2023 FORD RANGER Owners Manual

Note:If you disconnect or replace thebattery, you must reset the clock and thepre-set radio stations once the battery isreconnected.
Battery Disposal
Make sure that you dispose ofold batteries in anenvironmentally friendly way.Seek advice from your local authorityabout recycling old batteries.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
WARNING: If you operate yourvehicle in temperatures below 40°F(5°C), use washer fluid with antifreezeprotection. Failure to use washer fluidwith antifreeze protection in coldweather could result in impairedwindshield vision and increase the riskof injury or accident.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level islow. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 325).
State or local regulations on volatileorganic compounds may restrict the useof methanol, a common windshield washerantifreeze additive. Washer fluidscontaining non-methanol antifreezeagents should be used only if they providecold weather protection without damagingthe vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades orwasher system.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge ofthe blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with isopropylalcohol or windscreen washer concentrate.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES
Changing the Windshield WiperBlades
Note:The windshield wiper blades aredifferent in length.
Note:If you install wiper blades of thewrong length, the wiper blades can clashdamaging the wiper system.
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1.Pull the wiper blade and arm awayfrom the glass.
2.Squeeze the blade's lock pin and tabon the bottom of the arm to releasethe wiper blade.
3.Slide the blade out to remove it fromthe arm hook.
4.Install in the reverse order.
Note:Make sure that the wiper blade locksinto place.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
If your vehicle has been involved in a crash,have the aim of the headlamp beamchecked by an authorized dealer.
8 ft (2.4 m)A
Ground to the center of theheadlamp high beam bulbB
25 ft (7.6 m)C
Horizontal reference lineD
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1.Park your vehicle on level groundapproximately 25 ft (7.6 m) from a wallor screen.
2.Measure the distance from the groundto the center of the headlamp highbeam bulb and mark an 8 ft (2.4 m)long horizontal reference line on thewall or screen at this height.
Note:There may be an identifying mark onthe lens to help you locate the center lineof the headlamp high beam bulb. Refer tothe graphic below step 4.
Note:To see a clearer light pattern foradjusting, you may want to block the lightfrom one headlamp while adjusting theother.
3.Switch on the low beam headlampsand open the hood.
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4.On the wall or screen you will observea flat zone of high intensity lightlocated at the top of the beam pattern.If the top edge of the flat zone of highintensity light is not on the horizontalreference line, adjust the aim of theheadlamp beam.
5.Use a suitable tool, for example ascrewdriver or socket wrench, to turnthe adjuster clockwise orcounterclockwise to adjust the verticalaim of the headlamp. The horizontaledge of the brighter light should touchthe horizontal reference line.
6.Close the hood and switch off thelamps.
REMOVING A HEADLAMP
Contact an authorized dealer.
CHANGING A BULB
Replacing the Headlamp Bulbs
Note:Do not touch the bulb glass.
Headlamp assembly:
A.High beam bulb.
B.Low beam bulb.
C.Front park and direction indicator bulb.
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Replacing the High Beam HeadlampBulb
1.Make sure the lamps are off.
2.With the hood open, locate andcarefully remove the cover.
3.Disconnect the electrical connector.
4.Turn the bulb counterclockwise andremove it.
5.Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing the Low Beam HeadlampBulb
1.Make sure the lamps are off.
2.With the hood open, locate andcarefully remove the cover.
3.Disconnect the electrical connector.
4.Turn the bulb counterclockwise andremove it.
5.Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing the Front Park and DirectionIndicator Bulb
1.Make sure the lamps are off.
2.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwiseand remove it.
3.Remove the bulb by pulling it straightout.
4.Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing LED Headlamp Bulbs
All bulbs in this assembly except for thedirection indicator bulb are LED. If an LEDfails have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible. Contact an authorized dealer.
Front Side Marker Bulb
1.Make sure the lamps are off.
2.Remove the lamp from the wheel lipmolding by releasing the clip.
3.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwiseand remove it.
4.Remove the bulb by pulling it straightout.
5.Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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Approach Lamp and Side DirectionIndicator (If Equipped)
Side direction indicator.A
Approach lamp.B
If an LED fails have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible. Contact an authorizeddealer.
Front Fog Lamps
1.Make sure the lamps are off.
2.To access the bulb, reach behind thebumper.
3.Disconnect the electrical connector.
4.Turn the bulb counterclockwise andremove it.
5.Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Note:You cannot separate the bulb fromthe bulb holder.
Replacing LED Fog Lamp Bulbs (If
Equipped)
If an LED fails have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible. Contact an authorizeddealer.
Rear Lamps
Type 1
Tail, Brake, Reversing, and DirectionIndicator
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Brake and rear park bulb.A
Rear direction indicator bulb.B
Reverse lamp bulb.C
1.Make sure the lamps are off.
2.Open the tailgate to access the rearlamp assemblies.
3.Remove the two bolts from the taillamp assembly. Then, carefully pull thelamp assembly from the tailgate pillarby releasing the two retaining tabs.
4.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwiseand remove it.
5.Remove the bulb by pulling it straightout.
6.Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing LED Brake, Rear, DirectionIndicator and Reverse Lamp Bulbs
If an LED fails have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible. Contact an authorizeddealer.
Type 2
Tail, Brake, Reversing Lamp andDirection Indicator
1.Make sure the lamps are off.
2.Undo the screws to remove the outerlens and access the bulbs.
3.Remove the bulb by pulling it straightout.
4.Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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License Plate Lamp
1.Make sure the lamps are off.
2.Use a screwdriver to carefully removethe lamp from the rear bumper.
3.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwiseand remove it.
4.Remove the bulb by pulling it straightout.
5.Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Central High Mounted Brake Lamp
1.Make sure the lamps are off.
2.Remove the four screws and move thelamp assembly away from the vehicleto expose the bulb sockets.
3.Remove the bulb socket by rotating itcounterclockwise and pulling it out ofthe lamp assembly.
4.Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
5.Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing LED Cargo Lamp andHigh-mount Brake Lamp Bulbs
If an LED fails have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible. Contact an authorizeddealer.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Your dealer has many quality productsavailable to clean your vehicle and protectits finishes.
CLEANING PRODUCTS
Materials
For best results, use the following productsor products of equivalent quality:
For additional information and assistance,we recommend that you contact anauthorized dealer.
SpecificationName
Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover, ZC-42 (U.S. & Canada)
ESR-M5B194-BMotorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner, ZC-15 (U.S. & Canada)
ESR-M14P4-AMotorcraft® Detail Wash, ZC-3-A (U.S. & Canada)
ESR-M14P3-AMotorcraft® Engine Shampoo and Degreaser, ZC-20 (U.S.)
Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo, CXC-66-A (Canada)
Motorcraft® Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner, ZC-56 (U.S. &Canada)
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Cleaner, CXC-101 (Canada)
WSS-M14P19-AMotorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate withBitterant, ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)
WSS-M14P19-AMotorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid, CXC-37-F/M (Canada)
Motorcraft® Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner,ZC-54 (U.S. & Canada)
ESR-M14P5-AMotorcraft® Premium Glass Cleaner, CXC-100 (Canada)
Motorcraft® Spot and Stain Remover, ZC-14 (U.S.)
ESR-M14P5-AMotorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, ZC-23 (U.S.)
Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner, ZC-37-A (U.S. & Canada)
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