1997 Ford Ranger Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 274

Manual Transmission and Transfer Case Fluid Checking the Manual Transmission Fluid Clean the filler plug on the side of the case. Remove the filler plug. The fluid level should be up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. If additional fluid is required: 1. Add enough fluid through the filler plug hole to bring the level up to the bottom of the hole. Use only fluid certified to meet Ford Motor Company lubricant specification as listed under Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts, and Lubricant Specifications, later in this chapter. 2. Replace the filler plug in its original position, making sure it is fully seated. Battery Your vehicle may have a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery. The Motorcraft maintenance-free battery does not require additional water during its life of service. The vents are part of the cover and cannot be removed. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are tightly fastened to the battery terminals. If you see any corrosion on the battery cables or terminals, remove the cables from the terminal and clean them both with a wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water. Reinstall the cables when you are done cleaning them, and apply a small quantity of grease to the top of each battery terminal to help prevent corrosion. 274