power steering FORD RANGER 2023 Owner's Manual

Protected ComponentRatingItem
Not used.-85
Trailer module.40 A287
1 M-type fuse.2 LPJ-type fuse.
Battery Mounted Fuse Link
Protected ComponentRatingItem
Alternator (with auxiliary fuse and relay box).300 A1Alternator (without auxiliary fuse and relay box).225 A
Electronic power assist steering.125 A2
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High Current Fuse Box
Protected ComponentRatingItem
Not used.-1
Body control module.125 A2
Voltage quality module (supplies rear lamp blind spot,rear view camera, head up display, 4x4 switch, imageprocessing module and adaptive cruise control radar).50 A3
Busbar through to power distribution box.-4
Auxiliary fuse and relay box.100 A5
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box
The fuse box is below and outermost ofthe steering column behind the accesscover.
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Protected ComponentRatingItem
Climate control.
Instrument cluster.
7.5 A213Steering column control module.Data link connector.
Extended power module (for restraints module andoccupant module).10 A214
Data link module.10 A215Data link connector.
Not used (spare).15 A116
Not used (spare).5 A217
Ignition switch.
5 A218Lock solenoid.Push button start.
Extended power module (for restraints module andoccupant module).7.5 A219
Auxiliary switches.7.5 A220
Humidity and in-car temperature sensor.5 A221
Not used (spare).5 A222
Inverter.10 A123Door lock switch.
Central locking system.20 A124
Driver door power window.30 A125
Not used (spare).30 A126
Not used (spare).30 A127
Branded audio amplifier.20 A128
Not used (spare).30 A129
Not used (spare).30 A130
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Dispose of used engine coolant in anappropriate manner. Follow yourcommunity's regulations and standardsfor recycling and disposing of automotivefluids.
Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•It may be necessary to increase thecoolant concentration above 50%.
•A coolant concentration of 60%provides improved freeze pointprotection. Coolant concentrationsabove 60% decrease the overheatprotection characteristics of thecoolant and may cause enginedamage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•You can decrease the coolantconcentration to 40%.
•Coolant concentrations below 40%decrease the freeze and corrosionprotection characteristics of thecoolant and may cause enginedamage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extremeclimates should use prediluted coolant foroptimum cooling system and engineprotection.
Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed inthe scheduled maintenance information,the coolant should be changed. Addprediluted coolant approved to the correctspecification. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 325).
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarilydrive your vehicle before any incrementalcomponent damage occurs. The fail-safedistance depends on ambienttemperature, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat,the coolant temperature gaugemoves toward the red zone:
A warning lamp illuminates anda message may appear in theinformation display.
If the engine reaches a presetover-temperature condition, the engineautomatically switches to alternatingcylinder operation. Each disabled cylinderacts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle stilloperates, however:
•Engine power is limited.
•The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the enginetemperature, causing the engine tocompletely shut down. Your steering andbraking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, youcan re-start the engine. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible to minimizeengine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNING: Fail-safe mode is foruse during emergencies only. Operateyour vehicle in fail-safe mode only aslong as necessary to bring your vehicleto rest in a safe location and seekimmediate repairs. When in fail-safemode, your vehicle will have limitedpower, will not be able to maintainhigh-speed operation, and maycompletely shut down without warning,potentially losing engine power, powersteering assist, and power brake assist,which may increase the possibility of acrash resulting in serious injury.
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1.Park your vehicle on a level surface.
2.Look at the brake fluid reservoir to seewhere the brake fluid level is relativeto the MIN and the MAX marks on thereservoir.
Note:If the brake fluid level is between theMIN and the MAX marks on the reservoir, itis acceptable.
Note:If the brake fluid level is below theMIN mark or above the MAX mark, haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Note:To avoid fluid contamination, thereservoir cap must remain in place and fullytight, unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets ourspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 325).
Brake Fluid Service Interval
Brake fluid absorbs water over time whichdegrades the effectiveness of the brakefluid. Change the brake fluid at thespecified intervals to prevent degradedbraking performance.
For detailed interval information, seeScheduled Maintenance in your Owner'sManual or your local maintenance guide.
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electricpower steering (EPS) system. There is nofluid reservoir to check or fill.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetimefuel filter that is integrated with the fueltank. Regular maintenance or replacementis not needed.
CHARGING THE 12V BATTERY
Battery Management System (If
Equipped)
The battery management system monitorsbattery conditions and takes actions toextend battery life. If excessive batterydrain is detected, the system maytemporarily disable certain electricalfeatures to protect the battery. Thoseelectrical accessories affected include therear defrost, heated/cooled seats, climatecontrol fan, heated steering wheel, audioand navigation system. A message may beshown in the information displays to alertthe driver that battery protection actionsare active. These messages are only fornotification that an action is taking place,and not intended to indicate an electricalproblem or that the battery requiresreplacement.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Notice to utility vehicle and truckowners
WARNING: Utility vehicles have asignificantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles.
WARNING: Vehicles with a highercenter of gravity (utility and four-wheeldrive vehicles) handle differently thanvehicles with a lower center of gravity(passenger cars). Avoid sharp turns,excessive speed and abrupt steering inthese vehicles. Failure to drive cautiouslyincreases the risk of losing control of yourvehicle, vehicle rollover, personal injuryand death.
WARNING: In a rollover crash, anunbelted person is significantly morelikely to die than a person wearing aseatbelt.
WARNING: Do not becomeoverconfident in the ability of four-wheeldrive vehicles. Although a four-wheeldrive vehicle may accelerate better thana two-wheel drive vehicle in low tractionsituations, it won't stop any faster thantwo-wheel drive vehicles. Always driveat a safe speed.
Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars in thevarious driving conditions that areencountered on streets, highways andoff-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are notdesigned for cornering at speeds as highas passenger cars any more than low-slungsports cars are designed to performsatisfactorily under off-road conditions.
Study your owner's manual and anysupplements for specific information aboutequipment features, instructions for safedriving and additional precautions toreduce the risk of an accident or seriousinjury.
Four-wheel drive system (If Equipped)
A vehicle equipped with four-wheel drive(when selected) has the ability to use allfour wheels to power itself. This increasestraction which could enable you to safelydrive over terrain and road conditions thata conventional two-wheel drive vehiclecannot.
On some four-wheel drive models, theinitial shift from two-wheel drive tofour-wheel drive while the vehicle ismoving can cause a momentary clunk andratcheting sound. These sounds are normalas the front drivetrain comes up to speedand are not cause for concern.
Note:In four-wheel drive vehicles, the sizeof the spare tire relative to the remainingtires can have an effect on the 4x4 system'sability to engage and disengage.
Operating 4WD Vehicles with aSpare tire or Mismatched Tires
On four-wheel drive vehicles, the size ofthe spare tire can affect the 4X4 system.If there is a significant difference betweenthe size of the spare tire and the remainingtires, the four-wheel drive functionality willbe limited.
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly, werecommend that you do not:
•Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) with 4WDmode turned on.
•Turn on a 4WD mode unless thevehicle is stationary.
•Use 4WD mode on dry pavement.
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Note:Uneven tread depthbetween the front and rear tirescould lead to degradation in 4WDengagement and disengagementperformance, additional noise fromthe 4WD system or damage.
Rotating your tires at therecommended interval (asindicated in the ScheduledMaintenance chapter) will helpyour tires wear more evenly,providing better tire performanceand longer tire life.
Rear-wheel drive vehicles andfour-wheel drive vehicles (fronttires at left of diagram)
Sometimes irregular tire wear canbe corrected by rotating the tires.
USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING: Do not exceed 30 mph(50 km/h). Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
WARNING: Do not use snow chainson snow-free roads.
WARNING: Only fit snow chains tospecified tires.
WARNING: If your vehicle is fittedwith wheel trims, remove them beforefitting snow chains.
WARNING: Snow tires must be thesame size, load index and speed ratingas those originally provided by Ford. Useof any tire or wheel not recommendedby Ford can affect the safety andperformance of your vehicle, which couldresult in an increased risk of loss ofcontrol, vehicle rollover, personal injuryand death. Additionally, the use ofnon-recommended tires and wheels cancause steering, suspension, axle, transfercase or power transfer unit failure.Follow the Ford recommended tireinflation pressure found on the SafetyCompliance Certification Label (on thedoor hinge pillar, door latch post or thedoor edge that meets the door latchpost, next to the driver seat), or TireLabel on the B-Pillar or the edge of thedriver door. Failure to follow the tirepressure recommendations can causeuneven treadwear patterns andadversely affect the way your vehiclehandles.
Note:The suspension insulation andbumpers help prevent vehicle damage. Donot remove these components from yourvehicle when using snow tires and chains.
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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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4WDSee: Four-Wheel Drive......................................165
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911 Assist...........................................................50
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A/CSee: Climate Control...........................................117About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes............................................................175ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.................................................................175Accessories...................................................408AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation............................................10ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............193Adjusting the Headlamps.........................278Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................72Airbag Disposal...............................................49Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control...........................................117Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............267AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................70Ambient Lighting............................................82Anti-Theft Alarm............................................70Appendices....................................................428Apps..................................................................392At a Glance........................................................18Audible Warnings and Indicators.............95Audio Control...................................................72Audio Input Jack...........................................353Audio System................................................343General Information.........................................343Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC3.......................................................................347Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC.........345
Audio Unit - Vehicles Without:SYNC.............................................................343Autolamps........................................................78Automatic Climate Control.......................118Automatic Crash Shutoff...........................241Automatic Crash ShutoffPrecautions......................................................241Re-Enabling Your Vehicle................................241What Is Automatic Crash Shutoff................241Automatic High Beam Control..................79Automatic Transmission.............................161Automatic Transmission FluidCheck.............................................................273Auto-Start-Stop...........................................148Autowipers........................................................75Auxiliary Power Points................................138Auxiliary Switches......................................409
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery......................275Battery ChargingSee: Charging the 12V Battery.......................274Blind Spot Information System.............206BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System.........206Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........264Booster Seats..................................................29Brake Fluid Check.........................................273Brakes................................................................175General Information...........................................175Breaking-In......................................................231Bulb Specification Chart...........................335
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Cabin Air Filter................................................122Canceling the Set Speed...........................184Capacities and Specifications................329Cargo Lamps....................................................82Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................285Catalytic Converter......................................158Center Console.............................................140Changing a Bulb...........................................279Changing a Fuse...........................................261
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Jump Starting the Vehicle........................236
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Keyless Starting............................................143Keys and Remote Controls.........................52
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Lane Keeping System.................................201Lighting Control...............................................77Lighting...............................................................77General Information.............................................77Load Carrying.................................................218Load Limit........................................................218Load Retaining Fixtures.............................222Locking and Unlocking................................64Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................313
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Maintenance.................................................263General Information.........................................263Manual Climate Control..............................117Manual Seats.................................................126Media Hub......................................................355Message CenterSee: Information Displays.................................96MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors................................83Mobile Communications Equipment........11Mobile Device Data.........................................17Motorcraft Parts...........................................326MyKey – Troubleshooting...........................62MyKey™.............................................................59Principle of Operation........................................59
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Navigation......................................................387Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........419
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Off-Road Driving..........................................232
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................268Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................266Opening and Closing the Hood..............264Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature......................................................247Overhead Console.......................................140
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Parking Aids...................................................186Principle of Operation......................................186Parking Brake..................................................176Passive Anti-Theft System.........................70Passive Key Backup Position.....................58PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................70Perchlorate........................................................10Personal Safety System™.........................40Phone...............................................................385Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................64Power Seats....................................................127Power Steering Fluid Check.....................274Power Windows..............................................83Pre-Collision Assist......................................213Protecting the Environment........................13PunctureSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................313
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Radio................................................................349Rear Axle..........................................................173Rear Occupant Alert System AudibleWarnings.......................................................133Rear Occupant Alert SystemIndicators......................................................133Rear Occupant Alert SystemLimitations....................................................132Rear Occupant Alert SystemPrecautions..................................................132Rear Occupant Alert System....................132Rear Parking Aid............................................187Rear Seat Armrest.........................................141Rear Seats.......................................................129Rear View Camera.......................................188
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