Ford 2009 Ranger manual

Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 12 W arning 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 26 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 32 Satellite radio information 37 Climate Controls 41 Heater only 41 Manual heating and air conditioning 42 Lights 44 [...]

Seating and Safety Restraints 70 Seating 70 Safety restraints 74 Airbags 88 Child restraints 98 Tires, Wheels and Loading 1 16 T ire information 118 T ire inflation 121 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 133 V ehicle loading 137 T railer towing 143 Recreational towing 152 Driving 154 Starting 154 Brakes 159 T ransmission operation 163 Roadside[...]

Maintenance and Specifications 224 Engine compartment 226 Engine oil 229 Battery 234 Engine coolant 236 Fuel information 241 Air filter(s) 257 Part numbers 258 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 259 Engine data 263 Accessories 267 Index 269 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopyin[...]

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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION W arning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed. W arning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, i[...]

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material – Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www .dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Y our vehicle does not need an exten[...]

Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and ser[...]

T o access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful[...]

Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However , drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency [...]

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. V ehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’ s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat T ether Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System[...]

V ehicle Symbol Glossary Power W indows Front/Rear Power W indow Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant T emperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery A void Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan W arning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Flu[...]

W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES W arning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’ s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains [...]

Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the service engine soon warning light to come on. It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed or properly re-installed fuel filler cap depending on driving and fuel tank level conditions.[...]

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder 威 chime will also sound to remind you[...]

W ARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Fog lamps: Illuminates when the fog lamps are turned on. Refer to Fog lamp control in the Lights chapter . Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty . Refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter . Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignitio[...]

Speed control (if equipped): Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. T urns off when the speed control system is disengaged. T urn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster , check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headl[...]

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine a[...]

T achometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the on position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on[...]

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo (if equipped) W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’ s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell [...]

3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 4. Memory preset buttons: T o set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 5. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels. 6. T one: Press TONE until the desired level — Bass, T re[...]

AM/FM stereo single CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible system (if equipped) W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’ s primary responsibility is the safe operation of t[...]

3. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 4. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to scroll through the following modes and use MENU to make an adjustment in those modes. SA TELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU repeatedly when satellite radio mode is active until SA T MENU is displayed. Press SEEK or prese[...]

• DELETE SONG: Press SEEK or preset #6 to delete a song from the system’ s memory . Press MENU to cycle through the saved songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press SEEK or preset #6. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press SEEK or preset #6 again and the display will read SONG DELETED. [...]

Next/previous directory: In MP3 mode, press MENU to go to the previous/next directory . Flat file/directory mode: In MP3 mode, use MENU to select flat file mode or directory mode. Normal / T rack title / File name: Use / to scroll through MP3 display options (track #, normal music name or file name). 5. TUNE: Press to manually go down/up ( / ) the [...]

11. SEEK/TRACK: Press to access the previous/next ( / ) strong station. In CD/MP3 mode, press to advance to the previous/next ( / ) track. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. In CA TEGOR Y MODE, press SEEK to select a channel within that category . Press and hold SEEK to fast seek through the prev[...]

15. ON/OFF/V olume: Press to turn on/off. T urn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a CD is already present in the system, the disc wil[...]

W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’ s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to[...]

7. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to cycle through the following modes and use / to make adjustment in those modes. SA TELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press SEEK to enter into the satellite radio menu. Press / to cycle through the following options: • CA TEGOR Y : Press SEEK or preset #6 to[...]

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press SEEK or preset #6 to delete all songs from the system’ s memory . The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press SEEK or preset #6 to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. • ENABLE ALER TS / DISABLE ALER TS: [...]

8. TUNE/DISC: Press to manually go down/up ( / ) the radio frequency , or to access another CD. Also use in menu mode to select various settings. In CA TEGOR Y ALL, press / to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.). Refer to Category under Menu for further information. 9. SHUFF (Shuffle): Press to pla[...]

15. SEEK/TRACK: In radio, CD and MP3 flat file mode, press / to access the previous/next strong station or track. In MP3 directory mode, press to select the next/previous track in the current directory . In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. In CA TEGOR Y MODE, press SEEK to select a channel within [...]

18. LOAD: Press to load a CD. T o load a CD disc to a specific slot, press LOAD and select the slot number by pressing the memory preset buttons. Press and hold LOAD to autoload up to six discs. 19. CD slot: Insert a CD, label side up. Auxiliary input jack (Line in)-(if equipped) W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle cont[...]

4. T urn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level. 5. T urn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume. 6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE IN appears in the display . Y ou should hear audio from your portable music [...]

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and T elecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect ra[...]

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only . Due to technical incompatibility , certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached. CDs with homemade paper (ad[...]

T o change directories (folders), press MENU and then press / to select the desired directory (folder). Changing between flat file mode and directory mode Y our radio MP3 system will default to directory mode when an MP3 disc is first inserted. When the MP3 system is in directory mode, the DIR icon will be illuminated on the radio display . • T o[...]

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension will be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 d[...]

• T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower , a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute. Unlike AM/FM audible st[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel. No action required. This message should disappear shortly . SA T F AUL T Internal module or system failure present. If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiv[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Song title information not available. Song title information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . NO SIGNAL Loss of sign[...]

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. T emperature 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. : Distributes outs[...]

T o 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. T o increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instru[...]

Operating tips • T o reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather , place the air flow selector in the position. • T o reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position. • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle [...]

HEADLAMP CONTROL T urns the lamps off. T urns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. T urns the low beam headlamps on. Fog lamp control (if equipped) The fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is in the or position and the high beams are not turned on. Pull the headlamp control towards you to[...]

Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) The daytime running light system turns the headlamps on, with a reduced light output. T o activate: • the ignition must be in the on position and • the headlamp system is in the off position or parking lamp position. W ARNING:[...]

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset. This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are p[...]

3. T urn on the low beam headlamps and open the hood. 4. Locate the high intensity area of the beam pattern and place the top edge of the intensity zone even with the horizontal reference line (4). If the top edge of the high intensity area is not even with the horizontal line, follow the next step to adjust it. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster for [...]

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. INTERIOR LAMPS Courtesy/reading lamps (if equipped) The courtesy lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on. • the remote entry controls are pressed an[...]

Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water leak) are: • W ater puddle inside the lamp • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens T ake your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are s[...]

Replacing headlamp bulbs/front park bulbs/turn signal bulbs T o remove the bulb(s): 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood. 2. At the back of the headlamp, pry up the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bul[...]

Replacing front sidemarker bulbs 1. T urn the headlamp switch to the off position and then open the hood. 2. At the back of the headlamp, pry up the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward. 3. Remove bolt(s) from lamp assembly and disengage lamp assembly (it has a snap fit). 4. Rotate bulb socke[...]

Replacing tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and the open the tailgate to expose the lamp assemblies. 2. Remove the four screws and the lamp assembly from vehicle. 3. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise turn and remove from lamp assembly . 4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Instal[...]

Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and remove the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning counterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector . Install the new bulb in reverse order . Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulb 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and remo[...]

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER W indshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers (from desired interval to low or high speed position); rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. W indshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. ?[...]

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) T o adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location. 3. Release the steering wheel release control. This will lock the steering wheel in position. W ARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the v[...]

The auxiliary power points are located on the instrument panel. Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped). T o prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W . If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer [...]

W ARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and pull the window switches to open and close windows. • Push down (to the first detent) and hold the switch to open. • Pull up and hold the switch to close. One t[...]

T o adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror . 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror . 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving throug[...]

3. Press the SET + control and release it. 4. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. Note: • V ehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to reduce [...]

Increasing speed while using speed control There are three ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET + control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. • Press and release the SET + control to operate the T ap-Up function. Each tap will increase the set speed by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Use the accelerator pedal to [...]

BEDRAILS (IF EQUIPPED) • This bedrail is for appearance use only . W ARNING: T o help prevent injury , do not use bedrail to retain cargo. • Retain cargo with the pickup tiedown hooks. BED EXTENDER (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a bed extender designed to extend the pickup box for larger loads. T o extend the bed extender: 1. [...]

Activating bed extender Theft Deterrent Device: The following procedure can be done with the bed extender in the stowed or extended position. 1. Locate the Phillips head screw in the middle of the vertical brace in front of the locking clip. 2. T urn the screw counterclockwise until you hear an audible click. 3. T o deactivate, turn the screw clock[...]

KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. Y ou should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency . If your vehicle is equipped with the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft system, your keys are coded to your vehicle; using a non-coded key will not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your deal[...]

Y our vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to: • unlock the vehicle doors without a key . • lock all the vehicle doors without a key . • activate the personal alarm. If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to your authorized dealer in order to aid [...]

Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off position. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. T o replace the battery: 1. T wist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT T AKE THE RUBBER COVE[...]

How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters Y ou must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. Note: Ensure the brake pedal is not depressed during this sequence. T o reprogram the remote entry transmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3[...]

The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps after several minutes if they are left on accidentally . SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization s[...]

Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster . V ehicles equipped with the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft system behave as follows: • When the ignition is in the off position, the indicator will flash once every two seconds for a total of 10 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock™ system is functioning as a t[...]

1. Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 2. T urn the ignition from the 3 (off) position to the 4 (on) position. Keep the ignition in the 4 (on) position for at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. T urn the ignition to the 3 (off) position, and remove the coded key from the ignition. 4. After three seconds but wi[...]

SEATING W ARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’ s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. W ARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position[...]

Adjusting the front manual seat W ARNING: Never adjust the driver’ s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. W ARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. W ARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion an[...]

Pull lever located at the side of the seat cushion up to adjust seatback. 60/40 seat (if equipped) T o gain access to the storage compartment in your armrest (if equipped), lift the latch to open lid. The 60/40 seat cupholder (if equipped) is detachable for cleaning. • Firmly grasp the bottom of the cup holder and pull up. T o re-attach: • Slid[...]

Passenger side rear access Pull up on the recliner handle. The seat will lean forward. Lift the release bar to move the seat forward to access the rear area of the cab. T o return seat to original position, slide the seat bottom back, then push the seatback up to lock it in place. The seat will lock, and you will have to use the release bar to move[...]

W ARNING: Booster seats must be installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap/shoulder belt. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System 姞 The Personal Safety System 威 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuri[...]

the system. Rather , it means the Personal Safety System 威 determined the accident conditions (crash severity , belt usage, etc.) were not appropriate to activate these safety devices. Front airbags and pretensioners are designed to activate only in frontal and near -frontal collisions, not rollovers, side-impacts, or rear -impacts unless the col[...]

W ARNING: Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear -facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. W ARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restr[...]

Determining if the Personal Safety System 姞 is operational The Personal Safety System 威 uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the W arning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System 威 is not require[...]

W ARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using[...]

2. T o unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat and rear center facing jump seat lap belts (if equipped) The lap belt does not adjust automatically . W ARNING: The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. Insert the tongue into [...]

Energy management feature • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. • This energy management system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner . This feat[...]

How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the a[...]

W ARNING: BEL T AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBL Y MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer . W ARNING: Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. Safety belt pr[...]

• 2–door SuperCab T o lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster down. T o raise the height of the shoulder belt, push the button and slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place. W ARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests acr[...]

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’ s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding.[...]

If... Then... The driver’ s and front passenger’ s safety belts are buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position or less than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... The Belt-Minder 威 feature will not activate. The driver’ s or front passenger’ s safety belt is not buckled when the ve[...]

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider ... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day . The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare” events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our [...]

W ARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder 威 chime. T o do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’ s air bag system. One-time disable If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbuckles the safety belt for that seating position, the Be[...]

1. T urn the ignition switch to the on position. DO NOT ST ART THE ENGINE. 2. W ait until the safety belt warning light turns off (Approximately one minute). • Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off. 3. For the seating position being disabled, at a moderate speed, buckle then unbuckle the safety b[...]

safety belts in impacts for which the airbags are designed to deploy , and airbags do not offer any protection in crashes for which they do not deploy . The airbag supplemental restraint system consists of: • driver and passenger dual stage airbag modules (which include the inflators and airbags). • one or more impact and safing sensors. • th[...]

W ARNING: National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches) between an occupant’ s chest and the driver air bag module. W ARNING: Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Steps you can take to properl[...]

Children and airbags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. W ARNING: Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat. W ARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear -facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-fac[...]

W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of injury , make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. Children and airbags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properly restrained. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a coll[...]

The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag. Small amo[...]

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses readiness lights in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Airbag readiness in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readin[...]

The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor V ehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208 and is designed to turn off the front passenger’ s frontal air bag if: • the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or has small/medium objects in the front seat, • the system determines that a small child is p[...]

The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the right front passenger’ s frontal air bag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed the air bag to be enabled, the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit to remind you[...]

W ARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor . In case there is a problem with the pass[...]

W ARNING: Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructio[...]

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommended restraint type Infants or tod- dlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally age four or younger) Use a child safety seat (sometimes called an infant car - rier , convertible seat, or toddler seat). Small children Children who have outgrown [...]

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Restraint T ype Child W eight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) LA TCH (lower anchors only) Safety belt and top tether anchor Safety belt and LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) Safety belt only Rear facing [...]

W ARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’ s size, height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’ s instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the ins[...]

T ransporting children Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their age, height and weight. All children are shaped differently . The child height, age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law . The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provi[...]

When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) section in this chapter . • Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’ s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly , the child may [...]

• Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place vehicle seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to step 5 below . W ARNING: Depending on where you secure a child[...]

2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the b[...]

5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard. 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. T ry to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the ret[...]

10. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. T o check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward. There should be no more than one inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking with a NHT[...]

Attaching child safety seats with LA TCH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) attachments The LA TCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points: two (2) lower anchors located where the vehicle seat back and seat cushion meet (called the “seat bight”) and one (1) top tether anchor located behind that seating position. Y our vehicle i[...]

• 60/40 seats Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor . Once the child safety seat has been installed using the safety belt, you can attach the top tether strap. Perform the following steps to install a child safety se[...]

The tether anchor is located on the rear lower portion of the passenger seat. 3. Clip the tether strap to the anchor . If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints 110[...]

Center seating location When installing a child safety seat in the front center position, route the tether strap over the center arm rest and clip it to the center anchor . If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 4. T ighten the child safety seat tether strap accor[...]

Although the lap/shoulder belt will provide some protection, children who have outgrown a typical child seat are still too small for lap/shoulder belts to fit properly , and wearing an improperly fitted vehicle safety belt could increase the risk of serious injury in a crash. T o improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who hav[...]

T ypes of booster seats There are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backless and high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap/shoulder belt. • Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield. If a vehicle seating position has a low seat back or no head [...]

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder . The drawings below compare the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to [...]

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. W ARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’ s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper[...]

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to per[...]

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as necessary . Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedures can be found in the Driving chapter . Information on transfer case maintenance can be found in the Maintenance and Specifications ch[...]

• Narrower — to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use. As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV’ s and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in center of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. These differences that make your vehicle so versa[...]

T readwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon t[...]

TIRES T ires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service, but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them. Glossary of tire terminology • T ire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry . • T ire Identification [...]

INFLATING Y OUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required. At least o[...]

The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or T ire Label. When weather temperature changes occur , tire inflation pressures also change. A 10°F (6°C) temperature drop can cause a corresponding drop of 1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure. Check your tire pressur[...]

TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as stones, nails or glass that may be wedged in the tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking, cuts, bruises and oth[...]

W ARNING: Age T ires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather , storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed, inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives. In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear . However , heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loadi[...]

W ARNING: Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size, load index, speed rating and type (such as P-metric versus L T -metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the T ire Label which is locate[...]

It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be replaced as a pair . The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your T ire Pressure Moni[...]

Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may be out of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically . Wheel misalignment in t[...]

Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Y our vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire/wheel. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that is different in brand, s[...]

4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter . 6. 95: Indicates the tire’ s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry . Y ou may find this information in your Owner[...]

8. U.S. DOT T ire Identification Number (TIN): This begins with the letters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For exa[...]

13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tire manufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer’ s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or T ir[...]

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example. T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. T: Ind[...]

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard[...]

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. W ARNING: The T ire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically ([...]

When your temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. T o restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, have th[...]

Low T ire Pressure W arning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing W arning Light Spare tire in use Y our temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to restore system functionality . For a description of how the system func- tions under these conditions, refer to When your temporary [...]

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS W ARNING: Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components. W ARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel n[...]

your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle’ s weight ratings, with or without a trailer , from the vehicle’ s T ire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label: Base Curb W eight – is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passeng[...]

Example only: Cargo W eight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GA W (Gross Axle W eight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2009 R[...]

GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door . The total load on each axle must never exceed its GA WR. Note: For trailer towing information r[...]

W ARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury . GCW (Gross Combined W eight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus th[...]

W ARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’ s GVWR and GA WR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GA WR limitations. W ARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in [...]

• A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and luggage capacity . Y ou and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (4[...]

Y our vehicle’ s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle. T owing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’ s engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation. 4x2 w/manual tran[...]

4x4 w/manual transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) Maximum trailer weight - lb (kg) Maximum frontal area of trailer - ft 2 (m 2 ) Regular Cab w/6’ box 4.0L All 7000 (3175) 3280 (1487) 50 (4.64) Regular Cab w/7’ box 4.0L All 7000 (3175) 3240 (1469) 50 (4.64) SuperCab 4.0L All 7000 (3175) 3140 (1424) 50 (4.64) For high altitu[...]

4x2 w/automatic transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) Maximum trailer weight - lb (kg) Maximum frontal area of trailer - ft 2 (m 2 ) Regular Cab w/6’ box 2.3L All 5500 (2495) 2240 (1016) Equal to frontal area of vehicle 2.3L Sport ALL 5500 (2495) 1960 (889) Equal to frontal area of vehicle Regular Cab w/7’ box 2.3L All 5500[...]

4x4 w/automatic transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) Maximum trailer weight - lb (kg) Maximum frontal area of trailer - ft 2 (m 2 ) Regular Cab w/6’ box 4.0L All 9500 (4309) 5740 (2603) 50 (4.64) Regular Cab w/7’ box 4.0L All 9500 (4309) 5680 (2576) 50 (4.64) SuperCab 4.0L All 9500 (4309) 5600 (2540) 50 (4.64) For high alt[...]

Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer or a reliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance. Hitches For towing trailers up to 2,000 lb (907 kg), use a weight carrying hitch and ball which uniformly distributes the tra[...]

T railer lamps T railer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. Contact your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. Using a step bumper (if equipped) The optional step bumper is equipped [...]

Refer to the following chart for information regarding the factory-equipped trailer tow connector: T railer tow connector Color Function Comment 1. Dark Green T railer right-hand turn signal Circuit activated when brake pedal is depressed or when ignition is on and right-hand turn signal is applied. 2. Y ellow T railer left-hand turn signal Circuit[...]

Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for more information. T railer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning[...]

Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to the components. • affecting driveability , emissions and reliability . Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water . Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repa[...]

In addition, it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided by the aftermarket manufacturer of the towing equipment, if provided. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter . 2WD vehicles with automatic transmissions: Do not tow your vehicle with any wheels on the gro[...]

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Accessory — allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 2. Lock — locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, you must depress the ignition release lever to rele[...]

W ARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. W ARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately [...]

If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: 1. Make sure the parking brake is set. 2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor . 3. T urn the key to 4 (on) without turning the key to 5 (start). If there is difficulty in turning the key , firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns freely . This condition may occur when: • [...]

1. T urn 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 T urn the key to 5 (start), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excess[...]

W ARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury . W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Prior to using the engine block heater , follow these recommendations for proper and safe op[...]

• Finally , have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune-up to be sure it’ s in good working order . How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. T o clean them, use a dry cloth. Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine block heater will use .4 t[...]

has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer . The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brake applications and compensates for this tendency . The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied. The accompanying illus[...]

Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. T o set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned on) until the parking brake is released. W ARNING: Always set the parking brake f[...]

STEERING T o help prevent damage to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering fluid level (below the MIN mark on the reservoir). • Some noise is normal during operation[...]

W ARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Utility vehicles and trucks have larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car . W ARNING: V ehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and t[...]

In an emergency , to disable the malfunctioning brake-shift interlock feature in order to shift the vehicle from P(Park) follow these steps: W ARNING: T o prevent vehicle movement when following this procedure, park on a level surface, ensure parking brake is set, and block the rear wheels. 1. Apply the parking brake. T urn key to the 2 (lock) and [...]

Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive T ransmission Shift Strategy . Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality . When the vehicle’ s battery has been disconnected for any type of service or repair , the transmission will need to relearn the[...]

D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy . T ransmission operates in gears one through five. D (Drive) without Overdrive D (Drive) with Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever . • This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive. ?[...]

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. T o start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor , then put the gearshift lever in the neutral posi[...]

Recommended shift speeds Upshift and downshift according to the following charts: Upshifts when accelerating (for best fuel economy) Shift from: T ransfer case position (if equipped) 2H or 4H 4L 1 - 2 10 mph (14 km/h) 4 mph (5 km/h) 2 - 3 22 mph (32 km/h) 9 mph (11 km/h) 3 - 4 33 mph (50 km/h) 13 mph (19 km/h) 4 - 5 (Overdrive) 41 mph (71 km/h) 17 [...]

2. Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R (Reverse). • The gearshift lever can only be moved into R (Reverse) by moving it from left of 3 (Third) and 4 (Fourth) before shifting into R (Reverse). This is a lockout feature that protects the transmission from accidentally being shift[...]

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur , or the engine may overheat. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) W ARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter . Four–wheel drive (4WD) supplies po[...]

4H (4WD High) - Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roads or in off-road situations. Not intended for use on dry pavement. 4L (4WD Low) - Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels. Intended only for off-road applications such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. 4L (4WD Low) will not engage while the [...]

Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. Y ou should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving. Map out your route before driving in the area. T o maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not [...]

If your vehicle gets stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear . Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur . [...]

4WD Systems 4WD (when you select a 4WD mode) uses all four wheels to power the vehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case. On 4WD vehicles, the transfer case allows you to select 4WD when nec[...]

Once through water , always try the brakes. W et brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in mud. Even 4WD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud[...]

When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling. If you do stall out, do not try to turn around because you might roll over . It is better to back down to a safe location. Apply just e[...]

Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle. Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control. A void sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice.[...]

Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty , increase your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety . Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off-road usage. DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving[...]

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the coverage period listed on the Roadsi[...]

Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide for information on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic W arr[...]

HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher is located on the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in the ignition. Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash. Press the flasher control again to turn them off. Us[...]

The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on the right side of the passenger footwell, behind the fuse panel door . T o reset the switch: 1. T urn the ignition off. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button. 4. T urn the ignition on. 5. W ait a few seconds and return the key t[...]

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A T an T an — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Y ellow Y ellow Y ellow Blu[...]

The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 5A Instrument panel dimmer switch 2 10A T railer tow park lamps 3 10A Right low beam headlamp 4 10A Left low beam headlamp 5 5A W indshield wiper module (RUN/ACCY) 6 10A Radio (RUN/ACCY), Door switch illumination 7 — Not used 8 10A R[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 10 10A Cluster (RUN/ST ART), 4x4 module (RUN/ST ART) 11 10A Smart Junction Box (SJB) (Logic power) 12 15A Audiophile subwoofer amplifier , Satellite radio 13 15A Horn, Interior lamps 14 15A High beam headlamp, High beam indicator (cluster) 15 — Not used 16 30A cartri[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 31 20A Front park lamps, Rear park lamps, License plate lamps, Dimmer switch, T railer tow park lamps 32 5A Brake switch (logic), Brake-shift interlock 33 5A Instrument cluster battery feed (B+) 34 20A Power point 35 15A Power locks Power distribution box The power dis[...]

2.3L engine (if equipped) The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 1 40A** Interior fuse panel (SJB) 2 — Not used 3 40A** Interior fuse panel (SJB) 4 — Not used 5 50A** Interior fuse panel (SJB) 6 — Not used 7 30A** Starter solenoid 8 — Not used 9 40A** Ignition swit[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 15 — Not used 16 — Not used 17 40A** Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module 18 — Not used 19 20A** Engine fan 20 — Not used 21 10A* PCM keep alive power , Canister purge valve solenoid 22 — Not used 23 30A* Fuel pump motor , Fuel injectors 24 — Not used 25 10A* A/C clut[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 43 20A* Engine fan relay coil, A/C relay coil, IAC, Mass air flow sensor , Heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor , Catalyst module sensor , V apor management valve solenoid 44 15A* Ignition coil, Capacitor 45A — Not used 45B — Not used 46A — Fuel pump relay , Fuel injectors rel[...]

4.0L engines (if equipped) The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 40A** Interior fuse panel (SJB) 2 — Not used 3 40A** Interior fuse panel (SJB) 4 — Not used 5 50A** Interior fuse panel (SJB) 6 — Not used 7 30A** Starter solenoid 8 — Not used 9 40A** Ignition switch 10 — Not u[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 16 — Not used 17 40A** Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module 18 — Not used 19 — Not used 20 — Not used 21 10A* PCM keep alive power , Canister purge valve solenoid 22 — Not used 23 30A* Fuel pump motor , Fuel injectors 24 — Not used 25 10A* A/C clutch solenoid 26 — Not used 27 20A* [...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 43 20A* A/C relay coil, IAC, Mass air flow sensor , Heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor , Catalyst module sensor , V apor management valve solenoid, EGR solenoid, Heated PCV 44 15A* Ignition coil, Capacitor 45A — Not used 45B — Not used 46A — A/C clutch solenoid 46B — Not used 47 — PCM r[...]

W ARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your T ire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used. W ARNING: Refer to T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function. Dissimilar spare tire/wheel infor[...]

Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • W inter weather driving capability • W et weather driving capability 3. Full-size dissimilar spare without labe[...]

Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission). 2. Set the parking brake and turn engine OFF . Location of the spare tire and tools Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will illuminate[...]

Removing the spare tire 1. Assemble the jack handle to the lug wrench as shown in the illustrations. When connecting the jack handle, assemble the following: • one handle extension and one typical extension. T o assemble, slide parts together . T o disconnect, depress button and pull apart. • one wheel nut wrench. Depress button and slide toget[...]

3. Insert the square end of the jack handle into the rear access hole located just above the rear bumper and below the tailgate. Forward motion will stop and resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged. 4. T urn the handle counterclockwise until tire is lowered to the ground and the cable is slightly slack. 5. W ith the spare tire on t[...]

W ARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. W ARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 1. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 2. Insert tape[...]

• Rear W ARNING: T o lessen the risk of personal injury , do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. • Never use the differential as a jacking point. 5. Remove the wheel lug nuts with the lug wrench. 6. Replace [...]

Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire. 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up. 2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the wire and retainer through the center of the wheel. 3. T urn the jack handle clockwise un[...]

W ARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of the[...]

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy . As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning proce[...]

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery . 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery . + – + – + – + – 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 203[...]

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’ s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. W ARNING: Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal [...]

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery . 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’ s batter[...]

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’ s battery . 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’ s battery . After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle c[...]

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider . It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a sl[...]

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly , vehicle damage may occur . Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle ([...]

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED W arranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer . While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Please note that certai[...]

In Canada: Mailing address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www .ford.ca Mailing address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-[...]

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law , before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights[...]

procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program. The BBB AUTO LINE program consists of two parts – mediation and arbitration. During mediation, a representative of the BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor Company to explore options for settlement of the c[...]

The CAMV AP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings. In the CAMV AP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conduct h[...]

If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti-knock index lower than is recommended for your vehicle, contact a regional office or owner relations/customer relationship office. The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knock[...]

Obtaining a French owner ’ s guide French Owner’ s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to: Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited Service Publications CHQ202 The Canadian Road P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, ON, Canada L6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cau[...]

W ASHING THE EXTERIOR W ash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer . • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Neve[...]

Exterior chrome • W ash the vehicle first, using cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3-A). • Use Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15), available from your authorized dealer . Apply the product as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; allow the cleaner to dry for a few[...]

ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish. In order to maintain their shine: • Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and T ire Cleaner (ZC-37-A), which is available from your authorized dealer . Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge. Rinse thoroughl[...]

2.3L I4 ENGINE 4.0L SOHC V6 ENGINE PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer . • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and T ar Remover (ZC-42). • For plastic hea[...]

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be cleaned regularly . If the wipers do not wipe properly , substances on the vehicle’ s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellent coatings, tree sap, or other organic con[...]

• Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish of the instrument panel, interior trim and cluster lens. W ARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on th[...]

• For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution. In Canada, use Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (CXC-93). Dry the area with a soft cloth. • If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution, the leather may be cleaned using[...]

Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (Canada only) (CXC-66-A) Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-101) Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100) Motorcraft Premium Liquid W ax (ZC-53-A) Motorcraft Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate (U.S. only) (ZC-32-A) Motorcraft [...]

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS T o help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your W arranty Guide/Customer Information Guide to find out which parts and servi[...]

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 pedal, place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 2. Block the wheels. W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or persona[...]

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.3L I4 engine 1. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. T ransmission 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. P[...]

4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. W indshield 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 [...]

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID • 2.3L engine • 4.0L engine Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir completely . Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause [...]

W ARNING: If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident. Note: Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir . W asher [...]

4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. • 2.3L I4 engine • 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 6. W ipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully , then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the two holes or between the MIN and MAX marks (depending on application), the oi[...]

• 2.3L I4 engine • 4.0L SOHC V6 engine • Oil levels above the upper hole or MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer . 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 231[...]

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter . 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity . Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil l[...]

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty . Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are design[...]

that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application. BATTERY Y our vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not requi[...]

W ARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery , excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery . Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. W ARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries conta[...]

transmission may shift firmly . This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and the preset radio stati[...]

• 2.3L engine • 4.0L engine 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 237[...]

When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir . • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the “COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to [...]

• Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D, or DEX-COOL 威 brand with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any orange-colored extended life product such as DEX-COOL 威 brand with your factory fil[...]

4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap. 5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture (see above), to within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level on the reservoir . If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill [...]

• NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protec[...]

W ARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. W ARNING: If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the [...]

• Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel is splashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water . Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other f[...]

• Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. Fuel Filler Cap When fueling your vehicle: 1. T urn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off. 3. Carefully hang the cap from the tether . [...]

W ARNING: If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in personal injury . Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10% ethanol. Do not use fuel ethanol (E85), diesel, me[...]

Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly . However , if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage. Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems, try a differen[...]

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Y our best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver . Y ou must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy . W e do not recommend taking fuel econ[...]

Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading (in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in gallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odomet[...]

• Y ou may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy . • W arming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy . • Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fue[...]

EP A fuel economy estimates Every new vehicle should have a window sticker containing EP A fuel economy estimates. Contact your authorized dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EP A fuel economy estimates should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. Y our fuel economy may vary depending up[...]

W ARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law , vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentional[...]

If the service engine soon indicator remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity . Although some malfunctions detected by the OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent, continued driving with the service engine soon indicator on can result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy , reduced engine and transmissio[...]

POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for more information. • 2.3L I4 engine • 4.0L V6 engine 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. Whi[...]

BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear , and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the “MIN” and “MAX” lines 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 the system could be comp[...]

T RANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for scheduled check and change intervals. • T ransmission does not consume fluid. • Check fluid when transmission is not operating properly or if you see a leak. • Fluid level must be checked at normal operating temperature, 20 miles (30 k[...]

Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at or below the bottom of the dipstick. High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may cause overheating, shift and/or engagement concerns and internal transmission damage. If an overfill condition occurs, excess fluid should be removed by an authorized dealer . Checking and add[...]

Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter . T RANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Add only enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of th[...]

W ARNING: T o 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. Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct ai[...]

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford specification Brake fluid and (clutch fluid–if equipped) Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir and to the line or step on clutch fluid reservoir Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A o[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford specification Engine coolant (2.3L engine with manual transmission) 10.5 quarts (10.0L) Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant with bittering agent (yellow-colored) 1 VC-7-B / WSS-M97B51-A1 Engine coolant (2.3L engine with automatic transmission) 10.2 quarts (9.7L) Engine coolant (4[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford specification Automatic transmission fluid (4x2 vehicles with 2.3L engine) 9.9 quarts (9.4L) 3 Motorcraft MERCON 威 VA T F 4 XT -5-QM / MERCON 威 V Automatic transmission fluid (4x2 vehicles with 4.0L engine) 10.0 quarts (9.5L) 3 Automatic transmission fluid (4x4 vehicles with 4.0[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford specification W indshield washer fluid 2.75 quarts (2.6L) Motorcraft Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate ZC-32-A / WSB-M8B16-A2 Fuel tank–Regular cab (Short wheel base) 17 gallons (64.4L) —— Fuel tank–Regular cab (Long wheel base) 20.3 gallons (76.8L) —— Fuel tank–[...]

ENGINE DATA Engine 2.3L I4 engine 4.0L V6 engine Cubic inches 138 245 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 Ignition system EDIS EDIS Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch (1.25–1.35 mm) 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42 mm) Compression ratio 9.7:1 9.7:1 Engine drivebelt routing • 2.3L I4 Engine with A/C • 2.3L I4 Engin[...]

• 4.0L V6 Engine with A/C • 4.0L V6 Engine without A/C 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 264[...]

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structur[...]

The V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. W orld manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 3. V ehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number T RANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS Y ou [...]

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer . These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your veh[...]

Lifestyle Ash cup / smoker’ s package Bedliners and bedmats Cargo organization and management T railer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories T ripT unes™ Advanced portable audio connection Peace of mind Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication system Remote start V ehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the[...]

A ABS (see Brakes) ..................... 159 Air cleaner filter ............... 257–258 Airbag supplemental restraint system .................................... 88–89 and child safety seats ........ 91–92 description ................................ 89 disposal ...................................... 94 driver airbag ........................8[...]

wheels ...................................... 218 wiper blades ............................ 220 Clock adjust AM/FM ....................................... 20 AM/FM stereo CD ..................... 21 Premium AM/FM stereo CD6/MP3 ................................... 27 Clutch fluid .......................................... 254 operation while driving[...]

preparing to drive your vehicle ..................................... 162 Fuel ............................................ 241 calculating fuel economy ....... 247 cap ........................................... 244 capacity ................................... 259 choosing the right fuel ........... 245 comparisons with EP A fuel economy estimates[...]

headlamps, flash to pass .......... 45 instrument panel, dimming ..... 45 interior lamps ..................... 48–49 replacing bulbs .........................50 LA TCH anchors ......................... 108 Lights, warning and indicator .... 12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) .......... 160 Limited-slip axle ....................... 162 Load limits ........[...]

S Safety Belt Maintenance .......... 115 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ............ 74, 77–78, 80–82 Safety defects, reporting .......... 215 Safety restraints ............. 74, 77–78, 80–82 Belt-Minder 威 ............................. 84 extension assembly ..................83 for adults ....................... 78, 80–81 for chil[...]

T ransmission automatic operation ............... 163 brake-shift interlock (BSI) .... 163 fluid, checking and adding (manual) ................................. 256 fluid, refill capacities .............. 259 lubricant specifications ..........259 manual operation .................... 167 T urn signal .................................. 48 V V ehicl[...]