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Fuse/Relay
Location
Fuse
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Rating
Power
Distribution
Box
Description
45A
—
W
iper
HI/LO
45B
—
W
iper
Park/Run
46A
—
Fuel
Pump
46B
—
T
railer
T
ow
47
—
Starter
48
—
Auxiliary
Cooling
Fan
49
—
Not
Used
50
—
Not
Used
51
—
Not
Used
52
—
Not
Used
53
—
Powertrain
Control
Module
(PCM)
Diode
54
—
Powertrain
Control
Module
(PCM)
55
—
Blower
56A
—
A/C
Clutch
Solenoid
56B
—
Front
W
asher
Pump
*
Mini
Fuses
**
Maxi
Fuses
Roadside
emergencies
168
167
169
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Icons
2
Introduction
2
Warnings
3
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
3
Special Notices
4
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
5
Electric Vehicles
5
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
6
Instrumentation
8
Light Turns on Solid
10
Check Engine
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Light Is Blinking
11
Check Fuel Cap
11
Check Gage
12
Air Bag Readiness
12
Safety Belt
12
Brake System Warning
12
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
13
Turn Signal
13
High Beams
13
Anti-Theft System
13
Door Ajar
14
Four Wheel Drive High
14
Four Wheel Drive Low
14
O/D off
14
Speed Control
15
Safety Belt Warning Chime
15
Belt Minder Chime
15
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
15
Seating and Safety Restraints
15
Gauges
16
Fuel Gauge
16
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
17
Tachometer
17
Trip Odometer
18
Speedometer
18
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
19
Battery Voltage Gauge
19
Headlamp Control
20
Foglamp Control
20
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
20
Controls and Features
20
Flash to Pass
21
Panel Dimmer Control
21
Climate Control System
22
Heater Only System
22
Fan Speed Control
22
Temperature Control Knob
22
Operating Tips
23
Mode Selector Control
24
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
24
To Aid in Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather Conditions
27
4Wd Control
27
Auxiliary Power Point
28
Passenger Air Bag On/Off Switch
29
Using Your Audio System
29
AM/FM Stereo
29
AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
30
Tune Adjust
30
AM/FM Select
30
Volume/Power Control
30
Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
31
Seek Function
31
Seek Function in Radio Mode
31
Radio Station Memory Preset
31
Bass Adjust
32
Treble Adjust
32
Speaker Balance Adjust
32
Setting the Clock
32
AM/FM Stereo / Single CD Radio
34
Am
35
AM/FM Select in CD Mode
35
Scan Function
36
Seek Function for CD Mode
36
Tune Adjust for CD Changer
36
Speaker Fade Adjust
38
CD Select
38
Rewind
38
Fast Forward
38
Eject Function
39
Compression Feature
39
Shuffle Feature
39
Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
40
Mute Mode
49
Premium AM/FM Stereo in Dash Six CD Radio
49
Load
54
Display Description
54
Auto Load
55
Eject
55
Auto Eject
55
Radio Data System (RDS) Feature
60
Traffic Announcements
60
To Activate RDS
60
RDS Features
60
Program Type
61
Show
61
Cleaning Compact Discs
62
Cleaning Cassette Player
62
Cassette and Cassette Player Care
62
Radio Reception Factors
63
Radio Frequency Information
63
Turn Signal Control
64
Turn Signal Flasher Reprogramming Information
64
Positions of the Ignition
65
To Turn Speed Control on
65
To Turn Speed Control off
66
To Set a Speed
66
To Set a Higher Set Speed
67
To Set a Lower Set Speed
67
To Disengage Speed Control
68
Deactivating Overdrive
69
Activating Overdrive
69
Indicator Light
69
To Return to a Previously Set Speed
69
Tilt Steering Wheel
70
Hazard Flasher
71
Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
71
Courtesy/Reading Lamps
71
Speed Dependent Wipers
71
Roadside Emergencies
71
Power Windows
72
One Touch down
72
Center Console
73
To Adjust Your Mirrors
73
Power Side View Mirrors
73
Power Door Locks
73
Cargo Area Features
74
Cargo Area Shade
74
Bed Extender
74
Tonneau Cover
76
To Remove the Bed Extender
76
To Open the Front Panel
77
To Open the Rear Panel
77
To Stow the Rear Panel
78
To Rotate the Cargo Divider 90
79
To Remove the Cargo Divider
79
Interior Tonneau Cover Release
80
To Remove the Tonneau Cover
80
Remote Entry System
81
Unlocking the Doors
82
Locking the Doors
82
Sounding a Panic Alarm
83
Replacing the Battery
83
Replacing Lost Transmitters
84
Programming Remote Transmitters
84
To Program the Transmitters Yourself
84
Illuminated Entry
85
Automatic Arming
85
Automatic Disarming
85
Key Information
86
Programming Spare Keys
87
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
89
Seating and Safety Restraints
89
Rear Seats
90
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
90
Center Facing Jump Seat (2 Door Supercab)
90
Center Facing Jump Seat (4 Door Supercab)
91
Safety Restraints Precautions
91
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
92
Energy Management Feature
93
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
93
Automatic Locking Mode
93
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
94
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
94
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
95
Safety Belt Pretensioner
95
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
96
Lap Belts
97
Adjusting the Front Center Seat Lap Belt
97
Adjusting the Rear Center Facing Jump Seat Lap Belt
98
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
98
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
98
Conditions of Operation
98
Belt Minder
99
One Time Disable
100
Deactivating/Activating the Belt Minder Feature
101
Safety Belt Maintenance
102
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
103
Important Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
103
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
105
Children and Air Bags
105
Determining if the System Is Operational
107
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
107
Turning the Passenger Air Bag off
108
Turning the Passenger Air Bag Back on
109
NHTSA Deactivation Criteria (Excluding Canada)
110
Transport Canada Deactivation Criteria (Canada Only)
111
Safety Restraints for Children
112
Important Child Restraint Precautions
112
Children and Safety Belts
113
When Installing a Child Safety Seat
114
Safety Seats for Children
114
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
114
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
118
Bucket Seats
118
60/40 Seats
118
Center Seating Location
121
Center Seating Location 60/40 Vinyl Seats
122
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
123
Important Safety Precautions
123
Starting
123
Cold Weather Starting (Flexible Fuel Vehicles Only)
125
Using the Engine Block Heater
126
Starting the Engine
126
If the Engine Fails to Start Using the Preceding Instructions
126
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
127
Important Ventilating Information
127
Brakes
128
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
128
Using Four Wheel ABS
128
Driving
128
ABS Warning Lamp
129
Parking Brake
129
Steering
130
Preparing to Drive Your Vehicle
131
Automatic Transmission Operation
132
Brake-Shift Interlock
132
Understanding Gearshift Positions
133
Driving with a 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
133
R (Reverse)
134
Forced Downshifts
135
Manual Transmission Operation
136
Using the Clutch
136
Parking
136
Recommended Shift Speeds
137
Upshifts When Accelerating (for Best Fuel Economy)
137
Upshifts When Cruising (Recommended for Best Fuel Economy)
137
Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) Operation
138
Reverse
138
Shifting from 2WD (2WD High) to 4X4 HIGH (4WD High)
139
Using the Electronic Shift 4WD System
139
Positions of the Electronic Shift System
139
4WD System Indicator Lights
139
Shifting from 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) to 2WD (2WD High)
140
Shifting from 2WD (2WD High) to 4X4 LOW (4WD Low)
140
Shifting from 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) to 2WD (2WD High)
140
Shifting between 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) and 4X4 LOW (4WD Low)
141
Driving Off-Road with 4WD
141
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
142
Sand
142
Mud and Water
142
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
143
Driving on Snow and Ice
143
Vehicle Loading
144
Driving through Water
144
Traction-Lok Axle
144
Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
146
Trailer Towing
147
4X2 W/Manual Transmission
147
Regular Cab W/6’ Box
147
Preparing to Tow
153
Hitches
153
Safety Chains
153
Trailer Brakes
153
Trailer Tow Connector
154
Trailer Lamps
154
Using a Step Bumper
154
Driving While You Tow
155
When Towing a Trailer
155
Servicing after Towing
155
Trailer Towing Tips
156
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
156
Recreational Towing
156
4X2 and 4X4 Vehicles Equipped with Manual Transmissions
157
4X2 and 4X4 Vehicles Equipped with Automatic Transmissions
157
Camper Bodies
157
Fuel Delivery
158
Using Roadside Assistance
158
Roadside Emergencies
158
Resetting the Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
159
Fuses and Relays
161
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
161
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
162
Power Distribution Box
165
2.3L Engine
166
High-Current Fuses
166
3.0L and 4.0L Engines
169
Changing the Tires
171
Temporary Spare Tire Information
171
Conventional Spare Tire Information
172
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
173
Removing the Spare Tire
173
Stowing the Spare Tire
175
Tire Change Procedure
175
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
178
Preparing Your Vehicle
178
Connecting the Jumper Cables
179
Jump Starting
181
Removing the Jumper Cables
181
Wrecker Towing
183
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
184
To Help You Service Your Vehicle
184
Service Recommendations
184
Maintenance and Care
184
Working with the Engine on
185
Opening the Hood
185
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
186
2.3L I4 Engine
186
3.0L V6 Engine
187
4.0L SOHC V6 Engine
188
Engine Oil
189
Checking the Engine Oil
189
Adding Engine Oil
192
Engine Oil Recommendations
193
Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
194
Brake Fluid
194
Engine Oil Filter Recommendation
194
Clutch Fluid
195
Windshield Washer Fluid
196
Washer Fluid
196
Engine Coolant
197
Checking Engine Coolant
197
Adding Engine Coolant
198
Recycled Engine Coolant
201
Coolant Refill Capacity
201
Severe Climates
201
If You Drive in Extremely Hot Climates
202
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
202
Transmission Fluid
203
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
203
Low Fluid Level
204
Correct Fluid Level
204
High Fluid Level
204
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
205
Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
205
Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
206
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
207
Battery
207
Windshield Wiper Blades
209
Checking the Wiper Blades
209
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
210
Changing the Wiper Blades
210
Treadwear
211
Traction AA a B C
211
Temperature a B C
211
Servicing Your Tires
212
Checking the Tire Pressure
212
Tire Rotation
212
Replacing the Tires
213
Snow Tires and Chains
214
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
215
Fuel Filler Cap
218
When Fueling Your Vehicle
218
FFV Engine
219
Octane Recommendations
219
Unleaded Gasoline Engines
219
Choosing the Right Fuel
219
Fuel Quality
220
Cleaner Air
221
Running out of Fuel
221
Fuel Filter
221
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
222
Measuring Techniques
222
Filling the Tank
222
Calculating Fuel Economy
223
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
223
Habits
223
Maintenance
224
Conditions
224
EPA Window Sticker
225
Emission Control System
225
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
226
Bulbs
227
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
227
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
227
To Remove the Headlamp Bulb
227
To Install the New Bulb
228
Replacing Front Side Marker Bulbs
229
Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup Lamp Bulbs
230
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp and Cargo Lamp Bulbs
231
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
231
To Remove the Brakelamp Assembly
232
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
232
Using the Right Bulbs
232
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
233
Aiming the Headlamps
233
Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
234
Washing Your Vehicle
234
Underbody
234
Waxing Your Vehicle
234
Customer Assistance
234
Repairing Paint Chips
235
Cleaning the Wheels
235
Cleaning the Engine
236
Cleaning Non-Painted Plastic Exterior Parts
237
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
238
Cleaning the Windshield, Wiper Blades and Rear Window
238
Cleaning the Instrument Panel
238
Cleaning the Instrument Cluster Lens
238
Cleaning the Interior Fabric
239
Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
239
Inside Windows
239
Cleaning Mirrors
239
Motorcraft Part Numbers
240
Refill Capacities
240
Capacities and Specifications
240
Lubricant Specifications
243
Engine Data
245
Vehicle Dimensions
246
Identifying Your Vehicle
248
Certification Label
248
Vehicle Identification Number
248
Engine Number
248
Ford Extended Service Plan
249
Customer Assistance
249
Away from Home
250
Reporting Safety Defects
262
Index
263
Filling Station Information
271
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Ford 2001 Ranger Specifications
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Brand
Ford
Model
2001 Ranger
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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