Ford 1999 Ranger User Manual

Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 4
Controls and features 16
Seating and safety restraints 71
Starting and driving
Starting 97
Driving 103
Roadside emergencies 133
Servicing
Maintenance and care 152
Capacities and specifications 200
Reporting safety defects 209
Index 210
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Ford 1999 Ranger Specifications

General

Brand	Ford
Model	1999 Ranger
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

WARNINGS

Provides information to reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent vehicle damage.

Instrumentation

Check engine

Brake system warning

Describes the brake warning lamp and its indications for system issues.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Controls and features

PASSENGER AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH

Explains the switch to deactivate the passenger air bag for child seats.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

Seating and safety restraints

Safety restraints precautions

Offers essential precautions for using safety restraints and child seats properly.

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

Covers the SRS components and system operation for occupant protection.

NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada)

Starting

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE

STARTING THE ENGINE

Provides step-by-step instructions for starting the vehicle's engine.

Guarding against exhaust fumes

Driving

BRAKES

Transmission operation

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)

Details 4WD operation, system characteristics, and indicator lights.

TRAILER TOWING

Roadside emergencies

FUSES AND RELAYS

CHANGING THE TIRES

Provides instructions for changing a tire, including temporary spare tire precautions.

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Guides on safely jump starting a vehicle using jumper cables.

Maintenance and care

ENGINE OIL

Explains how to check and add engine oil, including capacity and specifications.

SERVICING YOUR TIRES

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS

Presents important safety precautions and information regarding automotive fuels.

Reporting safety defects

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)

Guides on reporting vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and Ford.