clock FORD RANGER 1996 2.G Owner's Manual
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Severe winter climate
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If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than-34ÊF [-36ÊC]),
it may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above
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Severe winter climate
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it may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above
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Severe winter climate
[SV20490(ALL)09/95]
If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than-34ÊF [-36ÊC]),
it may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above
50%. Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle is such that the coolant
will not freeze at the temperature level in which you drive
during winter months. Never increase the engine coolant
concentration above 60%. Leave a 50/50 mixture of engine
coolant and water in your vehicle year-round in non-extreme
climates.
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Checking Hoses
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Inspect all engine and heater system hoses for deterioration,
leaks and loose clamps before adding or replacing engine
coolant. Make whatever repairs or replacements that are
necessary using Motorcraft parts or their equivalents.
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Engine Coolant Drain and Flush
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To drain your vehicle's engine coolant:
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Turn off the engine and let it cool. Fully depressurize the
engine cooling system by covering the radiator cap with a
thick cloth and turning it slowly counterclockwise to the first
stop. Step back while the pressure releases.
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Remove the cap.
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Attach a small hose to the drain tube at the bottom of the
radiator.
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Let the engine coolant drain into a suitable container.
Disconnect the lower radiator hose at the radiator connector
and drain any remaining engine coolant into a container.
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Proper procedures for flushing the cooling system can be found
in theService Manual.
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![FORD RANGER 1996 2.G Owners Manual Servicing Your Ranger
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Removing the headlamp bulb
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Make sure that the headlamp switch is in the OFF position.
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Removing the headlamp bulb
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Make sure that the headlamp switch is in the OFF position.
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Servicing Your Ranger
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Removing the headlamp bulb
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Make sure that the headlamp switch is in the OFF position.
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Lift the hood. Remove the electrical connector behind the
headlamp by grasping the wires and pulling it rearward.
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Remove the bulb retaining ring by turning it 1/8 of a turn to
free it from the socket. Then slide the ring off the plastic
base. Keep the ring.You must use it again to hold the new
bulb in place.
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Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its socket by
gently pulling it rearward without turning.
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Installing the headlamp bulb
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With the flat side of the bulb's plastic base facing upward,
insert the glass end of the bulb into the socket. You may
need to turn the bulb left or right to line up the grooves in
the plastic base with the tabs in the socket. When the
grooves are aligned, push the bulb into the socket until the
plastic base contacts the rear of the socket.
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Slip the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it
contacts the rear of the socket. Lock the ring into the socket
by rotating it clockwise until you feel a ªstop.º
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[SV47200(ALL)02/95]3.
Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base
until it snaps, locking it into position.
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[SV47300(ALL)02/95]4.
Turn the headlamps on and make sure that they work
properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you
changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again.
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Child safety seats
and air bags..................... 36
attaching with tether straps.............. 38
automatic locking mode (retractor)......... 13,36
in front seat..................... 36
in rear outboard seat................. 36
in rear seat...................... 36
tether anchorage hardware............... 38
Chime
headlamps on.................... 67
key in ignition.................... 42
safety belt...................... 57
Circuit breakers, see also fuses............. 308
Cleaning your vehicle
chrome and aluminum parts.............. 6
engine compartment................. 266
exterior....................... 6
exterior lamps.................... 82
fabric....................... 121
headlamps...................... 82
instrument panel.................. 7,74
interior....................... 121
interior lamps.................... 84
mirrors....................... 122
plastic parts..................... 7
polishing....................... 6
rustproofing..................... 6
safety belts...................... 25
tail lamps...................... 82
upholstery and interior trim............. 121
washing....................... 6
waxing........................ 6
wheels....................... 296
Climate control system.................. 74
Clock.......................136, 151
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