The following symbols as C, F, P, V represent a two-door coupe, a sedan with 4 doors, pickup truck and van respectively. The last six digits indicate the production sequence. To report problems or provide comments or suggestions, please. The parking lights were now located above the headlights. The four speed transmission was brought back as an option.
Also, wheels were painted to match body color, rather than the previous black. New is a different steering gear mechanism. Selector dial for transmission was lighted and a dome light replaced the map light, which became an option. You'll be given a free decoder report. It can be found at the front of the dash on a metal plate, visible through the windshield on the driver's side.
Good news is that it's absolutely free and easy to use. Styling was carried over from last year. In addition, you can see the code through the windshield, as this code is located on the toolbar on the left side. The rear view mirror mounted on the windshield instead of the window frame. Ensure there is nothing blocking the view. At midyear amber parking lamp lenses were replaced with clear lenses.
The V-8 emblem was located in the center of the hood vent on models so equipped. The interior had a new two-spoke steering wheel with a horn bar instead of the button. In the engine compartment, the standard Coast Slipper six-cylinder engine was bored to 223ci. The third digit identifies the type of back of cab equipment. It combined the strength of a solid front axle with the softer ride possible in a design using independent front suspension.
There are two main markets that the Ford cars are manufactured for such as American and European. The second character identifies the manufacturer. Paul, Minnesota T — Edison Edison, New Jersey 8. Ford is represented by F. All brand names and product names used on this website are trade names, service marks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. The transfer case became the New Process 200. The traditional pickup with fenders attached to the outside of the box was called Flareside.
An all new, compact size Ranger entered production in January of 1981. The grille now featured a horizontal bar and twin spear shaped openings above two rows of small rectangular cutouts. When fitted with the optional 302ci V8 engine, bucket seats and a 3. A new Sports Package available for the wagon and pickup included bright horn rings, headlight bezels, tail light bezels, tailgate handle, windshield rails, instrument panel trim, side window frames, a grille, chrome plated bumpers with bumper guards, dual armrests, trimmed headboard liner, wheel covers, cigar lighter and a floor mat for the wagon. Sometimes for security purposes, it's duplicated and on the sticker on the front door.
Note: Every attempt has been made to include complete, accurate information. Info Source: Ford Motor Company, Edmunds,. Also new were lubed-for-life ball joints and adjustable camber. As a means of saving horsepower and fuel, F-Series trucks came with a viscous type fan clutch. Trucks equipped with the Ranger dress-up package are identified with a Ranger emblem. Side nameplates were redesigned, and the fuel filler door was now rectangular and flush with the body side.
Among standard features were key-in-ignition warning buzzer and a parking brake engaged warning light. This was also the last year for the F150 Lightning series. Spring of 1976 this old style box was replaced by a more 90 degree stepside body. The Ranger Package had a red stripe in the center of the grille and blacked-out headlight bezels. An all black Night model was offered with aluminum deep dish wheels and a handling package. The big change, though, was the introduction of a new Power King V-8 engine, known as the Y-block.