radio FORD RANGER 2003 2.G User Guide
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18.Select (SEL):Use with Bass,
Treble, Balance and Fade controls.
19.Bass:Press BASS; then press
SEL
/to decrease/increase
the bass output.
Treble:Press TREB; then press
SEL
/to decrease/increase
the treble output.
20.Tune:Works in radio mode only.
Press TUNE
/to change
frequency down/up.
21.Seek:Press and release
SEEK
/for previous/next
strong station, selection or track.
22.AM/FM:Press to select
AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.
SEL
SEEKTUNE
SEEKTUNE
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4.TUNE:Works in radio mode.
Press to move down
or up
the frequency band.
5.SEEK:Turn to listen to the
previous (left) or next (right) radio
station, cassette selection, or CD
track.
SCAN:Press to hear a short
sampling of all listenable radio
stations, cassette selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop and remain
on a desired selection.
6.EJ (Eject):Press to eject a tape.
7.BAL (Balance):Press BAL, then
press SEL( Select) control to adjust
the sound between the left
or
right
speakers.
FADE:Press FADE, and then press SEL (Select) to adjust the sound
between the front
and rearspeakers.
8.COMP (Compression):Press to
bring soft and loud passages
together for a more consistent
listening level.
SHUF (Shuffle):Works in CD mode only. Press to randomly play all
tracks on the current disc. Press again to disengage random play.
9.
(Dolbynoise reduction):
Works in tape mode only. Reduces
tape noise and hiss; press to
activate/deactivate.
Side 1–2:Works in tape mode only. Press to change the playing side of
the tape.
10.SEL (Select):Allows you to
adjust various settings such as bass
levels, RDS information, the time,
etc.
TUNE
BAL FADE
SHUF
COMP56
SIDE 1-234
SEL
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11.REW (rewind)/FF (fast
forward):Press to play previous or
the next cassette selections or CD
tracks.
12.BASS:Press BASS and then
press SEL to decrease
or
increase
the bass levels.
TREB (treble):Press TREB and then press SEL to decrease
or
increase
the treble levels.
13.ON/Off/VOL (Volume):Press
to turn the system ON. Turn to
adjust the volume levels. Press again
to turn the system off.
14.AUTO:Press to set first six
strong stations into AM, FM1 or
FM2 memory controls; press again
to return to normal stations.
RDS:Press to engage Radio Data System and select:
•TRAFFIC—Interrupts playing media to play a traffic report. To
activate, press SCAN or SEEK when TRAFFIC ON is displayed.
•FIND program type—Press SEL to choose the desired program type:
Classic, Country, Info., Jazz/R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft or Top 40.
•SHOW—Displays station name, station type and/or radio text. Press
RDS until SHOW is displayed.
CLK (Clock):Press RDS until SET HOURS is displayed. Press SEL to
decrease
or increasethe hours.
Press RDS again until SET MIN is displayed. Press SEL to decrease
or increasethe minutes. If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this
control will not function.
15.AM/FM:Press to select AM or
FM frequency bands. Press to end
tape or CD play and begin radio
play.
REWFF12
BASS TREB
VOLPUSHON
AUTO RDSCLK
AM
FM
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16.EJ (Eject):Press to eject a CD.
RADIO FREQUENCIES
AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are:
AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz
FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz
RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS
There are three factors that can effect radio reception:
•Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the
weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.
•Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.
•Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal
may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency
is displayed.
CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE
Do:
•Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less.
•Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole
and turning the hub.
•Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.
•Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity or
cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing.
•Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after
10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation.
Don’t:
•Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold.
•Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being
played.
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CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
variety of console features. These
include:
•Utility compartment with
cassette/compact disc storage
•Cupholders
•Coin holder slots
•Flip up armrest
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.
Cell phone use
The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,
driver’s must not compromise their own or other’s safety when using
such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety
and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.
Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications
systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.
A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to
avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to
operate Mobile Communications Equipment.
Driver Controls
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•20 seconds elapse after all vehicle doors are closed and locked using
the remote entry transmitter, or the power door unlock control (while
the accompanying door is open).
The UNLOCK feature will work again after:
•a door has become ajar,
•the ignition is turned to the ON position, or
•using the UNLOCK
control on your remote entry transmitter, or
•using the keyless entry keypad to unlock the vehicle.
Deactivating/activating power door lock disable feature
This feature can be activated and deactivated by an authorized dealer.
Sounding a panic alarm
Press
to activate the alarm. The horn will sound for a maximum of
30 seconds and the parklamps will flash for a maximum of 3 minutes.
Press again or turn the ignition to ON to deactivate, or wait for the alarm
to timeout in 3 minutes.
Note:The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the OFF
or ACC position.
Replacing the battery
The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium
battery CR2032 or equivalent. The typical operating range for your
remote entry transmitter is approximately 10 meters (33 feet). A
decrease in the operating range could be caused by:
•weather conditions,
•nearby radio towers,
•structures around the vehicle and
•other vehicles parked next to the vehicle.
Locks and Security
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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,
automatic transmission gearshift
lever and allows key removal. For
vehicle equipped with a manual
transmission, you must depress the
ignition release lever to release the
key.
3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the
steering wheel. This position also allows the automatic transmission shift
lever to be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal
being depressed.
In the ignition OFF position, the automatic transmission shift
lever can be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake
pedal depressed. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the
parking brake.
4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This
system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the accelerator before
or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty
starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to
Starting the enginein this chapter.
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Driving
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
11 7.5A Instrument cluster, 4x4, Main light switch,
Truck Central Security Module (TCSM),
GEM
12—Not used
13 20A Brake pedal position switch
14 10A ABS control module
15—Not used
16 30A Windshield wiper motor, Wiper HI/LO
relay, Wiper run/park relay
17 20A Cigar lighter, Data Link Connector (DLC)
18—Not used
19 25A Powertrain Control Module (PCM) power
diode, Ignition, PATS
20 7.5A GEM, Radio
21 15A Hazard flasher
22 20A Auxiliary power socket
23—Not used
24 7.5A Clutch Pedal Position (CPP) switch,
Starter interrupt relay
25—Not used
26 10A Battery saver relay, Auxiliary relay box,
Restraint Central Module (RCM), Generic
Electronic Module (GEM), Instrument
cluster
27—Not used
28 7.5A GEM, Radio
29 20A Radio
30—Not used
31—Not used
32—Not used
33 15A Headlamps, DRL module, Instrument
cluster
Roadside Emergencies
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•The vehicle may need to be driven to relearn the idle and fuel trim
strategy.
•If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned.
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery 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.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
mileage intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,
which equates to a freeze point of -36°C (-34°F). Coolant concentration
testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the
Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014–R1060). The level of coolant
should be maintained at the“cold full”of“cold fill range”level in the
coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions
in theAdding Engine Coolantsection.
LEAD
RETURN
RECYCLE
Maintenance and Specifications
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Side window air deflectors
Skid plate (4x4 only)
Spare tire lock
Tailgate protector
Tail lamp surrounds (chrome & black)
Tonneau covers—soft (snap and snapless)
Tonneau cover (hard 2 piece)
Tonneau cover (color keyed-Leer supplier branded)
Universal floor mats
Wheels
Wheel locks
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
compliance certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight
information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems - such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use or are not properly installed. When operated, such systems may
cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be
damaged or operate improperly. In addition, such systems may be
damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your
vehicle. (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door openers and
other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily
affect your vehicle’s operation.)
•Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage
that may result from the use of such equipment.
Accessories
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