clutch FORD RANGER 2003 2.G Owners Manual

•If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below
your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.
•If the vehicle speed decreases to 40 km/h (25 mph) or less, your
speed control will disengage
Disengaging speed control
To disengage the speed control:
•Depress the brake pedal or
•Depress the clutch pedal (if equipped).
Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.
Note:When you use the clutch pedal to disengage the speed control,
the engine speed may briefly increase, this is normal.
Resuming a set speed
Press the RSM (resume) control and
release it. This will automatically
return the vehicle to the previously
set speed. The RSM control will not
work if the vehicle speed is not
faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).
Increasing speed while using speed control
There are three ways to set a higher
speed:
•Press and hold the SET ACCEL
control until you get to the
desired speed, then release the
control.
•Press and release the SET
ACCEL control to operate the
Tap-Up function. Each tap will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1
mph).
•Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the
vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET ACCEL control.
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Reducing speed while using speed control
There are three ways to reduce a
set speed:
•Press and hold the COAST
control until you get to the
desired speed, then release the
control.
•Press and release the COAST
control to operate the Tap-Down
function. Each tap will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).
•Depress the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal (if equipped) until
the desired vehicle speed is
reached, press the SET ACCEL
control.
Turning off speed control
There are two ways to turn off the
speed control:
•Press the speed control OFF
control.
•Turn OFF the ignition.
Note:When you turn off the speed
control or the ignition, your speed
control set speed memory is erased.
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If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission:
•Make sure the parking brake is
set.
•Make sure the gearshift is in P
(Park).
If starting a vehicle with a manual
transmission:
1. Make sure the parking brake is
set.
2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.
•Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START).
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2
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5
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1 (First)
•Provides maximum engine braking.
•Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.
•Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)
when vehicle reaches slower speeds.
Forced downshifts
•Allowed in
(Overdrive) or Drive.
•Depress the accelerator to the floor.
•Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the clutch
The manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents cranking
the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in the
neutral position.
3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parking
brake.
4. Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear, then slowly release the
clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch
pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These
actions will reduce the life of the clutch.
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R
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Shifting to/from 4L (4WD Low)
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Depress the brake.
3. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, place the
transmission in N (Neutral); on vehicles equipped with a manual
transmission, depress the clutch.
4. Move the transfer case lever through N (Neutral) directly to the
desired position. The 4WD LOW indicator will illuminate once the
transfer case has engaged.
•If the transfer casedoes notengage, repeat steps 1 through 4.
Using the N (Neutral) position
The transfer case N (Neutral) position overrides the transmission
and puts the vehicle in neutral regardless of transmission
gearshift lever position. The vehicle can move forward or
backward.
This position should only be used when towing the vehicle.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the
N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn
off the ignition when leaving the vehicle.
Using the electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped)
2WD (2WD High)- Power to the rear wheels only; used for street and
highway driving.
4X4 HIGH (4WD High)- Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy
roads or in off-road situations. Not intended for use on dry pavement.
4X4 LOW (4WD Low)- Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power
to all four wheels. Intended only for off-road applications such as deep
4X4
HIGH
2WD4X4
LOW
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sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. 4L (4WD Low) will not
engage while the vehicle is moving; this is normal and should be no
reason for concern. Refer toShifting to/from 4L (4WD Low)for proper
operation.
Shifting between 2WD (2WD High) and 4X4 HIGH (4WD High)
•Move the 4WD control between 2WD and 4X4 HIGH at any forward
speed.
Note:Do not perform this operation if the rear wheels are slipping.
Shifting to/from 4X4 LOW (4WD Low)
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop
2. Depress the brake
3. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, place the
transmission in N (Neutral); on vehicles equipped with a manual
transmission, depress the clutch.
4. Move the 4WD control to the desired position.
•If shifting into 4X4 LOW (4WD Low), wait for the LOW RANGE light
in the instrument cluster to turnonindicating the shift is complete.
•If shifting out of 4X4 LOW (4WD Low), wait for the LOW RANGE light
in the instrument cluster to turnoffindicating the shift is complete.
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles
4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and
rough terrain and have operating characteristics that are somewhat
different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road.
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
Truck and utility vehicles can differ from some other vehicles. Your
vehicle may be higher to allow it to travel over rough terrain without
getting hung up or damaging underbody components.
The differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle
differently than an ordinary passenger car.
Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain.
Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel
motion, make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside. Do not
grip the spokes.
Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as
rocks and stumps.
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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
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
14—Not used
15—Not used
16 40A** Blower motor
17 20A** Auxiliary cooling fan
18—Not used
19—Not used
20—Not used
21 10A* PCM memory
22—Not used
23 20A* Fuel pump motor
24 30A* Headlamps
25 10A* A/C clutch solenoid
26—Not used
27—Not used
28 30A* ABS module
29—Not used
30 15A* Trailer tow
31 20A* Foglamps, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
32—Not used
33 15A* Park Lamp
34—Not used
35—Not used
36—Not used
37—Not used
38 10A* Left headlamp low beam
39—Not used
40—Not used
41 20A* Heated oxygen sensors
42 10A* Right headlamp low beam
43—(Resistor)
44—Not used
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
45A—Wiper HI/LO
45B—Wiper park/run
46A—Fuel pump
46B—Trailer tow
47—Starter
48—Auxiliary cooling fan
49—Not used
50—Not used
51—Not used
52—Not used
53—PCM Diode
54—PCM
55—Blower
56A—A/C clutch solenoid
56B—Front washer pump
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
14—Not used
15—Not used
16 40A** Blower motor
17—Not used
18—Not used
19—Not used
20—Not used
21 10A* PCM memory
22—Not used
23 20A* Fuel pump motor
24 30A* Headlamps
25 10A* A/C clutch solenoid
26—Not used
27—Not used
28 30A* ABS Module
29—Not used
30 15A* Trailer tow
31 20A* Foglamps, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
32—Not used
33 15A* Park lamp
34—Not used
35—Not used
36—Not used
37—Not used
38 10A* Left headlamp low beam
39—Not used
40—Not used
41 20A* Heated oxygen sensors
42 10A* Right headlamp low beam
43—Not used
44—Not used
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