FORD RANGER 1997 2.G Owners Manual

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[MC22980(R)01/96]
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
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[MC22982(R)03/96]
The universal joints that come standard with your vehicle do
not require lubrication. If your original equipment universal
joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease
fittings, lubrication will be necessary at the intervals shown in
theMaintenance Schedulebooklet.
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[MC22986(R)05/96]
Your vehicle may be equipped with a constant velocity or
double cardan joint at the transfer case end of the driveshaft.
The front driveshaft double cardan joint may be fitted with a
flush type grease fitting that requires an adapter to permit
proper lubrication. Lubricate the drive joint according to the
intervals shown in theMaintenance Schedulebooklet.
[MC22990(R)01/96]
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Double cardan joint
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[MC23000(R)01/96]
Automatic Transmission Fluid
[MC23010(R)05/96]
Under normal driving conditions your automatic transmission
does not use up transmission fluid. However, it is recommended
that you check the transmission fluid at least twice a year.
Vehicles under severe driving conditions must have the fluid
changed every 50,000 miles. If the transmission is not working
properly, for example, the transmission may slip or shift slowly,
or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage, the fluid level
should be checked.
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[MC23050(R)01/96]
Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid
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[MC23053(R)01/96]
The fluid type is stamped on the dipstick.Before adding any
fluid, be sure that the correct type will be used.
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[MC23055(R)01/96]
Add fluid in 1/2 pint (.25L) increments through the filler tube
to bring the level to the correct area on the dipstick. If an
overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by a qualified
technician.
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[MC23057(R)05/96]
NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a
responsible manner. Follow your community's
standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out about recycling
automotive fluids.
[MC23060(R)01/96]
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Automatic transmission dipstick
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[MC23100(R)01/96]
Manual Transmission and Transfer Case
Fluid
[MC23110(R)04/96]
Checking the Manual Transmission Fluid
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[MC23112(R)01/96]
Clean the filler plug on the side of the case. Remove the filler
plug. The fluid level should be up to the bottom of the filler
plug hole.
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[MC23114(R)01/96]
If additional fluid is required:
[MC23116(R)04/96]1.
Add enough fluid through the filler plug hole to bring the
level up to the bottom of the hole. Use only fluid certified to
meet Ford Motor Company lubricant specification as listed
underRefill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts, and Lubricant
Specifications, later in this chapter.
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[MC23118(R)01/96]2.
Replace the filler plug in its original position, making sure it
is fully seated.
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[MC23300(R)01/96]
Battery
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[MC23310(R)01/96]
Your vehicle may have a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery.
The Motorcraft maintenance-free battery does not require
additional water during its life of service. The vents are part of
the cover and cannot be removed. For longer, trouble-free
operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry. Also, make
certain the battery cables are tightly fastened to the battery
terminals.
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[MC23312(R)01/96]
If you see any corrosion on the battery cables or terminals,
remove the cables from the terminal and clean them both with a
wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with a solution of
baking soda and water. Reinstall the cables when you are done
cleaning them, and apply a small quantity of grease to the top
of each battery terminal to help prevent corrosion.
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[MC23330(R)01/96]
Battery replacement
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[MC23332(R)01/96]
If your original equipment battery requires replacement (under
warranty), it may in some cases be replaced by a Motorcraft
low-maintenance battery. The low-maintenance battery has
removable vent caps for checking the electrolyte level and for
adding water, if needed.
[MC23334(R)01/96]
NOTE: If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is
re-installed after the battery is replaced.
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[MC23336(R)01/96]
Check your battery's electrolyte level, at least every 12 months
or 12,000 miles (20,000 km), in temperatures up to90ÊF (32ÊC)
and more often in temperatures above90ÊF (32ÊC).Keep the
electrolyte in each cell up to the ªlevelº indicator. Do not
overfill the battery cell.
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[MC23338(R)01/96]
If the electrolyte level in your battery gets low, you can add
plain tap water to the battery, as long as you don't use hard
water, or water with a high mineral or alkali content. If
possible, however, try to only fill the battery cell with distilled
water. If the battery needs water often, have the charging
system checked.
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[MC23340(R)01/96]
Help Us Protect Our Environment
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[MC23345(R)01/96]
Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that used lead-acid
batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for
disposal.
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[MC23350(R)01/96]
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Battery recycling symbol
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[MC25075(R)01/96]2.
To remove wiper blade assembly from wiper mounting arm,
depress lock tab and push wiper mounting arm away from
wiper blade assembly.
[MC25100(R)01/96]3.
To install wiper blade assembly, pull wiper mounting arm
down on wiper blade until lock tab is engaged.
[MC25125(R)01/96]
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Replacing the wiper blades
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