Ford 2005 Ranger v.2 Bedienungsanleitung

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 14Entertainment Systems 16AM/FM stereo 16AM/FM Stereo single CD/MP3 system 18AM

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

Every day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge to checkpressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired.A

Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures andmay result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙blowout⬙,with unexpected loss of

when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. Never “bleed” or reduce airpressure when

The installation of replacement tires with steel cord body plies in the tiresidewall may cause malfunction of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS

It is not recommended that the vehicle be operated in 4WD modes witha temporary emergency spare tire. If 4WD operation is necessary, do notoperate abo

Location of the spare tire and toolsThe spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the followinglocations:Tool LocationSpare tire Under the v

2. If equipped, unlock and removethe spare tire carrier lock from therear access hole located just abovethe rear bumper and below thetailgate.3. Inser

If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could beseriously injured.1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and place gearshi

• Front• RearTo lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not putany part of your body under thevehicle while changing a tire. Donot start the engine when

10. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts, in the ordershown. Refer to Wheel lug nuttorque specifications later in thischapter for the proper

It may take a long period of time for the system to detect animproperly installed or properly re-installed fuel filler capdepending on driving and fue

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSRetighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 50–100 miles (80–160km) after any wheel disturbance (rotation, fl

Information on “P” type tiresP215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is notrequired by federal law.Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h)M 81 mph (130 km/

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades• Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested u

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

the road in adverse (wet, snowy, etc.) conditions. Visually check yourtires for uneven wear, looking for high and low areas or unusuallysmooth areas.

• Avoid potholes and objects on the road• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingIf your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand

help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance andlonger tire life. Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximatelyeve

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSDriving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss ofvehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended perio

Safety belt: Reminds you to fastenyour safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt.Charging system: Illuminates whenth

Base Curb Weight – is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank offuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, oropti

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle(front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload.GAWR (Gross Axle Wei

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo).

mandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheeltrailer), a

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will betransferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how thisreduc

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehiclesFor important information regarding safe operation of this typeof veh

4x2 w/manual transmissionEngine RearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailer weight- lb. (kg)Maximumfrontal area oftrailer - ft2(m2)Regular Cab w/

4x4 w/manual transmissionEngine RearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailerweight - lb.(kg)Maximumfrontal area oftrailer - ft2(m2)Regular Cab w/6

4x2 w/automatic transmissionEngine RearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailer weight- lb. (kg)Maximum frontalarea of trailer -ft2(m2)Regular Cab

Four wheel drive low (ifequipped): Illuminates whenfour-wheel drive low is engaged.Four wheel drive high (ifequipped): Illuminates whenfour-wheel driv

4x2 w/automatic transmissionEngine RearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailer weight- lb. (kg)Maximum frontalarea of trailer -ft2(m2)The Ranger

4x4 w/automatic transmissionEngine RearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailer weight- lb. (kg)Maximumfrontal area oftrailer - ft2(m2)To determin

Whenever a trailer hitch and hardware are removed, make sure allmounting holes in the underbody are properly sealed to prevent noxiousgases or water f

significantly increase the loads on the bumper and its attachments. Thiscan result in the failure of the bumper or the bumper attachments. Useof any t

• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.• To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin

When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval:• do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge ofthe rear bumper.• do

Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission4x2 and 4x4 vehicles with an automatic transmission follow theseguidelines for recreational towing:• R

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, lo

Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the riskof fire or other damage.Do

If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission:• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).If starting a vehicle

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to i

Using the engine block heater (if equipped)An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in startingand heater/defroster performance. Use

keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor andbrake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and thebrake pedal may sudd

The BRAKE warning lamp willilluminate and will remainilluminated until the parking brakeis released.To release, pull the lever (2).Always set the park

PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLEUtility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles.In a rollover crash, an unbelted

When the key is in the ignition and in the OFF position, theautomatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P(Park) position without the brak

P (Park)This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels fromturning.To put your vehicle in gear:• Start the engine• Depress the brak

• O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.• Provides engine braking.• Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D toother gears. Examples: city

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 theneutral po

Upshifts when accelerating (for best fuel economy)Maximum downshift speedsShift from:Transfer case position (if equipped)2H or 4H 4L5 (Overdrive) - 4

Trip odometer: Registers the miles(kilometers) of individual journeys.Press the button once until “TRIP”appears in the display (thisrepresents the tri

Removing the keyTurn the ignition off, push therelease lever (located above theignition), then turn the key towardyou and remove the key.If your vehic

• 4x4 LOW – Momentarilyilluminates when the vehicle isstarted. Illuminates when 4L(4WD Low) is engaged.Using the electronic shift 4WD system2WD (2WD H

4. Move the 4WD control to the desired position.• If shifting into 4WD LOW (4WD Low), wait for the 4WD LOW light inthe instrument cluster to turn on i

pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steeringwheel too sharply while returning to the road surface.• It may be safer to stay on th

not more. Additionally, smooth variations of the accelerator and/orbrake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed arecalled for.

SandWhen driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solidarea of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lowergear

After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshaftsand tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes animbal

Descend a hill in the same gear youwould use to climb up the hill toavoid excessive brake applicationand brake overheating. Do notdescend in neutral;

Maintenance and ModificationsThe suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designedand tested to provide predictable performance wheth

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program

AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED)1. AM/FM: Press to selectAM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands.2. CLK: Press until SELECT HOUR/ SELECT MINS appears.PressAUDIO to adjus

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will

This switch is located under theright-hand side of the glove box,just above the carpet.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition OFF.2. Check the fuel

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 5A Instrument panel dimmer switch2 10A Tra

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description11 10A Smart Junction Box (SJB) (Logicpower)12 15A Center console subwoofer

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description31 20A Front park lamps, Rear parklamps, License plate lamps32 5A Brake swi

2.3L engine (if equipped)The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description1 40A** Interio

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description14 — Not used15 — Not used16 — Not used17 40A** ABS (motor)18 — Not used19 20A** Eng

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description42 7.5A* Trailer tow (left turn)43 — Not used44 — Not used45A — Wiper HI/LO relay45B

3.0L and 4.0L engines (if equipped)The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description1 40A

4. Tune: Press to manually go down/up ( / ) the radio frequencyand in audio mode to select various settings.5. Memory presets: To set astation: Select

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description15 — Not used16 — Not used17 40A** ABS (motor)18 — Not used19 — Not used20 — Not use

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description43 — Not used44 — Not used45A — Wiper HI/LO relay45B — Wiper Park/Run relay46A — A/C

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electric

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disc

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handli

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf yo

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a

AM/FM STEREO SINGLE CD/MP3 SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)1. CD eject: Press to eject the CD.2. CLK (Clock):Press CLK untilSELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS isdisplayed

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY)The Dispute Settlement Board is:• an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes.• avai

Board membershipThe Board consists of:• Three consumer representatives• A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Boa

before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentationmay be

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have

GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADABefore exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact theappropriate foreign embassy or consulate.

Or call:For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ESTHelm, Incorporated can also be reached b

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is

racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowlarea. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time.PAINT CHIPSYour

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine.• 2.3L I4 engine• 3.0L V6 engine2005 Ranger (ran)Owners Guide (post-2002

• 4.0L SOHC V6 engine• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage.PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED)

your original manually set preset stations.When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1will begin playing. If there are

• Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion ofthe instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect thedriver f

Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wetclothing comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, theleather should

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 C

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide sc

• Manual transmission:1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral).2. Block the wheels.Note: Do not start your e

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT2.3L I4 engine1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Engine coolant reservoir3. Engine oil dipstick4.

3.0L V6 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir3. Engine oil filler cap4. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equi

4.0L SOHC V6 engine1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped)3. Engine oil filler cap4. Engine oil dip

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID• 2.3L engine• 3.0L and 4.0L enginesAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the re

If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C),use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to usewasher fluid with antifreez

Seating and Safety Restraints 60Seating 60Safety restraints 62Air bags 73Child restraints 82Tires, Wheels and Loading 95Tire Information 98Tire Inflat

12. SCAN: Press to toggle betweenSCAN ON and SCAN OFF. Whenactivated, the system scans upthrough and plays a brief sampling of available radio station

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• 4.0L SOHC V6 engine6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.• If the oil level is between the two holes or betwe

• 3.0L V6 engine• 4.0L SOHC V6 engine• Oil levels above the upper hole or MAX mark may cause enginedamage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by

2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap

4.0L EngineLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Insti

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.How

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,resulting in personal injury a

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 isreco

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When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“C

AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE, CD/MP3 SOUND SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. CD eject: Press to eject the CD.2. CLK (Clock): Press CLK untilSELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is

CXC-209 (Canada), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44–Dwith the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty OrangeEngine Coolant or any oran

5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture (seeabove), to within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level onthe reserv

• NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%.• Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% willdecrease the overheat protection characte

How fail-safe cooling worksIf the engine begins to overheat:• The engine coolant temperaturegauge will move to the red (hot)area.• Thesymbol will illu

Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to aservice facility as soon as possi

• Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kindcan lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases,excessive or p

• Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuelUse the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling anungrounded f

If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure orvacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or causethe fuel cap to disengag

It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fueltank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octanerating.

possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommendtaking fuel econ

Autoset: Press MENU to access theautoset setting. Allows you to setthe strongest local radio stationswithout losing your originalmanually set preset s

3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current odometer reading.4. Subtract your initial odometer reading fro

• Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fueleconomy.• Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.Maintenance• Keep tires

It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the windowsticker. These numbers represent the Range of MPG (L/100 km)expected on the vehi

permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or preventit from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is onthe Vehi

condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, aminimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary asdescribed below

• 4.0L V6 engineCheck the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessa

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIRThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels below the “M

TRANSMISSION FLUIDChecking automatic transmission fluid• Refer to scheduled maintenance information for scheduled checkand change intervals.• Transmis

Low fluid levelDo not drive the vehicle if the fluidlevel is at or below the bottom ofthe dipstick.High fluid levelFluid levels above the safe rangema

Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricantspecifications in this chapter.Checking and adding transfer case fluid (if equipped)1

7. Tape 1–2: Press to changeplaying sides of the tape.8. TEXT: In MP3 mode, press toview the next 12 characters in theMP3 Music name/file name of thec

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCERefer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriateintervals for changing the air filter element.When changing the ai

Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severeengine damage. The customer warranty may be voided for any damage tothe engine

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityEngine oil(includes filterchange)7Motorcraft SAE5W- 20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Mot

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityTransmissionfluid1MotorcraftMERCON威 ATF5-speed manual 2.8 quarts(2.65L)3MotorcraftMERCON威VATF4x2 vehicleswith a

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityFuel tank N/A Regular cab(Short wheelbase)17 gallons(64.4L)Regular cab(Long wheelbase)20.3 gallons(76.8L)SuperC

of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication onthe dipstick’s normal operating range.3Service refill capacity for the manual

ItemFord partname orequivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationBrake fluid andclutch fluid (ifequipped)Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle Bra

ItemFord partname orequivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationHinges, doorchecks, latches,striker plates,fuel filler doorhinge and seattracksMulti-Pur

1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalentmeeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill ofTraction-Lok axles.2

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off. If activated, the player will scan the tape and plays a shortIntroduction of each song. In CD and MP3 flat file mode, you may set thescan on or o

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedt

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Plea

Transmission/Transaxle code designationsYou can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certificationlabel. The following table tells you wh

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford

Splash guardsStep barsTonneau coversWheelsInterior styleConsolesElectrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrorsFloor matsLeather wrapped steerin

For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:• When adding accessories,

AAir bag supplemental restraintsystem ...73and child safety seats ...75description ...

wiper blades ...189Clock adjustAM/FM Stereo ...16AM/FM stereo CD...18AM/FM stereo t

specifications ...235, 238Exhaust fumes ...141FFail safe coolant ...212Fluid capacities ...

KKeyspositions of the ignition ...137LLampsbulb replacementspecifications chart ...41daytime running light ...37fog l

PREMIUM/AUDIOPHILE IN-DASH CD6/MP3 DISC PIONEER AUDIOSYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)1. AM/FM: Press to selectAM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands.2. CD: Press to enter CD

extension assembly ...68for adults ...64–66for children ...82–83lap belt ...

Ventilating your vehicle ...141WWarning lights (see Lights) ...10Washer fluid ...198Water, Driving through ...

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6. MENU: Press MENU repeatedlyto toggle through the followingmodes and use/ to makeadjustment in those modes.Autoset: Allows you to set thestrongest l

10. Compression (Audiophileaudios only): In CD/MP3 modes,press to bring loud and softpassages together for a more consistent listening level.11. REPEA

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,certain recordable and re

2. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If aCD is already present in the system,the disc will begin play.3. CLK (Clock): Press CLK untilSELECT HOUR/SELECT MINU

Maintenance and Specifications 193Engine compartment 195Engine oil 199Battery 205Engine Coolant 207Fuel information 214Air filter(s) 230Part numbers 2

TREB (treble): Press TUNE to decrease/increase the treblelevels.BAL (Balance):PressTUNE to adjust the audio between theleft and right speakers.FADE: P

14. MUTE: Press to mute theplaying media. Press again to returnto the playing media.15. REW (rewind): Press tomanually reverse a CD track.16. SEEK: In

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORSThere are three factors that can affect radio reception:• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, theweak

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,certain recordable and re

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Temperature selection:Controls the tempe

4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ventslocated in

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with theairflow to the back seats.• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Foglam

High beamsPush the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever towards you to deactivate.Flash to passPull toward you slightly to acti

AIMING THE HEADLAMPSThe headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed before leaving theassembly plant. If your vehicle is involved in an accident or i

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

5. Locate the vertical adjuster foreach headlamp. Adjust the aim byturning the adjuster control eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise (t

INTERIOR LAMPSCourtesy/reading lamps (if equipped)The courtesy lamp lights when:• any door is opened.• the instrument panel dimmerswitch is held up un

Function Number ofbulbsTrade numberRear stop/turn/tail lamps 2 4157K or 3157KRear license plate lamps 2 194Backup lamp 2 3156Dome lamp 1 912Map/dome-S

4. Remove the bulb retaining ring byrotating it counterclockwise andslide the ring off the plastic base.5. Remove the old bulb by pulling itstraight o

3. Remove screw(s) from lampassembly and disengage lampassembly (it has a snap fit).4. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromlamp assembly

Replacing tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and the openthe tailgate to expose the lampassemblies.2. R

Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and remove thebulb socket from the foglamp byturning count

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers(from desired interval to low or hi

To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped)Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)To adjust your mirrors:1. Selectto adjust the leftmirror orto adjust the rightmirror.2. Move the control in the d

3. Press the SET + control andrelease it.4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.5. The indicator lighton theinstrument cluster will turn on.Note:•

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are three ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET + controluntil you get to the desiredspee

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with avariety of console features. Theseinclude:• Utility compartment withcassette/compact di

BEDRAILS (IF EQUIPPED)• This bedrail is for appearance use only.To help prevent injury, do not use bedrail to retain cargo.• Retain cargo with the pic

To remove the bed extender:1. Extend the bed extender.2. Pull the round knobs on each sideof the extender to unlock it.Make sure the locking clip scre

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency.You

• unlock the vehicle doors withouta key.• lock all the vehicle doors withouta key.• activate the personal alarm.If there are problems with the remote

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIR

To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters:1. Ensure the vehicle iselectronically unlocked.2. Put the key in the ignition.3. Turn the key from the 2 (L

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage,Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and

SEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a

60/40 seat (if equipped)To gain access to the storagecompartment in your armrest (ifequipped), lift the latch to open lid.The 60/40 seat cupholder (if

To return seat to original position, slide the seat bottom back, then pushthe seatback up to lock it in place. The seat will lock, and you will haveto

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be properly restrained.Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while t

Combination lap and shoulder belts1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until

This mode should be used any time a child safety seat is installed in apassenger front seat. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safetyseats fo

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature orany other safety belt function is not

• Regular Cab and 4–door SuperCab• 2–door SuperCabTo lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the heightadjuster down. To raise the h

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a righ

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position...The safety belt wa

Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS)in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to followthe specific warnings and in

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data):Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are ra

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid theBeltMinder娂 chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase therisk of injury in an accident. T

4. Turn on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off the parklamps/headlamps.5. At a moderate speed, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt threetimes, ending w

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety beltassembly under the above conditions could result in severepersonal injuries in the event of

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches)between an occupant’s chest and the d

Children and air bagsFor additional important safety information, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide.Never place a rearward facing

Booster seats must be installed only in seating positionsequipped with a combination lap/shoulder belt.To reduce the risk of injury, make sure childre

restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bagdeployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properlyrestrained as

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.If any of these things ha

If the light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag switchis in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in the Onposition, have the passen

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

Always use safety belts and child restraints properly. If a child ina rear facing infant seat must be transported in front, thepassenger air bag must

• although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat(s) wheneverpossible, children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the frontbecause no space is

2. Child age 12 or under: A child age 12 or under must ride in thefront seat because:• the vehicle has no rear seat;• although children age 12 and und

must put them in safety seats made especially for children. Many statesrequire that children use approved booster seats until they are eightyears old.

bend comfortably. Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit betterand more comfortably for growing children.When children should use booster seats

• Those with a high back.If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boo

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENChild and infant or child safety seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully fo

Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions includedwith the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not installand use the safety

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with knee on thechild seat.8. Al

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view):• Bucket seats• 60/40 seatsAttach the tether strap only t

3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position.The tether anchor is located on therear lower portion of the passengerseat.4. Clip the

Center seating locationWhen installing a child safety seat in the front center position, route thetether strap over the center arm rest and clip it to

the child seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must alsobe attached to the proper tether anchor. See Attaching safety seats withteth

The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are located at the rearsection of the front passenger seatbetween the cushion and seat back.The LATCH anc

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERSUtility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare e

Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allowyou to select different drive modesas necessary.

• Narrower — to provide greatermaneuverability in tight spaces,particularly in off-road use.As a result of the above dimensionaldifferences, SUV’s and

and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tiregraded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actualconditions o

• Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall ofeach tire providing information about the tire brand andmanufacturing plant, tire size