Ford 2004 Ranger Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction2Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners3Vehicle Characteristics4Driving On Roadways6Driving Off-Road9Inspecting and Inflating Your Tir

Driving in mudBe cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when youare driving in mud. Even 4WD and AWD vehicles can lose traction insl

Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally upor down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight upor

ParkingBefore leaving the driver’s seat, make sure that the gearshift is engagedin P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R(Re

INSPECTING AND INFLATING YOUR TIRESSafe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properlyinflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to h

Maximum Permissible Inflation PressureTire manufactures maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure atwhich the maximum load can be carried by th

3. Add air to reach the Ford recommended air pressure.Note: If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem inthe center of the val

LOADING YOUR VEHICLEPassenger and cargo load limitsThe combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including addedaccessories) must not exceed the

Loading and securing cargoWhen using your vehicle to haulcargo, make sure it is properlyloaded to help ensure safe handlingof the vehicle. You should

The total cargo load should not exceed the truck’s cargo weight ratingand the camper’s center of gravity should fall within the trucks’srecommended ce

TRAILER TOWINGYour vehicle may be equipped for towing trailers (or may require a trailertow package). Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer,

INTRODUCTIONWelcome to Ford Motor Company’sworld of Sport Utility Vehicles(SUV) and truck driving! Your newvehicle opens up a completelydifferent and

MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONSThe suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been carefullydesigned to provide safe, predictable performance

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

VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS4WD and AWD SystemsA vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when you select the 4WD mode)has the ability to use all four wheels to p

How your vehicle differs from other vehiclesSUV and trucks can differ fromsome other vehicles in a fewnoticeable ways. Your vehicle maybe:• Higher – t

DRIVING ON ROADWAYSVehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehiclesand trucks handle differently than vehicles with a lower centerof

Emergency maneuvers• In an emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made,remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e., turn the st

• For vehicles with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. Donot “pump” the brakes. During hard stopping or stopping on slipperysurfaces,

DRIVING OFF-ROAD“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increasepublic awareness of land-useregulations and responsibilities inour nation