fuel FORD RANGER 2021 Repair Manual

Apps
General
Description
Voice Command
Start an app. The system prompts you for the app
name.
Mobile Applications
Get a list of apps running on your device.
List Applications
Search and connect to apps running on your device.
Find Applications
Active App Description
Voice Command
Get a list of voice commands for a specific app. 1
___ Help
Close an app.1
Exit ___
1 Add an app name to the command.
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link (If Equipped) Description
Voice
command
Displays a list of traffic incidents.
Show
Traffic
Displays the current weather map.
Show
Weather
Map
Displays a list of fuel prices.
Show Fuel
Prices
Displays the 5 day weather forecast.
Show 5
Day Fore-
cast
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(If Equipped)

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISING
COST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITH A FORD
PROTECT EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN.
Ford Protect Extended Service
Plans (U.S. Only)
Ford Protect extended service plan means
peace of mind. It’
s the extended service
plan backed by Ford Motor Company, and
provides more protection beyond the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. When
you visit your Ford Dealer, Insist on Ford
Protect extended service plans!
Ford Protect Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One trip to the Service Center could easily
exceed the price of your Ford Protect
extended service plan. With Ford Protect
extended service plan you minimize your
risk for unexpected repair bills and rising
repair costs.
Up to 1,000+ Covered Vehicle
Components
There are four mechanical Ford Protect
extended service plans with different levels
of coverage. Ask your authorized dealer for
details.
1. PremiumCARE - Our most comprehensive coverage. With over
1,000 covered components, this plan
is so complete it’ s probably easier to
list what’ s not covered.
2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech items.
3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components.
4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 critical components.
Ford Protect extended service plans are
honored by all authorized Ford dealers in
the U.S., Canada and Mexico. That means you get:
•
Reliable, quality service at any Ford or
Lincoln dealership.
• Repairs performed by factory trained
technicians, using genuine parts.
Rental Car Reimbursement
1st day Rental Benefit
If you bring your car into your dealer for
service, we ’ll give you a loaner to use for
the day.
Extended Rental Benefits
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered
repairs, you are eligible for rental car
coverage, including warranty repairs, and
Field Service Actions.
Roadside Assistance
Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,
including:
• Towing, flat-tire change and battery
jump starts.
• Out of fuel and lock-out assistance.
• Travel expense reimbursement for
lodging, meals and rental car.
• Assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car
coverage or other transportation.
Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford
Protect extended service plan coverage
expires, you can transfer any remaining
coverage to the new owner. Which should
give you and your potential buyer a little
more peace of mind.
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Check Every Month
Windshield washer fluid level.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display). Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris. Check Every Six Months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great. Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter. 1
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. Off-road Operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints. Lubricate
if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.1
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case (Four-wheel
drive vehicles) fluid changes or level
checks are not required unless a leak is
suspected or the assembly has been
submerged in water. Contact an authorized
dealer for service. California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
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ELECTROMAGNETIC
COMPATIBILITY
WARNING: Do not place objects
or mount equipment on or near the
airbag cover, on the side of the front or
rear seatbacks, or in areas that may
come into contact with a deploying
airbag. Failure to follow these
instructions may increase the risk of
personal injury in the event of a crash. WARNING: Do not fasten antenna
cables to vehicle wiring, fuel pipes and
brake pipes. WARNING:
Keep antenna and
power cables at least 4 in (10 cm) from
any electronic modules and airbags. Note:
We test and certify your vehicle to
meet electromagnetic compatibility
legislation. It is your responsibility to make
sure that any equipment an authorized
dealer installs on your vehicle complies with
applicable local legislation and other
requirements. Installation of some
aftermarket electronic devices could
degrade the performance of vehicle
functions, which use radio frequency signals
such as broadcast radio receiver, tire
pressure monitoring system, push button
start, Bluetooth connectivity or satellite
navigation.
Note: Any radio frequency transmitter
equipment in your vehicle (such as cellular
telephones and amateur radio transmitters)
must keep to the parameters in the
following illustrations and table. We do not
provide any other special provisions or
conditions for installations or use.
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Engine Oil.............................................................
330
Front Axle.............................................................. 333
Fuel Tank................................................................ 331
Grease..................................................................... 331
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 332
Locks....................................................................... 332
Rear Axle............................................................... 333
Transfer Case....................................................... 332
Washer Reservoir............................................... 334
Cargo Lamps....................................................82
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 284
Catalytic Converter
.......................................157
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 158
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 159
Center Console..............................................139
Changing a Bulb...........................................278 Approach Lamp and Side Direction
Indicator........................................................... 280
Central High Mounted Brake Lamp............282
Front Fog Lamps............................................... 280
Front Side Marker Bulb.................................... 279
License Plate Lamp.......................................... 282
Rear Lamps......................................................... 280
Replacing LED Fog Lamp Bulbs.................. 280
Replacing the Headlamp Bulbs ................... 278
Changing a Fuse..........................................260 Fuses...................................................................... 260
Changing a Road Wheel
.............................312
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information....................................................... 312
Installing a Road Wheel.................................. 320
Jacking and Lifting Points................................ 318
Removing a Road Wheel................................. 319
Spare Wheel......................................................... 317
Stowing the Flat Tire........................................ 320
Stowing the Tool Kit - SuperCrew...............322
Stowing the Vehicle Jack and Tool Kit - SuperCab.......................................................... 321
Stowing the Vehicle Jack - SuperCrew........................................................ 321
Tire Change Procedure..................................... 313
Vehicle Jack........................................................... 314
Changing the 12V Battery..........................274 Remove and Reinstall the Battery...............275
Changing the Engine Air Filter................266 Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
Name or Password
....................................341
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................276 Changing the Windshield Wiper
Blades................................................................ 276
Charging the 12V Battery...........................273 Battery Management System....................... 273
Checking MyKey System Status..............60 MyKey Distance.................................................... 60
Number of Admin Keys....................................... 61
Number of MyKeys............................................... 61
Checking the Wiper Blades
......................276
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................38
Child Restraint Positioning
.........................30
Child Safety.......................................................19
General Information............................................. 19
Child Safety Locks...........................................31 Left-Hand Side...................................................... 32
Right-Hand Side................................................... 32
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................287
Cleaning Products
.......................................283
Materials............................................................... 283
Cleaning the Engine....................................285
Cleaning the Exterior..................................284 Cleaning the Exterior Lamps......................... 284
Cleaning the Exterior Precautions...............284
Exterior Chrome Parts..................................... 284
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 284
Stripes or Graphics........................................... 284
Underbody........................................................... 285
Under Hood......................................................... 285
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................287
Cleaning the Interior...................................286 Mirrors.................................................................... 286
Cleaning the Wheels..................................288
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................286
Clearing All MyKeys......................................60
Climate............................................................382 Accessing Rear Climate Controls................384
Accessing the Climate Control Menu.........382
Directing the Airflow......................................... 382
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator..........384
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................383
Setting the Temperature................................ 383
Switching Auto Mode On and Off...............383
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Power Exterior Mirrors........................................
86
Power-Folding Mirrors........................................ 87
Puddle Lamps....................................................... 87
Signal Indicator Mirrors...................................... 87
F
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................34 Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 35
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................34
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 312
Floor Mats.......................................................233
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps......................................... 81
Ford Protect....................................................414 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY)........................................... 415
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only)................................................................... 414
Four-Wheel Drive
.........................................164
Principle of Operation....................................... 164
Front Fog Lamps.............................................81
Front Parking Aid..........................................185 Obstacle Distance Indicator.......................... 186
Front Passenger Sensing System............43
Fuel and Refueling
.......................................149
Fuel Consumption........................................154
Advertised Capacity.......................................... 154
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 155
Filling the Fuel Tank........................................... 155
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
........................150
Fuel Filter.........................................................273
Fuel Quality....................................................149
Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 149
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................235
Fuse Box Locations.....................................247
Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 247
High Current Fuse Box..................................... 248
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box...........248
Pre-fuse Box......................................................... 247
Fuses.................................................................247
Fuse Specification Chart
..........................248
Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 248
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box............257 G
Garage Door Opener
....................................133
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener............133
Gauges...............................................................89 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............90
Fuel Gauge............................................................. 90
Information Display............................................. 89
Left Information Display..................................... 91
Type 1 and 2............................................................ 89
Type 3........................................................................\
91
Gearbox See: Transmission.............................................. 160
General Information on Radio Frequencies....................................................51
Intelligent Access.................................................. 51
General Maintenance Information........416 Multi-Point Inspection...................................... 418
Owner Checks and Services........................... 417
Protecting Your Investment........................... 416
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 416
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?...................................................... 416
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................243
Getting the Services You Need..............240 Away From Home............................................. 240
Glove Compartment...................................139 Glove Box with Lock.......................................... 139
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake.............................................. 174
Hazard Flashers
............................................235
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps...................... 277
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp.......................... 278
Headrest See: Head Restraints......................................... 124
Head Restraints
.............................................124
Adjusting the Head Restraint......................... 125
Heated Exterior Mirrors...............................122
Heated Rear Window..................................122
Heated Seats
.................................................130
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Heated Windshield.......................................122
Windshield Wiper De-Icer................................ 122
Heating See: Climate Control........................................... 117
Hill Start Assist..............................................174 Switching the System On and Off................175
Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 174
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................120
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................. 122
General Hints....................................................... 120
Quickly Cooling the Interior.............................. 121
Quickly Heating the Interior............................ 120
Recommended Settings for Cooling............121
Recommended Settings for Heating............121
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................173
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........263
Horn.....................................................................74
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
................................................131
I
Ignition Switch................................................141 Starting the Engine............................................ 142
Switching the Ignition Off................................ 142
Switching the Ignition On................................ 142
Switching the Ignition to Accessory Mode................................................................... 142
In California (U.S. Only)..............................241
Information Display Control.......................74
Information Displays....................................96 General Information........................................... 96
Information Messages
...............................104
4WD........................................................................\
.. 116
Adaptive Cruise Control................................... 105
Airbag...................................................................... 105
Alarm and Security............................................ 105
Auto-Start-Stop................................................. 106
Battery and Charging System........................ 107
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System.................................................... 107
Doors and Locks................................................. 108
Driver Alert............................................................ 108
Drivetrain............................................................... 109Engine.....................................................................
109
Fuel........................................................................\
.. 109
Keys and Intelligent Access............................. 110
Lane Keeping System.......................................... 111
Maintenance........................................................... 111
MyKey....................................................................... 112
Park Aid.................................................................... 113
Power Steering..................................................... 113
Pre-Collision Assist............................................. 113
Remote Start......................................................... 114
Starting System ................................................... 114
Tire Pressure Monitoring System................... 114
Traction Control................................................... 114
Trail Control........................................................... 115
Trailer........................................................................\
115
Installing Child Restraints............................21 Child Restraints...................................................... 21
Combining Seatbelt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child
Restraints........................................................... 25
Front Seat Tether Strap Attachment (SuperCab)....................................................... 26
Rear Seat Tether Strap Attachment (SuperCab)........................................................ 27
Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outermost Seating Positions (Center
Seating Use) ..................................................... 25
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts ......................... 21
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)............................................ 23
Using Tether Straps............................................. 25
Instrument Cluster
........................................89
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................78 Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps...................... 79
Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps...............79
Instrument Panel.............................................17
Interior Lamps
..................................................81
Courtesy Lamp....................................................... 81
Reading Lamps..................................................... 82
Rear Courtesy Lamp........................................... 82
Interior Mirror
....................................................87
Automatic Dimming Mirror.............................. 88
Manual Dimming Mirror..................................... 87
Introduction.........................................................7
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Rear Seats.......................................................128
Folding the Seat Backrest............................... 129
Folding the Seat Cushion................................ 128
Removing the Seat Cushion........................... 128
Unfolding the Seat Backrest.......................... 130
Unfolding the Seat Cushion............................ 129
Rear View Camera.......................................186 Camera guidelines.............................................. 187
Manual Zoom...................................................... 189
Obstacle Distance Indicator.......................... 188
Rear Camera Delay............................................ 189
Using the Rear View Camera System.........187
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera................................... 186
Recommended Towing Weights............222 Towing Capacities............................................. 223
Trailer Hitch Identification.............................. 223
Trailer Nose Weight........................................... 224
Refueling..........................................................152 Refueling System Overview............................ 152
Refueling System Warning............................. 154
Refueling Your Vehicle...................................... 152
Remote Control
...............................................51
Car Finder................................................................ 55
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter...................... 51
Intelligent Access Key......................................... 52
Remote Start......................................................... 56
Replacing the Battery......................................... 53
Sounding a Panic Alarm.................................... 55
Remote Start..................................................123 Automatic Settings............................................ 123
Heated and Cooled Features.......................... 123
Last Settings......................................................... 123
Removing a Headlamp..............................278
Removing the Tailgate.................................68
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............288
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................13
Collision Repairs.................................................... 14
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs.................................................................. 14
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 14
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................57
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................245
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)..............................................................245 Roadside Assistance
..................................234
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance....................................................... 235
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance................................... 234
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance................................... 234
Roadside Emergencies..............................234
Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................219
Running-In See: Breaking-In................................................. 230
Running Out of Fuel....................................150 Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container........................................................... 151
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.................. 150
S
Safety Canopy ™
............................................46
Safety Precautions......................................149
Satellite Radio..............................................348
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................ 349
Satellite Radio Reception Factors..............348
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service.................349
Troubleshooting................................................. 349
Scheduled Maintenance
...........................416
Seatbelt Extensions......................................38
Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................36
Seatbelt Reminder........................................36 Seatbelt Status..................................................... 37
Seatbelts...........................................................33 Principle of Operation......................................... 33
Seats..................................................................124
Security..............................................................70
Settings...........................................................393 Audio...................................................................... 393
Automatic Updates.......................................... 394
Bluetooth.............................................................. 393
Charge Settings.................................................. 394
Clock....................................................................... 393
Display................................................................... 394
Driver Assist......................................................... 393
Emergency Assistance.................................... 394
FordPass............................................................... 394
General.................................................................. 394
Message Center................................................. 394
Mobile Apps......................................................... 394
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How Your Vehicle Differs From Other
Vehicles............................................................. 165
Using the Electronic Shift on the Fly 4WD system............................................................... 164
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems...........................................................61
Using Snow Chains.....................................307 Vehicles with Stability Control..................... 308
Using Stability Control................................178 AdvanceTrac ™ with Roll Stability Control ™
(RSC™)............................................................. 178
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player............................................................362
Audio Voice Commands................................. 363
Media Sources.................................................... 362
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............358
Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 359
Pairing a Phone.................................................. 358
Phone Controls...................................................359
Phone Voice Commands................................ 358
Using Traction Control................................176 Switching the System Off ............................... 176
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 176
Using Voice Recognition
...........................356
Apps........................................................................\
379
Automatic Blower Motor Speed Reduction........................................................ 380
Climate................................................................... 376
Entertainment..................................................... 375
General................................................................... 374
Initiating a Voice Session................................ 356
Navigation............................................................. 378
Phone...................................................................... 377
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link................... 379
System Interaction and Feedback...............357
Voice Settings..................................................... 380
Using Voice Recognition - Vehicles Without: SYNC..........................................354
Voice Pass Through.......................................... 354
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................243
V
Vehicle Care
...................................................283
General Information......................................... 283Vehicle Certification Label........................327
Vehicle Identification Number................326
Vehicle Storage
............................................288
Body....................................................................... 289
Brakes.................................................................... 289
Cooling system................................................... 289
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery.............289
Engine.................................................................... 289
Fuel system......................................................... 289
General.................................................................. 288
Miscellaneous..................................................... 289
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................290
Tires........................................................................\
289
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot...............................340
Ventilation See: Climate Control........................................... 117
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............326
Voice Control....................................................73
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators
.................92
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator.................. 92
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 92
Automatic Headlamp High Beam Indicator.............................................................. 92
Auto-Start-Stop Indicator................................ 92
Battery...................................................................... 92
Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 92
Brake System Warning Lamp.......................... 92
Cruise Control Indicator..................................... 93
Direction Indicator............................................... 93
Door Ajar Warning Lamp................................... 93
Electronic Locking Differential........................ 93
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp
.................................................................... 93
Fasten Rear Seatbelt Warning Lamp...........93
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp...................... 93
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators............................ 93
Front Airbag............................................................ 93
Front Fog Lamp Indicator................................. 93
Headlamp High Beam Indicator..................... 94
Hood Ajar Warning Lamp................................. 94
Low Beam Malfunction..................................... 94
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp........................ 94
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp.................. 94
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