spare tire location FORD RANGER 2003 2.G Quick Reference Guide

This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your vehicle’s Owner’s Guide,
which contains more detailed information concerning the features of your vehicle and
important safety warnings to help reduce the risk of injury to you and your occupants.
Always read your entire Owner’s Guide carefully when first learning about your vehi
cle and consult the appropriate section when questions arise.
Ford Motor Company
Customer Relationship Center
16800 Executive Plaza Drive
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, Michigan 48121
(800) 3923673
July 2002
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Fan Speed Control– Rotate the
knob to adjust the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
Temperature Control – Rotate the
knob to adjust the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle.
A/C
(if equipped)– Uses outside air to
cool the vehicle. Airflow will be from
the instrument panel registers. The airconditioning will only function if theoutside temperature is about 6°C
(43°F) or higher.
Panel– Distributes outside air
through the instrument panel
registers. The air will not be cooledbelow the outside temperaturebecause the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
Panel and Floor – Distributes out
side air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heatingand air conditioning capabilities areprovided in this mode. Floor – Distributes outside air through
the floor ducts. The air will not becooled below the outside temperaturebecause the air conditioning does notoperate in this mode.
Floor and Defrost– Distributes out
side air through the windshielddefroster ducts and the floor ducts.Heating and air conditioning capabilities areprovided in this mode.
Defrost – Distributes outside air
through the windshield defroster ducts.It can be used to clear ice or fog fromthe windshield.
Max A/C
(if equipped)–Max A/C is the
best way to cool off fastbecause it
uses recirculated air and less power to
quickly cool the vehicle. MAX A/C isnoisier than A/C, but more economical
and efficient. This mode can also be
used to prevent undesirable odors
from entering the vehicle. The air conditioning will only function if the
outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F)or higher.
Volume/Power Control – Press the
control to turn the audio system on
or off. Turn the control to raise orlower the volume.
AM/FM Select– In radio mode,
press to select AM or FM frequencybands. In tape and CD modes, pressto stop play and begin radio play.
Seek Function – In radio mode,
press to find the next listenable station up or down the band. In tapemode, press to move to the next/previous selection on the tape. In CD mode, press to select thenext/previous track on the disc.
Tune Adjust– In radio mode, press
to move to the next frequency up or down the band.
Scan Function – In radio mode,
press to hear a sampling of all listenable stations. In tape and CD modes, press to hear a brief sampling of all selections.
Tape Direction Select – Press to
play the alternative side of the tape.Tape/CD Select– To begin tape
play while in radio or CD mode,press the tape control. To begin
CD play, press the CD control.
Autoset Memory Preset –
Select AM, FM1, or FM2 band, then press AUTO to activate autoset
memory preset, which allows you
to set strong radio stations without
losing your original manually set pre
set stations. Press again to deactivate autoset.
Setting the Clock– Press and
hold CLK and then press SEEK to
set the hour. Press and hold CLKand then press TUNE to set the
minute.
Select– Press to adjust sound
output and distribution after selecting BASS, TREB, BAL
or FADE.
Setting Memory Preset Stations
– Select AM, FM1 or FM2 band,then select a station. Next, pressand hold a numbered control untilthe sound returns.AM/FM Select– In radio mode,
press to select AM or FM frequency
bands. In CD mode, press to stop CD
play and begin radio play.
Scan Function – In radio mode,
press to hear a sampling of all listenable stations. In CD mode,press to hear a brief sampling of all selections.
Setting the Clock – Press and hold
CLK and press SEEK to set the hour.
Press and hold CLK and press TUNE to set the minute.
Eject Function– Press to stop and
eject a CD.
Compression Feature–
Compression adjust brings soft andloud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press
COMP to activate and deactivatecompression adjust.
PREMIUM DUALMEDIA RADIO (if equipped) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Volume/Power Control – Press the
control to turn the radio system on
or off. Turn the control to raise orlower the volume.
CD Select– Press to begin CD play.
The first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin
where it stopped last.
Seek Function– In radio mode,
press to find the next listenable station up or down the band. In CDmode, press to move to the next/previous track on the current disc.
Tune Adjust – In radio mode, press
to the next frequency up or down the band. If your vehicle is equipped
with a CD changer, press this controlto select the next/previous disc in the changer.
Setting Memory Preset Stations–
Select AM, FM1 or FM2 band, thenselect a station. Next, press and hold a numbered control until thesound returns.
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2003 MODELRANGER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Fuel Tank Capacity – Regularcab vehicles with a short wheel base have a 16.5gallon tank, while
regularcab vehicles with a long wheel base have a 20gallon tank. The fuel tank of SuperCab
vehicles can accommodate 19.5 gallons of gasoline. All Rangers are designed to use "Regular"unleaded gasoline with pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 for optimum performance. Flex fuel 3.0Lengines are capable of using up to an 85% ethanol blend in any combination with "Regular"
unleaded gasoline. The use of gasoline with lower octane ratings may degrade performance.
Tire Pressure– Your tire pressure is properly set at the dealership according to the recommended
specifications found on the Certification Label located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.
Proper tire pressure is very important for a smooth and safe ride.Please check your tire
pressure during routine maintenance and seasonal changes.
Fuses– If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown.
For more information about changing a fuse, please consult your Owner’s Guide.
Fuel Pump ShutOff Switch – After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump
shutoff switch may have to be reset. The switch is located in the passenger’s foot well, by the
kick panel. For complete details on resetting your fuel pump shutoff switch, please consult your
Owner’s Guide.
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. Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. Some spare tires are for limited
service use only. Limited service spare tires are labeled as such.
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
Roadside Emergencies– To fully assist if you should have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a
complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. The service is available 24 hours, seven days a week for the Basic Warranty period
(Canada) or New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (U.S.) of three years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles).
Roadside assistance will cover:
Changing a flat tire Jumpstarts Limited fuel delivery
Lockout assistance Towing of your vehicle
Roadside Assistance Centers
Country Phone Number
United States(800) 2413673
Canada(800) 6652006
For complete details on any roadside assistance concern, see the Roadside Emergencies
section or the Customer Assistance section in your Owner’s Guide.
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Location
Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper
Regular Cab:behind seats and underneath the jack and tools cover
Twodoor SuperCab:stowed in the passengerside rear cab
compartment or behind the jump seat in a separate tool bag
Fourdoor SuperCab:stowed behind the front seats, between the jump
seats and underneath the jack and tools cover
In the glove box Item
Spare Tire
Jack, Jack Handle,
Wheel Nut Wrench
Key, Spare Tire Lock (if equipped)