air conditioning FORD RANGER 2008 2.G Owners Manual

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 16
Entertainment Systems 19
AM/FM stereo 19
AM/FM Stereo single CD/MP3 system 21
CDX6/MP3 Premium/Audiophile Pioneer system 27
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 33
Satellite radio information 36
Climate Controls 40
Heater only 40
Manual heating and air conditioning 41
Lights 43
Headlamps 43
Turn signal control 47
Bulb replacement 47
Driver Controls 53
Windshield wiper/washer control 53
Steering wheel adjustment 54
Power windows 55
Mirrors 56
Speed control 57
Locks and Security 61
Keys 61
Locks 61
Anti-theft system 65
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To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
.
2. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.
3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.
4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these
objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
1.Fan speed adjustment:Controls
the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
2.Temperature selection:
Controls the temperature of the
airflow in the vehicle.
3.Air flow selections:Controls the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.
MAX A/C:Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the
instrument panel vents only. Temperature of airflow not adjustable.
A/C:Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument
panel vents only.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.
OFF:Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the
floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and
floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.
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Climate Controls
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Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
Starting the engine
Note:Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START). If
there is difficulty in turning the key,
rotate the steering wheel until the
key turns freely. This condition may
occur when:
•the front wheels are turned
•a front wheel is against the curb
Turn the key to 5 (START), then
release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
Note:If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try,
turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine still
fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; this will
allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is
flooded with fuel.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid
its dangerous effects.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer
inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
Important ventilating information
If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of
time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating
or air conditioning to bring in fresh air.
3
2
1
5
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Driving
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electronic shift ........................162
indicator light .........................162
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................155
Fuel ............................................235
calculating fuel economy .......240
cap ...........................................237
capacity ...................................254
choosing the right fuel ...........238
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................243
detergent in fuel .....................238
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................235, 237, 240
filter, specifications ........234, 253
fuel pump shut-off switch .....172
improving fuel economy ........240
octane rating ...................239, 259
quality ......................................239
running out of fuel .................239
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................235
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......172
Fuses ..................................173–174
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............237
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................240
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................172
Headlamps ...................................43
aiming ........................................45
bulb specifications ....................47
daytime running lights .............44
flash to pass ..............................44high beam .................................43
replacing bulbs .........................49
turning on and off ....................43
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................40–41
Hood ..........................................216
I
Ignition ...............................146, 259
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..98
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................245
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................211
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................44
J
Jack ............................................183
positioning .......................183, 189
storage .....................183, 186–187
Jump-starting your vehicle ......192
K
Keys .......................................61, 66
positions of the ignition .........146
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................47
daytime running light ...............44
fog lamps ...................................43
headlamps .................................43
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