clutch FORD RANGER 2007 2.G User Guide

Working with the engine on
•Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
•Manual transmission:
1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N
(Neutral).
2. Block the wheels.
To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn
injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
bottom of the instrument panel near
the steering column.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front center of
the hood.
3. Lift the hood and support it with
the prop rod.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.3L I4 engine
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Power distribution box
8. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission)
9. Battery
10. Power steering fluid reservoir
11. Air filter assembly
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3.0L V6 engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped)
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Power distribution box
8. Clutch fluid reservoir (if equipped)
9. Battery
10. Power steering fluid reservoir
11. Air filter assembly
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4.0L SOHC V6 engine
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped)
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Brake fluid reservoir
6. Power distribution box
7. Clutch fluid reservoir (if equipped)
8. Battery
9. Power steering fluid reservoir
10. Air filter assembly
11. Engine coolant reservoir
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1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN
and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is within this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the FULL HOT range. Be sure to put the
dipstick back in the reservoir.
BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels below the “MAX” line
that do not trigger the brake system
warning lamp are within the normal
operating range, there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range,
the performance of your brake system could be compromised, seek
service from your authorized dealer immediately.
CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
Check the fluid level. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor
the service interval schedules.
During normal operation, the fluid level in the clutch reservoir should
remain constant. If the fluid level drops, refill the fluid level to the step
in the reservoir.
Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Ford specifications. Refer
toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For
MEDICAL EMERGENCY INFORMATION contact a physician or
Poison Control Center immediately; on Ford-Motorcraft products call:
1-800-959-3673 (FORD). Failure to follow these instructions may result
in personal injury.
MAX
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Brake fluid and clutch fluid
(if equipped)Fill to line or
step (for clutch)
on reservoirMotorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 or PM-1-C /
ESA-M6C25-A or
WSS-M6C62-A
Door weather strips —Silicone Spray
LubricantXL-6 /
ESR-M13P4-A
Hinges, door checks,
latches, striker plates, fuel
filler door hinge and seat
tracks— Multi-Purpose GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 /
ESB-M1C93-B
Transmission/
steering/parking brake
linkages and pivots, brake
and clutch pedal shaft,
clutch pilot bearing and
input shaft spline (manual
transmission)—Motorcraft Premium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C or XG-1-K /
ESA-M1C75-B
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Clock adjust
AM/FM Stereo ...........................19
AM/FM stereo CD ...............21, 24
CD-MP3 ...............................38, 41
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 .............................29, 33
Clutch
fluid ..........................................252
operation while driving ..........166
recommended shift speeds ....167
Console ........................................65
Coolant
checking and adding ..............234
refill capacities ................238, 259
specifications ..........................259
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................67
Customer Assistance ................178
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................210
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............211
Getting roadside assistance ...178
Getting the service you
need .........................................206
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................211
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............209
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Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................55
Dipstick
engine oil .................................226
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................256
Driving under special
conditions ..................168, 171, 175sand .........................................173
snow and ice ...........................176
through water .................174, 177
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Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................200
Emergency Flashers .................180
Emission control system ..........248
Engine ........................................264
cleaning ...................................215
coolant .....................................234
idle speed control ...................232
lubrication specifications .......259
refill capacities ........................259
service points ..................222–224
starting after a collision .........180
Engine block heater .................159
Engine oil ..................................226
checking and adding ..............226
dipstick ....................................226
filter, specifications ........230, 257
recommendations ...................230
refill capacities ........................259
specifications ..........................259
Exhaust fumes ..........................159
F
Fluid capacities .........................259
Foglamps .....................................54
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......168
driving off road .......................170
electronic shift ........................169
indicator light .........................169
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................162
Fuel ............................................239
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