headlamp FORD RANGER 1997 2.G Owners Manual

Instrumentation
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[IS09200(R)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0020540-E
Engine oil pressure gauge Ð mechanical cluster with tachometer
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[IS09300(R)05/96]
High Beam Light
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[IS09350(R)01/96]
This light comes on when the headlamps are turned on high
beam or when you flash the lights. If your vehicle is equipped
with daytime running lights and you have your headlamps on,
your high beam light will not illuminate when you flash the
lights.
[IS09400(R)01/96]
6 pica art:0021266-A
High beam indicator light symbol
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[IS09500(R)03/96]
ªHeadlamps Onº Alert Chime
[IS09510(R)01/96]
This chime sounds if you open the driver's door while the
headlamps or parking lamps are on, and the key is removed
from the ignition.
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[IS09550(R)03/96]
Ignition Key Buzzer or Chime
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[IS09570(R)05/96]
The buzzer or chime will sound if you open the driver's door
while the key is in the ignition and in the OFF, LOCK, or
ACCESSORY position. Never leave your vehicle unattended
with the key in the ignition.
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Controls and Features
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[CF00230(R)03/96]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[CF00235(R)03/96]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
[CF00240(R)04/96]
To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps, marker lamps,
license plate lamps and tail lamps, use the headlamp control
knob to the left of the steering column.
[CF00250(R)03/96]1.
Rotate the headlamp control knob to the first position.
Parking lamps, tail lamps, license plate lamps and marker
lamps are now on.
[CF00255(R)03/96]2.
Rotate the headlamp control knob to the next position.
Headlamps are now on in addition to the above.
[CF00260(R)03/96]3.
Rotate the thumb wheel when the headlamp control knob is
in an ªONº position to brighten or dim the instrument panel
lamps. Rotate fully upward to operate courtesy and cargo
lamps.
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[CF00265(R)03/96]
17-1/2 pica
art:0090190-A
Headlamp control knob
[CF00270(R)05/96]
Fog Lamps (If equipped)
[CF00275(R)03/96]
The fog lamps switch is located on the instrument panel to the
right of the radio and climate control.
[CF00280(R)03/96]
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To turn the fog lamps on, turn on the low-beam headlamps,
then push the fog lamp switch. An indicator light will glow
when the lamps are on.
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[CF00285(R)03/96]
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To turn off, push the switch again.
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Controls and Features
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[CF00290(R)03/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0090191-A
Fog lamp switch
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[CF00300(R)03/96]
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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[CF00305(R)03/96]
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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[CF00310(R)03/96]
Daytime Running Light System
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[CF00315(R)03/96]
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[CF00320(R)03/96]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam
headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when:
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[CF00325(R)03/96]
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position, and
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[CF00330(R)03/96]
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The vehicle has a fully released parking brake.
[CF00333(R)05/96]
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The vehicle is running.
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[CF00335(R)03/96]
The high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster will not
be on.
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[CF00340(R)03/96]
RWARNING
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will not
illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps. Turn on
your headlamps at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a
collision.
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[CF00345(R)03/96]
Lighting Up the Instrument Panel and the Interior of
Your Vehicle
[CF00350(R)03/96]
The instrument panel lights can be turned on by turning the
headlamp knob toward either the first or second position. You
can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by rotating the
thumb wheel.
[CF00355(R)03/96]
The interior lights will shut off after 25 seconds with all the
doors closed, or immediately when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position, or if the vehicle speed is above five MPH
(8 km/h). The interior lights will turn off after 40 minutes if
any of the doors are left open. Refer toBattery Saverin the
Featuressection for more details.
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[CF00500(R)03/96]
The Climate Control Systems
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[CF00601(R)03/96]
Your vehicle is equipped with a control assembly designed to
handle either a combination A/C-Heater System or a
Heater-Only System.
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[CF00801(R)03/96]
Instrument Panel Registers
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[CF00901(R)01/96]
There are four registers in the instrument panel. Each of these
registers contains a louver assembly which can be manually
adjusted to direct airflow up, down, left and right. An
illustration of the register locations follows.
[CF01201(R)05/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0020099-E
Instrument panel registers
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[CF23200(R)08/95]
High Beams and Flashing the Lamps
[CF23500(R)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0090130-A
Headlamp high beam switch and turn signal lever on steering column
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[CF24400(R)01/96]
Windshield Wipers and Washer
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[CF24500(R)04/96]
To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition key must be
turned to the ON or ACC position.
[CF24900(R)01/96]
10-1/2 pica
art:0020084-D
Interval wiper on turn signal lever
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[CF25000(R)08/95]
To set the interval wipers, rotate the knob at the end of the turn
signal lever toward or away from the instrument panel to the
interval operation you desire.
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[MC44600(R)03/96]
Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[MC44700(R)01/96]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights
frequently:
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[MC44800(R)01/96]
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headlamps
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[MC44850(R)01/96]
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high-mount brakelamp
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[MC44900(R)01/96]
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tail lamps
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[MC45000(R)01/96]
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brakelamps
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[MC45100(R)01/96]
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hazard flasher
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[MC45200(R)01/96]
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turn signals
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[MC45300(R)05/96]
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license plate lamps
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[MC45350(R)01/96]
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fog lamps
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[MC45400(R)01/96]
The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if:
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[MC45500(R)01/96]
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oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your
vehicle's high beams when you do not have the high beams
on
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[MC45600(R)01/96]
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the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see
clearly at night
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[MC45700(R)01/96]
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the headlamp beams are pointed substantially away from a
position slightly down and to the right
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[MC46300(R)03/96]
Removing the headlamp bulb
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[MC46400(R)01/96]1.
Make sure that the headlamp switch is in the OFF position.
[MC46502(R)01/96]2.
Lift the hood. Remove the electrical connector behind the
headlamp by grasping the wires and pulling it rearward.
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[MC46700(R)01/96]3.
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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[MC46800(R)01/96]4.
Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its socket by
gently pulling it rearward without turning.
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[MC46900(R)03/96]
Installing the headlamp bulb
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[MC47000(R)01/96]1.
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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[MC47100(R)01/96]2.
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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[MC47200(R)01/96]3.
Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base
until it snaps, locking it into position.
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[MC47300(R)01/96]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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Audio system (see Electronic sound system)........ 27
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)............ 63
Automatic transmission
fluid, adding.................... 273
fluid, checking................... 272
fluid, specification.................. 313
Axle
lubricant specifications................ 313
traction lok..................... 170
B
Basic vehicle warranty.................. 3
Battery
acid, treating emergencies............238, 275
battery saver..................... 97
charging system warning light............. 15
disconnecting.................... 241
how to service................... 274
jumping a disabled battery.............. 237
maintenance-free.................. 274
proper disposal, recycling.............. 275
replacement, specifications.............. 311
servicing...................... 274
voltage gauge.................. 15,19
when storing your vehicle.............. 309
Brake fluid
brake warning light.................. 10
checking and adding................ 261
description..................... 261
specifications.................... 313
Brakes
adjustment..................... 155
anti-lock...................... 155
applying the brakes................. 159
brake warning light.................. 10
fluid, checking and adding.............. 261
fluid, refill capacities................ 261
fluid, specifications................. 313
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Index
Brakes (continued)
front disc...................... 155
if brakes do not grip well.............. 158
master cylinder................... 261
new brake linings................... 5
noise......................155, 158
parking...................... 160
power braking................... 155
rear anti-lock.................... 155
servicing....................158, 261
stopping distances.................. 159
trailer....................... 212
when storing your vehicle.............. 309
Brake-shift interlock.................. 165
Break-in period..................... 5
Brights (high beams)................... 21
Bulbs, replacing
halogen...................... 299
headlamps..................... 299
C
Canada, customer assistance.............. 324
Canada, warranty information.............. 3
Carbon monoxide in exhaust.............. 152
Car seats for children (see Child safety seats)...... 133
Catalytic converter................... 295
Chains, tires...................... 286
Changing a tire.................... 227
Charging system gauge................. 19
Charging system warning light.............. 15
Child safety restraints
child safety belts.................. 144
child safety seats.................. 133
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