tow FORD RANGER 2002 2.G Owner's Guide

4X2 AND 4X4 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL
TRANSMISSIONS
Before you have your vehicle towed:
²Release the parking brake.
²Move the gearshift to N (Neutral).
²Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position.
²The maximum recommended speed is 88 km/h (55 mph).
²The maximum recommended distance is unlimited.
In addition, it is recommended that you follow the instructions
provided by the after market manufacturer of the towing
apparatus if one has been installed.
4X2 AND 4X4 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSIONS
4x2 vehicles with automatic transmissions or 4x4 vehicles with manual
transfer cases and automatic transmissions, follow these guidelines for
recreational towing:
²Release the parking brake.
²Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position.
²Place the transmission in N (Neutral).
²Do not exceed a distance of 80 km (50 miles).
²Do not exceed 56 km/h (35 mph) vehicle speed.
If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km/h (35 mph) must
be exceeded, you must disconnect the driveshaft. Ford recommends the
driveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. See your
local dealer for driveshaft removal/installation.
Improper removal/installation of the driveshaft can cause
transmission fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal
transmission components.
CAMPER BODIES
Your Ranger Pickup is not recommended for slide±in camper bodies.
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GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
To fully assist if you should have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company
offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is
separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available:
²24±hours, seven days a week
²for the Basic warranty period (Canada) or New Vehicle Limited
Warranty period (U.S.) of three years or 60 000 km (36 000 miles),
whichever comes first on Ford and Mercury vehicles, and four years or
80 000 km (50 000 miles) on Lincoln vehicles
Roadside assistance will cover:
²changing a flat tire
²jump-starts
²lock-out assistance
²limited fuel delivery*
²towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearest Ford Motor Company
dealership, or your selling dealer if within 25 kms (15.5 miles) of the
nearest Ford Motor Company dealership (one tow per disablement).
Even non-warranty related tows, like accidents or getting stuck in the
mud or snow, are covered (some exclusions apply, such as impound
towing or repossession).
* Canadian customers refer to yourRoadside Assistance supplement
for exact fuel amounts.
USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in the
Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is
mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln. In Canada, the card is
found in the Roadside Assistance book in the glove compartment.
U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance,
call 1±800±241±3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1±800±521±4140.
Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1±800±665±2006.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor
Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement
information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call
1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1±800±521±4140.
Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information, call
1±800±665±2006.
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 5A Power Mirror Switch
2 10A Daytime Running Lights (DRL),
Back-up Lamps, Transmission,
Passenger Air Bag Deactivation
Switch, Blower Motor Relay
3 7.5A Right Stop/Turn Trailer Tow
Connector
4 Ð Not Used
5 15A 4x4 Control Module
6 Ð Not Used
7 7.5A Left Stop/Turn Trailer Tow
Connector
8 Ð Not Used
9 7.5A Brake Pedal Position Switch
10 7.5A Speed Control Servo/Amplifier
Assembly, Generic Electronic
Module (GEM), Shift Lock
Actuator, Turn Signals
11 7.5A Instrument Cluster, 4x4, Main
Light Switch, Truck Central
Security Module (TCSM)
12 Ð Not Used
13 20A Brake Pedal Position Switch
14 10A or Not Used 10A: If equipped with Anti-Lock
Brake System (ABS) Control
Module
15 Ð Not Used
16 30A Windshield Wiper Motor, Wiper
Hi-Lo Relay, Wiper Run/Park
Relay
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
14 Ð Not Used
15 Ð Not Used
16 40A** Blower Motor
17 20A** Auxiliary Cooling Fan
18 Ð Not Used
19 Ð Not Used
20 Ð Not Used
21 10A* PCM Memory
22 Ð Not Used
23 20A* Fuel Pump Motor
24 30A* Headlamps
25 10A* A/C Clutch Solenoid
26 Ð Not Used
27 Ð Not Used
28 30A* 4WABS Module
29 Ð Not Used
30 15A* Trailer Tow
31 20A* Foglamps, DRL
32 Ð Not Used
33 15A* Park Lamp
34 Ð Not Used
35 Ð Not Used
36 Ð Not Used
37 Ð Not Used
38 10A* Left Headlamp Low Beam
39 Ð Not Used
40 Ð Not Used
41 20A* Heated Oxygen Sensors
42 10A* Right Headlamp Low Beam
43 Ð (Resistor)
44 Ð Not Used
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
45A Ð Wiper HI/LO
45B Ð Wiper Park/Run
46A Ð Fuel Pump
46B Ð Trailer Tow
47 Ð Starter
48 Ð Auxiliary Cooling Fan
49 Ð Not Used
50 Ð Not Used
51 Ð Not Used
52 Ð Not Used
53 Ð Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Diode
54 Ð Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
55 Ð Blower
56A Ð A/C Clutch Solenoid
56B Ð Front Washer Pump
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
14 Ð Not Used
15 Ð Not Used
16 40A** Blower Motor
17 Ð Not Used
18 Ð Not Used
19 Ð Not Used
20 Ð Not Used
21 10A* PCM Memory
22 Ð Not Used
23 20A* Fuel Pump Motor
24 30A* Headlamps
25 10A* A/C Clutch Solenoid
26 Ð Not Used
27 Ð Not Used
28 30A* 4WABS Module
29 Ð Not Used
30 15A* Trailer Tow
31 20A* Foglamps, Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL)
32 Ð Not Used
33 15A* Park Lamp
34 Ð Not Used
35 Ð Not Used
36 Ð Not Used
37 Ð Not Used
38 10A* Left Headlamp Low Beam
39 Ð Not Used
40 Ð Not Used
41 20A* Heated Oxygen Sensors
42 10A* Right Headlamp Low Beam
43 Ð Not Used
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
44 Ð Not Used
45A Ð Wiper High/Low
45B Ð Wiper Park/Run
46A Ð Fuel Pump
46B Ð Trailer Tow
47A Ð A/C Clutch Solenoid
47B Ð Front Washer Pump
48A Ð Fog Lamps
48B Ð Fog Lamp Relay
51 Ð Not Used
52 Ð Not Used
53 Ð Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Diode
54 Ð Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
55 Ð Blower
56 Ð Starter
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Temporary spare tire information
Your vehicle is equipped with a conventional spare tire that may be
different in size (smaller diameter and narrower width) than other tires
on your vehicle. If this is the case, your spare tire is considered
ªtemporaryº and the spare wheel will be labeled as such. Replace this
tire with a tire of the same size, speed rating and load carrying capacity
as the other road tires as soon as possible.
It is not recommended that the vehicle be operated in 4WD modes with
a ªtemporaryº (i.e. dissimilar size) spare. If 4WD operation is necessary,
do not operate above speeds of 16 km/h (10 mph) or for distances above
80 km (50 miles).
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If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow
these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control
of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others.
When driving with the temporary spare tiredo not:
²exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances
²load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the
Safety Compliance Label
²tow a trailer
Conventional spare tire information
If you have the conventional spare tire that is the same size as your
other road tires, you can use the spare as you would any of the other
tires. The spare tire will be equivalent to your road tires, although it may
not have the same appearance (black-side wall instead of outlined-white
letters).
Location of the spare tire and tools
The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following
locations:
Tool Location
Spare tire Under the vehicle, just forward of
the rear bumper
Jack, jack handle, wheel nut
wrenchRegular Cab: behind seats and
underneath the jack and tools
cover
SuperCab: stowed in the passenger
side rear cab compartment or
behind the jump seat in a separate
tool bag
Four-door models: stowed behind
the front seats, between jump
seats and underneath jack and
tools cover.
Key, spare tire lock (if equipped) In the glove box
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3. Insert the straight end of the jack
handle into the rear access hole
located just above the rear bumper
and below the tailgate.
Forward motion will stop and
resistance to turning will be felt
when properly engaged.
4. Turn the handle counterclockwise
until tire is lowered to the ground
and the cable is slightly slack.
5. Remove the retainer from the spare tire.
Stowing the spare tire
1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up.
2. Install the retainer through the
wheel center and slide the wheel
under the vehicle.
3. Turn the spare handle clockwise
until the tire is raised to its original
position underneath the vehicle. The
spare handle ratchets when the tire
is raised to the stowed position. It
will not allow you to overtighten.
4. If your vehicle is equipped with P265/75 R15 AT tires, do not stow a
flat or inflated full size spare tire in the spare tire carrier. The flat full
size tire should be stowed and tied down in the pickup box bed until it
can be repaired.
5. If removed, install the spare tire carrier lock on the access hole above
the bumper.
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8. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is
facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the
hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered.
9. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
10. Remove the jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown.
11. Stow the flat tire. Refer to
Stowing the spare tire.
12. Stow the jack and lug wrench.
Make sure the jack is fastened so it
does not rattle when you drive.
13. Unblock the wheels.
JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or
vehicle damage.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, and
clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability; also, the
catalytic conveter may become damaged.
Preparing your vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, the
transmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal and
will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the
adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its
optimum shift feel.
1.Use only a 12±volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle's electrical system.
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