatic Climate Control ......................
118
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate ........................................................................\
.
120
Heated Windshield ......................................
122
Heated Rear Window .................................
122
Heated Exterior Mirrors ..............................
122
Cabin Air Filter ...............................................
122
Remote Start .................................................
123
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position .................
124
Head Restraints ............................................
124
Manual Seats ................................................
125
Power Seats ...................................................
127
Rear Seats ......................................................
128
Heated Seats ................................................
130
Rear Occupant Alert System
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System ........................................................................\
..
131
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work ..............................................
131
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions ........................................................................\
..
131
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations ........................................................................\
..
131
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off ...................................................
131
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators ........................................................................\
.
132
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings .....................................................
132
Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener ...............
133
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Using Adaptive Cruise Control
................191
Driving Aids
Driver Alert .....................................................
198
Lane Keeping System ................................
199
Blind Spot Information System ............
204
Cross Traffic Alert .......................................
207
Steering ...........................................................
210
Pre-Collision Assist ......................................
211
Load Carrying
Load Limit .......................................................
215
Roof Racks and Load Carriers ................
219
Load Retaining Fixtures .............................
219
Towing
Towing a Trailer .............................................
221
Trailer Sway Control ...................................
222
Recommended Towing Weights ...........
222
Essential Towing Checks .........................
224
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels ......
227
Driving Hints
Breaking-In ....................................................
230
Economical Driving ....................................
230
Cold Weather Precautions .......................
231
Off-Road Driving ..........................................
231
Driving Through Water ..............................
232
Floor Mats ......................................................
233
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance .................................
234
Hazard Flashers ...........................................
235
Fuel Shutoff ..................................................
235
Jump Starting the Vehicle .......................
236
Transporting the Vehicle ..........................
238
Towing Points ...............................................
238Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need
.............
240
In California (U.S. Only) .............................
241
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) .....................
242
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) ......................
243
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada .......................................................
243
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
245
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
245
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
245
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations ....................................
247
Fuse Specification Chart .........................
248
Changing a Fuse .........................................
260
Maintenance
General Information ..................................
262
Opening and Closing the Hood .............
263
Under Hood Overview ..............................
264
Engine Oil Dipstick .....................................
265
Engine Oil Check .........................................
265
Changing the Engine Air Filter ...............
266
Oil Change Indicator Reset ......................
267
Engine Coolant Check ..............................
268
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ........................................................................\
.
272
Brake Fluid Check ........................................
272
Power Steering Fluid Check ....................
273
Fuel Filter ........................................................
273
Charging the 12V Battery ..........................
273
Changing the 12V Battery ........................
274
Washer Fluid Check ...................................
276
Checking the Wiper Blades .....................
276
Changing the Wiper Blades ....................
276
Adjusting the Headlamps .........................
277
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Horn control
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Requires registered technician
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
See Service Manual
Service engine soon
Passenger airbag activated
Passenger airbag deactivated
Side airbag Shield the eyes
Stability control
Hill descent control
Trail control
Windshield wiping system
Windshield wash and wipe
DATA RECORDING WARNING: Do not connect
wireless plug-in devices to the data link
connector. Unauthorized third parties
could gain access to vehicle data and
impair the performance of safety related
systems. Only allow repair facilities that
follow our service and repair instructions
to connect their equipment to the data
link connector.
We respect your privacy and are
committed to protecting it. The
information contained in this publication
was correct at the time of going to print,
but as technology rapidly changes, we
recommend that you visit the regional Ford
website for the latest information.
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Lane Keeping System
Action
Message
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Lane Keeping Sys.
Malfunction Service Required
The system has detected a condition that has caused thesystem to be temporarily unavailable. See Lane Keeping
System (page 199).
Front Camera Tempor-
arily Not Available
The system has detected a condition that requires you toclean the windshield in order for it to operate properly.
Front Camera Low Visib-
ility Clean Screen
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
Front Camera Malfunc-
tion Service Required
The system requests you to keep your hands on the steering wheel.
Keep Hands on Steering
Wheel
Maintenance Action
Message
Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off the
engine. Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Low Engine Oil Pressure
The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less.
Change Engine Oil Soon
The oil life left is at 0%.
Oil Change Required
The brake fluid level is low, inspect the brake system immedi- ately.
Brake Fluid Level Low
The brake system needs servicing. Stop your vehicle in a safeplace. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Check Brake System
Your vehicle is still in Transport or Factory mode. This may
not allow some features to operate properly. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Transport / Factory
Mode Contact Dealer
The powertrain needs service due to a powertrain malfunction.
See Manual
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Park Aid
Action
Message
The system has detected a condition that requires service.
Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. See Front
Parking Aid (page 185).
Check Front Park Aid
The system has detected a condition that requires service.Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. See
Rear
Parking Aid (page 185).
Check Rear Park Aid
Displays the park aid status.
Front Park Aid On Off
Displays the park aid status.
Rear Park Aid On Off
Power Steering Action
Message
The power steering system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Steering Fault Service
Now
The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle
in a safe place. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Steering Loss Stop
Safely
The power steering system has detected a condition within
the power steering system, passive entry or the passive start system requires service. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Steering Assist Fault
Service Required
Pre-Collision Assist Action
Message
A fault with the system has occurred. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Collision Warning
Malfunction
You have a blocked sensor due to bad weather, ice, mud or
water in front of the radar sensor. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See
Pre-Collision Assist (page 211).
Collision Warning Not
Available Sensor
Blocked See Manual
A fault with the system has occurred. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Collision Warning Not
Available
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Extended idling at high
engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire or other
damage. WARNING:
Do not park, idle or
drive your vehicle on dry grass or other
dry ground cover. The emission system
heats up the engine compartment and
exhaust system, creating the risk of fire. WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic.
Always open the garage door before you
start the engine. WARNING:
Exhaust leaks may
result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes. WARNING:
Switching off the
engine when your vehicle is still moving
results in a significant decrease in
braking assistance. Higher effort is
required to apply the brakes and to stop
your vehicle. A significant decrease in
steering assistance could also occur. The
steering does not lock, but higher effort
could be required to steer your vehicle.
When you switch the ignition off, some
electrical circuits, for example airbags,
also turn off. If you unintentionally switch
the ignition off, shift into neutral (N) and
restart the engine. If you disconnect the battery, your vehicle
may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approximately
5 mi
(8 km) after you reconnect it. This is
because the engine management system
must realign itself with the engine. You
can disregard any unusual driving
characteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets all
Canadian interference-causing equipment
standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the engine, avoid pressing
the accelerator pedal before and during
operation. Only use the accelerator pedal
when you have difficulty starting the
engine.
IGNITION SWITCH Note:
Make sure the key is clean before
inserting it into any lock cylinder.
Note: Do not leave the key in the ignition
for an extended period of time when the
engine is not running. This is to prevent the
vehicle battery from losing charge.
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Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving
WARNING: Switching off the
engine when your vehicle is still moving
results in a significant decrease in
braking assistance. Higher effort is
required to apply the brakes and to stop
your vehicle. A significant decrease in
steering assistance could also occur. The
steering does not lock, but higher effort
could be required to steer your vehicle.
When you switch the ignition off, some
electrical circuits, for example airbags,
also turn off. If you unintentionally switch
the ignition off, shift into neutral (N) and
restart the engine.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1. Shift into neutral and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, shift into park (P) and switch the ignition
off.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1. Shift into neutral and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, shift into park (P).
3. Press and hold the push button ignition
switch, or press it three times within
two seconds.
4. Apply the parking brake. Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes WARNING: Exhaust leaks may
result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
• Open the windows at least 1 in (3 cm).
• Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
(IF
EQUIPPED) WARNING:
Failure to follow engine
block heater instructions could result in
property damage or serious personal
injury. WARNING: Do not use your heater
with ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock. WARNING:
Do not fully close the
hood, or allow it to drop under its own
weight when using the engine block
heater. This could damage the power
cable and may cause an electrical short
resulting in fire, injury and property
damage.
Note: The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below
0°F
(-18°C).
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AUTO-START-STOP
The system helps reduce fuel consumption
by automatically shutting off and restarting
the engine while your vehicle is stopped.
The engine will restart automatically when
you release the brake pedal. In some
situations, your vehicle may restart
automatically, for example:
•
To maintain interior comfort
• To recharge the battery
Note: Power assist steering is turned off
when the engine is off. WARNING: Apply the parking
brake, shift into park (P), switch the
ignition off and remove the key before
you leave your vehicle. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury or death. WARNING:
Apply the parking
brake, shift into park (P), switch the
ignition off and remove the key before
you open the hood or have any service
or repair work completed. If you do not
switch the ignition off, the engine could
restart at any time. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death. WARNING:
The system may
require the engine to automatically
restart when the auto-start-stop
indicator illuminates green or flashes
amber. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury.
The Auto-Start-Stop system status is
available at a glance within the information
display. See Information Displays (page
96
). Enabling Auto-Start-Stop
The system is automatically enabled every
time you start your vehicle if the following
conditions are met:
•
The Auto-Start-Stop button is not
pressed (not illuminated).
• Your vehicle exceeds an initial speed
of
3 mph (5 km/h) after you have
initially started the vehicle.
• Your vehicle is stopped.
• Your foot is on the brake pedal.
• The transmission is in drive (D).
• The driver's door is closed.
• There is adequate brake vacuum.
• The interior compartment has been
cooled or warmed to an acceptable
level.
• The front windshield defroster is off.
• The steering wheel is not turned rapidly
or is not at a sharp angle.
• The vehicle is not on a steep road
grade.
• The battery is within optimal operating
conditions (battery state of charge and
temperature in range).
• The engine coolant is at operating
temperature.
• Elevation is below approximately
12,000 ft (3,650 m)
.
• Ambient temperature is moderate. The green Auto-Start-Stop
indicator light on the instrument
cluster will illuminate to indicate
when the automatic engine stop occurs. If the instrument cluster is
equipped with a grey
Auto-Start-Stop indicator light,
it is illuminated when automatic engine
stop is not available due to one of the
above noted conditions not being met.
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