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SEA
TING
Adjusting
the
front
manual
seat
Never
adjust
the
driver’
s
seat
or
seatback
when
the
vehicle
is
moving.
Do
not
pile
cargo
higher
than
the
seatbacks
to
avoid
injuring
people
in
a
collision
or
sudden
stop.
Always
drive
and
ride
with
your
seatback
upright
and
the
lap
belt
snug
and
low
across
the
hips.
Lift
handle
to
move
seat
forward
or
backward.
Seating
and
safety
restraints
71
70
72
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
2
Icons
2
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
2
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
3
Electric Vehicles
3
Using Your Vehicle as a Snowplow
3
Instrumentation
4
Warning Lights and Chimes
6
Standard Instrument Cluster
6
Optional Instrument Cluster
6
Check Engine
6
Light Is Blinking
7
Light Turns on Solid
7
Fuel Reset
8
Air Bag Readiness
8
Safety Belt
8
Brake System Warning
8
High Beams
9
Charging System
9
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
9
Turn Signal
9
O/D off
10
Check Gage
10
Four Wheel Drive Low/High
10
Door Ajar
10
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
11
Standard Instrument Cluster Gauges
11
Safety Belt Warning Chime
11
Speed Control
11
Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges
12
Fuel Gauge
12
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
13
Tachometer
13
Speedometer
14
Trip Odometer
14
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
15
Battery Voltage Gauge
15
Foglamp Control
16
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
16
Headlamp Control
16
Controls and Features
16
Flash to Pass
17
Panel Dimmer Control
17
Climate Control System
17
Fan Speed Control
17
Temperature Control Knob
18
Mode Selector Control
18
Operating Tips
18
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
19
4WD Control
22
Auxiliary Power Point
23
Passenger Air Bag On/Off Switch
23
Using Your Audio System
24
AM/FM Stereo
24
Volume/Power Control
24
AM/FM Select
25
AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
25
Tune Adjust
25
Seek Function
25
Treble Adjust
26
Bass Adjust
26
Radio Station Memory Preset
26
Speaker Balance Adjust
27
Speaker Fade Adjust
27
Setting the Clock
27
AM/FM Stereo Cassette
28
Scan Function in Radio Mode
30
Setting Memory Preset Stations
31
Tape Select
32
Automatic Music Search
32
Eject Function
33
Fast Forward
33
Tape Direction Select
33
Rewind
33
AM/FM Stereo / Single CD Radio
35
Seek Function in CD Mode
37
CD Select
39
Compression Feature
39
Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD/Premium Sound
41
Tune Adjust for CD Changer
43
Seek Function for CD or CD Changer
44
Autoset Memory Preset
45
Starting Autoset Memory Preset
45
Mute Mode
51
CD Changer
51
Cleaning Compact Discs
53
CD and CD Player Care
53
Cleaning Cassette Player
53
Cassette and Cassette Player Care
53
Radio Frequency Information
54
Radio Reception Factors
54
Positions of the Ignition
55
Turn Signal Control
55
To Turn Speed Control On/Off
56
To Set a Speed
57
To Set a Higher Set Speed
57
To Disengage Speed Control
59
Overdrive Control
60
To Return to a Previously Set Speed
60
Indicator Light
60
Tilt Steering
61
Hazard Flasher
61
Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
62
Power Windows
62
Power Door Locks
63
Power Side View Mirrors
63
One Touch down
63
Center Console
64
Cargo Area Features
64
Remote Entry System
64
Unlocking/Locking the Doors
65
Sounding a Panic Alarm
65
Replacing the Battery
66
Replacing Lost Transmitters
67
Illuminated Entry
67
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
68
Theft Indicator
69
Programming Spare Securilock Keys
69
Procedure to Program Spare Securilock
70
Keys to Your Vehicle
70
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
71
Seating and Safety Restraints
71
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
72
Rear Seat
72
Center Facing Jump Seat
73
Safety Restraints Precautions
73
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
74
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
75
Automatic Locking Mode
75
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
75
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
76
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
77
Adjusting the Front Center Seat Lap Belt
78
Adjusting the Rear Center Facing Jump Seat Lap Belt
79
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
80
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
80
Conditions of Operation
80
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
81
Safety Belt Maintenance
81
Important Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
82
Children and Air Bags
83
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
83
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
85
Determining if the System Is Operational
85
Turning the Passenger Air Bag off
86
Turning the Passenger Air Bag Back on
87
Transport Canada Deactivation Criteria
89
Important Child Restraint Precautions
90
Children and Safety Belts
91
Safety Seats for Children
92
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
92
When Installing a Child Safety Seat
92
Installing Child Safety Seats in Combination Lap and Shoulder Belt Seating Positions
93
Attaching Safety Seats with Tether Straps
96
Tether Anchorage Hardware
96
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
97
Starting
97
Starting
98
Important Safety Precautions
98
Starting the Engine
100
Using the Engine Block Heater
100
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
102
Important Ventilating Information
102
RABS Warning Lamp
103
Brakes
103
Rear Anti-Lock Brake System (RABS)
103
Driving
103
Using RABS
104
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
104
ABS Warning Lamp
104
Using ABS
105
Parking Brake
105
Steering
106
Transmission Operation
107
Brake-Shift Interlock
107
Understanding Gearshift Positions
108
Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission
108
Forced Downshifts
112
Driving a Manual Transmission
112
Using the Clutch
112
Parking
113
Recommended Shift Speeds
114
Reverse
114
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) Operation
115
4WD System Indicator Lights
115
Using the Electronic Shift 4WD System
116
Driving Off-Road with 4WD
118
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
118
Sand
119
Mud and Water
119
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
119
Traction-Lok Axle
120
Driving on Snow and Ice
120
Driving through Water
121
Vehicle Loading
121
Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
123
Trailer Towing
123
Preparing to Tow
128
Hitches
128
Safety Chains
128
Trailer Brakes
128
Trailer Lamps
129
Using a Step Bumper
129
Driving While You Tow
129
Servicing after Towing
129
Recreational Towing
130
Trailer Towing Tips
130
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
130
2WD (Automatic Transmissions)
131
2WD (Manual Transmissions)
131
4WD – Electronic Shift Transfer Case
131
Camper Bodies
132
Hazard Lights Control
133
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
133
Roadside Emergencies
133
Fuses
134
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
135
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
135
Power Distribution Box
138
The High-Current Fuses
139
Changing the Tires
141
Temporary Spare Tire Information
141
Conventional Spare Tire Information
141
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
142
Removing the Spare Tire
142
Stowing the Spare
143
Tire Change Procedure
144
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
146
Preparing Your Vehicle
147
Connecting the Jumper Cables
147
Jump Starting
149
Removing the Jumper Cables
149
Wrecker Towing
151
Service Recommendations
152
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
152
Maintenance and Care
152
Opening the Hood
153
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
154
2.5L I4 Engine
154
3.0L V6 Vulcan Engine
155
4.0L OHV V6 Engine
156
Checking the Engine Oil
157
Adding Engine Oil
158
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
159
Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
160
Clutch Fluid
161
Engine Coolant
162
Checking and Adding Windshield Washer Fluid
162
Adding Engine Coolant
163
Recycled Engine Coolant
164
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
165
Coolant Refill Capacity
165
Severe Winter Climate
165
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
166
Correct Fluid Level
167
High Fluid Level
167
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
167
Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
168
Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
169
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
169
Battery
170
Windshield Wiper Blades
172
Checking the Wiper Blades
172
Information about Tire Quality Grades
173
Changing the Wiper Blades
173
Treadwear
174
Traction AA a B C
174
Temperature a B C
174
Tire Rotation
175
Checking the Tire Pressure
175
Servicing Your Tires
175
Five Tire Rotation
176
Replacing the Tires
176
Snow Tires and Chains
177
Fuel Filler Cap
180
Choosing the Right Fuel
180
Octane Recommendations
181
Unleaded Gasoline Engines
181
FFV Engine
181
Fuel Quality
182
Cleaner Air
182
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
183
Running out of Fuel
183
Fuel Filter
183
Measuring Techniques
183
Filling the Tank
184
Calculating Fuel Economy
184
Maintenance
185
EPA Window Sticker
186
Emission Control System
186
Conditions
186
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
188
Exterior Bulbs
188
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
189
To Install the New Bulb
190
Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup Lamp Bulbs
191
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
192
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
193
To Remove/Install the Brakelamp Assembly
193
Using the Right Bulbs
194
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
194
Aiming the Headlamps
194
Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
195
Washing Your Vehicle
195
Waxing Your Vehicle
195
Repairing Paint Chips
196
Cleaning the Wheels
196
Cleaning the Engine
196
Cleaning the Instrument Panel
198
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
198
Cleaning the Wiper Blades and Windshield
198
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
198
Cleaning the Interior Fabric
199
Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
199
Underbody
199
Cleaning Mirrors
199
Motorcraft Part Numbers
200
Refill Capacities
200
Capacities and Specifications
200
Lubricant Specifications
202
Engine Data
204
Vehicle Dimensions
205
Identifying Your Vehicle
207
Safety Compliance Label
207
Vehicle Identification Number
208
Engine Number
208
Reporting Safety Defects
209
Index
210
Filling Station Information
215
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Brand
Ford
Model
1999 Ranger
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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