snow chains FORD RANGER 2003 2.G Owners Manual

Replacing the tires
Replace the tires when the wear
band is visible through the tire
treads. Due to exposure to the
elements and exhaust you should
replace the spare tire when you
replace the other tires.
When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or
bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the
Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speed
rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinations
recommended on the label. If you do not follow these precautions,
your vehicle handling may be affected which can lead to loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury.
Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type,
speed rating, load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g.,“All
Terrain”,“Touring”, etc.), as originally offered by Ford.
Do not replace your tires with“high performance”tires or larger
size tires.
Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the
handling of the vehicle, and increase the risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury.
Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may also
affect the accuracy of your speedometer.
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of
vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods
of time may result in damage to vehicle components.
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Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you
currently have on your vehicle.
The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow
tires and chains. If you need to use snow tires and chains, it is
recommended that steel wheels are used of the same size and
specifications as those originally installed.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
•Do not use tire chains on aluminum wheels. Chains may chip the
wheels.
•Use only SAE Class S chains.
•Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
•Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, remove
the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.
•If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
•Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use
tire chains on dry roads.
•The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and chains.
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228

locking/unlocking doors ...........62
Roadside assistance ..................146
S
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) .........73–77
Safety defects, reporting ..........180
Safety restraints ....................73–77
belt minder ...............................80
cleaning the safety belts ..........84
extension assembly ..................79
for adults .............................74–77
for children .........................94–95
lap belt ......................................78
warning light and chime ..........80
Safety seats for children ............98
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............73
Seats ............................................71
child safety seats ......................98
Servicing your vehicle ..............187
Snowplowing .................................6
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...158–159
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................229, 236
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................233, 236
Speed control ..............................53
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......111Starting your
vehicle ........................108–109, 111
jump starting ..........................165
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................51
T
Tires ...........................158, 224–225
changing ..................158–159, 161
checking the pressure ............225
replacing ..................................227
rotating ....................................225
snow tires and chains ............227
tire grades ...............................225
treadwear ................................224
Tonneau cover .............................58
Towing .......................................134
recreational towing .................144
trailer towing ..........................134
wrecker ....................................170
Traction-lok rear axle ...............114
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................223
Transmission
automatic operation ...............115
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................219
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................222
fluid, refill capacities ..............229
lubricant
specifications ..................233, 236
manual operation ....................118
Trunk ...........................................62
Turn signal ..................................44
Index
247