Ford 2004 Ranger v.2 User Manual download pdf (Page 106)

• O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned

off.

2 (Second)

Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional

engine braking on downgrades.

1 (First)

• Provides maximum engine braking.

• Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.

• Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)

when vehicle reaches slower speeds.

Forced downshifts

• Allowed in D (Drive) with Overdrive or D (Drive) without Overdrive.

• Depress the accelerator to the floor.

• Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)

Using the clutch

The manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents cranking

the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.

To start the vehicle:

1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.

2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in the

neutral position.

3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parking

brake.

4. Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear, then slowly release the

clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator.

During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully depressed to the floor.

Failure to fully depress the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased

2004 Ranger (ran)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA English (fus)

Driving

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Ford 2004 Ranger v.2 User Manual Page 106