engine FORD RANGER 2023 Owner's Manual

Auto-Start-Stop
ActionMessage
The system is not functioning. A manual restart is required.Auto StartStop ManualRestart Required
The engine needs to be restarted, press the clutch pedal tostart.Auto StartStop PressClutch to Start Engine
The engine needs to be restarted, press any pedal to start.Auto StartStop Press aPedal to Start Engine
Select neutral for the system to restart the engine.Auto StartStop SelectNeutral To Start Engine
Displays when the vehicle is in StartStop when the door isopened. Switch the ignition off before leaving the vehicle ifthe system has shut down the engine.
Vehicle is ON
The system detects a fault that requires service. Stop yourvehicle in a safe place. Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Auto StartStop Malfunc-tion Service Required
The engine needs to be restarted, press the brake pedal harderto start.Auto StartStop PressBrake Harder to Activate
Conditions are not met for the Auto StartStop system tofunction properly.Auto StartStop NotAvailable
Select park for the system to restart the engine.Auto StartStop Shift toP, then Restart Engine
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Drivetrain
ActionMessage
Slow the vehicle to the displayed speed to allow the elec-tronic locking differential to engage.To Engage LockingDifferential Slow to XXmph/km/h
The electronic locking differential requests the acceleratorto be released in order to engage.To Engage LockingDifferential ReleaseAccelerator Pedal
An electronic locking differential (ELD) system fault ispresent. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.Check Locking Differen-tial
The transfer case is in the neutral position. This messageindicates that your vehicle is safe to be towed with all fourwheels on the ground.
Neutral Tow EnabledLeave Transmission inNeutral
The transfer case is NOT in the neutral position. This messageindicates that your vehicle is NOT safe to be towed with allfour wheels on the ground.
Neutral Tow Disabled
Engine
ActionMessage
The engine has reduced power to help reduce highengine temperature.Power Reduced to Lower EngineTemp
Displays when the accelerator pedal is entrapped orboth accelerator and brake pedals are applied at thesame time. Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Brake Applied Power Reduced
Fuel
ActionMessage
An early reminder of a low fuel condition.Fuel Level Low
The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.Check Fuel Fill Inlet
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Keys and Intelligent Access
ActionMessage
A reminder to press the brake while starting the vehicle.To START Press Brake
The system does not detect a key in your vehicle.No Key Detected
You pressed the StartStop button to switch off the engineand your vehicle does not detect your intelligent access keyinside your vehicle.
Restart Now or Key isNeeded
Your vehicle is in the run ignition state.Run Power Active
There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.Starting System Fault
You have successfully programmed an intelligent access keyto the system.Key Program Successful
You have failed to program an intelligent access key to thesystem.Key Program Failure
You have programmed the maximum number of keys to thesystem.Max Number of KeysLearned
You have not programmed enough keys to the system.Not Enough KeysLearned
The key battery is low. Change the battery as soon as possible.Key Battery Low ReplaceSoon
Informs you that you are exiting your vehicle and the engineis on.Engine ON
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Lane Keeping System
ActionMessage
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.Lane Keeping Sys.Malfunction ServiceRequired
The system has detected a condition that has caused thesystem to be temporarily unavailable. See Lane KeepingSystem (page 201).
Front Camera Tempor-arily Not Available
The system has detected a condition that requires you toclean the windshield in order for it to operate properly.Front Camera Low Visib-ility Clean Screen
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.Front Camera Malfunc-tion Service Required
The system requests you to keep your hands on the steeringwheel.Keep Hands on SteeringWheel
Maintenance
ActionMessage
Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off theengine. Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continuesto come on with your engine running, have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Low Engine Oil Pressure
The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less.Change Engine Oil Soon
The oil life left is at 0%.Oil Change Required
The brake fluid level is low, inspect the brake system immedi-ately.Brake Fluid Level Low
The brake system needs servicing. Stop your vehicle in a safeplace. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.Check Brake System
Your vehicle is still in Transport or Factory mode. This maynot allow some features to operate properly. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Transport / FactoryMode Contact Dealer
The powertrain needs service due to a powertrain malfunction.See Manual
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Remote Start
ActionMessage
A reminder to push the start button to drive your vehicle aftera remote start.To Drive: Press StartButton
Starting System
ActionMessage
A reminder to apply the brake when starting your vehicle.To START Press Brake
The starter has exceeded its cranking time in attempting tostart your vehicle.Cranking Time Exceeded
The starter is attempting to start your vehicle.Engine Start PendingPlease Wait
The system has cancelled the pending start.Pending Start Cancelled
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
ActionMessage
One or more tires on your vehicle has low tire pressure.Tire Pressure Low
The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If thewarning stays on or continues to come on, have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible. See Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (page 309).
Tire Pressure MonitorFault
A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning or your spare tire is inuse. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 309). Ifthe warning stays on or continues to come on, have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Tire Pressure SensorFault
Traction Control
ActionMessage
The status of the traction control system after you switchedit off.Traction Control Off
The status of the traction control system after you switchedit on.Traction Control On
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Note:Recirculated air may turn off, orprevent you from switching on, in all air flowmodes except MAX A/C to reduce the riskof fogging. Recirculation may also turn onand off in various air distribution controlcombinations during hot weather to improvecooling efficiency.
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note:Prolonged use of recirculated air maycause the windows to fog up.
Note:You may feel a small amount of airfrom the footwell air vents regardless of theair distribution setting.
Note:To reduce humidity build-up insideyour vehicle, do not drive with the systemswitched off or with recirculated air alwaysswitched on.
Note:Do not place objects under the frontseats as this may interfere with the airflowto the rear seats.
Note:Remove any snow, ice or leaves fromthe air intake area at the base of thewindshield.
Note:To improve the time to reach acomfortable temperature in hot weather,drive with the windows open until you feelcold air through the air vents.
Manual Climate Control
Note:To reduce fogging of the windshieldduring humid weather, adjust the airdistribution control to the windshield airvents position.
Automatic Climate Control
Note: Adjusting the settings when yourvehicle interior is extremely hot or cold isnot necessary. The system automaticallyadjusts to heat or cool the interior to yourselected temperature as quickly as possible.For the system to function efficiently, theinstrument panel and side air vents shouldbe fully open.
Note:If you select AUTO during coldtemperatures, the system directs airflow tothe windshield and side window vents. Inaddition, the fan may run at a slower speeduntil the engine warms up.
Note:If you select AUTO during hottemperatures and the inside of the vehicleis hot, the system automatically usesrecirculated air to maximize interior cooling.Fan speed may also reduce until the aircools.
Quickly Heating the Interior
Automatic climate controlManual climate control
Press AUTO.Adjust the fan speed to the highestsetting.1
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting.Adjust the temperature control to thefull heat setting.2
Direct air to the footwell using the airdistribution buttons.3
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especially if used for long periods of time.Do not place anything on the seat thatmay block the heat, such as a blanket orcushion. This can cause the heated seatto overheat. Do not puncture the seatwith pins, needles or other pointedobjects. This damages the heatingelement and can cause the heated seatto overheat. An overheated seat maycause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid spills on the seat. Allow theseat to dry thoroughly.
•Operate the heated seats unless theengine is running. Doing so could drainyour vehicle battery.
Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.More indicator lights indicate warmersettings.
The heated seats only operate when youswitch the ignition on.
The maximum temperature is reachedafter five or six minutes. It is regulatedthermostatically.
The heated seats remain on until you eitherswitch the heated seats off or you switchthe ignition off.
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12 V DC Power Point
WARNING: Do not use a powerpoint for operating a cigar lighter.Incorrect use of the power points cancause damage not covered by thevehicle warranty, and can result in fire orserious injury.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 V applianceswith a maximum current rating of 15 A.
If the power supply does not work after youswitch the ignition off, switch the ignitionon.Note:Do not hang any accessory from theaccessory plug.
Note:Do not use the power point over thevehicle capacity of 12 V DC 180 watts or afuse may blow.
Note:Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.
Do not insert objects other than anaccessory plug into the power point. Thisdamages the power point and may blowthe fuse.
Run the vehicle for full capacity use of thepower point.
To prevent the battery from running out ofcharge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the engine is notrunning.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when you park your vehiclefor extended periods.
Location
Power points may be in the followinglocations:
•On the front of the center console.
•Inside the center console.
•On the rear of the center console.
•Inside the luggage compartment.
110 V AC Power Point (If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not keep electricaldevices plugged in the power pointwhenever the device is not in use. Do notuse any extension cord with the 110 voltAC power point, since it will defeat thesafety protection design. Doing so maycause the power point to overload dueto powering multiple devices that canreach beyond the 150 watt load limit andcould result in fire or serious injury.
Note:The power point turns off when youswitch the ignition off, or when the batteryvoltage drops below 11 volts.
You can use the power point for electricdevices that require up to 150 watts. It ison the rear of the center console.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Extended idling at highengine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire or otherdamage.
WARNING: Do not park, idle ordrive your vehicle on dry grass or otherdry ground cover. The emission systemheats up the engine compartment andexhaust system, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: Do not start the enginein a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic.Always open the garage door before youstart the engine.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks mayresult in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passengercompartment. If you smell exhaustfumes inside your vehicle, have yourvehicle inspected immediately. Do notdrive if you smell exhaust fumes.
WARNING: Switching off theengine when your vehicle is still movingresults in a significant decrease inbraking assistance. Higher effort isrequired to apply the brakes and to stopyour vehicle. A significant decrease insteering assistance could also occur. Thesteering does not lock, but higher effortcould be required to steer your vehicle.When you switch the ignition off, someelectrical circuits, for example airbags,also turn off. If you unintentionally switchthe ignition off, shift into neutral (N) andrestart the engine.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 5 mi(8 km) after you reconnect it. This isbecause the engine management systemmust realign itself with the engine. Youcan disregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal before and duringoperation. Only use the accelerator pedalwhen you have difficulty starting theengine.
IGNITION SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:Make sure the key is clean beforeinserting it into any lock cylinder.
Note: Do not leave the key in the ignitionfor an extended period of time when theengine is not running. This is to prevent thevehicle battery from losing charge.
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Switching the Ignition Off
Turn the key to position 0.
Switching the Ignition toAccessory Mode
Turn the key to position I. Electricalaccessories, for example the radio, operatewithout the engine running.
Switching the Ignition On
Turn the key to position II. All electricalcircuits and accessories are operationaland the warning lamps and indicatorsilluminate.
Starting the Engine
Turn the key to position III. Release thekey when the engine starts.
KEYLESS STARTING (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:The system may not function if theintelligent access key is close to metalobjects or electronic devices, for examplekeys or a cell phone.
Note:A valid intelligent access key mustbe located inside your vehicle to switch theignition on and start your vehicle.
Ignition Modes
The keyless starting system has threemodes:
Off: Turns the ignition off.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button oncewhen the ignition is in the on mode, orwhen your vehicle is running but is notmoving.
On: All electrical circuits are operationaland the warning lamps and indicatorsilluminate.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button once.
Start: Starts your vehicle. The engine maynot start when your vehicle starts.
•Press the brake pedal, and then pressthe button for any length of time. Anindicator light on the button illuminateswhen the ignition is on and when yourvehicle starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speedincreases. This helps to warm up theengine. If the engine idle speed does notslow down automatically, have yourvehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
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