2000 Ford Ranger Owner's Manual - Page 134

Driving Trailer tow connector Color Function 1. Dark Green Trailer right hand turn signal 2. Yellow Trailer left hand turn signal Tail lamp Ground Comment Circuit activated when brake pedal is depressed or when ignition is on and right hand turn signal is applied. Circuit activated when brake pedal is depressed or when ignition is on and left hand turn signal is applied. Relay controlled circuit activated when the park lamps/headlamps are on. Matching vehicle circuit returns to battery's negative ground. 3. Tan/White 4. White Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Ensure that you turn off your speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • Use a lower gear when towing up or down steep hills. This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Exceeding the GCWR rating may cause internal transmission damage and void your warranty coverage. Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance guide for more information. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up in an area before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. 134