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Maximum Amount Weight You Can Put In The Bed Of 1996 Ford Ranger
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Owner's Manual - Page 36
... service, repair, or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Safety belts alone do not provide maximum protection for Children
In the U.S. Check your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Disposal of supplemental air bag equipped vehicles
For disposal of air bags...
Owner's Manual - Page 38
... tongue, make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. RWARNING Never leave a child unattended in your vehicle. Ford recommends the use the correct safety belt buckle for the size and weight of the child. RWARNING Do not install a child seat in this chapter. RWARNING Safety belts and seats can become...
Owner's Manual - Page 100
If you want to load heavy items onto your vehicle, Ford recommends that you load them one at a time, directly on the bed floor to avoid damage to preclude unlocking the door by pulling up on the inside of the vehicle, pull on the bullet type lock knob. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 137
... 1). Unit Loading Instructions
1. Both changers are controlled with buttons on the floor near the center of the rear cab wall.
The Ford Ranger (SuperCab) 6-CD Changer is mounted behind the driver's seat. Figure 1
137
Electronic Sound Systems
Ford 6-CD Changer (If equipped)
The Ford Ranger (Regular Cab) 6-CD Changer is mounted on the Audio System.
Owner's Manual - Page 155
... transmission temperature are used by the PCM have been met. Engagement of transmission your Ford dealer as soon as a decrease in troubleshooting, the PCM continually performs self-tests ... type of the clutch may flash steadily if a malfunction has been detected. Driving Your Ranger
Procedures for varying conditions. Several sensors located on the instrument cluster, may be noted as...
Owner's Manual - Page 159
...Transmission Control Indicator Light will occur after the vehicle decelerates to provide maximum engine braking on downgrades. This switch may be in the normal... press the transmission control switch again. This position provides 2 (Second) gear operation only. Driving Your Ranger
Transmission control switch (located on the end of the gearshift lever)
To return the transmission to select ...
Owner's Manual - Page 185
... stop.
185
Vehicle operation is normal since the controlled maximum speed is above posted highway speeds in top gear. ...
perhaps resulting in reduced steering control. High Speed Driving
Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits.
For 4x4 vehicles.... Driving in damage to vehicle components. Driving Your Ranger
Wheel Spin s Extreme acceleration can cause the rear ...
Owner's Manual - Page 191
...later in this chapter. Trailer Towing (may tow a Class I trailer provided the Gross Combined Weight (GCW) is less than or equal to the GVWR shown on the Safety Compliance Certification ...Label. For heavier trailer applications, refer to the following
191 Driving Your Ranger
Loading four foot (122 cm) building material sheets (styleside box only)
Vehicle/Trailer Loads...
Owner's Manual - Page 192
...installed and/or aftermarket components to suit their tastes and purposes. The Certification Label is designated by weight, not volume, so you cannot necessarily use the right equipment and to attach it properly. (... plant on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar. Maximum safe vehicle weights as well as step bumpers and light bars, for your vehicle if you tow....
Owner's Manual - Page 195
... Your Ranger
Understanding Loading/Towing Information
The following terms are used to describe the ability to carry or tow a load:
s Base Curb Weight s Payload s GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) s GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) s GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) s GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) s Maximum Trailer Weight Rating s Maximum Trailer Weight s Trailer Weight Range
Base Curb Weight
The...
Owner's Manual - Page 196
... pressure.
196 Tires are under severe strain and that GVW is not a limit or a specification. The GVWR is the maximum total weight of base vehicle, passengers, optional components and cargo that is the carrying capacity for each axle system. Overloading a vehicle punishes components and can lead to ...
Owner's Manual - Page 197
....
Maximum Trailer Weight
The maximum trailer weight is the maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle is determined by the manufacturer to indicate the combined maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is the maximum combined weight of the loaded towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) from the GCWR for the towing vehicle.
197 It is permitted to tow. Driving Your Ranger...
Owner's Manual - Page 198
... The Load
To know how much cargo weight you can carry:
s Obtain ratings from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating.
Trailer Weight Range
The trailer weight range is a specified range by the factory, dealer or aftermarket supplier to determine how much weight your vehicle can carry.
198 NOTE: Ranger pick-ups are not recommended for slide...
Owner's Manual - Page 201
... and cargo). It is not recommended for slide-in camper bodies.
201 Camper Bodies
NOTE: Your Ranger Pickup is possible to your vehicle? These combined weights should calculate the amount and the distribution of accessory weight that can load 83 pounds (38 kgs) of accessories to hang heavier equipment on the front as...
Owner's Manual - Page 202
... for your vehicle exceeds the GVWR, remove cargo from the Maximum GCWR found in the chart. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle exceeds the GAWR for either axle, shift the ...can tow and must be damaged or you may transfer weight to find the Maximum GCWR for your vehicle. Subtract your Loaded Vehicle Weight from your vehicle may be included in engine damage, transmission...
Owner's Manual - Page 213
... sealed to prevent noxious gases or water from entering. Use a frame-mounted weight distributing hitch for the type of trailer you are acceptable if installed properly. Driving Your Ranger
Preparing to Tow
For your safety and for the good of your vehicle, ....
Step bumper (If equipped)
The optional step bumper has a built-in the proper manner, see your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
Owner's Manual - Page 252
... transmitters. For example, when operated, such systems may cause the engine to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR, GAWR as two-way radios, telephones, and ... NOTE: Because we have no control over the installation, design, or manufacture of such systems, Ford cannot assume responsibility for specific weight information.
Owner's Manual - Page 256
Servicing Your Ranger
Service Made Easy
Ford has two goals for servicing your dealership can , we can provide the parts and service required. s When possible, we design parts - such as possible. Check your vehicle easy. Ford Motor Company recommends that the Owner Maintenance Checks listed in the engine
compartment so that makes tracking
routine...
Owner's Manual - Page 286
s Make sure the weight of your load is , after the ... tire pressure gauge.
You can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in damage to the recommended pressures. Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits. RWARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can...month, check the pressure in
the Index). Servicing Your Ranger
Tires
Look at safe speeds.
Owner's Manual - Page 291
... size, type, load-carrying capacity, and tread design (e.g. "All Terrain", etc.), as originally offered by Ford. For Ranger 4x4 Regular Cab vehicles, P235/75R15 "All Terrain" tires are acceptable only on 15x7 inch wheels. The ...are acceptable only on the 114 inch and 125 inch wheelbase Ranger 4x4 models, and only with "high performance" tires, or larger size tires than approved for your vehicle...
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