Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2002 Ranger v.3 User Manual

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Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you
currently have on your vehicle.

The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow
tires and chains. If you need to use snow tires and chains, it is
recommended that steel wheels are used of the same size and
specifications as those originally installed.

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
• Do not use tire chains on aluminum wheels. Chains may chip the

wheels.

• Use only SAE Class S chains.
• Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any

wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.

• Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang against your

vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, remove
the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.

• If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
• Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use

tire chains on dry roads.

• The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle

damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and chains.

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS

Compo-

nent

2.3L

I4engine

3.0 L V6

engine

3.0L V6 FFV

engine

4.0L V6

engine

Air filter
element

FA-1658

FA-1658

FA-1658

FA-1658

FA-1665 (FX4

only)

Fuel filter

FG-1002

FG-1002

FG-1002

FG-1002

Battery

BXT-59

BXT-59

BXT-59

BXT-59

Oil filter

FL-400S

FL-400S

FL-400S

FL-820S

PCV valve

EV-227

EV-130

EV-130

EV-225

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