2009 Ford Ranger Owners Manual

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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or the edge of the driver’s door. 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 vehicle identification number. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 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 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 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 Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Five-speed automatic (5R44E/5R55E) Five-speed manual (HD) Five-speed manual (R1) Code 266 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Accessories GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your 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: • 12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or • 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 interior 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: • 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. • 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. • Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use. • To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock 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. • 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) Index replacement, specifications ...258 servicing ..................................234 Belt-Minder威 ...............................84 Booster seats .............................112 Brakes ........................................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 ....................................161 shift interlock ..........................163 Bulbs ............................................48 Capacities for refilling fluids ....259 Cargo cage ...................................61 Cell phone use ..............................9 Changing a tire .........................192 Child safety seats ......................102 attaching with tether straps .......................................108 in front seat ............................103 in rear seat ......................103, 107 LATCH .....................................108 recommendations ...................100 Child safety seats - booster seats ...........................................112 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ..............218 instrument panel ....................220 interior .....................................221 plastic parts ............................219 safety belts ..............................221 washing ....................................216 waxing .....................................217 269 ABS (see Brakes) .....................159 Air cleaner filter ...............257–258 Airbag supplemental restraint system ....................................88–89 and child safety seats ........91–92 description ................................89 disposal ......................................94 driver airbag ........................89, 92 indicator light ...........................94 operation .............................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 ........................67 Audio system (see Radio) ......................19, 21, 26 Automatic transmission ............163 driving an automatic overdrive .................................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 Battery .......................................234 acid, treating emergencies .....234 jumping a disabled battery ....201 maintenance-free ....................234 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Index wheels ......................................218 wiper blades ............................220 Clock adjust AM/FM .......................................20 AM/FM stereo CD .....................21 Premium AM/FM stereo CD6/MP3 ...................................27 Clutch fluid ..........................................254 operation while driving ..........167 recommended shift speeds ....168 Console ........................................55 Coolant checking and adding ..............236 refill capacities ................240, 259 specifications ..........................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 you need .................................209 Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................214 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................212 Driving under special conditions ..................169, 173, 175 sand .........................................174 snow and ice ...........................177 through water .................174, 178 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................201 Emergency Flashers .................181 Emission control system ..........250 Engine ........................................263 cleaning ...................................218 coolant .....................................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 oil ..................................229 checking and adding ..............229 dipstick ....................................229 filter, specifications ........232, 258 recommendations ...................232 refill capacities ........................259 specifications ..........................259 Event data recording ....................7 Exhaust fumes ..........................157 Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ................................45 Dipstick engine oil .................................229 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ....................................257 Fluid capacities .........................259 Fog lamps ....................................44 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......170 driving off road .......................171 electronic shift ................170–171 indicator light .........................170 270 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Index replacing bulbs .........................50 turning on and off ....................44 Heating heating and air conditioning system .................................41–42 Hood ..........................................225 Ignition ...............................154, 263 Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................102 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................252 Instrument panel cleaning ...................................220 cluster ........................................12 lighting up panel and interior ...............................45 Jack ............................................192 positioning .......................192, 197 storage .....................192, 195–196 Jump-starting your vehicle ......201 Keys .......................................63, 68 positions of the ignition .........154 Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart ..................49 daytime running light ...............45 fog lamps ...................................44 headlamps .................................44 271 preparing to drive your vehicle .....................................162 Fuel ............................................241 calculating fuel economy .......247 cap ...........................................244 capacity ...................................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 octane rating ...................245, 263 quality ......................................246 running out of fuel .................246 safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................241 Fuel pump shut-off switch .......181 Fuses ..................................182–183 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............244 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) .................247 Gauges .........................................16 Hazard flashers .........................181 Head restraints ...........................70 Headlamps ...................................44 aiming ........................................46 bulb specifications ....................49 daytime running lights .............45 flash to pass ..............................45 high beam .................................44 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) P Parking brake ............................161 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....258 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...................75 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...............................186 Power door locks ........................63 Power mirrors .......................57–58 Power point .................................55 Power steering ..........................162 fluid, checking and adding ....253 fluid, refill capacity ................259 fluid, specifications .................259 Power Windows ...........................56 Preparing to drive your vehicle ........................................162 Radio ................................19, 21, 26 Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children ......................................100 Relays ........................................182 Remote entry system .................63 illuminated entry ......................66 locking/unlocking doors ...........64 panic alarm ...............................64 replacing the batteries .............65 Roadside assistance ..................179 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 limits .................................137 Loading instructions .................143 Locks doors ..........................................63 Lubricant specifications ...........259 Lug nuts ....................................200 Lumbar support, seats .........72–73 Manual transmission .................167 fluid capacities ........................259 lubricant specifications ..........259 reverse .....................................168 Mirrors .........................................57 fold away ...................................58 side view mirrors (power) ...............................57–58 Motorcraft parts ........222, 241, 258 Octane rating ............................245 Oil (see Engine oil) ..................229 272 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Index Special notice ambulance conversions ..............8 utility-type vehicles ....................8 Specification chart, lubricants ...................................259 Speed control ..............................58 Starting your vehicle ........154–156 jump starting ..........................201 Steering wheel tilting .........................................55 Tilt steering wheel ......................55 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Roadside Emergencies ...........192 Tires, Wheels and Loading ....133 Tires ...........................118–120, 192 alignment ................................127 care ..........................................123 changing ..........................192, 197 checking the pressure ............123 inflating ...................................121 label .........................................132 replacing ..................................124 rotating ....................................127 safety practices .......................126 sidewall information ...............128 snow tires and chains ............137 spare tire .................................193 terminology .............................120 tire grades ...............................119 treadwear ........................119, 123 Towing .......................................143 recreational towing .................152 trailer towing ..........................143 wrecker ....................................207 Transfer case fluid checking .........................257 273 Safety Belt Maintenance ..........115 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ............74, 77–78, 80–82 Safety defects, reporting ..........215 Safety restraints .............74, 77–78, 80–82 Belt-Minder威 .............................84 extension assembly ..................83 for adults .......................78, 80–81 for children ...............................98 lap belt ......................................79 Occupant Classification Sensor ........................................75 safety belt maintenance .........115 warning light and chime ....83–84 Safety restraints - LATCH anchors ......................................108 Safety seats for children ..........102 Safety Compliance Certification Label ....................265 Satellite Radio Information ........37 Seats ............................................70 child safety seats ....................102 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ..........................................67 Servicing your vehicle ..............224 Setting the clock AM/FM stereo ...........................20 AM/FM stereo CD .....................21 Premium AM/FM stereo CD6/MP3 ...................................27 Snowplowing .................................8 Spark plugs, specifications .....................258, 263 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) W Warning lights (see Lights) .......12 Washer fluid ..............................228 Water, Driving through .............178 Windows power .........................................56 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........................................54 checking and adding fluid .....228 replacing wiper blades ...........229 Wrecker towing .........................207 Index Transmission automatic operation ...............163 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....163 fluid, checking and adding (manual) .................................256 fluid, refill capacities ..............259 lubricant specifications ..........259 manual operation ....................167 ..................................48 Turn signal Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................265 Vehicle loading ..........................137 camper bodies ........................153 Ventilating your vehicle ...........157 274 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Table of Contents 12 12 16 19 19 21 26 32 37 41 41 42 44 44 48 48 54 54 55 56 57 58 63 63 63 67 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) 70 70 74 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 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) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data Accessories Index 224 226 229 234 236 241 257 258 259 263 267 269 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: • In the United States: www.ford.com • In Canada: www.ford.ca • In Australia: www.ford.com.au • In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner’s Guide describes 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 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. Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before 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 respect 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 Trailer 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. See 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 vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC威 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威 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: • how various systems in your vehicle were operating; • whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the • how fast the vehicle was traveling; and • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. brake pedal; 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 to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. Please note that once 911 Assist (if 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威 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 Ambulance 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 complements 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 See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Tether Anchor Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Defrost/Demist Rear Window Defrost/Demist 10 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 11 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES 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 the 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-II) 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 Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the service engine soon warning light to come on. It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed or properly re-installed fuel filler cap depending on driving and fuel tank level conditions. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not running, 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. ABS 13 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder威 chime feature, Low tire pressure warning: 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. 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 normal range. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Engine coolant temperature (if 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) Owners 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 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 ignition is in the on position and any door is open. Overdrive off (if equipped): Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has 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 equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. 4x4 LOW O/D OFF Four wheel drive high (if 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 the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. 4x4 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 the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. 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. 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 16 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Instrument Cluster 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 (kilometers) of the vehicle. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Press the button once until “TRIP” appears in the display (this 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 is in the on position). The fuel 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) VOL PUSH ON TONE CLK TONE VOL ST DX FM 12 SEEK TUNE AM/FM 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. to find the 1. Seek: Press next strong station down/up the frequency band. 2. Tune: Press change radio frequency down/up. to manually 19 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems 3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 5. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels. AM/FM 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 SET appears in the display. Continue to hold CLK as you press SEEK to decrease increase 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 increase the minutes. the hours. or or TONE CLK 20 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo single CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible system (if equipped) 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 MENU 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. to MENU 4. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to scroll through the following modes and use make an adjustment in those modes. SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU repeatedly when satellite radio mode is active until SAT MENU is displayed. Press SEEK MENU • CATEGORY: Press SEEK or preset #6 to enter into the satellite radio menu. Press to cycle through the following options: or preset #6 to enter category mode. MENU to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS Press channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press SEEK 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. • 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 or preset #6 while alert you with an audible prompt. Press SEEK 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 or preset #6 to access the saved REPLACE SONG? Press SEEK songs and press When the song appears in the display that you would like to replace, press SEEK display. or preset #6. SONG REPLACED will appear in the to cycle through the saved songs. MENU 22 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems • DELETE SONG: Press SEEK or preset #6 to delete a song from to cycle through the saved MENU or preset #6. The song will appear in the the system’s memory. Press songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press SEEK 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 CANCEL. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. to select either RETURN or MENU • 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 songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. or preset #6 to confirm deletion of all saved • 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. MENU Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. Autoset: Press 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 to set the strongest local radio stations to decrease/increase the bass setting. MENU Treble: Press MENU to decrease/increase the treble setting. Balance: Press right speakers. Fade: Press rear speakers. MENU to adjust the audio between the left and MENU to adjust the audio between the front and 23 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems to go to to select to scroll through MP3 MENU MENU ) the radio Next/previous directory: In MP3 mode, press the previous/next directory. Flat file/directory mode: In MP3 mode, use flat file mode or directory mode. Normal / Track title / File name: Use display options (track #, normal music name or file name). 5. TUNE: Press to manually go down/up ( 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. 8. FF (Fast forward): Press to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. 9. REW (Rewind): Press to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. REW 10. Memory presets: To set a 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 SAT3. 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 ) strong the previous/next ( station. In CD/MP3 mode, press to advance to the previous/next ) track. to select a channel within SEEK SEEK SEEK SEEK to seek to fast seek through the to view the previous/additional In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press to the previous/next channel. In CATEGORY MODE, press that category. Press and hold previous /next channels. In TEXT MODE, press display text. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 12. 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 13. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. 14. AUX: Press repeatedly to scroll through SAT1, 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 on. 16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 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. Premium / Premium sound In-dash CD6/MP3 disc satellite compatible audio systems (if equipped) 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. 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 (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 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 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 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 playing media. MENU to 27 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems to make 7. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to cycle through the following modes and use adjustment in those modes. SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press SEEK into the satellite radio menu. Press following options: • CATEGORY: Press SEEK to enter to cycle through the or preset #6 to enter category mode. MENU to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS Press channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press SEEK 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. • 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 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 or preset #6 to access the saved songs and press the song appears in the display that you would like to replace, press SEEK or preset #6. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display. to cycle through the saved songs. When MENU • DELETE SONG: Press SEEK or preset #6 to delete a song from to cycle through the saved MENU or preset #6. The song will appear in the the system’s memory. Press songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press SEEK 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 CANCEL. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. to select either RETURN or MENU 28 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems • 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 songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. or preset #6 to confirm deletion of all saved • 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 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 to decrease/increase the bass setting. MENU MENU to set. TREBLE: Press MENU to decrease/increase the treble setting. MENU MENU to adjust the audio between the front and to adjust the audio between the left BALANCE: Press and right speakers. FADE: Press rear speakers. Next/previous directory: In MP3 mode, press MENU the previous/next directory. Flat file/directory mode: In MP3 mode, press MENU to access this to select flat file mode or directory mode. feature. Use Track #/ normal music name/file name: Press MENU to access and use music name or file name). to scroll through MP3 display options (track #, normal MENU to go to 29 2009 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems ) the radio to scroll through the list of 8. TUNE/DISC: Press to manually go down/up ( frequency, or to access another CD. Also use in menu mode to select various settings. In CATEGORY ALL, press 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 mode, 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 CD/MP3 track. 13. REW (Rewind): Press to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. REW FF REW COMP SHUFF REPEAT 14. Memory presets: To set a 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 SAT3. 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 SEEK SEEK SEEK to seek to access the to view the previous/additional to select a channel within the chosen category. Press and to fast seek through the previous /next channels. 15. SEEK/TRACK: In radio, CD and MP3 flat file mode, press 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 to the previous/next channel. In CATEGORY MODE, press SEEK hold In TEXT MODE, press display text. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your 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 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 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: 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. 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) Entertainment 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 portable 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

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