wipers FORD RANGER 1997 2.G Owners Manual

Controls and Features
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[CF20300(R)01/96]
Clock Controls on Electronic Radios
[CF20400(R)02/96]
The electronic radios have a built-in clock. For complete
operating instructions, refer to theAudio Sectionin this Owner
Guide.
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[CF20405(R)05/96]
The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to
give you easy access to the controls while you are driving.
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[CF20410(R)01/96]
Ignition
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[CF20420(R)01/96]
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
[CF20430(R)01/96]
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The positions of the key in the ignition lock cylinder.
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[CF20440(R)04/96]
ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's electrical accessories
such as the radio and the windshield wipers to operate while
the engine is not running.
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[CF20442(R)03/96]
In order to turn the key from the ON or OFF position to the
ACCESSORY position, you must push the key release button if
your vehicle's manual transmission gearshift is mounted on the
floor.
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[CF20444(R)01/96]
LOCK locks the steering wheel and gearshift lever.
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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]
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operate the turn signals and cornering lamps
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[CF20800(R)03/96]
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turn the high beams on/off
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[CF20900(R)03/96]
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flash the lamps
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[CF21000(R)03/96]
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turn the windshield wipers and washer on/off
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[CF21100(R)01/96]
Turn Signals
[CF21600(R)05/96]
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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]
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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]
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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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Controls and Features
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[CF25200(R)01/96]
To clean the windshield, push in the end of the wiper knob for
a single wipe. For a constant spray, keep the knob pushed in.
After you release the knob, the wipers operate for two to three
cycles before turning off (if wipers were off) or returning to the
interval setting selected.
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[CF25300(R)08/95]
Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more
than 15 seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
[CF25350(R)01/96]
NOTE: The addition of shields to the front of the vehicle, as
used to deflect bugs, may also adversely affect the
washer system from delivering fluid to the
windshield. Devices such as bug shields are not
recommended to be added to your vehicle.
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[CF25400(R)01/96]
RWARNING
Always warm up the windshield with the defroster
before you use the washer fluid. In freezing weather, the
washer solution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision.
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[CF25500(R)03/96]
For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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Index
Hood
latch location.................... 251
lubrication specifications............... 313
release lever.................... 251
working under the hood............... 250
Hoses, checking.................... 267
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN).......... 318
Idle
relearning.................241, 250, 276
speed....................... 149
Ignition
chime........................ 21
positions of the ignition................ 73
Indicator lights and chimes (see Lights).......... 7
Infant seats (see Safety seats)............131, 133
Instrument cluster, mechanical.............. 10
Instrument panel
lighting up panel and interior............. 64
registers....................... 64
Interval wipers..................... 76
J
Jack
operation....................230, 233
positioning...................230, 233
storage....................... 229
Jump-starting your vehicle
attaching cables................... 239
disconnecting cables................. 241
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Index
Transmission
automatic operation................. 164
fluid, checking and adding (automatic)........ 272
fluid, checking and adding (manual)......... 274
lubricant specifications................ 313
Transmitter (see Remote entry).............. 93
Trip odometer...................... 25
Tune-up specifications (VECI).............. 297
Turn signal
indicator lights.................... 75
lever......................... 75
U
Used engine oil, disposal............250, 261, 273
V
Variable interval wipers................. 76
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information) decal.... 297
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)........... 318
Vehicle loading
calculating the load................. 196
understanding loading information.......... 187
Vehicle storage.................... 307
Ventilating your vehicle (see Climate control)....... 64
Viscosity (see Engine oil)................ 257
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge)......... 15,19
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363
Index
Windshield
defrosting.................... 67,70
washing....................... 76
Windshield washer fluid and wipers
checking and replacing wiper blades......... 277
operation....................... 76
reservoir...................... 263
specifications..................264, 313
variable interval wipers................ 76
Windshield wipers and washer.............. 76
Wrecker towing.................... 242
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