warning FORD RANGER 2023 Owners Manual

Removing a Road Wheel
WARNING: Park your vehicle insuch a position that neither the trafficnor you are hindered or endangered.
WARNING: Make sure that thewheels are pointing straight ahead.
WARNING: If your vehicle has amanual transmission, shift into first orreverse gear. If your vehicle has anautomatic transmission, shift into park(P).
WARNING: Secure the diagonallyopposite wheel with an appropriateblock or wheel chock.
WARNING: Make sure that thevehicle jack is vertical to the jacking pointand the base is flat on the ground.
WARNING: Never place anythingbetween the vehicle jack and yourvehicle.
1.Assemble the jack handle.
2.Ensure screwthread on the jack isadequately lubricated before use.
3.Loosen the wheel nuts.
4.Raise your vehicle until the tire is clearof the ground.
5.Remove the wheel nuts and the roadwheel.
Note:Assemble the three handles to jackthe rear of the vehicle.
Note:Do not lay alloy road wheels facedown on the ground.
Installing a Road Wheel
WARNING: Use only approvedwheel and tire sizes. Using other sizescould damage your vehicle.
WARNING: Do not fit run flat tireson vehicles that were not originally fittedwith them. See an authorized dealer formore details about compatibility.
WARNING: Make sure there is nogrease or oil on the threads or thesurface between the wheel lugs andnuts. This can cause the lug nuts toloosen while driving.
WARNING: Have the lug nutschecked for tightness and the tirepressure checked as soon as possible.
1.Install the wheel.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
WARNING: When you install a wheel, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreignmaterials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheelhub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure to secure any fastenersthat attach the rotor to the hub so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces ofthe wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheelmounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off whileyour vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of vehicle control, personal injury or death.
lb.ft (Nm)1Bolt Size
100 lb.ft (135 Nm)M12 x 1.5
1 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only ourrecommended replacement fasteners.
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 kilometers) after anywheel disturbance, such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire or wheel removal.
Wheel pilot bore.A
Inspect the wheel pilot hole andmounting surface prior to installation.Remove any visible corrosion or looseparticles.
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CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Use oil and fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use oil and fluid that meetsthe defined specification and viscositygrade, it could result in:
•Component damage not covered bythe vehicle warranty.
•Longer engine cranking periods.
•Increased emission levels.
•Reduced engine performance.
•Reduced fuel economy.
•Reduced brake performance.
Air Conditioning System
WARNING: The air conditioningrefrigerant system contains refrigerantunder high pressure. Only qualifiedpersonnel should service the airconditioning refrigerant system. Openingthe air conditioning refrigerant systemcan cause personal injury.
Capacities
Refrigerant OilRefrigerantVariant
3.38 fl oz (100 ml)24 oz (0.675 kg)All.
Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M17B21-AR-1234yf Refrigerant(U.S.)R-1234yf Refrigerant / Frigorigène R-1234yf(Canada)YN-33-A(U.S.)HS7Z-19B519-BA(Canada)
WSS-M2C300-A2Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil(U.S.)Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil / HuilePAG pour frigorigène R-1234yf Motorcraft®(Canada)YN-35(U.S. & Canada)
Automatic Transmission
Note:Only use MERCON® ULVtransmission fluid for automatictransmissions that require MERCON® ULVtransmission fluid. The use of any other fluidcould cause transmission damage.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Radio Frequencies and ReceptionFactors
AM and FM frequencies are established bythe Federal Communications Commission(FCC) and the Canadian Radio andTelecommunications Commission (CRTC).Those frequencies are:
•AM: 530-1710 kHz
•FM: 87.9-107.9 MHz
Note:Listening to loud audio for longperiods of time could damage your hearing.
Radio Reception Factors
The further you travel from an AM or FM station, theweaker the signal and the weaker the reception.Distance and strength
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage andthunderstorms can interfere with the reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one andresult in the audio system muting.
Station overload
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES
WITHOUT: SYNC
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
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Muting the Audio
Press and release the button tomute the playing audio.
Switching the Audio Unit On andOff
Press and release the button.
Using the Display Control
Use the up and down arrow buttons toselect the various settings. When you makeyour selection, press the left and rightarrow buttons to change the settings.
Press and release to confirm aselection.
Press and release the function buttonsbelow the display to select differentfunctions of the audio system dependingon which mode you are in.
Using the Number Block
In radio mode, store and recall your favoriteradio stations. To store a favorite station,press and hold until the sound returns. Inphone mode, enter a phone number.
Using Seek, Fast Forward andReverse
In radio mode, select a frequency band andpress and release either button. Thesystem stops at the first station it finds inthat direction.
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
SYNC
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
Accessing the Apps Menu
Press and release the button toaccess the apps menu. Followthe on-screen prompts to makeyour selection.
Accessing the Clock Settings
Press and release the button toaccess the clock setting.
Use the center arrow controls tochange the hours and minutes.
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Playing or Pausing Media
Press and release the button toeither play or pause the audio.
Switching the Audio Unit On andOff
Press and release the button.
Switching the Display On and Off
Press and release the button.
Switching Repeat Mode On and Off
Press and release the button torepeat the current media source.
Switching Shuffle Mode On andOff
Press and release the button toshuffle the current media source.
Using a Cell Phone
Press and release to eitheranswer an incoming phone callor to make a phone call.
Press and hold to end a phonecall.
Using the Display Control
Use the up and down arrow buttons toselect the various settings. When you makeyour selection, press the left and rightarrow buttons to change the settings.
Press and release to confirm aselection.
Using the Number Block
In radio mode, store and recall your favoriteradio stations. To store a favorite stationpress and hold until the sound returns.
In phone mode, enter a phone number.
Using Seek, Fast Forward andReverse
In radio mode, select a frequency band andpress and release either button. Thesystem stops at the first station it finds inthat direction.
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
SYNC 3
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
Note:The touchscreen system controlsmost of the audio features.
Note:Some features, such as satelliteradio, may not be available in your location.Check with an authorized dealer.
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Potential Station Issues
ActionCauseIssues
No action required. This is abroadcast issue.This is poor time alignmentby the radio broadcaster.Echo, stutter, skip or repeatin audio.Increase or decrease inaudio volume.
No action required. Thereception issue may clear upas you continue to drive.
The radio is shifting betweenanalog and digital audio.Sound fading or blending inand out.
No action required. This isnormal behavior. Wait untilthe audio is available.
The digital multicast is notavailable until the HD Radiobroadcast is decoded. Oncedecoded, the audio is avail-able.
There is an audio mutedelay when selecting HD2 orHD3, multicast preset ordirect tune.
No action required. Thestation is not available inyour current location.
The previously storedmulticast preset or directtune is not available in yourcurrent reception area.
Cannot access the HD2 orHD3 multicast channelswhen recalling a preset orfrom a direct tune.
Fill out the station issueform at website listed
below.1
Data service issue by theradio broadcaster.Text information does notmatch currently playingaudio.
Fill out the station issueform at website listed
below.1
Data service issue by theradio broadcaster.There is no text informationshown for currently selectedfrequency.
1 http://hdradio.com/stations/feedback.
HD Radio Technology manufactured underlicense from iBiquity Digital Corporationand foreign patents. HD Radio and the HDand HD Radio logos are proprietarytrademarks of DTS. Ford and DTS are notresponsible for the content sent using HDRadio technology. Content may bechanged, added or deleted at any time atthe station owner's discretion.
AUDIO INPUT JACK
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of any
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hand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
WARNING: Always place yourdevice in a secure location in your vehicleso it does not become a projectile in asudden stop or crash. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury.
The auxiliary input jack allows you toconnect and play music from your portablemusic player through your vehicle speakers.
You can use any portable music playerdesigned for use with headphones.
Your audio extension cable must havemale connectors at each end.
1.Make sure your vehicle is stationarywith the audio system and the portablemusic player switched off.
2.Plug the extension cable from thedevice into the audio input jack.
3.Switch your audio system on, andselect the desired FM station.
4.Adjust the volume as desired.
5.Switch on your device and adjust thevolume to half the maximum level.
6.Press AUX until LINE or LINE INappears in the display. You should hearmusic from your device even if it is low.
7.Adjust the volume on your device untilit reaches the volume level of the FMstation. Do this by switching back andforth between the AUX and FMcontrols.
Use the vehicle audio unit buttons torestore playback from the vehicle audiounit, while your device remains connected.
Note:The audio extension cable must belong enough for you to safely store thedevice when your vehicle is moving.
Note:For optimum performance whenusing any auxiliary device set the volume onthe device high. This reduces audiointerference when charging the device usingthe vehicle power supply.
Note:For safety reasons, do not connector adjust the settings on your device whileyour vehicle is moving.
USB PORT (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
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The USB port allows you to plug in mediaplaying devices, memory sticks and chargedevices.
Note:Not all USB ports in your vehicle havedata transfer capabilities. See AuxiliaryPower Points (page 138).
USING VOICE RECOGNITION -
VEHICLES WITHOUT: SYNC
Voice Pass Through
This system allows you to use the voicerecognition features of your phone.
Press the voice control buttonon the steering wheel.
Note:This only works when connected viaBluetooth. See Connecting a Bluetooth®Device (page 348).
Note:When using voice pass through usethe language set on the device.
MEDIA HUB (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
The media hub may be on the instrumentpanel or center console.
The media hub may contain one or moreof the following inputs:
See USB Port (page 354).
See Audio Input Jack (page 353).
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SYNC is an in-vehicle communicationssystem that works with your Bluetoothenabled cellular phone and portable mediaplayer. This allows you to:
•Make and receive calls.
•Access and play music from yourportable music player.
•Use 911 Assist or Emergency Assistanceand applications via SYNC AppLink.*
•Access phonebook contacts and musicusing voice commands.
•Stream music from your connectedphone.
•Text message.
•Use the advanced voice recognitionsystem.
•Charge your USB device (if your devicesupports this).*These features are not available in allmarkets and may require activation.Available AppLink enabled apps vary bymarket.
Make sure that you review your device'smanual before using it with SYNC.
Support
SYNC support is available at your regionalFord website. See SYNC™Troubleshooting (page 362).
SYNC Owner Account
Why do I need a SYNC owner account?
•Essential for keeping up with the latestsoftware downloads available forSYNC.
•Access to customer support for anyquestions you may have.
Driving Restrictions
For your safety, certain features arespeed-dependent and restricted when yourvehicle is traveling over 3 mph (5 km/h).
Safety Information
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
When using SYNC:
•Do not operate playing devices if thepower cords or cables are broken, splitor damaged. Place cords and cablesout of the way, so they do not interferewith the operation of pedals, seats,compartments or safe driving abilities.
•Do not leave playing devices in yourvehicle during extreme conditions as itcould cause them damage. See yourdevice's manual for further information.
•Do not attempt to service or repair thesystem. See an authorized dealer.
Privacy Information
When a cellular phone is connected toSYNC, the system creates a profile withinyour vehicle that is linked to that cellularphone. This profile is created in order tooffer you more cellular features and tooperate more efficiently. Among otherthings, this profile may contain data aboutyour cellular phone book, text messages
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