brake light FORD RANGER 1996 2.G Owners Manual

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RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer
case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking
brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the
vehicle.
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LOCK is the only position that allows you to remove the key.
The LOCK feature helps to protect your vehicle from theft.
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If your key is stuck in the LOCK position and will not turn,
move your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely.
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OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all accessories
without locking the steering wheel or the automatic
transmission gearshift lever.
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ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights (except the
brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you
start the engine. The key returns to the ON position once the
engine is started and remains in this position while the engine
runs.
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START cranks the engine. Release the key once the engine starts
so that you do not damage the starter. The key should return to
ON when you release it. The START position also allows you to
test the brake warning light.
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Ignition Key Buzzer or Chime
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The buzzer or chime will sound if you open the driver's door
while the key is in the ignition. Never leave your vehicle
unattended with the key in the ignition.
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Starting Your Ranger
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Before you start your vehicle, do the following:
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Make sure all occupants in the vehicle buckle their safety
belts. SeeSafety Restraintsin the Index for more details.
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Make sure the headlamps and other accessories are turned
off when starting.
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If you have an automatic transmission,make sure that the
gearshift lever is in P (Park) and the parking brake is set
before you turn the key.
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[ST05800(ALL)03/91]4.
If you have a manual transmission,make sure that the
parking brake is fully set, push the clutch pedal to the floor,
and put the gearshift into Neutral before you turn the key.
(Remember, the starter will operate only if the clutch pedal
is pushed in all the way).
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Before you start your vehicle, you should test the warning lights
on the instrument panel to make sure that they work. Refer to
theWarning Lights and Gaugeschapter.
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Starting Your Engine
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To start your engine:
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Follow the steps underPreparing to Start Your Vehicleat the
beginning of this section.
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Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
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DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting your
engine. DO NOT use the accelerator while the vehicle is
parked.
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Turn the key to the START position (cranking) until the
engine starts. Allow the key to return to the ON position
after the engine has started.
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If you have difficulty in turning the key, rotate the steering
wheel slightly because it may be binding.
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The Mechanical Cluster
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The following warning lights and gauges are on the mechanical
cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to
possible problems with your vehicle. Some of the lights listed
are optional. The following sections detail what each of these
indicators means.
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Brake System Warning Light
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The warning light for the brakes can show two things Ð that
the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid
level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is
low, the brake system should be checked by your dealer or a
qualified service technician.
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This light comes on when you turn the ignition key to START
to verify that the indicator bulb is working. If the light stays on
or comes on after you have released the parking brake fully,
have the hydraulic brake system serviced.
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RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be
working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately.
[LG03600(ALL)04/94]
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Brake warning light symbols
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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Anti-lock Brake Warning Light
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To check the ABS brake warning light, turn the ignition key to
ON. The ABS brake warning light should glow momentarily.
[LG03985(R )09/95]
NOTE: If the ABS brake warning light does not glow
momentarily, have your vehicle's electrical system
checked immediately. If the light begins to flash in a
repeatable flash sequence, check the anti-lock system
continuous power fuse and brakelamps for proper
operation.
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Anti-lock warning light symbol
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RWARNING
If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or
comes on while driving, have the braking system checked
by a qualified service technician as soon as possible.
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NOTE: If a fault occurs in the anti-lock system, and the brake
warning light is not lit, the anti-lock system is
disabled but normal brake function remains
operational.
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Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
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The safety belt warning light/chime reminds you to fasten your
safety belt. One of the following will take place:
[LG04325(ALL)03/95]
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If the safety belt is not buckled when the key is turned to
the ON position, the light comes on for 60 seconds and the
chime sounds for 4 to 8 seconds.
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Fog lamp switch
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The fog lamps act as a supplement to the low beam headlamps
under limited visibility conditions such as rain, snow, dust or
fog and operate only when the low beam headlamps are on.
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To maximize fog lamp bulb life it is recommended that the fog
lamp switch be turned off after each use prior to turning off the
headlamps.
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Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive
cleaners to clean the lamps, as these may cause scratches or
crack the lamps.
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Daytime Running Light System
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(Canadian vehicles only)
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The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam
headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when:
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position, and
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The vehicle has a fully released parking brake.
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The high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster will not
be on.
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Cleaning the Interior Lamps
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Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are plastic and
should be cleaned with a mild detergent diluted in water. Rinse
them with clear water.
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Combination Cargo and High-Mount Brakelamp
[IP19200(R )08/94]
The combination cargo/high-mount brakelamp is located outside
the vehicle, directly over the rear window. Use the thumb wheel
to turn on the cargo lamp and interior courtesy lights.
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Cargo/High-mount brakelamp
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RWARNING
Do not drive your vehicle with the cargo/courtesy light
on. Showing a white light to the rear while driving on
public roads is illegal in some places.
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OVERDRIVE OFF Lamp
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This lamp indicates the operating range of the transmission.
This lamp illuminates when the O/D ON/OFF button is
depressed. For additional information, refer to theWarning
Lights and Gaugeschapter.
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Hazard Flasher
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The hazard flasher is used to alert other drivers to hazardous
situations.
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The flashers will flash and the high-mount brakelamp will stay
on steadily (not flash) with the brake pedal depressed.
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The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not. The
flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully
charged and in good condition without draining the battery
excessively. If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if
the battery is not fully charged, the battery power can be
drained.
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Steering Column Controls
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Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads
that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.
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In mountainous areas, at higher elevations, or when pulling a
trailer, the speed control may not be able to maintain the preset
speed with the transmission in
j(Overdrive).
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If your vehicle comes with a 5-speed manual transmission, you
may prefer to drive in 4 (Fourth) gear, in mountainous areas or
at high altitudes, to improve speed control performance.
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In order to downshift (with a manual transmission) with the
speed control operating, you must press either the brake or
clutch pedal long enough to disengage the speed control. Wait a
second before depressing the clutch again and making the shift
so that the speed control can fully return to the idle position.
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RWARNING
Do not shift the transmission into N (Neutral) with the
speed control on.
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To maintain a preset speed under the above conditions, with
electronically controlled transmissions Ð press the Transmission
Control Switch (TCS). The indicator light will turn on and
illuminate the words ªO/D OFF.º This will cancel ªOverdrive.º
You can press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) on or off
at any speed. For the best fuel economy during normal driving
conditions, press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) to turn
off the light. This allows overdrive operation.
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Steering Column Controls
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TAP-UP Ð This allows you to increase your current speed in
increments of 1 mph (1.6 km/h) by a momentary tap of the
SET-ACCEL switch. Multiple taps of the SET-ACCEL switch
will increase your vehicle speed 1 mph (1.6 km/h) for each
tap. For example, if you are currently set at 60 mph
(96 km/h) and tap the SET-ACCEL switch 5 times your
vehicle speed will increase and set at 65 mph (104 km/h).
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Turning the Speed Control Off
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You can cancel the speed control while you are driving.
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Press the OFF switch. The speed control is off. If you want
to resume speed control, press the ON switch and reset the
speed control by pressing the SET ACCEL switch.
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Press the brake or clutch pedal slightly. The speed control is
suspended, but you can reset it by pressing SET ACCEL or
return to the previous set speed with the RSM switch.
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In addition, the speed control is turned off each time you turn
the vehicle ignition off.
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Driving uphill or on a steep grade
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When the speed control is on, your vehicle may significantly
drop speed when driving uphill, especially with a heavy load. If
the speed drops more than 8 to 14 mph (15 - 25 km/h) the
automatic speed control will, by design, be canceled. You may
have to temporarily resume manual speed control while driving
up a steep grade in order to maintain the speed you desire.
[SC11300(ALL)05/95]
If the speed control ªdropped outº after your climb is
completed, the speed of your light truck can be reset with the
SET ACCEL switch, or returned to the previous set speed with
the RSM switch, as long as you are driving over 30 mph
(50 km/h).
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N (Neutral)
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With the gearshift in the N (Neutral) position, the vehicle can be
started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in
this position.
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Driving
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When to use
j(Overdrive)
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This is the normal driving position. As the vehicle picks up
speed, automatic upshifts to second, third and fourth gears will
occur when
jOverdrive is chosen on the selector and the
transmission control switch has not been pressed. The
transmission will shift into the correct gear when the right
speed is achieved, for the accelerator pedal position you have
chosen.
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When to use Drive
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You will note there is not a drive position on your gearshift
indicator. However, you will find a transmission control switch
labeled O/D ON/OFF located on the end of the gearshift lever.
Press this switch and the O/D OFF indicator light will
illuminate on the instrument cluster. With overdrive cancelled
and the O/D OFF indicator light illuminated, the transmission
will operate in gears one through three. This is useful if you
experience frequent downshift/upshift conditions, when
operating with a heavy load or in hilly terrain, or if additional
engine braking is useful. However, shift back to
j(Overdrive)
whenever practical for optimum powertrain cooling and fuel
economy. This can be accomplished by pushing the transmission
control switch again, to cancel the O/D OFF control and light.
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