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What does it mean when fuel light comes on?

What does it mean when fuel light comes on?

My fuel light came on, what does it mean? Your warning light illuminates when fuel levels are low in your tank. This isn’t triggered by a standardised amount of remaining fuel, although most independant estimates suggest lights typically engage at 10% to 15% of a tank’s capacity.

What does the coolant warning light on a Ford Ranger mean?

The engine coolant temperature warning light illuminating when the Ford Ranger is moving indicates the engine is overheating. As soon as it’s safely possible, pull off the road, stop and switch off the engine. Continual driving is likely to result in engine damage. Allow several minutes for the engine to cool and once cool, check coolant levels.

Why does the water in fuel light come on on a Ford Ranger?

Continual driving without changing the oil over time may result in engine lubrication problems. Ford diesel versions of the Ford Ranger, the water-in-fuel light (fuel filter warning light) will come on if there is excess water in the fuel filter. This requires draining immediately to avoid faults occurring.

Why does the camera not work on a Ford Ranger?

• If the cabin becomes extremely hot (parked under direct sunlight for example) the camera may not function until cooled. • Different tyres / tires that alter ride-height may impair operation. The Ford Ranger auto start stop dashboard light illuminates when the engine has automatically stopped. The light flashes when the engine needs to restart.

What are the problems with a 1999 Ford Ranger?

The engine category’s main issues in the 1999 model year include the erratic temperature gauge, idling problems, hard starts, mass airflow sensor failure, oil pan gasket failure, engine failure, and backfiring. The erratic temperature gauge is often due to cracked cylinder heads, which can be replaced for around $500, including parts and labor.

Why does the fuel filter warning light come on on a Ford Ranger?

Continual driving without changing the oil over time may result in engine lubrication problems. Ford diesel versions of the Ford Ranger, the water-in-fuel light (fuel filter warning light) will come on if there is excess water in the fuel filter.

What to do if your Ford Ranger has a leaking fuel cap?

Once it is on, check to see if the warning light is still illuminated. If so, return the fuel cap and take your Ranger to an authorized Ford repair shop for further diagnosis. If you determine your cap is not the problem, you may have a leaking fuel filler neck, leaking tank or damage to your fuel vapor recovery system.

• If the cabin becomes extremely hot (parked under direct sunlight for example) the camera may not function until cooled. • Different tyres / tires that alter ride-height may impair operation. The Ford Ranger auto start stop dashboard light illuminates when the engine has automatically stopped. The light flashes when the engine needs to restart.

What does the auto start stop light on a Ford Ranger mean?

• Different tyres / tires that alter ride-height may impair operation. The Ford Ranger auto start stop dashboard light illuminates when the engine has automatically stopped. The light flashes when the engine needs to restart. The indicator is shown with a strike through the symbol if the system is not available.

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Ruth Doyle