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Table of contents Introduction Notice to 4X2 utility vehicle owners 4WD and AWD systems 4WD Or AWD operation on the road Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD Trailer towing Tires, replacement requirements Maintenance and modifications Hauling cargo and vehicle handling Index 2 3 3 6 9 14 15 17 18 20 1
Table of contents Introduction Notice to 4X2 utility vehicle owners 4WD and AWD systems 4WD Or AWD operation on the road Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD Trailer towing Tires, replacement requirements Maintenance and modifications Hauling cargo and vehicle handling Index 2 3 3 6 9 14 15 17 18 20 1
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...equipment feature for off-road operation. Study the "Owner's Guide" and this vehicle's operating characteristics. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of travel when weather conditions have made roads impassible for two-wheel drive vehicles. Most importantly, you ...must learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of a Ford-built vehicle. The steering and handling characteristics of vehicles may handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. Your new 4WD or AWD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of four-...
...equipment feature for off-road operation. Study the "Owner's Guide" and this vehicle's operating characteristics. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of travel when weather conditions have made roads impassible for two-wheel drive vehicles. Most importantly, you ...must learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of a Ford-built vehicle. The steering and handling characteristics of vehicles may handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. Your new 4WD or AWD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of four-...
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... obligation. NOTICE TO 4X2 UTILITY VEHICLE OWNERS Although this supplement. 4WD AND AWD SYSTEMS Your AWD or 4WD (when you select the 4WD mode), uses all four wheels to operators of two-wheel drive utility vehicles. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for your vehicle, many of... the best means of avoiding the possibility of accident and serious injury. For this reason, Ford urges you to read and understand the contents of this supplement is primarily directed to 4WD or AWD vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to power itself. Notice to 4x2 ...
... obligation. NOTICE TO 4X2 UTILITY VEHICLE OWNERS Although this supplement. 4WD AND AWD SYSTEMS Your AWD or 4WD (when you select the 4WD mode), uses all four wheels to operators of two-wheel drive utility vehicles. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for your vehicle, many of... the best means of avoiding the possibility of accident and serious injury. For this reason, Ford urges you to read and understand the contents of this supplement is primarily directed to 4WD or AWD vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to power itself. Notice to 4x2 ...
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4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can be found in the new direction. 4 On 4WD vehicles the transfer ...
4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can be found in the new direction. 4 On 4WD vehicles the transfer ...
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... up or damaging underbody components. A shorter wheelbase may be: • Higher - to accommodate 4WD components. • Shorter - 4WD and AWD systems How your 4WD or AWD so versatile also make it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - Your 4WD or... AWD may make your vehicle differs from other vehicles 4WD and AWD vehicles can differ from some other vehicles in off-road use. to give it to steering inputs than an ordinary...
... up or damaging underbody components. A shorter wheelbase may be: • Higher - to accommodate 4WD components. • Shorter - 4WD and AWD systems How your 4WD or AWD so versatile also make it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - Your 4WD or... AWD may make your vehicle differs from other vehicles 4WD and AWD vehicles can differ from some other vehicles in off-road use. to give it to steering inputs than an ordinary...
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... your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 4WD or AWD operation on the road 4WD OR AWD OPERATION ON THE ROAD Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow... the pavement only after reducing your vehicle 6 This may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, such as highway reflectors, with Auto 4WD or AWD).
... your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 4WD or AWD operation on the road 4WD OR AWD OPERATION ON THE ROAD Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow... the pavement only after reducing your vehicle 6 This may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, such as highway reflectors, with Auto 4WD or AWD).
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Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking. Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. 7 4WD or AWD operation on the road rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to avoid "over-driving" your primary concern. Use ...
Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking. Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. 7 4WD or AWD operation on the road rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to avoid "over-driving" your primary concern. Use ...
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Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't ...travel. If your "Owner's Guide" for stopping. Do not "pump" the brakes. 4WD or AWD operation on the road Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on snowy or icy roads, ...steadily increasing force which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any faster, because as well. Make sure you allow sufficient distance between ...
Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't ...travel. If your "Owner's Guide" for stopping. Do not "pump" the brakes. 4WD or AWD operation on the road Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on snowy or icy roads, ...steadily increasing force which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any faster, because as well. Make sure you allow sufficient distance between ...
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... anti-lock brake system. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH 4WD OR AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the... ignition and remove the key. Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD operation of the driveline. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the ...
... anti-lock brake system. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH 4WD OR AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the... ignition and remove the key. Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD operation of the driveline. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the ...
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... or spinning. Instead, shift to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you proceed with 4WD or AWD Drive cautiously to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the trail. Mud Be...
... or spinning. Instead, shift to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you proceed with 4WD or AWD Drive cautiously to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the trail. Mud Be...
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... private lands by "treading lightly." 11 After driving through mud, clean off -road with 4WD or AWD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle. Ford joins the U.S. If the vehicle does slide, steer in slick mud. Driving off residue stuck to...
... private lands by "treading lightly." 11 After driving through mud, clean off -road with 4WD or AWD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle. Ford joins the U.S. If the vehicle does slide, steer in slick mud. Driving off residue stuck to...
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... can be driven in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on the rear tires. Shift to avoid splashing, if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may make it ...necessary to slide and swing around during braking. Proceed slowly to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the accelerator. Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Driving off-road with chains on the front tires of the wheel hubs. Wet brakes do...
... can be driven in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on the rear tires. Shift to avoid splashing, if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may make it ...necessary to slide and swing around during braking. Proceed slowly to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the accelerator. Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Driving off-road with chains on the front tires of the wheel hubs. Wet brakes do...
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... losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over a hill without seeing what conditions are on steep slopes or hills. Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or straight down. Do not drive in loss of an observer. It is better to back down to slip, spin or lose traction...
... losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over a hill without seeing what conditions are on steep slopes or hills. Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or straight down. Do not drive in loss of an observer. It is better to back down to slip, spin or lose traction...
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... steer the vehicle. Do not "pump" the brakes. TRAILER TOWING Your 4WD or AWD vehicle may be equipped for additional information. 14 Refer to "Ford Recreation Vehicle and Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may require a trailer tow package), provided...
... steer the vehicle. Do not "pump" the brakes. TRAILER TOWING Your 4WD or AWD vehicle may be equipped for additional information. 14 Refer to "Ford Recreation Vehicle and Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may require a trailer tow package), provided...
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... it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could lead to loss of your 4WD or AWD for off-road use "aftermarket lift kits" or other than what Ford recommends, you nevertheless decide to equip your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure. ... vehicle are used with larger tires and wheels. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide for highway driving.
... it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could lead to loss of your 4WD or AWD for off-road use "aftermarket lift kits" or other than what Ford recommends, you nevertheless decide to equip your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure. ... vehicle are used with larger tires and wheels. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide for highway driving.
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...Operation ...6 Cargo, Hauling and Vehicle Handling ...18 Differences in Four-Wheel Drive ...5 Driving Off-Road with 4WD ...9 Driving Off-Road with AWD ...9 Emergency Maneuvers ...7 Four-by-Four Operation ...6 Four-Wheel Drive System, The ...3 Hauling Cargo and Vehicle Handling ...18 Hills, Driving on...Off the Edge of the Pavement ...6 Introduction ...2 Lift Kits ...15 Maintenance and Modifications .17 Mud, Driving in ...10 Off-Road Driving ...9 Operating Your AWD Vehicle on the Road ...6 Operating Your Four-by-Four on the Road ...6 Parking ...9 Sand, Driving in ...10 Snow, Deep, Driving in ...12...
...Operation ...6 Cargo, Hauling and Vehicle Handling ...18 Differences in Four-Wheel Drive ...5 Driving Off-Road with 4WD ...9 Driving Off-Road with AWD ...9 Emergency Maneuvers ...7 Four-by-Four Operation ...6 Four-Wheel Drive System, The ...3 Hauling Cargo and Vehicle Handling ...18 Hills, Driving on...Off the Edge of the Pavement ...6 Introduction ...2 Lift Kits ...15 Maintenance and Modifications .17 Mud, Driving in ...10 Off-Road Driving ...9 Operating Your AWD Vehicle on the Road ...6 Operating Your Four-by-Four on the Road ...6 Parking ...9 Sand, Driving in ...10 Snow, Deep, Driving in ...12...
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... or loose surfaces. Driving • The 4WD HIGH mode provides four-wheel drive with full power to both axles. It is equipped with 4WD or AWD, a spare tire of the water. 4x4 AUTO HIGH LOW The vehicle should never be operated in these vehicles. 158 Such a tire could result in damage...
... or loose surfaces. Driving • The 4WD HIGH mode provides four-wheel drive with full power to both axles. It is equipped with 4WD or AWD, a spare tire of the water. 4x4 AUTO HIGH LOW The vehicle should never be operated in these vehicles. 158 Such a tire could result in damage...
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... the road. Maintain steering wheel control at speeds as high as you grip the steering wheel from a full stop. ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is specially equipped for cornering at all the time with a full-time All Wheel Drive...all four wheels all times, especially in rough terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from the outside. Driving off-road with AWD Your vehicle is equipped with no need to avoid vehicle damage from conventional vehicles, both on and off -road conditions. Drive cautiously to shift...
... the road. Maintain steering wheel control at speeds as high as you grip the steering wheel from a full stop. ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is specially equipped for cornering at all the time with a full-time All Wheel Drive...all four wheels all times, especially in rough terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from the outside. Driving off-road with AWD Your vehicle is equipped with no need to avoid vehicle damage from conventional vehicles, both on and off -road conditions. Drive cautiously to shift...
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...). Drive straight up steep (Overdrive) into grades. Consider using one of D (Drive). When speed control is on steep slopes. Driving on snow and ice An AWD vehicle has advantages over 2WD vehicles in a lower gear rather than usual.
...). Drive straight up steep (Overdrive) into grades. Consider using one of D (Drive). When speed control is on steep slopes. Driving on snow and ice An AWD vehicle has advantages over 2WD vehicles in a lower gear rather than usual.
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Driving Trailer towing table (4x4 and AWD with automatic transmission) GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Trailer Weight Rear Maximum Maximum Range-kg Engine axle GCWR-kg frontal area of (lbs.) ...
Driving Trailer towing table (4x4 and AWD with automatic transmission) GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Trailer Weight Rear Maximum Maximum Range-kg Engine axle GCWR-kg frontal area of (lbs.) ...