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IDENTIFYING
COMPONENTS
IN
THE
ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
2.3L
I4
engine
1.
W
indshield
washer
fluid
reservoir
2.
Engine
coolant
reservoir
3.
Engine
oil
dipstick
4.
T
ransmission
fluid
dipstick
(automatic
transmission)
5.
Engine
oil
filler
cap
6.
Brake
fluid
reservoir
7.
Power
distribution
box
8.
Clutch
fluid
reservoir
(manual
transmission)
9.
Battery
10.
Power
steering
fluid
reservoir
11.
Air
filter
assembly
Maintenance
and
Specifications
224
201
1
Ranger
(ran)
Owners
Guide,
1st
Printing
USA
(fus)
223
225
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
4
Warning Symbols in this Guide
4
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Perchlorate Material
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Warning Symbols on Your Vehicle
5
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles
6
Special Instructions
6
Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow
6
Event Data Recording
7
Service Data Recording
7
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
7
Cell Phone Use
9
Export Unique (Non–United States/Canada) Vehicle Specific Information
9
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
10
Instrument Cluster
12
Warning Lights and Chimes
12
Service Engine Soon
12
Check Fuel Cap
13
Brake System Warning Light
13
Anti-Lock Brake System
13
Airbag Readiness
14
Safety Belt
14
Low Tire Pressure Warning
14
Charging System
14
Advancetrac/Traction Control
15
Low Fuel
15
Door Ajar
15
Overdrive off (if Equipped)
15
Anti-Theft System
16
Speed Control (if Equipped)
16
Turn Signal
16
Door Ajar Warning Chime
16
Speedometer
17
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
17
Odometer
17
Trip Odometer
18
Tachometer
18
Fuel Gauge
18
AM/FM Stereo (if Equipped)
19
Audio Systems
19
Entertainment Systems
19
Seek
19
Am/Fm
20
CLK (Clock)
20
Memory Preset Buttons
20
Power/Volume
20
AM/FM Stereo Single CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible System (if Equipped)
21
CD Eject
21
Mute
22
Sategory
22
Satellite Radio Menu (if Equipped)
22
Save Song
22
Autoset
23
Balance
23
Delete All Songs
23
Enable Alerts/Disable Alerts
23
Flat File/Directory Mode
24
Normal/Track Title/File Name
24
Repeat
24
Tune
24
Aux
25
Seek/Track
25
Text/Scan
25
Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)-(if Equipped)
26
CD Slot
26
On/Off/Volume
26
Required Equipment
27
To Play Your Portable Music Player Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
27
Troubleshooting
27
CD/CD Player Care
28
General Audio Information
28
Radio Frequencies
28
Radio Reception Factors
28
Changing between Flat File Mode and Directory Mode
30
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
30
Operating Your Audio System with MP3-Formatted Discs
30
Sample MP3 Structure
31
Satellite Radio Channels
32
Satellite Radio Information (if Equipped)
32
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
32
Sirius Satellite Radio Service
32
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
33
Climate Controls
35
Heater Only System (if Equipped)
35
Operating Tips
35
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System (if Equipped)
36
Max A/C
36
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
37
Fog Lamp Control (if Equipped)
38
Headlamp Control
38
High Beams
38
Lights
38
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (if Equipped)
39
Flash-To-Pass
39
Panel Dimmer Control
39
Aiming the Headlamps
40
Headlamp Aim Adjustment
40
Bulb Replacement
42
Interior Lamps
42
Lamp Assembly Condensation
42
Turn Signal Control
42
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
43
Replacing Interior Bulbs
43
Using the Right Bulbs
43
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs/Front Park Bulbs/Turn Signal Bulbs
44
Replacing Front Sidemarker Bulbs
45
Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup Lamp Bulbs
46
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (if Equipped)
47
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulb
47
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
47
Driver Controls
48
Multi-Function Lever
48
Windshield Washer
48
Windshield Wiper
48
Center Console (if Equipped)
49
Steering Wheel Adjustment
49
Tilt Steering Wheel (if Equipped)
49
Auxiliary Power Point (12V DC)
50
Power Windows (if Equipped)
50
Exterior Mirrors
51
Interior Mirror
51
One-Touch down
51
Power Side View Mirrors (if Equipped)
51
Fold-Away Mirrors
52
Setting Speed Control
52
Using Speed Control
52
Disengaging Speed Control
53
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
53
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
53
Resuming a Set Speed
53
Bedrails (if Equipped)
54
Positive Retention Floor Mat (if Equipped)
54
Locks and Security
55
Keys
55
Power Door Locks (if Equipped)
55
Remote Entry System (if Equipped)
55
Unlocking the Doors
56
Locking the Doors
56
Car Finder
56
Sounding a Panic Alarm
56
Replacing the Battery
57
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
57
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
58
Illuminated Entry
58
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System (if Equipped)
59
Anti-Theft Indicator
60
Replacement Keys
60
Programming Spare Keys
60
Tips
60
Adjustable Head Restraints
62
Front Seating
62
Seating and Safety Restraints
62
The Adjustable Head Restraints Consist of
62
To Adjust the Head Restraint, Do the Following
63
To Reinstall the Adjustable Head Restraint, Do the Following
64
To Remove the Adjustable Head Restraint, Do the Following
64
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
65
60/40 Seat (if Equipped)
66
Center Facing Jump Seat (2–Door Supercab) (if Equipped)
67
Center Facing Jump Seat (4–Door Supercab) (if Equipped)
67
Passenger Side Rear Access
67
Rear Seats
67
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
68
Safety Restraints
68
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
69
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
69
Front Crash Severity Sensor
69
Front Outboard Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
70
Front Outboard Safety Belt Pretensioners
70
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
70
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
71
Safety Restraints Precautions
71
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
72
Adjusting the Front Center Seat and Rear Center Facing Jump Seat Lap Belts (if Equipped)
73
Restraint of Pregnant Women
73
Automatic Locking Mode
74
Safety Belt Locking Modes
74
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
74
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
75
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
75
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
75
Energy Management Feature
76
Safety Belt Pretensioner
76
2–Door Supercab
77
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
77
Regular Cab and 4–Door Super Cab
77
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
77
Belt-Minder
78
Conditions of Operation
78
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
78
Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder Feature
81
One-Time Disable
81
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
82
Important Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
83
Children and Airbags
85
How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
86
Front Passenger Sensing System
87
Determining if the System Is Operational
90
How Does the Side Airbag System Work?
91
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System
91
Disposal of Airbags and Airbag Equipped Vehicles (Including Pretensioners)
93
Important Child Restraint Precautions
94
Safety Restraints for Children
94
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
95
Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children
96
Transporting Children
97
Infant And/Or Toddler Seats
98
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
98
Safety Seats for Children
98
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Latch (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) Attachments
102
Installing Child Safety Seats in the Lap Belt Seating Positions
102
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
103
Center Seating Location
105
Child Booster Seats
106
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
106
Backless Booster Seats
107
Types of Booster Seats
107
High Back Booster Seats
108
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance
109
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
109
4WD and AWD Systems (if Equipped)
111
Notice to Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
111
Tires, Wheels and Loading
111
Vehicle Characteristics
111
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
112
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
113
Treadwear
113
U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire Quality Grades
113
Glossary of Tire Terminology
114
Temperature a B C
114
Traction AA a B C
114
Inflating Your Tires
115
Tire Inflation
115
Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Is the Tire Manufacturer’s
116
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems
117
Tire Care
117
To Check the Pressure in Your Tire(S)
117
Damage
118
Tire Wear
118
Tire Replacement Requirements
119
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
119
Safety Practices
120
Highway Hazards
121
Tire and Wheel Alignment
121
Tire Rotation
121
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
122
Information on “P” Type Tires
123
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
126
Information on “T” Type Tires
127
Location of the Tire Label
127
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
128
Changing Tires with TPMS
129
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
129
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
130
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
130
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
131
When Inflating Your Tires
131
Snow Tires and Chains
132
Vehicle Loading–With and Without a Trailer
132
Base Curb Weight
133
Payload
133
Vehicle Curb Weight
133
Cargo Weight
134
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
134
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
135
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
135
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
135
GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
137
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
137
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
137
Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight
137
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
138
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pick-Up Trucks and Utility-Type Vehicles
139
Trailer Towing
139
Regular Cab
140
Supercab 4X2
141
Supercab 4X2 Sport
143
Supercab 4X4
144
Preparing to Tow
145
Trailer Tow Connector
145
Hitches
146
Safety Chains
146
Trailer Brakes
146
Using a Step Bumper (if Equipped)
146
Driving While You Tow
147
Servicing after Towing
147
Trailer Lamps
147
Trailer Towing Tips
147
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
148
Recreational Towing
148
2WD Vehicles Equipped with an Automatic Transmissions
149
4WD Vehicles Equipped with an Automatic Transmission and Electronic Shift Transfer Case (Neutral Tow Kit Accessory)
149
Camper Bodies
149
Vehicles Equipped with a Manual Transmission
149
Driving
150
Positions of the Ignition
150
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
150
Starting
150
Important Safety Precautions
151
Starting the Engine
152
Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)
153
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
153
Important Ventilating Information
153
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
155
How to Use the Engine Block Heater
155
ABS Warning Lamp
156
Using ABS
156
Parking Brake
157
Advancetrac with Roll Stability Control (RSC) Stability Enhancement System
158
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
160
Traction Control System (TCS)
160
Roll Stability Control (RSC )
161
Switching off Advancetrac with RSC
161
Advancetrac Features
162
Limited-Slip Axle (if Equipped)
163
Steering
163
Brake-Shift Interlock
164
Preparing to Drive
164
Automatic Transmission Operation (if Equipped)
166
Driving with a 5–Speed Automatic Transmission (if Equipped)
166
P (Park)
166
R (Reverse)
166
1 And 2 (First, Second)
167
D (Drive) with Overdrive
167
D (Drive) Without Overdrive
167
Forced Downshifts
167
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
168
Manual Transmission Operation (if Equipped)
168
Using the Clutch
168
Maximum Downshift Speeds
169
Recommended Shift Speeds
169
Upshifts When Accelerating (for Best Fuel Economy)
169
Upshifts When Cruising (Recommended for Best Fuel Economy)
169
Parking Your Vehicle
170
Removing the Key
170
Reverse
170
4WD System Indicator Lights
171
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) Operation (if Equipped)
171
Using the Electronic Shift 4WD System
171
Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
172
Shifting between 2H (2WD High) and 4H (4WD High)
172
Shifting To/From 4L (4WD Low)
172
Basic Operating Principles
173
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
173
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
173
4WD Systems
174
Emergency Maneuvers
174
Mud and Water
175
Normal Characteristics
175
Sand
175
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
176
Driving on Snow and Ice
177
Driving through Water
178
Maintenance and Modifications
178
Roadside Emergencies
179
Getting Roadside Assistance
179
Using Roadside Assistance
179
Hazard Flasher Control
180
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
180
Fuses and Relays
181
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
182
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
182
The Fuses Are Coded as Follows
183
Power Distribution Box
185
2.3L Engine (if Equipped)
186
The High-Current Fuses Are Coded as Follows
186
4.0L Engines (if Equipped)
189
Changing the Tires
191
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
192
Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
194
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
194
Removing the Spare Tire or Spare Tire and Tether (if Equipped)
194
If Equipped with a Tether, Perform the Following Additional Steps
196
Tire Change Procedure
196
Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire
199
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
200
Jump Starting
201
Preparing Your Vehicle
201
Connecting the Jumper Cables
202
Removing the Jumper Cables
203
Wrecker Towing
204
Emergency Towing
205
Customer Assistance
206
Additional Assistance
207
In California (U.S. Only)
208
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
209
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
210
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
210
Obtaining a French Owner’s Guide
212
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
213
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
213
Cleaning
214
Exterior Chrome
214
Washing the Exterior
214
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
215
Paint Chips
215
Waxing
215
2.3L I4 Engine
216
4.0L V6 Engine
217
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
217
Windows and Wiper Blades
217
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens
218
Interior
219
Leather Seats (if Equipped, Except for the King Ranch Edition)
219
Conditioning
220
Leather Seats for the King Ranch Edition Only (if Equipped)
220
Scratches
220
Ford and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
221
Underbody
221
Maintenance and Specifications
222
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
222
Service Recommendations
222
Working with the Engine off
222
Opening the Hood
223
Working with the Engine on
223
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
224
Windshield Washer Fluid
226
Changing the Wiper Blades
227
Checking the Engine Oil
227
Adding Engine Oil
229
Engine Oil Recommendations
229
Use SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil
229
4.0L Engine
230
Use SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil
230
Battery
231
Checking Engine Coolant
233
50/50 Mixture of Coolant and Water Provides the Following
234
Adding Engine Coolant
235
Coolant Refill Capacity
238
Recycled Engine Coolant
238
Severe Climates
238
Fuel Filter
239
Fuel Information
239
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
239
Observe the Following Guidelines When Handling Automotive Fuel
240
Fuel Filler Cap
241
Refueling
241
Choosing the Right Fuel
242
Cleaner Air
243
Fuel Quality
243
Octane Recommendations
243
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
244
Filling the Tank
244
Measuring Techniques
244
Running out of Fuel
244
Calculating Fuel Economy
245
Driving Style—Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
245
Conditions
246
Habits
246
Maintenance
246
Emission Control System
247
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
248
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
249
Power Steering Fluid
250
Brake Fluid
251
Clutch Fluid (if Equipped)
251
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
252
Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid (if Equipped)
253
High Fluid Level
253
Low Fluid Level
253
Transfer Case Fluid (if Equipped)
254
Air Filter
255
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
255
Vehicle Storage
256
Removing Vehicle from Storage
258
Motorcraft Part Numbers
259
Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
260
2.3L I4 Engine with A/C
265
2.3L I4 Engine Without A/C
265
Engine Data
265
Engine Drivebelt Routing
265
4.0L V6 Engine with A/C
266
4.0L V6 Engine Without A/C
266
Identifying Your Vehicle
267
Safety Compliance Certification Label
267
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
267
Transmission Code Designations
268
Exterior Style
269
Ford Custom Accessories for Your Vehicle
269
Interior Style
269
Lifestyle
269
Peace of Mind
270
Ford Extended Service Plan
271
Rental Car Reimbursement
271
Transferable Coverage
271
Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle Components
271
Avoid the Rising Cost of Properly Maintaining Your Vehicle!
272
Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself
272
Interest Free Finance Options Available
272
Ford ESP Extended Service Plans (Canada Only)
274
Protecting Your Investment
275
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
275
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
275
Genuine Ford Parts and Service
276
Oil, Fluids and Flushing
276
Owner Checks and Services
277
Which Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow?
277
Check Every Month
278
Check Every Six Months
278
Multi-Point Inspection
278
Multi-Point Inspection-Recommended at Every Visit
279
Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log
281
Maintenance Schedule Log
285
Special Operating Conditions
288
Towing a Trailer or Using a Camper or Car-Top Carrier
288
Extensive Idling And/Or Low-Speed Driving for Long Distances as in Heavy Commercial Use such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery
289
Operating in Dusty Conditions such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
290
Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
291
Off-Road Operation
291
Special Operating Condition Log
292
Exceptions
294
E–450 and F–450/550 Axle Maintenance
294
Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance
294
Police/Taxi/Livery Vehicle Axle Maintenance
294
Coolant Change Record
295
Engine Air Filter & Cabin Air Filter Replacement
295
Engine Coolant
295
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
295
Engine Coolant Change Log
296
Index
297
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Model
2011 Ranger
Category
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Language
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