cooling FORD RANGER 1997 2.G Owners Manual

Controls and Features
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[CF01400(R)01/96]
Air Conditioning (A/C) Controls (Manual Air
Conditioning)
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[CF01450(R)03/96]
The control for your air conditioning and heater system is
located at the center of the instrument panel below the radio
and will operate only when the ignition key is turned to the
ON position. Your air conditioner and heater will heat and/or
cool your vehicle interior depending on the function position
and temperature you select. The function selector control knob
allows you to select heating or cooling and determine where the
air will be directed. The temperature control knob setting
determines the temperature of the air that flows into the vehicle.
[CF01500(R)01/96]
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Climate control knobs
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[CF01550(R)03/96]
To turn your air conditioner and heater system on, select any
position except OFF. This will turn the fan on and allow airflow
into the vehicle. To turn your air conditioner and heater off,
select OFF. This will turn the fan off and stop airflow from
coming into the vehicle.
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[CF01600(R)03/96]
Temperature selection
[CF01650(R)01/96]
The temperature control knob is the rotating knob located at the
center of the control with tapered red and blue bands
surrounding most of the knob. The wide red part of the band
(full right) is the heat or warmer area. The wide blue area (full
left) is the cooling or cool temperature area. Any position
selected between full right and full left will give a temperature
between the two extreme temperatures.
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[CF01700(R)03/96]
HFan speed adjustment
[CF01750(R)01/96]
The
H(left) knob on the control is the fan control knob which
controls the volume of air flow. Rotate the
Hknob to the right
to increase fan speed and increase the amount of air entering
the vehicle. Four fan speed positions are available and are
indicated by dots beside the
Hcontrol knob. The largest dot is
high speed position.
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[CF01800(R)03/96]
Airflow selections
[CF01850(R)01/96]
Q(Panel)
[CF01900(R)01/96]
UseQto bring outside air through the instrument panel
registers. You can heat the air in this position by rotating the
temperature knob into the red area. The air CANNOT be cooled
below the outside temperature regardless of the temperature
knob setting. Select A/C or MAX A/C to get cool air through
the instrument panel registers.
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[CF01950(R)01/96]
A/C
[CF02000(R)01/96]
Select A/C to get refrigerated outside air through the
instrument panel registers. The A/C position is used for cooling
except when it is extremely hot or fast cooling of the vehicle is
needed. Then, select MAX A/C for fast cooling and return to
A/C when you are comfortable.
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Controls and Features
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[CF02050(R)03/96]
MAX A/C
[CF02100(R)01/96]
The MAX A/C position produces cool air more rapidly to
provide faster cooling of your vehicle. This is possible because
cooler air is drawn from inside the passenger area and
refrigerated again instead of using warmer outside air. Using
inside air will also make the fan sound louder and is normal
when using MAX A/C. The air flow will be from the
instrument panel registers.
[CF02150(R)01/96]
S(Panel and Floor)
[CF02200(R)01/96]
SelectSto direct airflow to the floor and through the
instrument panel registers at the same time. This selection can
be used to either heat or cool your vehicle. The air conditioner
will operate to cool the air if the outside temperature is about
50ÊF (10ÊC) orwarmer.
[CF02250(R)04/96]
R(Floor)
[CF02300(R)01/96]
SelectRto direct air to the floor. The air cannot be cooled in
theRposition but can be heated by rotating the temperature
knob into the red area.
[CF02350(R)01/96]
P(Floor and Defrost)
[CF02400(R)01/96]
SelectPto direct air to the floor and windshield defrosters at
the same time. If the outside temperature is about50ÊF (10ÊC)
or warmer, the air will also be dehumidified to remove
moisture. This feature will help prevent fogging in humid
weather. The air can be cooled or heated.
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V(Defrost)
[CF02500(R)01/96]
SelectVto obtain maximum airflow to the windshield. Rotate
the temperature knob into the red area for the air temperature
required to defrost. When the outside temperature is about50ÊF
(10ÊC) or warmer, the airwill be dehumidified to remove
moisture. Rotate the
Hknob to increase the airflow.
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168engine 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.
[GF09850(R)01/96]
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Transmission control switch (located on the end of the gearshift lever)
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[GF09950(R)01/96]
When starting your vehicle, the overdrive system will
automatically be in the normal overdrive mode.
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[GF10100(R)05/96]
When to use 2 (Second)
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[GF10200(R)05/96]
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide
additional engine braking on downgrades. This position
provides 2 (Second) gear operation only.
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[GF10300(R)05/96]
When to use 1 (Low)
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[GF10400(R)05/96]
Use 1 (Low) to provide maximum engine braking on steep
downgrades. Upshifts from 1 (Low) can be made by manually
shifting to 2 (Second) or
j(Overdrive). Selection of 1 (Low)
gear provides only low gear operation from start-up. Selection
of 1 (Low) while at higher speeds provides a shift to second
gear, and a shift to first gear will occur after the vehicle
decelerates to the proper speed.
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[GF10402(R)05/96]
Forced Downshifts
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[GF10404(R)05/96]
To gain extra acceleration in
j(Overdrive) or Drive (O/D
OFF), push the accelerator to the floor. The transmission will
automatically downshift to the appropriate gear: third, second
or first.
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Driving
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[GF10410(R)05/96]
Driving (5R55E Transmission)
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[GF10419(R)05/96]
When to use
j(Overdrive)
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[GF10420(R)05/96]
This is the normal driving position. As the vehicle picks up
speed, automatic upshifts to second, third, fourth and fifth gears
will occur when
j(Overdrive) 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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[GF10429(R)05/96]
When to use Drive
[GF10430(R)05/96]
You will note there is not a drive position on your gearshift
indicator. However, you will find a transmission control switch
labeled OD ON/OFF located on the end of the gearshift lever.
With overdrive canceled and the OD ON/OFF illuminated, the
transmission will operate in gears one through four. This is
useful if you experience frequent downshift/upshift conditions,
when operating 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 OVERDRIVE OFF control and
light.
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[GF10435(R)05/96]
When to use 2 (Second)
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[GF10440(R)05/96]
With the gearshift in the 2 (Second) position, more engine
braking is provided. Use the 2 (Second) position to drive up
moderately steep grades, to start up slippery roads, or to
provide moderate engine braking on downgrades. DO NOT GO
FASTER THAN 55 mph (88 km/h) IN THIS GEARSHIFT
POSITION.
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Roadside Emergencies
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[ER25100(R)02/96]
Preparing Your Vehicle
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[ER25200(R)02/96]1.
Your vehicle has a 12-volt starting system, so you need to
use a 12-volt jumper system. You will damage your starting
motor, ignition system, and other electrical parts if you
connect them to a 24-volt power supply (either two 12-volt
batteries in series or a 24-volt generator set).
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[ER25300(R)02/96]2.
Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle. You
could damage the vehicle's electrical system.
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[ER25400(R)02/96]3.
Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled
vehicle.Make sure the vehicles do not touch each other.Set
the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the
engine cooling fan and other moving parts.
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[ER25500(R)02/96]4.
Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive
corrosion before you attach the jumper cables.
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[ER25600(R)02/96]5.
Turn on the heater fan in both vehicles. Turning on the fan
helps protect the electrical system from voltage surges. Turn
off all other switches and lights in both vehicles to prevent
possible damage to either vehicle's electrical systems.
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[ER25700(R)02/96]
Connecting the jumper cables
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[ER25800(R)02/96]1.
Connect one end of the first jumper cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the discharged battery. (You can connect either
jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal, as long as you use
the same cable for both positive terminals.) Most jumper
cables have a red cable and a black cable. The red cable is
generally used for the positive terminals and the black for
the negative ones.
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[ER25900(R)02/96]2.
Connect the other end of the first cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the booster battery.
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[ER26000(R)02/96]3.
Connect one end of the second cable to the negative (s)
terminal of the booster battery Ð NOT to the discharged
battery.
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Maintenance and Care
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[MC20325(R)05/96]
Recycled engine coolant
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[MC20350(R)05/96]
Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford and
Lincoln-Mercury dealers use recycled engine coolant produced
by Ford-approved processes. Not all coolant recycling processes
produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A,
and use of such coolant may harm engine and cooling system
components.
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[MC20375(R)05/96]
Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible
manner. Follow your community's regulations and standards for
recycling and disposing of automotive fluids.
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[MC20400(R)05/96]
Coolant refill capacity
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[MC20425(R)05/96]
To find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can
hold, refer to theCapacities and Specificationschapter.
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[MC20450(R)05/96]
Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if
you have to add more than a quart (liter) of engine coolant per
month.
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[MC20475(R)05/96]
Severe winter climate
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[MC20490(R)05/96]
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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[MC20500(R)01/96]
Checking Hoses
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[MC20600(R)01/96]
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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Maintenance and Care
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[MC58100(R)01/96]
A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel system will
protect the fuel system's inner surfaces from corrosion. Follow
the instructions packaged with the product.
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[MC58200(R)01/96]
Cooling system
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[MC58300(R)01/96]
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Protect against freezing temperatures.
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[MC58400(R)01/96]
Battery
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[MC58500(R)01/96]
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Check and recharge as necessary.
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[MC58600(R)01/96]
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Keep connections clean and covered with a light coat of
grease.
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[MC58700(R)01/96]
Brakes
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[MC58800(R)01/96]
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Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
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[MC58900(R)01/96]
Tires
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[MC59000(R)01/96]
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Maintain recommended air pressure.
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[MC59100(R)01/96]
Miscellaneous
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[MC59200(R)01/96]
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Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and clevis pins under
vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust.
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[MC59300(R)01/96]
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Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to
lubricate working parts and prevent corrosion.
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Index
Climate control system.................. 64
Clock........................ 34,55
Clutch
fluid........................ 263
fluid reservoir.................261, 263
operation while driving............... 170
recommended shift speeds.............. 173
shifting the gears.................. 171
specifications.................... 313
Cold engine starting.................. 148
Combination lap and shoulder belts.........110, 112
Controls
mirrors........................ 86
power seat..................... 109
Convenience kit in cargo area.............. 229
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding................ 265
preparing for storage................ 309
specifications.................... 313
temperature gauge.................. 22
warnings...................... 265
Cooling fan...................... 250
Crankcase emission filter................ 311
Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada....... 324
D
Daytime running light system.............. 63
Defects, reporting................... 315
Defrost, windshield................. 67,70
Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid...........271, 273
engine oil..................... 258
power steering fluid................. 268
Disabled vehicle (see Towing).............. 242
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