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Ford 2009 Expedition Automobile User Manual

1. PLASTIC NON PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your authorized dealer e For routine cleaning use Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A e f tar or grease spots are present use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 e For plastic headlamp lenses use Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 219 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning 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 contamination these contaminants may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades and streaking and smearing of the windshield To clean these items follow these tips e The windshield rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 available from your authorized dealer e The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A available from your authorized dealer This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax
2. sss 20 AM FM stereo CD 21 Premium AM FM stereo CD6 MP3 eee 27 Snowplowing eeeeeeee 8 Spark plugs specifications 258 263 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Special notice ambulance conversions 8 utility type vehicles 8 Specification chart lubricants sseseeee 259 Speed control sssss 58 Starting your vehicle 154 156 Jump starting Leere rtt 201 Steering wheel HUNE RE 55 T Tilt steering wheel 55 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Roadside Emergencies 192 Tires Wheels and Loading 133 Tires ssssessss 118 120 192 alignment essere 127 CALE M 123 Changing 2ueessietiee 192 197 checking the pressure 123 INANE 12e eere nees 121 IE o E mU S 132 Teplaclng eisicss caascesecca dsseaqetecssoors 124 YOUAUING icis aeree Rees 127 safety practices 126 sidewall information 128 snow tires and chains 137 Spare Ure haeres 193 terminology sessesss 120 tire grades iu assesses 119 Lreadwear ascen 119 123 MOWING iei enc trece ene 143 recreational towing 152 trailer towing 143 WYECKED 2 odi reeeeettes 207 Transfer case fluid checkmg 42 257 273 Index Tran
3. 0 32 jNetused 34 jNetued 35 jNetusd 36 Noted 37 jNetused 0 40 jNetused 191 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Protected Circuits Location Rating 43 20A A C relay coil IAC Mass air flow sensor Heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor Catalyst module sensor Vapor management valve solenoid EGR solenoid Heated PCV 45A Netued 45B Netued 46A AC clutch solenoid e 40B Notued 1 oa PCMreay 48A Fuelpump relay Fuel injectors relay 48B Fog lamprelay Cd 51 Neued 52 Netued 53 Neued sd 54 Noted J 55 j Blowerreay 56 Starter relay ooo CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving e do not brake heavily e gradually decrease the vehicle s speed e hold the steering wheel firmly e slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Note The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS indicator light will illuminate when the spare is in use To restore the full functionality of the monito
4. a lwtwed 187 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description ETE ur 15 jNetusd 16 jNetused 18 jNetusd j 20 OC Noted 2l 10A PCM keep alive power Canister purge a valve solenoid P22 Noted 24 Netused 26 jNetused PT Noted 28 Noted Wipers washer 30 jNeusd 32 Netused Notused Cd Notusd Cd o Notusd Cd PCM power Nouse 0 75M E NND SNC NU PCM power i O 188 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description Location Rating 43 20A Engine fan relay coil A C relay coil IAC Mass air flow sensor Heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor Catalyst module sensor Vapor management valve solenoid a4 Noted SSS 4 Ntwed asa Fuel pump relay Fuel injectors relay 45 Ntud SSS 4 Enmefnmhy 48 Bererrhy 4 Not sed 8 Ntwed
5. Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop e Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy e Slow down gradually e Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 55 mph 88 km h uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 65 mph 105 km h Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy e Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy 248 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications You 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 Warming 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 fuel economy Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Maintenance Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy Use recommended engine oil Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information Conditions Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a
6. A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD when selected has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two wheel drive vehicle cannot 116 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 chapter You should become thoroughly familiar with this information before you operate your vehicle On some 4WD models the initial shift from two wheel drive to 4WD while the vehicle is moving can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound These sounds are normal as the front drivetrain comes up to speed and is not cause for concern WARNING Do not become overconfident in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than two wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations it won t stop any faster than two wheel drive vehicles Always drive at a safe speed How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways Your vehicle may be e High
7. 8 FF Fast forward Press to manually advance in a CD MP3 track 9 REW Rewind Press to manually reverse in a CD MP38 track a e z m D quus prier em i station Select frequency band AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns To recall a previously set station press the desired memory preset button briefly You can save up to 18 stations six in AM six in FM1 and FM2 In satellite radio mode if equipped there are 18 available presets six each for SAT1 SAT2 and SATS To save satellite channels in your memory presets tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 24 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 11 SEEK TRACK Press to access SEEK TRACK the previous next strong station In CD MP3 mode press to advance to the previous next lt q gt track In satellite radio mode if equipped press lt A SEEK P to seek to the previous next channel In CATEGORY MODE press SEEK to select a channel within that category Press and hold lt q SEEK gt to fast seek through the previous next channels In TEXT MODE press SEEK gt to view the previous additional display text Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription Ch
8. E for Europe to ensure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Number of bulbs if equipped if equipped All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your authorized dealer Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently 49 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs front park bulbs turn signal bulbs To 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 bulb by pulling rearward Co Y cu CU 4 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise and slide the ring off the plastic base 5 Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out of the lamp SS WARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time th
9. 2 3L 14 engine o Oo e 8 eee Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil dipstick Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission Engine oil filler cap Brake fluid reservoir Power distribution box Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission oOo o Nn oan FW MH KF Battery 10 Power steering fluid reservoir 11 Air filter assembly 226 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 4 0L SOHC V6 engine SUAZ AN gt IA 7 Windshield washer fluid reservoir Automatic transmission fluid dipstick if equipped Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Power distribution box Clutch fluid reservoir if equipped Battery oOo O00 1 0 Tt Co HW KF Power steering fluid reservoir 10 Air filter assembly 11 Engine coolant reservoir 227 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID e e 2 3L engine e 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
10. 208 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty 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 certain warranty repairs require special training and or equipment so not all authorized dealers are authorized to perform all warranty repairs This means that depending on the warranty repair needed you may have to take your vehicle to another authorized dealer A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P O Box 6248 Dearborn MI 48121 Telephone 1 800 392 3673 FORD TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 Online Additional information and resources are available online at www genuineservice com e U S dealer locator by Dealer Name
11. 5 To 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 ee 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 7 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 5 and 6 8 Remove remaining slack from the belt Force the seat down with extra weight e g by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle Sometimes a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt 9 Attach the tether strap if the child seat is equipped Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter 106 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 To check this grab the se
12. 5 _ Not used m _ Not used 5 Notused o 5 Pe relay 5 Blower relay 5 SA cuich solenoid roay se Fog lamp relay 189 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 4 0L engines if equipped The high current fuses are coded as follows Location Rating 2 Noetused 4 Noted 60 Noted 5 5 8 Noted 4 9 40A Ignition switch PO jNetused 12 jNetused 14 o jNeusd a5 Noted 190 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Am Protected Circuits E aid MN EC a IIT MR RARE ot used 18 jNetused 19 Noted j PCM keep alive power Canister purge valve solenoid 22 jNotusd j 24 Noted 26 jNetused 28 jNetused 80 jNetusd
13. Location Rating Description 31 20A Front park lamps Rear park lamps License plate lamps Dimmer switch Trailer tow park lamps 32 5A Brake switch logic Brake shift interlock Instrument cluster battery feed B Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads WARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses WARNING To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter 186 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 2 3L engine if equipped The high current fuses are coded as follows Location Rating 2 Notused 4 Noted 60 Notused 0 8 Notused 9 40A Ignition switch 10 jNetusd 12 Noted
14. Press SEEK gt or preset 6 to save the currently playing song in the system s memory If you try to save something other than a song CANT SAVE will appear in the display When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel the system will alert you with an audible prompt Press SEEK P or preset 6 while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song You can save up to 20 songs If you attempt to save a song when the system is full the display will read REPLACE SONG Press SEEK gt or preset 6 to access the saved songs and press q MENU be to cycle through the saved songs When the song appears in the display that you would like to replace press SEEK gt or preset 6 SONG REPLACED will appear in the display e DELETE SONG Press SEEK or preset 6 to delete a song from the system s memory Press 8 MENU to cycle through the saved songs When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete press SEEK gt 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 If you do not want to delete the currently listed song press lt q MENU to select either RETURN or CANCEL Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS 28 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems e DELETE ALL SONGS Press SEEK gt
15. Provides engine braking e Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O D to other gears Examples city traffic where continuous shifting in and out of overdrive occurs hilly terrain heavy loads trailer towing and when engine braking is required e To return to O D overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp will not be illuminated e O D Overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 2 Second Use 2 Second to start up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades 1 First e Provides maximum engine braking e Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever e Will not downshift into 1 First at high speeds allows for 1 First when vehicle reaches slower speeds Forced downshifts e Allowed in D Drive with Overdrive or D Drive without Overdrive e Depress the accelerator to the floor e Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear 166 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving 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 To 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 position 3 Start the engine 4 Press the brake pedal and m
16. The safety belt pretensioner is a device which removes excess webbing from the safety belt system The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front airbag supplemental restraint system SRS When the safety belt pretensioner deploys webbing from the lap and shoulder belt is tightened Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter WARNING The driver and front passenger safety belt system including retractors buckles and height adjusters must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags and safety belt pretensioners Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front outboard passenger Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder e Regular Cab and 4 door Super Cab 82 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints e 2 door SuperCab To lower the shoulder belt height push the button and slide the height adjuster down To 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 WARNING Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and in
17. braking systems amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver s side hood e Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability 268 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus A ABS see Brakes 159 Air cleaner filter 257 258 Airbag supplemental restraint SVSECM esset ret rd rte 88 89 and child safety seats 91 92 description seeeee 89 disposal 2 1225 cette erben 94 driver airbag iecerei 89 92 indicator light 4 oe 94 OPELatlON 4 ie 89 92 passenger airbag 89 92 Ambulance packages 8 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 236 Anti lock brake system see Brakes 159 160 Anti theft system oo 67 Audio system see Radio 19 21 26 Automatic transmission 163 driving an automatic OVerdrlve 52 eere 165 fluid refill capacities 259 fluid specification 259 Auxiliary input jack Line in 32 Auxiliary power point 55 Axle lubricant specifications 259 refill capacities 259 B Battery cec reete reine 234 acid treating emergencies 234 jum
18. contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles including pretensioners Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system will turn off the front passenger s frontal air bag under certain conditions The driver s frontal air bag is not part of the front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal air bag should be enabled may inflate or not 94 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 208 and is designed to turn off the front passenger s frontal air bag if e the front passenger seat is unoccupied or has small medium objects in the front seat the system determines that a small child is present in a rear facing child seat that is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions the system determines that a small child is present in a forward facing child restraint th
19. e If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately but do not oversaturate or the ring will set e Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials WARNING Do not use cleaning solvents bleach or dye on the vehicle s seatbelts as these actions may weaken the belt webbing LEATHER SEATS IF EQUIPPED Your leather seating surfaces have a clear protective coating over the leather 221 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning e 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 a commercially available cleaning product designed for automotive leather e Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl and plastics or oil petroleum based leather conditioners These products may cause premature wearing of the clear protective coating Note In some instances color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery If this occurs the leather should be cleaned immediately to av
20. fluid refill capacity 259 fluid specifications 259 Power Windows sss 56 Preparing to drive your vehicle aiii tete e One 162 R Radio eio teet 19 21 26 Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for Childten 2e ated entres 100 Relay S dau EH 182 Remote entry system 63 illuminated entry 66 locking unlocking doors 64 panic alarin surenin 64 replacing the batteries 65 Roadside assistance 179 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 ssss 84 extension assembly 83 for adults 78 80 81 for childreti 4e 98 lap belt sete en 79 Occupant Classification SEOTIBOE ect DRE ease 75 safety belt maintenance 115 warning light and chime 83 84 Safety restraints LATCH anchors osa ven ec eee tren tons 108 Safety seats for children 102 Safety Compliance Certification Label 265 Satellite Radio Information 37 Roc M 70 child safety seats 102 SecuriLock passive anti theft SY SLOT oreren er eeepc eed 67 Servicing your vehicle 224 Setting the clock AM FM stereo
21. frontal area of ratio kg Ib kg trailer ft m Regular Cab w 6 box 2 9L All 4800 2177 1580 716 Equal to frontal area of vehicle 2 3L Sport All 4800 2177 1520 689 Equal to frontal area of vehicle Regular Cab w 7 box 2 3L All 4800 2177 1540 698 Equal to frontal area of vehicle SuperCab 2 3L All 4800 2177 1420 644 Equal to frontal area of vehicle 7000 3175 3400 1542 50 4 64 4 0L Sport 7000 3175 3220 1460 50 4 64 For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 1 000 ft 300 meters elevation For definition of terms used in this table see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your particular vehicle see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter Maximum trailer weight is shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle including hitch passengers and cargo and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR The Ranger is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight s as specified above Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight The Ranger vehicle electrical system is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes 144 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 4x4 w manual transmission Maximum trailer weight frontal area of g trailer ft m Regular Cab w 6 box Regular
22. quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the 235 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 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 stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected e Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner S Follow your local authorized YY A standards for disposal Call your t local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance information The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water which equates to a freeze point of 34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FI
23. 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 that the air bag is enabled may inflate If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger s seat but the passenger air bag off or pass air bag off indicator is lit it could be that the person isn t sitting properly in the seat If this happens turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position then sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger s air bag If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this then the occupant should be advised to ride in the back seat Pass Airbag Off safety seat or booster Small child with safety Lit Disabled belt buckled or unbuckled Enabled After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts it s very important that they continue to sit upright with their back against the seatback with their feet comfor
24. 392 3673 Note Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and without obligation UTILIZING THE MEDIATION ARBITRATION PROGRAM CANADA ONLY For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP 212 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance The CAMVAP 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 CAMVAP program impartial third party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties make decisions and when appropriate render awards to resolve disputes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and prov
25. 88 km h e The maximum recommended distance is unlimited e Put 4x4 switch in ZWD mode 4x4 only e The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no damage is done to the internal transmission components For 4x4 vehicles with a manual transmission it is recommended that a Neutral Tow Kit be purchased and installed by an authorized dealer if the vehicle is towed frequently 152 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 ground as vehicle or transmission damage may occur It is recommended to tow your vehicle with all four 4 wheels off the ground such as when using a car hauling trailer Otherwise no recreational towing is permitted In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter 4WD vehicles with electronic shift transfer case Neutral tow kit accessory On vehicles equipped with 4WD an accessory is available that allows you to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle with all the wheels on the ground Contact your authorized dealer for more details Do not tow
26. 888 327 4236 or on the internet at http www nhtsa dot gov Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the child is the proper height age and weight as specified by your child safety seat or booster manufacturer fits the restraint and can be restrained properly then restrain the child in the child safety seat or with the belt positioning booster Remember that child seats and belt positioning boosters vary and may be designed to fit children of different heights ages and weights Children who are too large for child safety seats or belt positioning boosters as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always properly wear safety belts SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child 102 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints When installing a child safety seat e 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 be injured in a sudden stop or collision Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an a
27. 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 WARNING Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag when a rear facing child seat a forward facing child restraint or a booster seat is detected Even with this technology parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat The sensor also turns off the airbag when the passenger seat is empty to prevent unnecessary replacement of the airbag s after a collision When the front passenger seat is occupied and the sensing system has turned off the passenger s frontal airbag the pass airbag off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is off See Front passenger sensing system in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section of this chapter Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage Front outboard
28. CD MP3 track 13 REW Rewind Press to manually reverse in a CD MP3 track 14 Memory presets Toseta GSD station Select frequency band AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns To select a preset station press the desired memory preset You can save up to 18 stations six in AM six in FM1 and FM2 In satellite radio mode if equipped there are 18 available presets six each for SAT1 SAT2 and SATS To save satellite channels in your memory presets tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 30 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 15 SEEK TRACK In radio CD SEEK TRACK and MP3 flat file mode Gaal press lt q 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 b to seek to the previous next channel In CATEGORY MODE press lt SEEK to select a channel within the chosen category Press and hold lt q SEEK gt to fast seek through the previous next channels In TEXT MODE press SEEK P gt to view the previous additional display text Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription Check with your
29. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance call 1 800 665 2006 If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 241 3673 Customers will be asked to submit their original receipts Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information call 1 800 665 2006 180 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 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 Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists Roadside Emergencies A M Note With extended use the flasher may run down your battery FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt After an accident if the engine cranks but does not start this switch may have been activated 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 181 Roadside Emergencies The fuel pump shut off
30. Cap When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off 3 Carefully hang the cap from the tether 4 To install the cap place the cap into the filler pipe and rotate until you hear at least one click If the check fuel cap light amp or a check fuel cap message comes on the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed The light or message can come on after several driving events after you ve refueled your vehicle At the next opportunity safely pull off of the road remove the fuel filler cap align the cap properly and reinstall it The check fuel cap light R or check fuel cap message may not reset immediately it may take several driving cycles for the check fuel cap light amp or check fuel cap message to turn off A driving cycle consists of an engine start up after four or more hours with the engine off followed by city and highway driving Continuing to drive with the check fuel cap light R or check fuel cap message on may cause the K light to turn on as well If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is not used WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is vent
31. Certification Label found on the edge of the driver s door Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of this Owner s Guide WARNING Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars Depending upon the type and placement of the load hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow a class I II or III trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts 143 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Your vehicle s load capacity is designated by weight not by volume so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle Towing 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 transmission Rear Maximum Maximum Maximum axle GCWR lb trailer weight
32. XXX kg or XXX lb 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1 400 Ib and there will be five 150 Ib passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 Ib 1400 750 5 x 150 650 Ib In metric units 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity e Another example for your vehicle with 1 400 Ib 635 kg of cargo and luggage capacity You decide to go golfing Is there enough load capacity to carry you 4 of your friends and all the golf bags You and four friends average 220 Ib 99 kg each and the golf bags weigh approximately 30 Ib 18 5 kg each The calculation would be 1400 5 x 220 5 x 30 1400 1100 150 150 Ib Yes you have enough load capacity in your vehicle to transport four friends and your golf bags In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 5 x 99 kg b x 13 5 kg 635 495 6
33. and road salt are difficult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle e Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer e Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash e Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible e If your vehicle is equipped with running boards do not use rubber plastic and vinyl protectant products on the running board surface as the area may become slippery 216 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning Exterior chrome Wash the vehicle first using cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo such as Motorcraft Detail Wash 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 minutes then wipe off the haze with a clean dry rag Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface After polishing chrome bumpers apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A available from your authorized dealer or an
34. buckle sensors front passenger sensing system and the driver seat position sensor In addition the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The warning light will either flash or stay lit e The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on e series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Safety restraints precautions WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided 77 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or
35. death in a crash Always sit upright against your seatback with your feet on the floor WARNING To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in the seatback map pocket if equipped when a child is in the front passenger seat Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console if equipped Check the passenger airbag Off or pass airbag off indicator lamp for proper airbag status Refer to Front passenger sensing system section for additional details Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system Lift the release bar to move seat forward or backward Ensure that the seat is locked into place 71 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Pull lever located at the side of the seat cushion up to adjust seatback 60 40 seat if equipped To 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 e Firmly grasp the bottom of the cup holder and pull up To re attach e Slide the cupholder over the two pins located on the front of the 60 driver s seat e Press down until it is firmly latched into place Using the manual lumbar support if equipped Turn the lumbar support control A clockwise t
36. deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilities Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly e Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches e Do not use fuel kerosene or paint thinner to clean any parts If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion clean the outer surface of the windshield and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaning solution After cleaning rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield with water INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel interior trim areas and cluster lens with a clean and damp white cotton cloth then with a clean and dry white cotton cloth you may also use Motorcraft Dash amp Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A on the instrument panel and interior trim areas e Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection e Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces 220 2009 Ranger ran Owne
37. designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death e f the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another i e from concrete to gravel there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver steering acceleration or braking Again avoid these abrupt inputs 173 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving 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 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 chapter You should become thoroughly familiar with this information before you operate your vehicle Normal characteristics On some 4WD models the initial shift from two wheel drive to 4x4 while the vehicle is moving can cause some m
38. do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires light truck or LT type tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it 118 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Treadwear 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 19 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AAAB C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance WARNING The traction grade as
39. do so may damage the transmission 168 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving 2 Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R Reverse e 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 shifted into R Reverse from 5 Overdrive Parking your vehicle 1 Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position 2 Fully apply the parking brake then shift into 1 First 3 Turn the ignition off WARNING Do not park your vehicle in Neutral it may move unexpectedly and injure someone Use 1 First gear and set the parking brake fully Removing the key Turn the ignition off push the release lever located above the ignition then turn the key toward you and remove the key If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow 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 169 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or dama
40. equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects WAXING Wash the vehicle first Do not use waxes that contain abrasives use Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A which is available from your authorized dealer or an equivalent quality product Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non body low gloss black colored trim such as grained door handles roof racks bumpers side moldings mirror housings or the windshield cowl area The paint sealant will gray or stain the parts over time PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match your vehicle s color Take your color code printed on a sticker in the driver s door jamb to your authorized dealer to ensure you get the correct color Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect deposits tar spots road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips Always read the instructions before using the products 217 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish In order to maintain their shine e Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water Never apply any cleaning chemical t
41. essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system For PCV valve replacement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used For spark plug replacement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used 258 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications a GLOTA VSa M T OX 10 D I DX q 860IA dS GTX 10 y DX V bdet nasa 97IX TV G9D9IN SSM 10 W G9O9IN SSM O T Wd uorn vorgro ods pIo 19qumu 34ed p o q oseo1r 9Jr 8uo T umrpuedq 3je194030 X oseaJr osodanq nmygq jueormqnT Ke1dg 9uooI IS pmi ayeig IPUPA J1030 A LOG 9 ueurioj oq WITH 3J 404030 X juo peAmbo JO oureu Ied pJo q Meus Teped yo nto pue o e1q s oatd pue s geyun oxe1q Sup red Surio
42. followed by 20 minutes of stop and go driving with at least four 30 second idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete If the vehicle is still not ready for I M testing the above driving cycle will have to be repeated 252 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for more information e 2 3L I4 engine e 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 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right several times 3 Turn the engine off 4 Check the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN and MAX lines Do not add fluid if the level is within this range 5 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts until it reaches between the MIN and MAX lines Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type 253 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Spe
43. for settlement of the claim If an agreement is not reached during mediation and your claim is eligible you may participate in the arbitration process An arbitration hearing will be scheduled so that you can present your case in an informal setting before an impartial person The arbitrator will consider the testimony provided and make a decision after the hearing You are not bound by the decision but should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usually decided within forty days after you file your claim with the BBB BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will be asked for your name and address general information about your new vehicle information about your warranty concerns and any steps you have already taken to try to resolve them A Customer Claim Form will be mailed that will need to be completed signed and returned to the BBB along with proof of ownership Upon receipt the BBB will review the claim for eligibility under the Program Summary Guidelines You can get more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at 1 800 955 5100 or writing to BBB AUTO LINE 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington Virginia 22203 1833 BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1 800
44. has the first two types of locking modes and the front passenger outboard safety belt has all three types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Webbing extraction sensitive mode The webbing sensitive locking mode locks the webbing and prevents more belt from being pulled out if the belt is pulled out too quickly The belt will unlock when you stop pulling on it Automatic locking mode The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt This mode should be used any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front seat Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter 80 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints How to use the automatic locking mode e Buckle the com
45. headlamps es 44 271 Index headlamps flash to pass 45 instrument panel dimming 45 interior lamps 48 49 replacing bulbs 50 LATCH anchors 108 Lights warning and indicator 12 anti lock brakes ABS 160 Limited slip axle 162 Load mits issoria 137 Loading instructions 143 Locks dOUr oir tre E ene cacao 63 Lubricant specifications 259 L g nuls ebrenn a ts 200 Lumbar support seats 72 73 M Manual transmission 167 fluid capacities 259 lubricant specifications 259 TGVOESEe scs eee tee queda des 168 Mirrors i ect em ett 57 fold AWAY sciet 58 side view mirrors DOWEL xssccdinarssivusiuvescssetacs 57 58 Motorcraft parts 222 241 258 0 Octane rating sesse 24b Oil see Engine oil 229 272 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus P Parking Drake 14 2 ne 161 Parts see Motorcraft parts 258 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor 75 Power distribution box see FUSES ies tue 186 Power door locks 63 Power mirrors 57 58 Power point ssssssessese 55 Power steering 162 fluid checking and adding 253
46. inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system m
47. least one second but not more than 10 seconds 6 Turn the ignition to the 3 off position and remove the second key from the ignition 7 After three seconds but within 20 seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert the unprogrammed key new valet key into the ignition 8 Turn 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 9 Your new unprogrammed key is now programmed If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If the key was not successfully programmed it will not start your vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off rapidly If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key s programmed To program additional new unprogrammed key s repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key 69 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING WARNING 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 WARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that carg
48. of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 6 Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process e The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles 16 km or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy e If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle
49. only with a valid SIRIUS subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 4 EJ CD eject To eject an individual CD press the eject Ls control and select the correct slot number by pressing the corresponding memory preset Press and hold to eject all loaded CDs 5 CLK Clock Press CLK until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed Press E MENU P gt to v adjust the hours minutes Press CLK to display the time when the ignition is off 6 MUTE Press to mute the playing media Press again to return to the eS playing media NNUTE 27 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 7 MENU Press MENU repeatedly to cycle through the following modes and use lt q to make adjustment in those modes SATELLITE RADIO MENU if TUNE DISC equipped Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access Press SEEK P to enter into the satellite radio menu Press lt q P to cycle through the following options e CATEGORY Press SEEK gt or preset 6 to enter category mode Press lt q MENU le to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories Pop Rock News etc Press SEEK Pe or preset 6 when the desired category appears in the display After a category is selected press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only i e ROCK You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels e SAVE SONG
50. or preset 6 to delete all songs from the system s memory The display will read ARE YOU SURE Press SEEK P gt 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 e ENABLE ALERTS DISABLE ALERTS Press SEEK or preset 6 to enable disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel The system default is disabled SONG ALERTS ENABLED DISABLED will appear in the display The menu listing will display the opposite state For example if you have chosen to enable the song alerts the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on so your other option is to turn them off Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability AUTOSET Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM FM1 FM2 Press MENU to access Use EI MENU b to set When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets BASS Press E MENU P gt to decrease increase the bass setting TREBLE Press 4d MENU P gt to decrease increase the treble setting BALANCE Press V MENU to adjust th
51. out of fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 3 The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened See Fuel filler cap in this chapter 4 Driving through deep water the electrical system may be wet These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel properly tightening the fuel cap or letting the electrical system dry out After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the service engine soon Ca indicator should stay off the next time the engine is started A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required 251 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications If the service engine soon C 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 X Y indicator on can result in increased emissions lower fuel economy reduced engine and transmission smoothness and lead to more costly repairs Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing Some state provincial and local governments may have Inspection Maintenance I M programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your ve
52. position Belt Minder The Belt Minder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning light in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s safety belt is unbuckled The Belt Minder feature uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in need of a warning To avoid activating the Belt Minder feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat warnings will only be given to large front seat occupants as determined by the front passenger sensing system Both the driver s and passenger s safety belt usages are monitored and either may activate the Belt Minder feature The warnings are the same for the driver and the front passenger If the Belt Minder warnings have expired warnings for approximately five minutes for one occupant driver or front passenger the other occupant can still activate the Belt Minder feature 84 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 driver s or front passenger s safety belt is not
53. restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and or LATCH lower anchors rendering those features potentially unusable To avoid risk of injury occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained Perform the following steps when installing the child seat with combination lap shoulder belts Note Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt WARNING Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active airbag 104 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 105 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints
54. risk of serious injury or death To minimize the risk of serious injury or death be aware of your surroundings use other hazard signaling devices if available and move the vehicle to a safe location away from traffic as soon as possible WARNING Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the lock position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer 164 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Driving with a 5 speed automatic transmission if equipped P RND21 This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission 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 normal shift strategy parameters much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating parameters This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts during this learning process slightly firmer shifts
55. safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant s body during frontal collisions This helps increase the effectiveness of the safety belts In frontal collisions the safety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or if the collision is of sufficient severity together with the front airbags Front outboard safety belt energy management retractors The front safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant s forward momentum This helps reduce the risk of force related injuries to the occupant s chest by limiting the load on the occupant Refer to Energy management feature section in this chapter 76 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required The Restraints Control Module RCM monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt
56. the starter Note If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to off wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try again this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects WARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least one inch 2 5 cm or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and allows the heater defroster system to respond quickly If your vehicle is equipped with this system your equipment includes a heater element which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt a c electrical source The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0 F 18 C 157 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving WARNING Failure to follow engine block heater instructions coul
57. tire including the spare Note Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the other tires For T type mini spare tires see the Dissimilar spare tire wheel information section for description Store and maintain at 60 psi 4 15 bar For Full Size and Dissimilar spare tires see the Dissimilar spare tire wheel information section for description Store and maintain at the higher of the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label 6 Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak 7 Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges cuts or bulges 122 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 other signs of damage or excessive wear If internal damage to the tire is suspected have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced For your safety tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail Improper or inadequat
58. up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion while minimizing slouching Booster seats may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably Try to keep the belt near the middle of the shoulder and across the center of the chest Moving the child closer a few centimeters or inches to the center of the vehicle but remaining in the same seating position may help provide a good shoulder belt fit When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap shoulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they reach a height of at least 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall around age eight to age twelve and between 40 Ib 18 kg and 80 Ib 36 kg or upward to 100 Ib 45 kg if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer Many state and provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or 80 Ib 36 kg Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat e Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion Can the child sit without slouching Does the lap belt rest low across the hips Is the shoulder belt centered on
59. vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank e Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running e Use the same filling rate setting low medium high each time the tank is filled e Allow no more than two automatic click offs when filling e Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating e Use a known quality gasoline preferably a national brand e Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up e Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time Your results will be most a
60. vehicle with a low power steering fluid level below the MIN mark on the reservoir e Some noise is normal during operation If the noise is excessive check for a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer e Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by a low power steering fluid level Check for a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer Do not fill the power steering fluid reservoir above the MAX mark on the reservoir If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls check for e an improperly inflated tire e uneven tire wear e loose or worn suspension components e loose or worn steering components e improper steering alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander pull LIMITED SLIP AXLE IF EQUIPPED This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface Under normal conditions the Limited slip axle functions like a standard rear axle The axle may exhibit a slight noise or vibration in tight turns with low vehicle speed This is normal behavior and indicates the axle is working PREPARING TO DRIVE WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles 162 2009 Ra
61. wheels that are the same size load index speed rating and type such as P metric versus LT 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 Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or edge of the driver s door If this information is not found on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure If you have questions regarding tire replacement contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING When mounting replacement tires and wheels you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated re lubricate and try again When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi 1 38 bar greater than the maximum pressure on the tire sidewall the following precautions must be taken to protect the person mounting the tire 1 Make sure that you have the correct tire
62. your vehicle with all wheels on the ground unless you install the neutral tow kit as vehicle damage may occur In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter CAMPER BODIES Your Ranger Pickup is not recommended for slide in camper bodies 153 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1 Accessory allows the electrical 4 accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running As 2 Lock locks the steering wheel 2 automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal For 7 vehicles equipped with a manual transmission you must depress the ignition release lever to release the key 3 Off shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel 4 On all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 Start cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system Note This system meets all Canadian interference causing equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting
63. 009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e 2 3L I4 engine e 4 0L SOHC V6 engine e 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 231 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 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 level Make sure the oil level is within the normal range on the engine oil level dipstick 4 Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap 1 4 turn until it stops To avoid possible oil loss DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and or the engine oil filler cap removed Engine Oil Recommendations 2 3L Engine Look for this certification trademark Use SAE 5W 20 engine oil Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conf
64. 0L V6 engine uses the overflow system and the 2 3L 14 engine uses the degas system WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap The cooling system is under pressure steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly 1 Before you begin turn the engine off and let it cool 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir a translucent plastic bottle Slowly turn cap counterclockwise left until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 239 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 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 the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full 6 Replace the cap Turn until tightly installed Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss After any coolant has been added check the coolant concentration refer to Checking engine coolant If the concentration is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 386 C drain some coolant an
65. 139 Tires Wheels and Loading GAWR Gross Axle Weight 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 GAWR Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO DATE XX XX GVWR XXXXXLB XXXXXKG FRONT GAWR XXXXL REARGAWR XXXXLB XXXXKG WITH XXXXKG WITH XXXX KXXXXXX TIRES XXXXIXXXXXXX TIRES XXXX XX RIMS XXXX XX RIMS AT XXX kPa XX PSLCOLD AT XXX KPa XX PSICOLD THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX TYPE XXX XXXXX EXT PNT _ XX RC XX DSO WBTBRK TINTTR TIPPS R TAXLE TR SPR XXXXX XXX X XX X XX XXX XX XXXXXXXXXXXXK XXX XXXX XXXXXXX XX GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The G
66. 20 7 kPa for a drop of 30 F 16 6 C in ambient temperature This lower pressure value may be detected by the TPMS as being significantly lower than the recommended inflation pressure and activate the TPMS warning for low tire pressure If the low tire pressure warning light is ON visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat If one or more tires are flat repair as necessary Check air pressure in the road tires If any tire is under inflated carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure 136 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING 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 WARNING Snow tires must be the same size load index speed rating as those originally provided by Ford Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in
67. 4 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid e Refer to scheduled maintenance information for scheduled check and change intervals e Transmission does not consume fluid e Check fluid when transmission is not operating properly or if you see a leak e Fluid level must be checked at normal operating temperature 20 miles 30 km of driving To check and add fluid 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 80 km to reach normal operating temperatures 2 If driven in hot weather city traffic pulling a trailer allow transmission to cool for 30 minutes before checking 3 Engage parking brake start engine 4 Put your foot on the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever slowly through all of the gear ranges 5 Shift to P Park and leave the engine running 6 Remove the dipstick wipe clean with a dry lint free rag 7 Install and fully seat the dipstick into the filler tube 8 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level Level should be in A A the cross hatched area 9 If necessary add fluid in 1 2 pint 250m1 increments through the filler tube until the level is correct at normal operating temperatures Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter for the correct fluid type The use of any other non approved fluid may cause internal transmission damage 10 Fluid can be ch
68. 5 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 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 different brand of unleaded gasoline Premium unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your authorized dealer Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating These products have not been approved for your engine and could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty Many of the world s automakers approved the World Wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World Wid
69. 7 5 72 5 kg 142 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading e A final example for your vehicle with 1 400 lb 635 kg of cargo and luggage capacity You 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 Ib 45 kg bags of cement Do you have enough load capacity to transport the cement to your home If you and your friend each weigh 220 Ib 99 kg the calculation would be 1400 2 x 220 12 x 100 1400 440 1200 240 Ib No you do not have enough cargo capacity to carry that much weight In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 12 x 45 kg 635 198 540 103 kg You will need to reduce the load weight by at least 240 Ib 104 kg If you remove 3 100 Ib 45 kg cement bags then the load calculation would be 1400 2 x 220 9 x 100 1400 440 900 60 Ib Now you have the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 9 x 45 kg 635 198 405 32 kg The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance
70. 7B44 D or DEX COOL brand with the factory filled coolant Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any orange colored extended life product such as DEX COOL brand with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection e A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Water alone without engine coolant can cause engine damage from corrosion overheating or freezing e Do not use alcohol methanol brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze coolant Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing e Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the FULL COLD level For all other vehicles which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflow system follow these steps to add engine coolant Note The 4
71. 88 98 116 118 121 133 137 143 152 154 154 159 163 179 179 181 181 182 192 200 201 207 209 215 215 216 Table of Contents 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 photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2009 Ford Motor Company 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website e In the United States www ford com e n Canada www ford ca e n Australia www ford com au e n Mexico www ford com mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describe
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73. A fus Driver Controls Activating bed extender Theft N Deterrent Device Yo The following procedure can be done with the bed extender in the stowed or extended position f 1 Locate the Phillips head screw in E f the middle of the vertical brace in front of the locking clip 2 Turn the screw counterclockwise until you hear an audible click 3 To deactivate turn the screw clockwise until the locking clip moves freely To remove the bed extender 1 Extend the bed extender 2 Pull the lever on each side of the bed extender to unlock it Make sure the locking clip screws are loose before removing the bed extender 3 Press the locking clips below the u middle bar and lift the bed extender Ex out of the channels on the D pillar To install the bed extender follow the removal procedure in reverse order 62 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle You 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 dealer supplied keys replacement keys are available through your authorized dealer POWER DOOR LOCKS IF EQUIPPED Press th
74. 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 vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigorous engineering and safety specifications Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer installed Genuine Ford Accessories found to be defective in factory supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period as well as any component damaged by the defective accessories The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit e 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or e the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories Not all accessories are available for all models For a complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle please contact your dealer or visit our online store at www fordaccessories com Exterior style Bug shields Chrome exhaust tips Deflectors Running boards Splash guards Step bars Tonneau covers Wheels Interior style Electrochromatic compass temperature inter
75. APD An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers To protect your engine and engine s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 or an equivalent SAE 5W 30 oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C929 A 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 designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used 233 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 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 Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or rep
76. Cab w 7 box 7000 3175 3240 1469 50 4 64 SuperCab 300 meters of elevation this chapter To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your vehicle see Vehicle loading earlier in this chapter Maximum trailer weight is shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle including hitch passengers and cargo and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR The Ranger is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight s as specified above Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight The Ranger vehicle electrical system is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes 145 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 4x2 w automatic transmission Maximum Maximum GCWR lb trailer weight frontal area of kg kg trailer ft m Regular Cab w 6 box area of vehicle Sport area of vehicle Regular Cab w 7 box 2 3L 2 3L 5500 2495 2220 1006 Equal to frontal 3L area of vehicle 9500 4309 6000 2722 50 4 64 SuperCab All 5500 2495 2080 943 Equal to frontal area of vehicle OL 9500 4309 5860 2658 50 4 64 4 0L All 9500 4809 5680 2576 50 4 64 Sport For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 1 000 ft 300 meters elevation For definition of terms used in this table see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter To determin
77. City State or Zip Code e Owner Guides e Maintenance Schedules e Recalls e Ford Extended Service Plans e Ford Genuine Accessories e Service specials and promotions 209 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance In Canada Mailing address Ford vehicles Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 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 Telephone 1 800 387 9333 Online www lincolncanada com Additional assistance If you have questions or concerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing authorized dealer 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center In order to help you serve you better please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center e Vehicle Identification Number VIN e Your telephone number home and business e The name of the authorized dealer and city where located e The vehicle s c
78. D AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 1 Fan speed adjustment ry o a the volume of air circulated in t a vehicle 2 Temperature selection Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle 3 Air flow selections Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle See the following for a brief description on each control MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle Air flows from the instrument panel vents only Temperature of airflow not adjustable A C Uses outside air to cool the vehicle Air flows from the instrument panel vents only 74 Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate 7 Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents A Distributes outside air through the floor vents WE Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents Q7 Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents 42 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Climate Controls Operating tips e To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in the G position To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position e Under normal weather conditions do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A C or OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle
79. ENU gt to cycle through the following options e CATEGORY Press SEEK gt or preset 6 to enter category mode Press lt Q MENU P gt to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories Pop Rock News etc Press SEEK gt or preset 6 when the desired category appears in the display After a category is selected press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only i e ROCK You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels e SAVE SONG Press SEEK or preset 6 to save the currently playing song in the system s memory If you try to save something other than a song CANT SAVE will appear in the display When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel the system will alert you with an audible prompt Press SEEK P or preset 6 while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song You can save up to 20 songs If you attempt to save a song when the system is full the display will read REPLACE SONG Press SEEK gt or preset 6 to access the saved songs and press lt q MENU p to cycle through the saved songs When the song appears in the display that you would like to replace press SEEK or preset 6 SONG REPLACED will appear in the display 22 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems e DELETE SONG Press SEEK gt or preset 6 to delete a song from t
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81. LL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 4096 or above 6096 the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly A 50 50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following e Freeze protection down to 34 F 36 C e Boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C e Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion e Enables calibrated gauges to work properly 236 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e 2 3L engine e 4 0L engine 237 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications When the engine is cold check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir e 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 e Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer t
82. Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate U S only ZC 32 A Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover U S only ZC 14 Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine ZC 28 Motorcraft Triple Clean U S only ZC 13 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada only CXC 93 Motorcraft Wash and Wax Canada only CXC 95 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A 223 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To 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 Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide to find out which parts and services are covered Use only recommended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE e Do not work on a hot engine e Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts e Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation e Keep all open flames and other burning cigarettes material away from the bat
83. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS gj Important safety precautions WARNING Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire 241 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING 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 WARNING 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 serious personal injury WARNING Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled WARNING Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before refueling Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury If fue
84. TSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to hitp Ajvww safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CANADA ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform Transport Canada using their toll free number 1 800 333 0510 215 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo such as Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A which is available from your authorized dealer e Never use strong household detergents or soap such as dish washing or laundry liquid These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces e Never wash a vehicle that is hot to the touch or during exposure to strong direct sunlight e Always use a clean sponge or car wash mitt with plenty of water for best results e Dry the vehicle with a chamois or soft terry cloth towel in order to eliminate water spotting e It is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during the winter months as dirt
85. Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning lights and chimes Gauges Entertainment Systems AM FM stereo AM FM Stereo single CD MP3 system CDX6 MP3 Premium Audiophile Pioneer system Auxiliary input jack Line in Satellite radio information Climate Controls Heater only Manual heating and air conditioning Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti theft system 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 4 12 12 16 19 19 2l 26 32 37 41 41 42 44 44 48 48 54 54 55 56 57 58 63 63 63 67 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints Tires Wheels and Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects U S only Reporting safety defects Canada only Cleaning 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 70 70 74
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87. UMP STARTING WARNING The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your automatic transmission vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability Attempting to push start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage 201 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 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 process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables E
88. USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Low Tire Possible Customer Action Required Pressure cause Warning Light Flashing Spare tire in Your temporary spare tire is in use Repair Warning use the damaged road wheel and re mount it on Light the vehicle to restore system functionality For a description of how the system func tions under these conditions refer to When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section TPMS mal If your tires are properly inflated and your function spare tire is not in use and the TPMS warn ing light still flashes contact your autho rized dealer as soon as possible When inflating your tires When putting air into your tires such as at a gas station or in your garage the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not respond immediately to the air added to your tires It may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph 82 km h for the light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended inflation pressure How temperature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the tire pressure may decrease approximately 3 psi
89. VW must never exceed the GVWR 140 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING 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 Gew GCW Gross Combined Weight is the weight of the loaded vehicle GVW plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer including all cargo and passengers that the vehicle can handle without risking damage Important The towing vehicle s braking system is rated for operation at GVWR not at GCWR Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers where the GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle The GCW must never exceed the GCWR Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10 15 conventional trailer or king pin weight of 15 25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 150 Ib 68 kg Consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide pr
90. ZR 129 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 8 U S DOT Tire 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 example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 M S or M S Mud and Snow or AT All Terrain or AS AII Season 10 Tire Ply Composition and Material Used Indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and the sidewall which include steel nylon polyester and others 11 Maximum Load Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle 12 Treadwear Traction and Temperature Grades e Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparati
91. aging underbody components The differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car Maintain steering wheel control at all times especially in rough terrain Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside Do not grip the spokes 171 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving Map out your route before driving in the area To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling not sliding or spinning Basic operating principles e Do not use 4WD on dry hard surfaced roads Doing so will produce excessive noise increase tire wear and may damage drive components 4WD modes are only intended for consistently slippery or loose surfaces e Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle e Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand water gravel snow or ice If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement e If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement slow down but avoid severe brake application ease the vehicle back onto the pavem
92. ameter The bumper has a 2 000 Ib 907 kg trailer weight and 200 Ib 91 kg tongue weight capability The rated capacities as shown in this guide for trailer towing with the factory bumper are only valid when the trailer hitch ball is installed directly into the ball hole in the bumper Addition of bracketry to either lower the ball hitch position or extend the ball hitch rearward will significantly increase the loads on the bumper and its attachments This can result in the failure of the bumper or the bumper attachments Use of any type of hitch extensions should be considered abuse Trailer tow connector The trailer tow connector is located under the rear bumper on the driver s side of the vehicle 149 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Refer to the following chart for information regarding the factory equipped trailer tow connector Trailer tow connector 1 Dark Trailer Circuit activated when brake pedal is right hand depressed or when ignition is on and turn signal right hand turn signal is applied 2 Yellow Trailer Circuit activated when brake pedal is left hand depressed or when ignition is on and turn signal left hand turn signal is applied Tan White park lamps headlamps are on 4 White Ground Matching vehicle circuit returns to battery s negative ground Driving while you tow When towing a trailer e To ensure proper break in of powertrain compone
93. an 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 the driving task when it is safe to do so 1 Seek Press P gt to find the next strong station down up the frequency band 2 Tune Press to manually 4 TUNE P change radio frequency down up 19 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 3 AM FM Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode awe 4 Memory preset buttons To set a station Select frequency band 3 2 3 4 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 Tone Press TONE until the desired level Bass Treble bal appears on the display Turn the volume control to raise lower the levels or to move the audio sound from the right to left 7 CLK Clock To set the hours press and hold CLK until CLOCK TONE SET appears in the display CLK Continue to hold CLK as you press T SEEK to decrease Or increase the hours To set the minutes press and hold CLK until CLOCK SET appears in the display Continue to hold CLK as you press TUNE to decrease 4 o incr
94. anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view e Bucket seats 108 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints e 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 seat with tether anchors 1 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat 2 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position 109 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 Lade 110 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 sea
95. and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine 2 3L Ta engine 40LV6engine 245 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 25 1 35 mm 1 32 1 42 mm Engine drivebelt routing e 2 3L I4 Engine with A C e 2 3L I4 Engine without A C 263 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e 4 0L V6 Engine without A C 264 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO that a Safety Compliance DATE XXX GVWR XXXXXLB XXXXXKG Certification Label be affixed to a r WTAE N vehicle and prescribe where the r tg Safety Compliance Certification AT XXX kPaXX C PSLOOLD Label may be located The Safety THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR Compliance Certification Label is EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE located on the structure B Pillar UE ON poo by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s UO NT I LET LL door EXT PNT _ XX RCXX DSD WBTBRK TINTTR TPPS R AXLE TR SPR XXXXX XX X XX X XX XXX XX JXXO00000000X XXX XXXX XXXXXXX XX Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your ve
96. and wheel size 2 Lubricate the tire bead and wheel bead seat area again 3 Stand at a minimum of 12 ft 8 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly 4 Use both eye and ear protection For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi 1 38 bar greater than the maximum pressure a Ford Dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft 8 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly Important Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle 125 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 Tire Pressure Monitoring System If the TPMS indicator is flashing your TPMS is malfunctioning Your replacement tire might be incompatible with your TPMS or some component of the TPMS may be damaged Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety e Observe posted speed limits e Avoid fast starts stops and turns e Avoid potholes and objects on the road e Do not run o
97. aning eer een 218 coolaib es sve rie oin 236 idle speed control 234 lubrication specifications 259 refill capacities 259 service points 226 227 starting after a collision 181 Engine block heater 157 Engine Oll 1 ctp 229 checking and adding 229 JIDSDIOKR cetus esteem drip ieret cue 229 filter specifications 232 258 recommendations 232 refill capacities 259 specifications 259 Event data recording T Exhaust fumes 157 F Fluid capacities 259 POS LAMPS ecce e tent 44 Four Wheel Drive vehicles 170 driving off road 171 electronic shift 170 171 indicator light 170 preparing to drive your vehicle sees 162 UE uostri 241 calculating fuel economy 247 CANO sesdtessecegsadvesessachenttanteseeseadouse 244 CADACIUY ersero cie teer erani 259 choosing the right fuel 245 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates 250 detergent in fuel 245 filling your vehicle with fuel 241 244 247 filter specifications 241 258 fuel pump shut off switch 181 improving fuel economy 247 octa
98. arest authorized dealer If a member requests to be towed to an authorized dealer more than 35 miles 56 3 km from the disablement location the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in excess of 35 miles 56 3 km Trailers shall be covered up to 200 if the disabled eligible vehicle requires service at the nearest authorized dealer If the trailer is disabled but the towing vehicle is operational the trailer does not qualify for any roadside services 179 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide for information on e coverage period e exact fuel amounts e towing of your disabled vehicle e emergency travel expense reimbursement e travel planning benefits In Canada for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference In the United States this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment In Canada the card is found in the Customer Information Guide in the glove compartment U S Ford Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance call 1 800 241 3673
99. at 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 NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST to make certain the child restraint is properly installed Installing child safety seats in the lap belt seating positions 1 Lengthen the lap belt To lengthen the belt hold the tongue so that its bottom is perpendicular to the direction of webbing while sliding the tongue up the webbing 2 Place the child safety seat in the center seating position 3 Route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for the center seating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on the tongue 5 Push down on the child seat while pulling on the loose end of the lap belt webbing to tighten the belt 6 Before placing the child into the child seat forcibly tilt the child seat from side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back There should be no more than one inch 2 5 cm of movement for proper installation 7 Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Saf
100. at is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat e a front passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time WARNING Even with Advanced Restraints Systems children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position if equipped When the front passenger seat is occupied and the sensing system has turned off the passenger s frontal air bag the passenger air bag off or pass air bag off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal air bag is off When the front passenger seat is not occupied empty seat or in the event that the front passenger frontal air bag is enabled may inflate the indicator light will be unlit The indicator light is located in the center stack of the instrument panel To confirm the pass airbag light is functional it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position The front passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front passenger s frontal air bag when a rear facing child seat a forward facing child restraint or a booster seat is detected If the child restraint has been installed and the indicator is not lit then turn the vehicle off remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s directions 95 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide
101. ation 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 properly aimed before leaving the assembly plant If your vehicle is involved in an accident or if you have problems fixing the alignment of your headlamps have them checked by a qualified service technician Headlamp aim adjustment The headlamps are designed to be mechanically aimed but can also be aimed visually by doing the following 1 Park your vehicle on a level surface about 25 feet 7 6 meters away from a vertical plain surface 3 Check your headlamp alignment at night or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern e 1 8 feet 2 4 meters e 2 Center height of lamp to ground e 3 25 feet 7 6 meters e 4 Horizontal reference line e 5 Center of headlamps e 6 Center line of the vehicle 2 The center of the headlamp is marked either on the lens a circle Or cross marker or on the bulb shield internal to the lamp mark or feature Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground 2 and mark an 8 foot 2 4 meter long horizontal line on the wall or screen 1 at this height masking tape works well 46 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps and open the hood 4 Locate the hig
102. authorized dealer for availability 16 TEXT SCAN In radio and CD mode press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop In MP3 mode Press and release to view the next 12 characters in the MP3 music name file name of the current MP3 track and directory Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of MP3 tracks In MP3 directory mode press and hold to hear a brief sampling of all tracks in the current directory Press and hold again to stop In satellite radio mode if equipped press and release to view the Satellite text message Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels Press and hold again to stop Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 17 ON OFF Volume Press to turn VOL PUSH on off Turn 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 31 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 18 LOAD Press to load a CD To Qu 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 WARNING Drivi
103. ay not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the 133 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 WARNING The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using a tire gauge see Inflating your tires in this chapter Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure loss of control vehicle rollover and personal injury Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor fastened to the inside rim of the wheel The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not visible unles
104. bination lap and shoulder belt e Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out e 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 automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode WARNING After any vehicle collision the safety belt system at all outboard seating positions except driver which has no automatic locking retractor feature must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all safety belts should be checked for proper function 81 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY 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 WARNING Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions
105. buckled when the vehicle has reached at least 3 mph 5 km h and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The driver s or front passenger s safety belt becomes unbuckled for approximately one minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 3 mph 5 km h and more than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus The Belt Minder feature will not activate The Belt Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled The Belt Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled 85 Seating and Safety Restraints 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 36700 crashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime Tm not going 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles 40 km far of home Belts are We design our safe
106. ccupant sensors provides information to the Restraints Control Module RCM During a crash the RCM may activate the safety belt pretensioners and or either none one or both stages of the dual stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant classification and conditions The fact that the pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with 74 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints the system Rather it means the Personal Safety System 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 collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag inflation energy A lower less forceful energy level is provided for more common moderate severity impacts A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts Refer to A rbag supplemental restraints SRS section in this chapter Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the severity of an impact Positioned up front it prov
107. ccurate if your filling method is consistent 247 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 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 Gn 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 odometer reading from the current odometer reading 5 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Calculation 1 Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Calculation 2 Multiply liters used by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under current driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits e Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel e Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy
108. ces of being safely belted and surviving an accident We recommend you leave the Belt Minder system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle 87 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 1 Turn the ignition switch to the on position DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off Approximately one minute e 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 belt nine times ending in the unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off e After Step 3 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 4 Within approximately seven seconds of the light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt e This will disable the Belt Minder feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled As confirmation the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds e This will enable the Belt Minder feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled As confirmation the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds followed by three seco
109. changes Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number ESN This 12 digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate modify or track your satellite radio account You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS While in Satellite Radio mode you can view this number on the radio display by pressing AUX and Preset 1 control simultaneously 38 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Radio Display Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires more No action required than two seconds to This message should produce audio for the disappear shortly selected channel SAT FAULT Internal module or If this message does system failure not clear within a short present period of time or with an ignition key cycle your receiver may have a fault See your authorized dealer for service INVALID CHNL Channel no longer This previously available available channel is no longer available Tune to another channel If the channel was one of your presets you may choose another channel for that preset button UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not Contact SIRIUS at available for this 1 888 539 7474 to channel subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel NO TEXT Artist information not Artist information not available available at this time on this channel The system is working properly 39 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Radio Disp
110. child restraint manufacturer Children who have outgrown or no Use a vehicle safety longer properly fit in a belt positioning belt having the lap booster seat generally children who belt snug and low are at least 4 feet 9 inches across the hips 1 45 meters tall or greater than shoulder belt cen 80 Ib 36 kg or 100 Ib 45 kg if tered across the recommended by child restraint shoulder and chest manufacturer and seatback upright e You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U S and Canada Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 ft 9 in 1 45 meters tall or 80 Ib 36 kg Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle e When possible always properly restrain children twelve 12 years of age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position 99 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Use any attachment method as indicated below by X lower lower Restraint Child anchors anchors Type and top tether Rear facing child seat Forward faci
111. cifications BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when reg the brake components are replaced Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal MAX operating range there is no need to add fluid If the fluid levels are MIN outside of the normal operating ue y range the performance of the system could be compromised seek service from your authorized dealer immediately CLUTCH FLUID IF EQUIPPED Check the fluid level Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules During normal operation the fluid level in the clutch reservoir should remain constant If the fluid level drops refill the fluid level to the step in the reservoir Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Ford specifications Refer to Maintenance product specifications amd capacities in this chapter WARNING Carefully read cautionary information on product label For MEDICAL EMERGENCY INFORMATION contact a physician or Poison Control Center immediately on Ford Motorcraft products call 1 800 959 3673 FORD Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury 1 Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt and water from entering the reservoir 2 Remove cap and rubber diaphragm from reservoir 3 Add fluid until the level reaches the step in the reservoir 4 Reinstall rubber diaphragm and cap onto reservoir 25
112. cing coded keys can be very costly Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin Tips e A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle e Only use SecuriLock keys e You must have two previously programmed coded keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine and the new unprogrammed key s readily accessible e f no previously programmed coded keys are available you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key s programmed 68 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security 1 Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition 2 Turn 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 Turn the ignition to the 3 off position and remove the coded key from the ignition 4 After three seconds but within 10 seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition 5 Turn the ignition from the 3 off position to the 4 on position Keep the ignition in the 4 on position for at
113. crease the risk of injury in a collision Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended there is an 8 inch 20 cm safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended WARNING Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt warning light and indicator chime A The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts 83 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Conditions of operation The driver s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition illuminates 1 2 minutes and the switch is turned to the on warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds position The driver s safety belt is The safety belt warning light and buckled while the indicator warning chime turn off light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The driver s safety belt is The safety belt warning light and buckled before the ignition indicator chime remain off switch is turned to the on
114. ction if necessary 183 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Location Rating Description 1 5 Instrument panel dimmer switch A Trailer tow park lamps Right low beam headlamp Left low beam headlamp 5A Windshield wiper module RUN ACCY 10A Radio RUN ACCY Door switch illumination Lo p ewe OE Restraints Control Module RCM PADI Passenger Air bag Deactivation Indicator Occupant classification sensor OCS 9 5A Cluster air bag indicator 184 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Location Rating Description RUN START Smart Junction Box SJB Logic power Audiophile subwoofer amplifier Satellite radio 14 15A High beam headlamp High beam ae indicator cluster pT Noted 16 30A cartridge Power windows ne em 18 Noted 19 20A Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL Stop lamps 20 10A Anti lock Brake System ABS module Speed control module Back up lamps Overdrive cancel switch Electronic flasher turn hazard 25 CC Accessory relay power windows Cigar lighter Diagnostic connector OBD ID 185 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies
115. ctive airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the vehicle seat all the way back Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat When installing a child safety seat with combination lap shoulder belts e Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position e Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle 103 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints e 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 e Place vehicle seat back in upright position e Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to step 5 below WARNING Depending on where you secure a child
116. d never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes WARNING The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container Refueling WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island e Turn off your engine when you are refueling e Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle e Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel e Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places e Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build up when filling an ungrounded fuel container e Place approved fuel container on the ground e DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area 243 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling e DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Fuel Filler
117. d adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever coolant has been added the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle If necessary add enough 50 50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level If you have to add more than 1 0 quart 1 0 liter of engine coolant per month have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system Your cooling system may have a leak Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford approved recycling process is not yet available Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 34 F 36 C e It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 5096 240 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Print
118. d and remounted on your vehicle For additional information refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low Tire Possible Customer Action Required Pressure cause Warning Light Solid 1 Check your tire pressure to ensure tires Warning are properly inflated refer to Inflating your Light tires in this chapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufac turer s recommended inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two min utes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light will turn OFF Spare tire in Your temporary spare tire is in use Repair use the damaged road wheel tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system functional ity For a description on how the system functions refer to When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section TPMS If your tires are properly inflated and your malfunction spare tire is not in use and the light remains ON contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible 135 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing
119. d result in property damage or physical injury WARNING To 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 operation For your safety use an outdoor extension cord that is product certified by Underwriter s Laboratory UL or Canadian Standards Association CSA Use only an extension cord that can be used outdoors in cold temperatures and is clearly marked Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances Never use an indoor extension cord outdoors it could result in an electric shock or fire hazard Use a 16 gauge outdoor extension cord minimum Use as short an extension cord as possible Do not use multiple extension cords Instead use one extension cord which is long enough to reach from the engine block heater cord to the outlet without stretching Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition not patched or spliced Store your extension cord indoors at temperatures above 32 F 0 C Outdoor conditions can deteriorate extension cords over a period of time To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Also ensure that the block heater especially the cord is in good condition before use Make sure that when in operation the extension cord plug eng
120. der structure Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structure as follows e There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback MP3 directory mode system default and MP3 flat file mode For more information on directory and flat file mode refer to Sample MP3 structure following MP3 flat file mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension from T001 to a maximum of T255 Note The maximum number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the structure of the CD and exact model of radio present e MP3 directory mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level of folders The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension and all folders containing MP3 files from F001 folder T001 track to F253 T2565 Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files 36 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs it is important to understand 0 how the system will read the structures you create While various Wt 6 mp3 O files may be present files with L mp3 extensions other than mp3 only l files with the mp3 extension will be played Other files will be ignored y y Ji mpa 3 by the system This enables you
121. door is opened e the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure Condensation can be a natural by product of this design When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold When normal condensation occurs a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions Examples of acceptable condensation are e Presence of thin mist no streaks drip marks or droplets e Fine mist covers less than 5096 of the lens 48 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights Examples of unacceptable moisture usually caused by a lamp water leak are e Water puddle inside the lamp e Large water droplets drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America and an
122. e indicators stay on or flash faster check for a burned out bulb D Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver s door is opened High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened Door ajar warning chime Sounds when any door is opened or not fully closed Parking brake on warning chime Sounds when the parking brake is set the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph 5 km h GAUGES E35 2 m o Oo RM e R ef Bom Nov A 16 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster 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 and let the engine cool WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Odometer Registers the total miles RPMx1 kilometers of the vehicle C B Bn Bn 3 Trip odometer Registers the miles RPMx1000 kilometers of individual journey
123. e Area between the bead area and the tread e Tread area of the tire Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle e Rim The metal support wheel for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated 120 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading INFLATING YOUR 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 once a month and before long trips inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge including spare if equipped Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear Under inflation or over inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns WARNING Under inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking tread separation or blowout with unex
124. e For U S only if equipped if you choose to use the SYNC Vehicle Health Report you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose See your SYNC supplement for more information Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle event data recorders are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants potentially including information such as e how various systems in your vehicle were operating e whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled e how far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or the brake pedal e how fast the vehicle was traveling and e where the driver was positioning the steering wheel 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction To 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 authority Other parties may seek t
125. e Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle s New Vehicle Limited Warranty refer to the Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner s Guide Special instructions For your added safety your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls WARNING Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System SRS in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury WARNING Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction 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 service your vehicle Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicl
126. e Fuel Charter Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel e You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine On restarting cranking time will take a few seconds longer than normal e Normally adding 1 gallon 8 8L of fuel is enough to restart the engine If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade more than 1 gallon 8 8L may be required e The service engine soon indicator may come on For more information on the service engine soon CY indicator refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter 246 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the driver You 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 We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of driving engine break in period You will get a more accurate measurement after 2 000 miles 3 000 miles 3 000 km 5 000 km Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your
127. e and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry e Tire Identification Number TIN A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant tire size and date of manufacture Also referred to as DOT code Inflation pressure A measure of the amount of air in a tire Standard load A class of P metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi 87 psi 2 5 bar for Metric tires Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability Extra load A class of P metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi 48 psi 2 9 bar for Metric tires Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability e kPa Kilopascal a metric unit of air pressure e PSI Pounds per square inch a standard unit of air pressure e Cold inflation pressure The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile 1 6 km e Recommended inflation pressure The cold inflation pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door B pillar The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door e Bead area of the tire Area of the tire next to the rim Sidewall of the tir
128. e audio between the left and right speakers FADE Press lt q MENU P gt to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers Next previous directory In MP3 mode press MENU oe to go to the previous next directory Flat file directory mode In MP3 mode press MENU to access this feature Use gt MENU gt to select flat file mode or directory mode Track normal music name file name Press MENU to access and use lt q P to scroll through MP3 display options track normal music name or file name 29 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 8 TUNE DISC Press to manually einige go down up lt q gt the radio frequency or to access another CD Also use in menu mode to select various settings In CATEGORY ALL press lt q 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 play the tracks on the current CD in random order In MP3 directory Mt press to play the tracks within the current directory in random order 10 COMP Compression In CD MP3 modes press to bring loud and soft passages together for a more consistent listening level 11 REPEAT Press to repeat the current CD MP3 track The selection will repeat continuously until deactivated Press REPEAT again to deactivate 12 FF Fast forward Press to manually advance in a
129. e control to unlock or lock all the doors REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the 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 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 33 feet 10 meters A decrease in operating range could be caused by e weather conditions e nearby radio towers e structures around the vehicle or e other vehicles parked next to your vehicle 63 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to e unlock the vehicle doors without a key lock all the vehicle doors without a key e 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 in troubleshooting the problem Unlocking the doors 1 Press c and release to unlock the driver s door Note The interior lamps will illuminate 2 Press C and release a
130. e headlamps are operated Install the new bulb s in reverse order 50 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Replacing front sidemarker bulbs 1 Turn 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 socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 5 Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb 6 Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockwise Install the new bulb in reverse order 51 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights 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 Install the new bulb s in reverse order 52 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights Replacing fog lamp bulbs if equipped 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and remove the 4 bulb socket from the fog lamp b
131. e installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap shoulder belt SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System 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 injuries The system is able to analyze different occupant classifications and conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of e Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints e Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners energy management retractors and safety belt usage sensors e Driver s seat position sensor e Front crash severity sensor e Front passenger sensing system e Passenger Airbag Off indicator light e Restraints Control Module RCM with impact and safing sensors e Restraint system warning light and back up tone e The electrical wiring for the airbags crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt usage sensors driver seat position sensor and indicator lights How does the Personal Safety System work The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant classification and conditions A collection of crash and o
132. e lights will not turn off if e they have been turned on with the dimmer control or e 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 system This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a no start condition Your vehicle comes with two coded keys additional coded keys may be purchased from your authorized dealer The authorized dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key Note The SecuriLock passive anti theft system is not compatible with non Ford aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Note Large metallic objects electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine These objects will not cause damage to the coded key but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engi
133. e maximum trailer weight designed for your particular vehicle see Vehicle loading earlier in this chapter Maximum trailer weight is shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle including hitch passengers and cargo and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR The Ranger is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight s as specified above Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight The Ranger vehicle electrical system is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes 2 146 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 4x4 w automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum ratio trailer frontal area weight lb of trailer kg ft m Regular Cab w 6 box 4 0L Regular Cab w 7 box 4 0L 9500 4309 5680 2576 50 4 64 SuperCab For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 296 per 1 000 ft For definition of terms used in this table see Vehicle loading earlier in To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your vehicle see Calculating the load your vehicle can carry tow earlier in this chapter Maximum trailer weight is shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle including hitch passengers and cargo and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR The Ranger is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight s as specif
134. e tire s ratio of height to width 128 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law 7 H Indicates the tire s speed rating The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions The ratings range from 81 mph 130 km h to 186 mph 299 km h These ratings are listed in the following chart Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law PQ 99 ph 59 Kr O Note For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph 240 km h tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph 299 km h tire manufacturers always use the letters
135. e vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally Inspect all your tires including the spare frequently and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning Built in treadwear indicators or wear bars which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn TTE down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm N 2 When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these wear bars the tire is worn out and must be replaced Damage Periodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for damage such as bulges in the tread or sidewalls cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended 123 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING Age Tires 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 hig
136. ease the minutes 20 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems AM FM stereo single CD MP3 Satellite Compatible system if equipped 2i gt mru aux E MENU gt TUNE REW FF REPEAT SHUFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 WARNING 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 the driving task when it is safe to do so 1 CD eject Press to eject the CD 2 CLK Clock Press CLK until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed Press lt MENU gt to adjust the hours minutes Press CLK to display the time when the ignition is off 21 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 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 b to make an adjustment in those modes SATELLITE RADIO MENU if equipped Press MENU repeatedly when satellite radio mode is active TUNE until SAT MENU is displayed Press SEEK gt or preset 6 to enter into the satellite radio menu Press 8l M
137. eck with your authorized dealer for availability 12 TEXT SCAN In radio and CD mode press for a brief sampling of Ed radio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop In MP3 mode press and release to view the next 12 characters in the MP3 music name file name of the current MP3 track and directory Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of MP3 tracks In MP3 directory mode press and hold to hear a brief sampling of all tracks in the current directory Press and hold again to stop In satellite radio mode if equipped press and release to view the Satellite text message Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels Press and hold again to stop 13 AM FM Press to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency band 14 AUX Press repeatedly to scroll through SATI SAT2 SAT3 Satellite Radio modes if equipped and LINE IN Auxiliary audio mode if equipped For further information on Auxiliary audio mode refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 25 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 15 ON OFF Volume Press to turn on off Turn 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 o
138. ecked at ambient temperatures between 50 95 F 10 80 C DO NOT ADD fluid until the transmission is at normal operating temperatures or the transmission will be overfilled 255 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 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 adding manual transmission fluid if equipped 1 Clean the filler plug 2 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 3 Fluid level should be at the bottom of the opening 4 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening am 5 Install and tighten the fill plug securely 256 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter TRANSFER 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 bo
139. ed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables 204 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 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 battery 205 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 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 conditions 206 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 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 reco
140. ehicle 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 Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop Avoid sudden braking as well Although a 4WD vehicle may accelerate better than a two wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice it won t stop any faster because as in other vehicles braking occurs at all four wheels Do not become overconfident as to road conditions Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles for stopping Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower gears Your vehicle is equipped with a Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System ABS apply the brake steadily Do not pump the brakes Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti lock brake system Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4WD vehicles without also putting them on the rear tires This could cause the rear to slide and swing around during braking Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability For this reason Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding
141. el or Tire 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 pressures frequently and adjust them to the proper pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label To check the pressure in your tire s 1 Make sure the tires are cool meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot G e driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km never bleed or reduce air pressure The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under inflated Note If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire s check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you get to the pump It is normal for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive 2 Remove the cap from the valve on one tire then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve and measure the pressure 3 Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure Note If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 4 Replace the valve cap 5 Repeat this procedure for each
142. emind you to fasten your safety belt Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate deactivate the Belt Minder chime feature Illuminates when your tire pressure is low If the light remains on at start up or while driving the tire pressure should be checked Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter When the ignition is first turned to on the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working If the light does not turn on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible For more information on this system refer to Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Low tire pressure warning 0 O Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly If it stays on while the engine is running there may be a malfunction with the charging system Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the SA normal range Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance amd Specifications chapter Engine coolant temperature if E equipped Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high Stop the vehicle as soon as possible switch off the engine and let cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter 14 2009 Ranger ran Owner
143. ent only after reducing your speed Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface e It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement You may lose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly e It often may be less risky to strike small objects such as highway reflectors with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of control or roll over Remember your safety and the safety of others should be your primary concern WARNING Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death 172 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving 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 b
144. er to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components Shorter to give it the capability to approach inclines and drive over the crest of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components All other things held equal a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase 117 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading e 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 versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example e Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires They
145. er object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty 55 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls The auxiliary power points are located on the instrument panel Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element if equipped To 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 to Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel and Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for fuse ratings and information on checking and replacing fuses To have full capacity usage of your power point the engine is required to be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery To prevent the battery from being discharged e do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running e do not leave battery chargers video game adapters computers and other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used Cigar Cigarette lighter if equipped Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket Do not hold the lighter in with yo
146. er which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly e Use only the specified fuel listed e Avoid running out of fuel e Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds e Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the service engine soon C indicator charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust to enter the vehicle Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust system i
147. erlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P Park unless the brake pedal is depressed If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P Park position with the ignition in the 4 ON position and the brake pedal depressed a malfunction may have occurred It is possible that the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly If the brakelamps are working properly and the vehicle still will not shift out of P Park see your authorized dealer for service 163 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving In an emergency to disable the malfunctioning brake shift interlock feature in order to shift the vehicle from P Park follow these steps WARNING To 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 Turn key to the 2 lock and then remove the key 2 Disconnect the negative Black battery cable from the battery 3 Insert the key and turn to 3 off Shift to N Neutral 4 Reconnect the negative Black battery cable to the battery 5 Start the vehicle See your authorized dealer for service immediately WARNING If your brake lamps are not working properly or if you have disconnected the vehicle battery cables the vehicle brake lamps and hazard flashers may not properly warn traffic of a vehicle breakdown or approaching danger which can increase the
148. et e Make sure the gearshift is in P Park P RND21 155 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving If starting a vehicle with a manual eS IY transmission 2 1 Make sure the parking brake is set 2 Push the clutch pedal to the floor H yt N 3 Turn the key to 4 on without m gt turning the key to 5 start 4 4 G D A 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 e front wheels are turned e front wheel is against the curb e steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle Some warning lights will briefly illuminate See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights Starting the engine Note Whenever you start your vehicle release the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could damage the starter 156 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving 1 Turn the key to 4 on without lt turning the key to 5 start If there 4 b is difficulty in turning the key 3 P rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely This condition may occur when e the front wheels are turned e a front wheel is against the curb Turn the key to 5 start then release the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could damage
149. etween 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 Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat WARNING Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 56 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Emergency maneuvers e n an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made remember to avoid over driving your vehicle i e turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control not more Additionally smooth variations of the accelerator and or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are called for Avoid abrupt steering acceleration or braking which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel e n the event of an emergency stop avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements WARNING Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not
150. ety Technician CPST to make certain the child restraint is properly installed 107 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching child safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren attachments The LATCH 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 Your vehicle is not equipped with the lower anchor points in the seat bight For this vehicle use the vehicle safety belt and upper tether to secure a child seat See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information Attaching child safety seats with tether straps MG Many forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which extends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tether strap on your safety seat does not reach the appropriate top tether anchor in the vehicle The tether anchors in your vehicle are located on the back of the front seat cushion The tether strap
151. ew seconds after washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on the windshield Note Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty This may cause the washer pump to overheat Check the washer fluid level frequently Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry This may scratch the glass damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield always use the windshield washer In freezing weather be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers 54 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls TILT STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED To 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 WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving CENTER CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features These include e Utility compartment with cassette compact disc storage e Cupholders e Flip up armrest WARNING Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision AUXILIARY POWER POINT 12VDC Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any oth
152. for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the internet at http www nhtsa dot gov Failure to properly restrain children in safety seats made especially for their height age and weight may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child 98 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children r Recommended EN Child size height weight or age ses ant STR Children weighing 40 Ib 18 kg or Use a child safety less generally age four or younger seat sometimes called an infant car rier convertible seat or toddler seat Children who have outgrown or no Use a belt positioning longer properly fit in a child safety booster seat seat generally children who are less than 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall are greater than age four 4 and less than age twelve 12 and between 40 Ibs 18 kg and 80 Ibs 36 kg and upward to 100 Ibs 45 kg if recommended by your
153. g DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER 2 Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board 3 Remove the old battery Note Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries 4 Insert the new battery Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity b Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming 65 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You 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 To reprogram the remote entry transmitter
154. g nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles 160 km after any wheel disturbance rotation flat tire wheel removal etc Lug nut socket Wheel lug nut torque size Bolt size Ib ft Lug nut socket size 3 4 100 135 inch 19 mm hex Bolt size V6 x 20 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners 200 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies WARNING 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 wheel Installing wheels without correct metal to metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control Note Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation If there is visible corrosion in wheel pilot hole remove loose particles by wiping with clean rag and apply grease Apply grease only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a dime 1 square cm sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface 1 with end of finger DO NOT apply grease to lugnut stud holes or wheel to brake surfaces J
155. gain within three seconds to unlock all the doors Vehicles with alarm system when the doors are not opened after 45 seconds the system will lock them again Locking the doors C e Press and release to lock all the doors The external lights will flash once to confirm lock if any of the doors are not properly closed the lamps will not flash e It 25 is pressed a second time within three seconds the lamps will flash again and the horn will chirp to confirm all doors are locked and closed If either door is ajar the lights will not flash and the horn will chirp twice Car finder Press twice within three seconds The horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash It is recommended that this method be used to locate your vehicle rather than using the panic alarm Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm The horn will sound and the parklamps will flash for approximately three minutes Press again or turn the ignition to the on position to deactivate or wait for the alarm to timeout in three minutes 64 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security 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 To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key rin
156. ge to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat FOUR WHEEL DRIVE 4WD OPERATION IF EQUIPPED WARNING 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 power to all four wheels 4WD should not be operated on dry pavement driveline damage may occur If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System and 4WD Low is selected while the vehicle is moving above 3 mph 5 km h the 4WD system will not engage This is normal and should be no reason for concern Refer to Shifting to from 4WD Low for proper operation 4WD system indicator lights e 4x4 Momentarily illuminates 4x4 when the vehicle is started Illuminates when 4H 4WD High is engaged e 4x4 LOW Momentarily 4x4 illuminates when the vehicle is started Illuminates when 4L LOW 4WD Low is engaged Using the electronic shift 4WD system 2H 2WD High Power to the rear wheels only used for street and highway driving 170 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving 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 whi
157. h 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 each headlamp Adjust the aim by turning the adjuster control either clockwise to adjust down or counterclockwise to adjust up 6 In addition to the horizontal line marked in step 2 a pair of vertical lines 5 must be marked at the center line of the headlamps on the wall or screen Lights 7 On the wall or screen locate the high intensity area of the beam pattern The left edge of the high intensity area should be even with the vertical line corresponding to the headlamp under adjustment If the left edge of the high intensity area is not even with the vertical line follow the next step to adjust it 8 Locate the horizontal adjuster for each headlamp Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to place the left edge of the high intensity area even with the vertical line corresponding to the headlamp under adjustment 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 47 Lights TURN SIGNAL CONTROL 4D e Push down to activate the left turn signal e Push up to activate the right turn signal INTERIOR LAMPS Courtesy reading lamps if equipped The courtesy lamp lights when e any
158. h loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall 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 example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall Tire replacement requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability 124 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING Only use replacement tires and
159. he appropriate foreign embassy or consulate These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel 213 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance 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 knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel Using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you contact FORD MOTOR COMPANY FORD EXPORT OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephone 313 594 4857 FAX 813 390 0804 Email expcac ford com If you are in another foreign country contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then reloca
160. he Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD IT has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the light is blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire 12 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster 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 Check fuel cap Illuminates when N 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 Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Brake system warning light To confirm the brake system warning C P light is functional it will n d illuminate when the BHAKE ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not run
161. he Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations bumper wheel nut wrench underneath the jack and tools cover on the floor SuperCab stowed in the passenger side rear cab under the plastic tray inside the storage bin or behind the jump seat in a separate tool bag Four door models stowed behind the front seats between jump seats and underneath jack and tools cover The lug wrench is held in place with a wingnut Key spare tire lock In the glove box Gf equipped 195 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 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 e one handle extension and one y typical extension To assemble LS slide parts together To disconnect depress button and pull apart e one wheel nut wrench Depress oe button and slide together 2 If equipped unlock and remove y Q m e the spare tire carrier lock from the ae rear access hole located just above Ze the rear bumper and below the tailgate T A 196 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 3 Insert the square end of the jack handle into the rear access hole located just above the rear bumper and below the tai
162. he system s memory Press MENU P to cycle through the saved songs When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete press SEEK gt or preset 6 The song will appear in the display for confirmation Press SEEK gt or preset 6 again and the display will read SONG DELETED If you do not want to delete the currently listed song press lt q MENU p to select either RETURN or CANCEL Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS e 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 46 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 e ENABLE ALERTS DISABLE ALERTS Press SEEK or preset 6 to enable disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel The system default is disabled SONG ALERTS ENABLED DISABLED will appear in the display The menu listing will display the opposite state For example if you have chosen to enable the song alerts the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on so your other option is to turn them off Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability Autoset Press MENU gt to set the stronges
163. here is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag cover as possible while maintaining vehicle control WARNING Several airbag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation WARNING If the airbag has deployed the airbag will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the airbag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision 93 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Determining if the system is operational 4j 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 e The readiness lights will either OQ flash or stay lit e The readiness lights will not N illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently
164. hicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Your vehicle may not pass the I M test if the service engine soon KY indicator is on or not working properly bulb is burned out or if the OBD II system has determined that some of the emission control systems have not been properly checked In this case the vehicle is considered not ready for I M testing If the service engine soon X Y indicator is on or the bulb does not work the vehicle may need to be serviced Refer to the On board diagnostics OBD II description in this chapter If the vehicle s engine or transmission has just been serviced or the battery has recently run down or been replaced the OBD II system may indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing To determine if the vehicle is ready for I M testing turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine If the service engine soon I Y indicator blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing if the service engine soon C indicator stays on solid it means that the vehicle is ready for I M testing The OBD II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving A complete check may take several days If the vehicle is not ready for I M testing the following driving cycle consisting of mixed city and highway driving may be performed 15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway highway
165. hicle identification number 265 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications The Vehicle Identification Number VIN contains the following information 1 World manufacturer identifier XXX X XXX X X X X XXXXXX 2 Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint lolo System d O 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO win DATE XX XX GVWR XXXXXLB XXXXXKG Label The follow g table tells you FRONT GAWR XXXXL REARGAWR XXXXLB which transmission each code XXXXKG WITH XXXXKG WITH XXXXDOOO0QC TIRES pe XXXXIKXXXXKK SS TIRES represents XXXXKX RIMS XXXX XX RIMS AT XXX KPa XX PSLOOLD AT XXX kPa XX PSI COLD THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABILE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX TYPE XXX XXXXX EXTPNT XX RC XX DSO WB BRK TINTTR TP PS R TAXLE SPR T XXXXX XXX X XX X XX LXXX XX JO00000000000 XX XXXX XXXXXXX XX Five speed automatic 5R44E 5R55E hz D O Five speed manual HD Five speed manual RD EE 266 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Accessories GENUINE FORD
166. ides valuable information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact This allows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners Driver s seat position sensor The driver s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual stage airbag based on seat position The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the airbag when it begins to inflate For some occupants like infants in rear facing child seats this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the airbag For other occupants this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained by safety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre crash braking The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front 75 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING
167. ied above Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight The Ranger vehicle electrical system is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label WARNING Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage transmission damage structural damage loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and personal injury 147 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 trailer tongue loads through the underbody structure Use a frame mounted weight distributing hitch for trailers over 2 000 Ib 907 kg Do not install a single or multi clamp type bumper hitch or a hitch which attaches to the axle Underbody mounted hitches are acceptable if they are installed properly Follow the towing instructions of a reputable rental agency Whenever a trailer hitch and hardware are removed make sure all mounting holes in the underbody are properly sealed to pre
168. igh risk of serious or fatal injuries from a deploying passenger airbag Rear facing infant seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger airbag is turned off See Passenger airbag ON OFF switch How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts 92 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries it may also cause minor abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force t
169. improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield Refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter To prolong the life of the wiper blades it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element ENGINE OIL 577 Checking the engine oil Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or 1 First manual transmission 229 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick e 2 3L I4 engine RETURNS _ u RRRS e 4 0L SOHC V6 engine 6 Wipe the dipstick clean Insert the dipstick fully then remove it again e If the oil level is between the two holes or between the MIN and MAX marks depending on application the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL e If the oil level is below the lower hole or the MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level between the two holes or between the MIN MAX range 230 2
170. in the instrument cluster will illuminate High beams ZD Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever towards you to deactivate j4 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate N N 3 Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped The daytime running light system turns the headlamps on with a reduced light output To activate e the ignition must be in the on position and e the headlamp system is in the off position or parking lamp position b WARNING Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Light DRL System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable e switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation Move the control up or down to adjust the intensity of the panel lighting Move the control to the full upright position past detent to turn on the interior lamps 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 45 Lights Note If the battery is disconnected discharged or a new battery is installed the dimmer switch requires re calibr
171. inces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage It provides the following e Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items e Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating authorized dealer There are several plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations which can be tailored to fit your own driving needs Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for towing and rental coverage When you buy Ford ESP you receive Peace of Mind protection throughout the United States and Canada provided by a network of more than 4 600 participating authorized dealers If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle you may still be eligible Since this information is subject to change please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options or visit the Ford ESP website at www ford esp com GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contact t
172. ine block heater cord plug connection is free and clear of water in order to prevent possible shock or fire Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of all combustibles such as petroleum products dust rags paper and similar items Be sure that the engine block heater heater cord and extension cord are solidly connected A poor connection can cause the cord to become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour 158 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving e 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 To clean them use a dry cloth Depending on the type of factory installed equipment your engine block heater will use 4 to 1 0 kilowatt hours of energy per hour of use Your factory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat however maximum temperature is attained after approximately three hours of operation Block heater operation longer than three hours will not improve system performance and will unnecessarily use additional electricity Make sure system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving the vehicle While not in use make sure the protec
173. ing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 e Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates e It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 e NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 e Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive Vehicles driven year round in non extreme climates should use a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter
174. ing 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 244 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING 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 bp 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 methanol leaded fuel or any other fuel The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds including manganese based additives Note Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage a loss of vehicle performance and repairs may not be covered under warranty Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Regular in high altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings less than 87 24
175. ior mirrors Floor mats 267 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Accessories Lifestyle Ash cup smoker s package Bedliners and bedmats Cargo organization and management Trailer hitches wiring harnesses and accessories TripTunes Advanced portable audio connection Peace of mind Mobile Ease hands free communication system Remote start Vehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle e When adding accessories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label Consult your authorized dealer for specific weight information e The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician e Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use e To avoid interference with other vehicle functions such as anti lock
176. iring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval e do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper e do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches 15 cm above the bottom edge of the rear bumper 151 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components e causing internal damage to the components e 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 repair required RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational RV towing An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind a motorhome These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged Note Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle Refer to the Climate controls chapter for more information 2WD and 4WD vehicles with manual transmissions Before you tow your vehicle e Release the parking brake e Move the gearshift to the neutral position e Turn the key in the ignition to the off unlocked position e The maximum recommended speed is 55 mph
177. isplayed CD CD player care Do e Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface e Inspect discs before playing e Clean only with an approved CD cleaner e Wipe discs from the center out Dont e Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time e Clean using a circular motion 34 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 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 4 P CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ballpoint pens may damage CDs Please contact your authorized dealer for further information Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your dealer or qualified technician Operating your audio system with MP3 formatted discs Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 discs upon insertion and provides you with two ways to l
178. isten to these discs e Flat file mode This mode ignores any folders on the discs and plays all MP3 files found in any folder on the disc exactly as if there were no folders on the disc When in flat file mode press E to access the previous next track e Directory mode This mode finds all of the folders on the disc and then allows you to pick any folder on the disc and play only the MP3 files in that folder When in directory mode press lt p to access the previous next MP3 file in the current folder only 9 35 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems To change directories folders press MENU and then press lt j gt to select the desired directory folder Changing between flat file mode and directory mode Your 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 e To change from directory mode to flat file mode while playing an MP3 CD Press MENU until the radio display reads Directory Then press gt The display will change from DIR to Flat File The MP3 system is now in flat file mode To change from flat file mode to directory mode while playing an MP3 CD Press MENU until the radio display reads Flat File Then press Pe The display will change from Flat File to DIR The MP3 system is now in directory mode MP3 track and fol
179. ith driving the vehicle This arrangement provides lap and shoulder belt and airbag protection for adult occupants and an attachment method for a child restraint If the child seat interferes with driving the vehicle and the child restraint is forward facing the child may be restrained in the passenger seat Move the seat as far rearward as possible to minimize the likelihood of interaction with the front passenger airbag Never place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airbag Always properly restrain all occupants including the child in an appropriate child seat or booster i WARNING Installing a child safety seat in the front row lap seating position should be avoided if at all possible di WARNING Never place a rear facing child seat in the front center seating position of a vehicle with rear seating positions f WARNING Booster seats must be installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap shoulder belt 91 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING To 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 collision WARNING An infant in a rear facing seat faces a h
180. l is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation In severe cases excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury 242 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 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 forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction WARNING When refueling always shut the engine off an
181. laced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal be disconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability A N WARNING Batteries normally produce explosive gases which S can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery When working near the battery always shield your face and protect your eyes Always provide proper ventilation 234 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING 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 WARNING Keep batteries out of reach
182. lades 220 Clock adjust AM FM cR 20 AM FM stereo CD 21 Premium AM FM stereo CD6 MP3 sene 27 Clutch TU rpa aee a ROME 254 operation while driving 167 recommended shift speeds 168 CONSOLE eec eec ete trier oes 55 Coolant checking and adding 236 refill capacities 240 259 specifications s 259 Cruise control see Speed control 58 Customer Assistance 179 Ford Extended Service Plan 213 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 213 Getting roadside assistance 179 Getting the service VOU NEC iet teer teo T 209 Ordering additional owner s literature 2s te 214 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration PTOBEAIIE euio ss 212 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 3 ete 45 Dipstick engine Oll 3 eit etr ege 229 Driveline universal joint and SMD YOKE suse quem 257 270 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving under special conditions 169 173 175 SOTiCL E E A E oem E 174 snow and ice sss 177 through water 174 178 E Emergencies roadside jump starting oo 201 Emergency Flashers 181 Emission control system 250 BIN SING cecdestaneigonecst heseceesaacdenrncages 263 Cle
183. lance Preparation Package 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction 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 situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mobile Communication Equipment includes but is not limited to cellular phones pagers portable email devices in vehicle communications systems telematics devices and portable two way radios WARNING 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 the driving task when it is safe to do so Export unique Non United States Canada vehicle specific information For your particular global region your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner s Guide A market unique supplement may be supplied that complement
184. lay Action Required NO TEXT Song title information Song title information not available NO TEXT NO SIGNAL not available Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna Update of channel programming in progress Satellite service has been deactivated by SIRIUS Satellite Radio UPDATING CALL SIRIUS 1 888 539 7474 40 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Category information not available at this time on this channel The system is working properly Category information not available at this time on this channel The system is working properly You are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS signal i e tunnel under an overpass dense foliage etc The system is working properly When you move into an open area the signal should return No action required The process may take up to three minutes Call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 to re activate or resolve subscription issues Climate Controls HEATER ONLY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 1 Fan speed adjustment Controls A the volume of air circulated in the S vehicle Pa 2 Temperature selection Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle 3 Air flow selections Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle See the following for a brief description on each control 74 Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents OFF Out
185. le the vehicle is moving this is normal and should be no reason for concern Refer to Shifting to from 4L 4WD Low for proper operation Shifting between 2H 2WD High and 4H 4WD High e Move the 4WD control between 2H and 4H at a stop or any forward speed Note Do not perform this operation if the rear wheels are slipping Shifting to from 4L 4WD Low Note Some noise may be heard as the 4WD system shifts or engages This is normal and should be no reason for concern 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission place the transmission in N Neutral on vehicles equipped with a manual transmission depress the clutch 3 Move the 4WD control to the desired position e f shifting into 4L 4WD Low wait for the 4WD LOW light in the instrument cluster to turn on indicating the shift is complete e f shifting out of 4L 4WD Low wait for the 4WD LOW light in the instrument cluster to turn off indicating the shift is complete Driving off road with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand snow mud and rough terrain and have operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles both on and off the road How your vehicle differs from other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can differ from some other vehicles Your vehicle may be higher to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or dam
186. leased have your brake system serviced immediately by an authorized dealer 160 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked To 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 BRAKE parking brake is released WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or in 1 First manual transmission Note The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes the vehicle s stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Pull the release lever to release the brake Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy NL 161 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving STEERING To help prevent damage to the power steering system e Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points until it stops for more than a few seconds when the engine is running e Do not operate the
187. lgate Forward motion will stop and resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged 4 Turn the handle counterclockwise until tire is lowered to the ground and the cable is slightly slack 5 With the spare tire on the ground remove the retainer from the spare tire Tire change procedure Roadside Emergencies WARNING When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park automatic transmission or R Reverse manual transmission WARNING To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 197 Roadside Emergencies WARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured WARNING 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 L 2 Insert tapered end of the lug wrench behind hub caps and twist them off 3 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off
188. may cause squeaking chatter noise streaking and smearing Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system 228 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING 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 Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle Turn the blade at an angle 2 from the wiper arm Push the lock tab to release the blade and pull the 2 G5 wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm 2 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance Poor wiper quality can be
189. may occur After this learning process normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear e Start the engine e Depress the brake pedal e Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P Park e Come to a complete stop e Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P Park WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the lock position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position 165 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving D Drive with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transmission P RN pet 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 Ss 9D 4 ON OFF e This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive J e O D OFF lamp is illuminated 0 D OFF
190. ment Systems Terrain 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 static you will hear an audio mute when there is a satellite radio signal interference Your radio display may display NO SIGNAL to indicate the interference SIRIUS satellite radio service SIRIUS Satellite Radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music sports news and entertainment programming A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS service Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS Satellite Radio system include e Hardware and limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle e Use of online media player providing access to all SIRIUS music channels over the internet using any computer connected to the internet U S customers only For information on extended subscription terms contact SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 Note SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change rearrange add or delete programming including canceling moving or adding particular channels and its prices at any time with or without notice to you Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming
191. mmended 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 slingbelt towing procedure On 4x2 vehicles it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground and the rear wheels off the ground On 4x4 vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground 207 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 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 without access to wheel dollies car hauling trailer or flatbed transport vehicle your vehicle regardless of transmission powertrain configuration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions e Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward direction Place the transmission in N Neutral Refer to Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N Neutral e Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph 56 km h e Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km
192. n 16 CD Press to enter CD MP3 PL mode If a CD is already present in the system the disc will begin to play 17 CD slot Insert a CD label side up VOL PUSH Premium Premium sound In dash CD6 MP3 disc satellite compatible audio systems if equipped P OT AMFM CD AUX COS MP3 LOAD as 4 VOL PUSH OO W 16 SEEK TRACK TUNE DISC C gt lt MENU E REW FF REPEAT CONE SHUT C o O90 i 26 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems WARNING 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 the driving task when it is safe to do so 1 AM FM Press to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency bands Qu 2 CD Press to enter CD MP3 mode If a CD is already in the system the disc will start playing 3 AUX Press AUX repeatedly to cycle through SAT1 SAT2 SAT3 9 Satellite radio modes if equipped and LINE IN Auxiliary audio mode if equipped For more information on Auxiliary audio mode refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter Satellite radio is available
193. nds with the light off then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds again AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS The airbag supplemental restraint system is designed to work in conjunction with the safety belts to help protect the driver and front outboard passenger from certain upper body injuries The term supplemental restraint means the airbags are intended as a supplement to the safety belts Airbags alone cannot protect as well as airbags plus 88 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 e driver and passenger dual stage airbag modules which include the inflators and airbags e one or more impact and safing sensors e the same indicator light RCM restraints control module and diagnostic unit used for the Personal safety system e Front passenger sensing system e Passenger airbag off indicator light The airbag supplemental restraints are an integral part of the Personal Safety System They are designed to be deployed in cases where the Personal Safety System has determined the occupant conditions and crash severity are appropriate to activate these devices Refer to the Personal Safety System secti
194. ne If a problem occurs turn the ignition off remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine Note Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle 67 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security Anti theft indicator The anti theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster Vehicles equipped with the A SecuriLock Passive Anti theft system behave as follows A e 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 M system is functioning as a theft deterrent e When the ignition is in the on position the indicator will glow for three seconds to indicate a programmed key has been validated and the SecuriLock Passive Anti theft system has enabled the engine Vehicles without the SecuriLock M Passive Anti theft system behave as follows e When the ignition is in the off position the indicator will not flash e When the ignition is in the on position the indicator will glow for three seconds to indicate the engine is enabled Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don t have an extra coded key you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed Repla
195. ne rating 245 263 GOLPE itin ER ES 246 running out of fuel 246 safety information relating to automotive fuels 241 Fuel pump shut off switch 181 USES a euedeseteteee 182 183 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 244 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 247 erp 16 H Hazard flashers 181 Head restraints 70 Headlamps 4 rete teet er 44 AMVETS siriar eaS 46 bulb specifications 49 daytime running lights 45 flash to pass ssses 45 high beam sess 44 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus replacing bulbs 50 turning on and off 44 Heating heating and air conditioning SVSUGIM iecit 41 42 FOO M Pr 225 I TOON 2er renis 154 263 Infant seats see Safety seats 102 Inspection maintenance I M POSTING ausente ren eter rheznes 252 Instrument panel cleaning ipee teres 220 CUSTE D 12 lighting up panel and interior npe 45 J DEO dm PEE E sas 192 positioning 0 eee 192 197 SUOTASE cdscoeiesesisstssees 192 195 196 Jump starting your vehicle 201 K KEYS sotto E 63 68 positions of the ignition 154 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart 49 daytime running light 45 fog lamps mte 44
196. ng child seat child seat 21 kg WARNING 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 vehicle seat all the way back When possible all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat 100 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING 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 instructions and warnings provided by the vehicle manufacturer A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized is inappropriate for your child s height age or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision which may result in serious injury or death WARNING Never use pillows books or t
197. ng 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 the driving task when it is safe to do so Your vehicle may be equipped with an Auxiliary Input Jack AIJ The Auxiliary Input Jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in vehicle audio system This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity To achieve optimal performance please observe the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system Required equipment 1 Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2 An audio extension cable with stereo male 1 8 in 3 5 mm connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack 1 Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off 2 Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off 3 Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle 32 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Ente
198. nger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving WARNING 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 WARNING Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity 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 perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death WARNING Loaded vehicles with a higher center of gravity may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions such as driving at slower speeds avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Brake shift interlock The vehicle is equipped with a brake shift int
199. ning or in a position between on and start or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on position If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a failure to brake proportioning Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury Anti lock brake system If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated 18 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Airbag readiness If this light fails OQ to illuminate when the ignition is A turned to on continues to flash or ZA 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 chime will also sound to r
200. notes or warnings such as standard load radial tubeless etc Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for LT type tires LT type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires these differences are described below Note Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire 1 LT Indicates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA that is intended for service on light trucks 2 Load Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual Ib kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single Ib kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single defined as two tires total on the rear axle 181 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire 1 T Indicates a type of tire designated by
201. nspected and repaired immediately 250 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING 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 intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal also lists engine displacement Please consult your Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide for complete emission warranty information On board diagnostics OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine s emission control system This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II The OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle When the service engine soon indicator illuminates the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause the service engine soon C indicator to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run
202. nsure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 202 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 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 203 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 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 WARNING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased spe
203. nt Temperature x Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Explosive Gas A Fan Warning Battery Acid Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Ta 85 D gt im Tte Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter 0 Passenger Compartment 9e So Air Filter os Dies pud wW Low Tire Pressure p Warning 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 11 Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES NIS F d 6 5 8 2 BD RPMx1000 Warning 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 on after starting the vehicle refer to the respective system warning light for additional information Service engine soon The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the on position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection Maintenance I M testing Normally the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present However if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing See t
204. nts do not trailer tow during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of a new vehicle e To ensure proper break in of powertrain components during the first 500 miles 800 km of trailer towing drive no faster than 70 mph 113 km h with no full throttle starts e Turn off the speed control The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long steep grades e Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer e To eliminate excessive automatic transmission shifting use a lower gear This will also assist in transmission cooling For additional information refer to Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter e Under extreme conditions with large frontal trailers high outside temperatures and highway speeds the coolant gauge may indicate higher than normal coolant temperatures If this occurs reduce speed until the coolant temperature returns to the normal range Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter e Anticipate stops and brake gradually e Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur 150 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 Trailer towing tips e Practice turning st
205. o Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained WARNING Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly Also you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts WARNING Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container If sprayed on the windshield engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield e Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS M97B51 A1 Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Note Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets or an equivalent product meeting Ford specification WSS M99B37 B6 may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan 238 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e Do not add mix an orange colored extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification WSS M9
206. o access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada Please note that once 911 Assist Gf equipped is enabled set ON 911 Assist may through any paired and connected cell phone disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or in certain vehicles the activation of the fuel pump shut off Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of electronically or verbally disclosing to 911 operators the vehicle location and or other details about the vehicle or crash to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services If you do not want to disclose this information do not activate the feature See your SYNC supplement for more information Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Before you drive your vehicle please read this Owner s Guide carefully Your vehicle is not a passenger car As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury or death Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambu
207. o be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING The front passenger airbag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position WARNING Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle Gncluding frame bumper front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the airbag system increasing the risk of injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle WARNING Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury 90 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Children and airbags For additional important safety information read all information on safety restraints in this guide WARNING Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat WARNING 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 facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back WARNING Front seating positions only If seating two adults and a child Ford recommends properly restraining the child in the center front seating position but only if doing so will not interfere w
208. o hot or warm wheel rims or covers e Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel rims or covers Chemical strength cleaners or cleaning chemicals in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time e Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or strong household detergent e To remove tar and grease use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 available from your authorized dealer ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing e Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage e Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components e Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean In Canada use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo CXC 66 A Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine e Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage 218 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning 2 3L 14 ENGINE N acum j UR pops
209. o increase firmness Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase I softness bs 72 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 To 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 the seat back to the original position REAR SEATS Center facing jump seat 2 door SuperCab if equipped To open pull inboard and down on the seat strap To stow the seat pull seat bottom back to the fully upright position WARNING Do not install a child seat in the center facing jump seats as there are no child restraints recommended for use in this seating position Center facing jump seat 4 door SuperCab if equipped To open pull seat assembly down then raise seatback F AN To stow the seat fold seat back i down and raise seat assembly to the fully upright position WARNING Do not install a child seat in the center facing jump seats as there are no child restraints recommended for use in this seating position 73 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Booster seats must b
210. o or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Non adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard non adjustable head restraints WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and or operate the vehicle until the seatback is placed in its proper position The driver should never adjust the seatback while the vehicle is in motion The non adjustable head restraints consist of a trimmed foam covering over the upper structure of the seatback Properly adjust the seatback to an upright driving riding position so that the head restraint is positioned as close as possible to the back of your head 70 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Adjusting the front manual seat WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips A WARNING 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
211. 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 Belt Minder is disabled for the current ignition cycle The Belt Minder feature will enable during the same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and remains buckled for seat 30 seconds Confirmation is not given for the one time isable Deactivating activating the Belt Minder feature The driver and front passenger Belt Minder are deactivated activated independently When deactivating activating one seating position do not buckle the other position as this will terminate the process Read Steps 1 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure Note The driver and front passenger Belt Minder features must be disabled enabled separately Both cannot be disable enabled during the same key cycle The driver and front passenger Belt Minder features can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that e The parking brake is set e the gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission e The ignition switch is in the off position e The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled WARNING While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt Minder this system is designed to improve your chan
212. oid permanent staining UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid specifications For best results use the following products or products of equivalent quality Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 Motorcraft Car Wash Canada only CXC 83 Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Polish ZC 8 A Motorcraft Custom Vinyl Protectant ZC 40 A Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner U S only ZC 11 A Motorcraft Leather Care Kit U S only ZC 11 D Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Dusting Cloth ZC 24 222 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning 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 Wax ZC 53 A
213. omentary clunk and ratcheting sounds Sand When driving over sand try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be required from another vehicle Remember you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution Mud and water If you must drive through high water drive slowly Traction or brake capability may be limited When driving through water determine the depth avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs if possible and proceed slowly If the ignition system gets wet the vehicle may stall 174 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Once through water always try the brakes Wet 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 As when you are driving over sand apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels If the vehicle does slide steer in the direction of the slide until you regain con
214. on in this chapter Important supplemental restraint system SRS precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module WARNING Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active airbag WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided 89 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING National Highway Traffic 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 WARNING 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 properly position yourself away from the airbag e Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably e Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position WARNING Do not put anything on or over the airbag module Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects t
215. opping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles e Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached The trailer tongue weight should be 10 1596 of the loaded trailer weight If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather hilly conditions at GCWR or any combination of these factors consider refilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube if not already so equipped Refer to the Maintenance and specifications chapter for the lubricant specification Remember that regardless of the rear axle Iube used do not tow a trailer for the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of a new vehicle and that the first 500 miles 800 km of towing be done at no faster than 70 mph 113 km h with no full throttle starts e After you have traveled 50 miles 80 km thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts e To aid in engine transmission cooling and A C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic place the gearshift lever in P Park automatic transmission or N Neutral manual transmissions e Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water Reconnect the w
216. or removing parts such as lift kits or stabilizer bars or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device such as ladder racks or pickup box cover 177 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving 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 through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially when the depth is not known Never drive through o water that is higher than the bottom SZ of the wheel rims for cars or the bottom of the hubs for trucks When driving through water traction or brake capability may be limited Also water may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Once through the water alwa
217. orms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers To protect your engine and engine s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 or an equivalent SAE 5W 20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C930 A SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine 232 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 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 designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used 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 4 0L Engine Look for this certification trademark Use SAE 5W 30 engine oil Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute
218. 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 a safety belt properly WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person WARNING Do not attempt to open the rear door when the rear safety belt is buckled as damage to the belt may occur WARNING Front and rear seat occupants including pregnant women should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming r r from until you hear a snap and feel P sd it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle MEA DA y D 78 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 2 To unfasten p
219. ove the gearshift lever to the desired gear 1 First or R Reverse 5 Release the parking brake then slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator During each shift the clutch pedal must be fully depressed to the floor Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn t interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal Failure to fully depress the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions will severely reduce the life of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim 167 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Recommended shift speeds Upshift and downshift according to the following charts Upshifts when accelerating for best fuel economy Transfer case position if equipped S om 2H or 4H 10 mph 14 km h 4 mph 5 kmh 22 mph 32 km h 9 mph 11 kmh 33 mph 50 km h 13 mph 19 km h 4 5 Overdrive 41 mph 71 km h 17 mph 27 km h Upshifts when cruising recommended for best fuel economy 2 Transfer case position if equipped 3 4 35 mph 56 km h 20 mph 32 km h Reverse 1 Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R Reverse Failure to
220. ovided by your authorized dealer for more detailed information Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight refers to the amount of the weight that a trailer pushes down on a trailer hitch Examples For a 5 000 Ib 2 268 kg conventional trailer multiply 5 000 by 0 10 and 0 15 to obtain a proper tongue load range of 500 to 750 Ib 227 to 340 kg For an 11 500 Ib 5 216 kg fifth wheel trailer multiply by 0 15 and 0 25 to obtain a proper king pin load range of 1 725 to 2 875 lb 782 to 1 304 kg WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label 141 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations WARNING Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Steps for determining the correct load limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX Ib on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from
221. owels to boost a child They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision WARNING Always restrain an unoccupied child seat or booster seat These objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop which may increase the risk of serious injury WARNING 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 part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle 101 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Transporting 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 Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1
222. pected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury Under inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire It also may result in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss of vehicle control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is the tire manufacturer s 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 Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door 121 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Lab
223. perly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover 138 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Example only CARGO Cargo Weight Tires Wheels and Loading TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION SEATING CAPACITY TOTALS FRONT2 REAR3 The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX Ibs o 7 MANUAL FOR 200 KPA 29 PS ADDITIONAL 7145 8016 420 KPA 60PS _ INFORMATION P225 60R17 200 KPA 29 PSI XXX XX2000CXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TIRE AND LOAD INFORMATION RENSEIGNEMENTS RELATIFS AUX PNEUS ET LA CHARGE SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL xX FRONT xx REAR X NOMBRE DE PLACES TOTAL AVANT ARRI RE The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg La charge du v hicule occupants et bagages ne doit Jamais d passer XXX Ibs ume seme ene FRONT LT225 75R 16 5E 200 KPA 29 PSI LT225 75R 16 5E 200 KPA 29 PSI Eh T145 80016 420 KPA 60 PSI SEcoUms _ P225 e0R17 200 KPA 29 PSI 3000000000000 XXX XX XXXX XXXX includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus
224. ping a disabled battery 201 maintenance free 234 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Index replacement specifications 258 SOLVICING cedet ero erar aner 234 Belt Minder 84 Booster seats ssessssss 112 BtakeS eee oon 159 anti lock 159 160 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 160 fluid checking and adding 254 fluid refill capacities 259 fluid specifications 259 lubricant specifications 259 Parking cristis 161 shift interlock 163 BUDS eene cane eee 48 C Capacities for refilling fluids 259 Cargo CABG cnie 61 Cell phone use es 9 Changing a tire 192 Child safety seats 102 attaching with tether SUFADS serete Estee Pete basin ex 108 in front seat woe 103 IM rear Seat eee 103 107 LATO se oett tte seed 108 recommendations 100 Child safety seats booster SOalUS erste tiec reve tau 112 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment 218 instrument panel 220 WAUOTION ORDRE 221 plastic parts wo eee 219 safety belts ssssss 221 Washing ttes 216 WAKING gotri ae enia costes aE 217 269 Index wheels eeeeeeeeeee 218 wiper b
225. ply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control e Depress the brake pedal or e Depress the clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed Note When you use the clutch pedal to disengage the speed control the engine speed may briefly increase this is normal Resuming a set speed Press the RES resume control and i release it This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed 59 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls Increasing speed while using speed control There are three ways to set a higher speed e 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 Tap Up function Each tap will increase the set speed by 1 mph 1 6 km h e Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Un Reducing speed while using speed control There are three ways to reduce a set speed e Press and hold the CST control until you get to the desired speed then release the control f Press and release the CST control to operate the Tap Down function Each tap will dec
226. railer from the vehicle s Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment It does not include passengers cargo or optional equipment Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment PAYLOAD Payload is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the Tire Label on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a Tire Label Look for THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX Ib for maximum payload The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload WARNING The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available or by payload capacity how much weight the vehicle should carry Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle do not add more cargo even if there is space available Overloading or impro
227. rain and snow However in some climates you may need to use snow tires and chains If you need to use chains it is recommended that steel wheels of the same size and specifications be used as chains may chip aluminum wheels Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains e Use only SAE Class S chains e Install chains securely verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Drive cautiously If you hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle stop and re tighten the chains If this does not work remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed Do not use tire chains on dry roads e The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains VEHICLE LOADING WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and or trailer to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability with or without a trailer Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading 137 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle s weight ratings with or without a t
228. rease the set speed by 1 mph 1 6 km h Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal if equipped until the desired vehicle speed is reached press the SET control Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control e Press the speed control OFF control e Turn OFF the ignition Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased gr d 60 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls BEDRAILS IF EQUIPPED e This bedrail is for appearance use only WARNING To help prevent injury do not use bedrail to retain cargo e Retain cargo with the pickup tiedown hooks BED EXTENDER IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a bed extender designed to extend the pickup box for larger loads To extend the bed extender 1 Lower tailgate 2 Pull the lever on each side of the bed extender to release it from the pickup box 3 Lift the bed extender over onto the tailgate 4 Evenly push down on the bed extender and push the lever in on each side locking it in place To stow the bed extender follow steps one through four in reverse order The bed extender may be used to secure a load of up to 100 Ib 45 kg on the tailgate The bed extender should always be kept in the stowed position with the tailgate closed when not in use 61 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing US
229. ring system all road wheels equipped with tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor refer to Changing tires with TPMS in the Tires Wheels amd Loading chapter Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible 192 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies WARNING The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used WARNING Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for important information If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged it will no longer function Dissimilar spare tire wheel information WARNING Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control injury or death If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel then it is intended for temporary use only This means that if you need to use it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire wheel that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged it should be replaced rather than repaired A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels and can be one of three t
230. rior in the Cleaning chapter 115 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 perform satisfactorily under off road conditions WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles To reduce the risk of serious injury or death from a rollover or other crash you must e Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers e Drive at safe speeds for the conditions e Keep tires properly inflated e Never overload or improperly load your vehicle and e Make sure every passenger is properly restrained WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt All occupants must wear seat belts and children infants must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection Study your Owner s Guide and any supplements for specific information about equipment features instructions for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS AWD and AWD Systems if equipped
231. rs if equipped C WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion 57 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls To 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 through a narrow space like an automatic car wash 4 y SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal WARNING Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience 1 Press the ON control and release it 2 Accelerate to the desired speed 58 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls 3 Press the SET control and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 5 The indicator light f on the instrument cluster will turn on Note e Vehicle 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 ap
232. rs Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning e Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish of the instrument panel interior trim and cluster lens WARNING 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 the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces clean as follows 1 Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean white cotton cloth 2 Apply Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A In Canada use Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner CXC 101 to the wiped area and spread around evenly 3 Apply more Motorcraft cleaner to a clean white cotton cloth and press the cloth onto the soiled area allow this to set at room temperature for 30 minutes 4 Remove the soaked cloth and if it is not soiled badly use this cloth to clean the area by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds 5 Following this wipe area dry with a clean white cotton cloth INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats and safety belts e Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner e Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 If grease or tar is present on the material spot clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover ZC 14 In Canada use Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner CXC 101
233. rtable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control play pause etc over the attached portable music player 5 For safety reasons connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving Also the portable music player should be stored in a secure location such as the center console or the glove box when the vehicle is in motion The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion 33 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications 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 radio reception e Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a broadcast tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is d
234. rtainment Systems 4 Turn 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 Turn 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 You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low 7 Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls Troubleshooting 1 Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control 2 Do not set the portable music player s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality Many portable music players have different output levels so not all players should be set at the same levels Some players will sound best at full volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume 3 If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels turn the portable music player volume down If the problems persists replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player 4 The po
235. s 1 Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked 2 Put the key in the ignition 3 Turn the key from the 2 Cock position to 3 off 4 Cycle eight times rapidly within 10 seconds between the 3 off position and 4 on Note The eighth turn must end in the 4 on position 5 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been activated 6 Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter Note If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again 7 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed 8 Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter 9 Turn the ignition to the 3 off position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters Note After 20 seconds you will automatically exit the programming mode 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the personal alarm The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if e the ignition switch is turned to the on position or e the remote transmitter lock control is pressed or e after 25 seconds of illumination 66 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security The insid
236. s Press the button once until TRIP O appears in the display this A represents the trip mode To reset the trip press and hold the control again for approximately two seconds until the trip reading is 0 0 miles kilometers To toggle between trip and odometer press and release the control 17 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Tachometer 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 F is in the on position The fuel ho gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade Proper gauge indication requires the ignition to be in the off or accessory position during refueling otherwise correct fuel indication after refueling can be slow to update Also a minimum of three gallons 11 liters is needed for correct indication after refueling The arrow near the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information 18 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems AUDIO SYSTEMS AM FM stereo if equipped 4 SEEK eee 4 TUNE gt WARNING Driving while distracted c
237. s Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster WARNING 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 ZD 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 A ignition is in the on position and any CN door is open Ly Overdrive off if equipped 0 D Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has OFF been turned off refer to the Driving chapter If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Four wheel drive low if 4x4 equipped Illuminates when four wheel drive low is engaged LOW Four wheel drive high if 4x4 equipped Illuminates when four wheel drive high is engaged It may also illuminate when the 4WD LOW is engaged Refer to the Driving chapter for more information Anti theft system Flashes when D the SecuriLock Passive Anti theft System has been activated A 15 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Speed control if equipped Illuminates when the speed control is engaged Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If th
238. s every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING Fuel pump shut off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration e g collision when parking To reset the switch refer to the Fuel pump shut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION A Warning 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 A Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before L i touching or attempting adjustment of any kind Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this re
239. s may be out of alignment Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer Front wheel drive FWD vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension if equipped may require alignment of all four wheels The tires should also be balanced periodically An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle will help your tires wear more evenly providing better tire performance and longer tire life e Rear Wheel Drive RWD vehicles Four Wheel Drive 4WD All Wheel Drive AWD vehicles front tires at top of diagram NN NNANNAANAN ANA NAAN So NN NNNANSN ASS Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires 127 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 Your 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 size or appearance from the road
240. s the tire is removed The pressure sensor is located opposite 180 degrees from the valve stem Care must be taken when changing the tire to avoid damaging the sensor It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle The Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure is significantly low Once the light is illuminated your tires are under inflated and need to be inflated to the manufacturer s recommended tire pressure Even if the light turns ON and a short time later turns OFF your tire pressure still needs to be checked Visit www checkmytires org for additional information 134 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 To restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System have the damaged road wheel tire repaire
241. s this book By referring to the market unique supplement if provided you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle This Owner s Guide is written primarily for the U S and Canadian Markets Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export Refer to this Owner s Guide for all other required information and warnings 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert N Fasten Safety Belt r Airbag Side A Child Seat Tether on il Anchor Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Stability Control System n sy Master Lighting Switch G S Fog Lamps Front ZD Fuel Pump Reset E Windshield Su Defrost Demist 10 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus See Owner s Guide Airbag Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Parking Brake System Parking Aid System Speed Control Hazard Warning Flasher Fuse Compartment Windshield Wash Wipe Rear Window Defrost Demist Aud Y gt J 2 OOG ous oe 2 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows dem Power Window Lockout Front Rear Child Safety Door Interior Luggage Lock Unlock Compartment Release Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coola
242. sage of a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel can lead to impairment of the following e Handling stability and braking performance e Comfort and noise e Ground clearance and parking at curbs e Winter weather driving capability e Wet weather driving capability e All Wheel driving capability Gf applicable e Load leveling adjustment if applicable When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel additional caution should be given to e Towing a trailer e Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body e Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel and seek service as soon as possible 194 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 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 when the spare is in use To restore the full functionality of the TPMS system all road wheels equipped with the tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle Have a flat tire serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor refer to Tive Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in t
243. sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion For most objects that are in the front passenger seat the passenger airbag will be disabled Even though the passenger airbag is disabled the pass airbag off light may or may not be illuminated according to the table below A Pass Airbag Off Passenger Small i e three ring binder Unlit Disabled small purse bottled water Medium i e heavy briefcase Lit Disabled fully packed luggage Empty seat or small to Li Disabled medium object with safety belt buckled 97 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING 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 instructions about using airbags Important child restraint precautions WARNING Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their height age and weight Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child WARNING All children are shaped differently The Recommendations
244. side air is shut out and the fan will not operate lt A Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents Distributes outside air through the floor vents T Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents WW Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents Operating tips e To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in the 47 position To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle during cold or warm weather do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position e Under normal weather conditions do not leave the air flow selector in OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe using the outside air inlet vents e Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air flow to the back seats e Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield 41 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Climate Controls To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Select Wf 2 Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort 3 Set the fan speed to the highest setting 4 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel MANUAL HEATING AN
245. signed to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 139 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 119 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading TIRES Tires 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 e Tire label A label showing the OE Original Equipment tire sizes recommended inflation pressur
246. smission automatic operation 163 brake shift interlock BSI 163 fluid checking and adding manual iess tette 256 fluid refill capacities 259 lubricant specifications 259 manual operation 167 TORN SIGNAL 3 3 teres 48 V Vehicle Identification Number CVINDV sever osten E 265 Vehicle loading 137 camper bodies 153 Ventilating your vehicle 157 274 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus WwW Warning lights see Lights 12 Washer fluid 228 Water Driving through 178 Windows DOWEL 56 Windshield washer fluid and WIDerS siirsi inina 54 checking and adding fluid 228 replacing wiper blades 229 Wrecker towing e 207
247. spect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction 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 Your vehicle does not need an extensive break in Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of new vehicle operation Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in Drive your new vehicle at least 1 000 miles 1 600 km before towing a trailer For more detailed information about towing a trailer refer to Trawler towing in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating Se
248. switch is located on the right side of the passenger footwell behind the fuse panel door To reset the switch 1 Turn 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 Turn the ignition on 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to off 6 Make another check for leaks FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire 182 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Standard Cartridge i Fuse link maxi fuses cartridge Videt Videt 4A Pink Pik fuses a 15A Blue Bue c Green Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located under the right hand side of the instrument panel behind the kick panel A fuse puller tool is located near the lower right corner of the fuse box this tool will assist you in pulling the fuses out for inspe
249. t local radio stations for AM FM1 FM2 without losing your original manually set preset stations When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets Bass Press i MENU P to decrease increase the bass setting Treble Press lt q MENU P to decrease increase the treble setting Balance Press A MENU P to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers Fade Press 4 MENU to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers 23 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Next previous directory In MP3 mode press lt q MENU gt to go to the previous next directory Flat file directory mode In MP3 mode use i MENU p to select flat file mode or directory mode Normal Track title File name Use lt q gt to scroll through MP3 display options track normal music name or file name 5 TUNE Press to manually go 5 down up lt q the radio frequency and also to select various settings in menu mode 6 SHUFF Shuffle Press to play the current CD MP3 tracks in random order In MP3 directory mode press to play the tracks within the current directory in random order 7 REPEAT Press to repeat the current CD MP3 track The selection will repeat continuously until deactivated Press REPEAT again to deactivate
250. t may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 4 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases Child booster seats The belt positioning booster booster seat is used to improve the fit of the vehicle safety belt Children outgrow a typical child seat e g convertible or toddler seat when they weigh about 40 Ib 18 kg and are around four 4 years of age Consult your child safety seat owner guide for the weight height and age limits specific to your child safety seat Keep your child in the child safety seat if it properly fits the child remains appropriate for their weight height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle 111 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt positioning booster Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap shoulder safety belts fit better They lift the child
251. t uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder The drawings below also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child s hips If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instructions The importance of shoulder belis Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap shoulder belts in the back seat 114 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 WARNING 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 part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision Child restraint and safety belt maintenance WARNING Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions co
252. tably extended on the floor while the vehicle is still in motion Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased 96 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING 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 e e passenger sensing system the 9 airbag readiness lamp in the IN instrument cluster will stay lit Do NOT attempt to repair or service the system take your vehicle immediately to the dealer WARNING The front passenger airbag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center seating position WARNING An out of position front center occupant could affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner s Guide The front passenger
253. te outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations Customers in the U S should call 1 800 392 3673 ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 Or to order a free publication catalog call toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST Helm Incorporated can also be reached by their website www helminc com Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card check or money order 214 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance 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 cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NH
254. tery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off e Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels e Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch pedal place the gearshift in 1 First and release the clutch pedal 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels 224 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on e Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Block the wheels e 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 WARNING To 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 OPENING THE HOOD d p 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod 225 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
255. the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA that is intended for temporary service on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks 2 145 Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire S OY TS L a ws Qvo sgn anae 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 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 Location of the tire label You will find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading with and without a trailer section 132 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to O 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 or tire
256. the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire 154 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving WARNING 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 WARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission e Make sure the parking brake is s
257. the ground 4 Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 1 inch 25 mm off the ground e Front 198 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies e Rear WARNING To 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 e Never use the differential as a jacking point 5 Remove the wheel lug nuts with the lug wrench 6 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 7 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 8 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification 9 Stow the flat tire Refer to Stowing the flat spare tire 10 Stow the jack and lug wrench Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive 11 Unblock the wheels 199 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Stowing the flat spare tire Note Failure to follow spare tire stowage instr
258. the shoulder and chest e Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip 112 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Types 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 e 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 restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat High back booster seats If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice 113 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 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 bel
259. tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall Information on P type tires P215 65R15 95H is an example of a tire size load index and speed rating The definitions of these items are listed below Note that the tire size load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example 1 P Indicates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA that may be used for service on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks Note If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association 2 215 Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 65 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives th
260. tive cover seals the prongs of the engine block heater cord plug BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer Refer to Brake system warning light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake system warning light B RAKE Four wheel anti lock brake system ABS This vehicle is equipped with an anti lock braking system ABS A noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events and the brake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel bumps wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle s anti lock brake system Note The ABS performs a self check after you start the engine and begin to drive away A brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test This is normal If a malfunction is found the ABS warning light will come on If the vehicle 159 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel
261. to breathe using the outside air inlet vents e Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats e Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C position reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle s transmission into the PARK gear position automatic transmission only to continue to receive cool air from your A C system To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Select JP 2 Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort 3 Set the highest fan speed 4 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel 43 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL XX Turns the lamps off p Turns on the parking lamps instrument panel lamps license plate lamps and tail lamps ZD Turns the low beam headlamps on Fog lamp control if equipped 0 The fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is in the ZD orP position and the high beams are not turned on Pull the headlamp control towards you to turn fog lamps on The fog lamp indicator light 0
262. to use the same MP3 disc for a variety fi mps 9 of tasks on your work computer Jo mp3 home computer and your in vehicle system FTM 6 L mp3 e LP doc El ppt z xls In flat file mode the system will display and play the structure as if it were only one level deep all mp3 files will be played regardless of being in a specific folder In directory mode the system will only play the mp3 files in the current folder Satellite radio information if equipped Satellite radio channels SIRIUS broadcasts a variety of music news sports weather traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels visit www sirius com in the United States www sirius canada ca in Canada or call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 Satellite radio reception factors To receive the satellite signal your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the roof of your vehicle The vehicle roof provides the best location for an unobstructed open view of the sky a requirement of a satellite radio system Like AM FM there are several factors that can affect satellite radio reception performance e Antenna obstructions For optimal reception performance keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible 37 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertain
263. trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 1 mpg 0 4 km L is lost for every 400 Ib 180 kg of weight carried Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 8 10 miles 12 16 km of driving Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal Four wheel drive operation if equipped is less fuel efficient than two wheel drive operation Close windows for high speed driving 249 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications EPA fuel economy estimates Every new vehicle should have a window sticker containing EPA fuel economy estimates Contact your authorized dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA fuel economy estimates should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic convert
264. trol of the vehicle If the transmission transfer case or front axle are submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary Driving through deep water may damage the transmission If the front or rear axle is submerged in water the axle lubricant should be replaced After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components Tread Lightly is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas Ford Motor Company joins the U S Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by treading lightly Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline you should always try to drive straight up or straight down Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills A danger lies in losing traction slipping sideways and possibly rolling over Whenever driving on a hill determine beforehand the route you will use Do not drive over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side Do not drive in reverse over a hill without the aid of an observer 175 2009 Ranger ran O
265. ttempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 18 000 miles 29 000 km whichever occurs first 1 Two or more repair attempts are made on the same non conformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE B Dearborn MI 48126 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU BBB AUTO LINE PROGRAM U S ONLY Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three step 211 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance 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
266. ttom of the opening Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for maintenance intervals If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will also be necessary AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the air filter element listed Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter 257 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING To 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 air filter element is not used MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS 2 3L I4 engine 4 0L V6 engine Air filter element FA 1744 FA 1658 Fuel filter FG 1036 FG 1036 l The PCV valve is a critical emission component It is one of the items listed in scheduled maintenance information and is
267. ty belts to enhance comfort If uncomfortable you are uncomfortable try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible this can improve comfort was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of don t work death to front seat occupants by 4596 in cars and by 6096 in light trucks crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than my clothes wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people Pm Set the example teen deaths occur 4 times more with don t wear often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people belts Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see have an Airbags offer greater protection when used with airbag safety belts Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers Td rather be Not a good idea People who are ejected are 40 thrown clear times more likely to DIE Safety belts help prevent ejection WE CAN T PICK OUR CRASH 86 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt Minder chime To do so may adversely affect the performance
268. uctions 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 Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle The effort to turn the jack handle increases significantly as the tire contacts the frame The spare tire carrier will ratchet when the tire is in the fully stowed position The spare tire carrier has a built in ratchet feature that will not allow you to overtighten If the spare tire carrier ratchets with very little effort take the vehicle to your authorized dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience 4 Check that the tire lies flat against the frame assembly Push against the tire to make sure it is tightly seated under the vehicle Loosen and retighten if necessary Failure to properly stow the spare tire may result in failure of the winch cable and loss of the spare tire 5 Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire pressure every six months per Scheduled Maintenance Guide or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other components 6 Install the spare tire lock if equipped into the access hole above the rear bumper with the spare tire lock key if equipped and jack handle WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lu
269. uld result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Inspect the vehicle safety belts and child safety seat systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the vehicle and child seat safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears or cuts Replace if necessary All vehicle safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front safety belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat LATCH if equipped and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Refer to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted WARNING Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Refer to Inte
270. ur hand while it is heating this will damage the lighter element and socket The lighter will be released from its heating position when it is ready to be used Note Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty and can result in fire or serious injury POWER WINDOWS IF EQUIPPED WARNING Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows They may seriously injure themselves 56 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls WARNING 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 e Push down to the first detent and hold the switch to open AUTO e Pull up and hold the switch to close One touch down Allows the driver s window to open fully without holding the control down Push the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly The window will open fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirro
271. urrent odometer reading In some states you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states 210 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance In the United States a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson Moss Warranty 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 or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws IN CALIFORNIA U S ONLY California Civil Code Section 1793 2 d requires that if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle and reimburse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of a
272. ush the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle P Y a d A Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat and rear center facing jump seat lap belts if equipped The lap belt does not adjust automatically WARNING The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not across the waist Insert the tongue into the correct Vv buckle the buckle closest to the 7T direction the tongue is coming from To lengthen the belt turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle To tighten the belt pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use For the rear jump seat shorten and fold the belt into the seat when not in use 79 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Energy management feature e 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 e This energy management system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest The front outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The driver safety belt
273. ve 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 172 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 e Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance e Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 130 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label The tire suppliers may have additional markings
274. vent noxious gases or water from entering Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you Do not attach safety chains to the bumper Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual automatic or surge type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer s specifications The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations WARNING Do not connect a trailer s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR 148 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Trailer lamps Trailer 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 with an integral hitch and requires only a ball with a 3 4 inch 19 mm shank di
275. ver curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking WARNING If your vehicle is stuck in snow mud sand etc do not rapidly spin the tires spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds WARNING Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 56 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there s always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic This may further damage the flat tire but your safety is more important If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged immediately reduce your speed Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road Stop and inspect the tires for damage If a tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected 126 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 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 wheel
276. 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 illustration depicts the advantage of an ABS equipped vehicle on bottom to a non ABS equipped vehicle on top during hard braking with loss of front braking traction N WARNING The Anti Lock system does not decrease the time necessary to apply the brakes or always reduce stopping distance Always leave enough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to stop Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces However the ABS does not decrease stopping distance ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on If ABS the light does not illuminate during start up remains on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled normal braking is still effective If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake B RAKE re
277. wners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving 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 enough power to the wheels to climb the hill Too much power will cause the tires to slip spin or lose traction resulting in loss of vehicle control Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating Do not descend in neutral instead disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear When descending a steep hill avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control When you brake hard the front wheels can t turn and if they aren t turning you won t be able to steer The front wheels have to be turning in order to steer the vehicle Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will help you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control Your vehicle is equipped with a Four Wheel Anti lock Brake System ABS apply the brakes steadily Do not pump the brakes 176 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other v
278. y b turning counterclockwise d 2 Disconnect the electrical connector Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing high mount brakelamp bulb 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is p in the off position and remove the J N two screws and lamp assembly from M qe D vehicle 2 Remove the bulb socket from amp assembly by rotating it counterclockwise 3 Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and reach behind the rear bumper to locate the bulb socket 2 Twist the socket counterclockwise and remove 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the new bulb s in reverse order 53 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls MULTI FUNCTION LEVER Windshield 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 Windshield washer Push the end of the stalk e briefly causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid e a quick push and hold the wipers will swipe several times with washer fluid e along push and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds Courtesy wipe feature One extra wipe will occur a f
279. ypes 1 T type mini spare This spare tire begins with the letter T for tire size and may have Temporary Use Only molded in the sidewall 2 Full size dissimilar spare with label on wheel This spare tire has a label on the wheel that states THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above do not e Exceed 50 mph 80 km h e Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label e Tow a trailer e Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire e Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time e Use commercial car washing equipment e ry to repair the dissimilar spare tire 193 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following e Handling stability and braking performance e Comfort and noise e Ground clearance and parking at curbs e Winter weather driving capability e Wet weather driving capability 3 Full size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel do not e Exceed 70 mph 113 km h e Use more than one dissimilar spare tire wheel at a time e Use commercial car washing equipment e Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire wheel The u
280. ys dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes 178 2009 Ranger ran Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To 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 Vehicle Limited Warranty The service is available e 24 hours seven days a week e for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card included in your Owner Guide portfolio Roadside assistance will cover e a flat tire change with a good spare except vehicles that have been supplied with a tire inflation kit e battery jump start e lock out assistance key replacement cost is the customer s responsibility fuel delivery Independent Service Contractors if not prohibited by state local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2 0 gallons 7 5L of gasoline or 5 gallons 18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period e winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries e towing Ford Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 3 km of the disablement location or to the ne

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