high beam FORD RANGER 1997 2.G Owners Manual
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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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[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]
n
The headlamp system is in the OFF position, and
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[CF00330(R)03/96]
n
The vehicle has a fully released parking brake.
[CF00333(R)05/96]
n
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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Controls and Features
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[CF20500(R)02/96]
The Turn Signal Lever
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[CF20600(R)02/96]
You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering
column to:
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[CF20700(R)02/96]
n
operate the turn signals and cornering lamps
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[CF20800(R)03/96]
n
turn the high beams on/off
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[CF20900(R)03/96]
n
flash the lamps
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[CF21000(R)03/96]
n
turn the windshield wipers and washer on/off
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[CF21100(R)01/96]
Turn Signals
[CF21600(R)05/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0090131-B
Turn signal lever and functions
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[CF21800(R)08/95]
If the turn indicator light in the instrument panel does not
illuminate or remains on (doesn't flash) when you signal a turn,
the turn signaling system is malfunctioning. Have this condition
corrected as soon as possible, but make sure that you use the
accepted hand signals in the meantime.
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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]
n
high-mount brakelamp
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[MC44900(R)01/96]
n
tail lamps
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[MC45000(R)01/96]
n
brakelamps
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[MC45100(R)01/96]
n
hazard flasher
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[MC45200(R)01/96]
n
turn signals
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[MC45300(R)05/96]
n
license plate lamps
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[MC45350(R)01/96]
n
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]
n
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]
n
the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see
clearly at night
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[MC45700(R)01/96]
n
the headlamp beams are pointed substantially away from a
position slightly down and to the right
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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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GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating..................... 196
definition....................187, 194
driving with a heavy load.............. 187
location...................... 194
Gearshift
automatic operation................. 164
column-mounted.................. 164
floor-mounted................... 171
gearshift override.................. 165
locking the gearshift.................. 73
positions....................164, 171
shifting the gears................164, 171
shift-lock...................... 165
Gearshift:shifting the gears.............164, 171
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating..................... 196
definition....................187, 194
driving with a heavy load.............. 187
location...................... 194
H
Hazard flashers.................... 217
Headlamps
aiming....................... 298
checking alignment................. 298
cleaning...................... 306
daytime running lights................ 63
replacing bulbs................... 298
turning on and off.................. 61
warning chime.................... 21
High beams
indicator light.................... 21
operation....................... 61
Hitch......................... 211
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K
Keys
key in ignition chime................. 21
positions of the ignition................ 73
stuck in lock position................. 73
L
Lamps
checking...................... 298
combination cargo and brakelamp........... 72
daytime running light system............. 63
hazard flashers................... 217
headlamps...................... 61
illuminated entry system................ 97
instrument panel, dimming.............. 64
interior lamps.................. 61,64
replacing bulbs................... 298
trailer....................... 213
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal).......... 75
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag........................ 12
brake........................ 10
charging system................... 15
check engine..................... 14
engine oil pressure.................. 20
hazard warning light................ 217
high beam...................... 21
oil pressure...................... 20
overdrive off..................... 14
safety belt...................... 11
service engine soon.................. 14
turn signal indicator.................. 75
Load limits
GAWR....................... 187
GVWR....................... 187
trailer towing.................... 191
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