low oil pressure FORD RANGER 1997 2.G Owners Manual

Instrumentation
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[IS05900(R)01/96]
Charging System Light
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[IS06000(R)04/96]
This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and
that you need to have the electrical system checked.
[IS06100(R)01/96]
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Charging system light symbol
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[IS06200(R)03/96]
This light illuminates every time you turn the ignition to the
ON or START position (engine off). The light should go off
when the engine starts and the alternator begins to charge.
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[IS06300(R)03/96]
If the light stays on or illuminates when the engine is running,
have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.
[IS06700(R)01/96]
Check Gage Light (If equipped)
[IS06800(R)04/96]
This light will come on when the key is in the ON position and
the:
[IS06900(R)01/96]
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engine coolant temperature is high
[IS07000(R)01/96]
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engine oil pressure is low
[IS07100(R)01/96]
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fuel level is near empty
[IS07200(R)01/96]
This light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention
and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge, the engine
oil pressure gauge, and the fuel level gauge.
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[IS08400(R)04/96]
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
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[IS08500(R)01/96]
This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level.
However, if your engine's oil level is low, it could affect the oil
pressure. With the engine running, the pointer should move into
the NORMAL band. If the pointer drops below the NORMAL
band while the engine is running, you have lost oil pressure
and continued operation will cause severe engine damage.
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[IS08600(R)05/96]
If you lose engine oil pressure:
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[IS08700(R)04/96]1.
Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[IS08800(R)03/96]2.
Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the engine as soon as
safely possible, severe engine damage could result.
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[IS08900(R)01/96]3.
Check the engine's oil level, following the instructions on
checking and adding engine oil. Refer toEngine oilin the
Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others
could be injured. To assure an accurate reading, your vehicle
should be on level ground.
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[IS09000(R)01/96]4.
If the level is low, add only as much oil as necessary before
you start the engine again. Do not overfill. Do not operate
the engine if the pointer is below the NORMAL band,
regardless of the oil level. Contact your nearest dealer for
further service actions.
[IS09100(R)01/96]
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Engine oil pressure gauge Ð mechanical cluster
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[MC50500(R)01/96]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[MC50510(R)01/96]
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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[MC51000(R)01/96]
Cleaning the Engine
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[MC51020(R)01/96]
A clean engine is more efficient because a buildup of grease and
dirt acts as an insulator, keeping the engine warmer than usual.
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[MC51030(R)01/96]
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Extreme care must be used if a power washer is used to
clean the engine. The high pressure fluid could penetrate
sealed parts and assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
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[MC51040(R)04/96]
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In order to avoid possible cracking of the engine block or
fuel injection pump, do not spray a hot engine or injection
pump with cold water.
[MC51050(R)01/96]
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The alternator, coils and air intake must be covered.
Covering these components will help prevent water damage.
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[MC51060(R)01/96]
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Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running. Water
getting into the engine may cause internal damage.
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[MC51500(R)03/96]
Cleaning the Seats
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[MC51540(R)01/96]
Fabric
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[MC51542(R)01/96]
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum
cleaner. Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions
that come with the cleaner.
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[MC51544(R)01/96]
NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a small, hidden
area of fabric. If the fabric's color or texture is
adversely affected by a particular cleaner, do not use
it.
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