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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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.... Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. • If the vehicle goes from one type of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure...
.... Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. • If the vehicle goes from one type of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure...
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...driving over sand, try to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Avoid reducing the tire pressure. Remember, you may be required from concealed objects such as possible. Mud Be cautious of your route before driving. Even 4WD 10... Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you must reduce the tire pressure for whatever reason in sand, make sure you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. To maintain steering and braking control of sudden changes in ...
...driving over sand, try to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Avoid reducing the tire pressure. Remember, you may be required from concealed objects such as possible. Mud Be cautious of your route before driving. Even 4WD 10... Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you must reduce the tire pressure for whatever reason in sand, make sure you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. To maintain steering and braking control of sudden changes in ...
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Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage vehicle components. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in the direction of the slide ... and AWD vehicles can lose traction in our nations wilderness areas. "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of the vehicle. Ford joins the U.S. If the vehicle does slide, steer in encouraging you regain control of land-use regulations and responsibilities in slick mud. Driving off residue...
Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage vehicle components. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in the direction of the slide ... and AWD vehicles can lose traction in our nations wilderness areas. "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of the vehicle. Ford joins the U.S. If the vehicle does slide, steer in encouraging you regain control of land-use regulations and responsibilities in slick mud. Driving off residue...
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... the accelerator. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on hills Although natural obstacles may stall. Using tire chains will help . You can be driven in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Driving on the rear... tires. This could cause the rear to travel 12 Driving off-road with chains on the front tires of the wheel hubs. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Proceed slowly to...
... the accelerator. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on hills Although natural obstacles may stall. Using tire chains will help . You can be driven in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Driving on the rear... tires. This could cause the rear to travel 12 Driving off-road with chains on the front tires of the wheel hubs. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Proceed slowly to...
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... off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to turnaround because you will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of a hill without the aid of stalling. Apply just enough power to the wheels to a lower...
... off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to turnaround because you will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of a hill without the aid of stalling. Apply just enough power to the wheels to a lower...
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...safety and performance of your 4WD or AWD for off-road use these tires for safe ride and handling capability. If you should not use with tires larger than that originally provided by Ford, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could lead to provide for highway... or transfer case failure. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with tires designed to loss of vehicle 15 If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle...
...safety and performance of your 4WD or AWD for off-road use these tires for safe ride and handling capability. If you should not use with tires larger than that originally provided by Ford, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could lead to provide for highway... or transfer case failure. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with tires designed to loss of vehicle 15 If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle...
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... driving because they are more likely to check pressure of all tires, and adjust if required. Check for the tire. Each day before you drive, check your safety, tires that are damaged should carefully observe the recommended tire inflation pressure found on the safety compliance certification label attached to ... handles. If one looks lower than the maximum pressure allowed for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. 16 Do not exceed the Ford recommended pressure even if it is less than the others, use . Safe operation requires...
... driving because they are more likely to check pressure of all tires, and adjust if required. Check for the tire. Each day before you drive, check your safety, tires that are damaged should carefully observe the recommended tire inflation pressure found on the safety compliance certification label attached to ... handles. If one looks lower than the maximum pressure allowed for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. 16 Do not exceed the Ford recommended pressure even if it is less than the others, use . Safe operation requires...
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...increase your vehicle have the tire demounted and inspected in case it more likely the vehicle will roll over as ladder racks or pickup box cover). Frequent inspection of control. Ford recommends that caution be repaired or replaced. For this reason, Ford strongly recommends that raise the ...vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as a result of a loss of vehicle chassis 17 Maintenance and modifications Inspect the tire side walls for cuts, bruises and other damage. MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your repair cost, reduce vehicle ...
...increase your vehicle have the tire demounted and inspected in case it more likely the vehicle will roll over as ladder racks or pickup box cover). Frequent inspection of control. Ford recommends that caution be repaired or replaced. For this reason, Ford strongly recommends that raise the ...vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as a result of a loss of vehicle chassis 17 Maintenance and modifications Inspect the tire side walls for cuts, bruises and other damage. MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your repair cost, reduce vehicle ...
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... on the Road ...6 Operating Your Four-by-Four on the Road ...6 Parking ...9 Sand, Driving in ...10 Snow, Deep, Driving in ...12 Snow/Ice, Driving in ...8 Tires, Replacement Requirements ...15 Trailer Towing ...14 Water, Driving in ...12 20
... on the Road ...6 Operating Your Four-by-Four on the Road ...6 Parking ...9 Sand, Driving in ...10 Snow, Deep, Driving in ...12 Snow/Ice, Driving in ...8 Tires, Replacement Requirements ...15 Trailer Towing ...14 Water, Driving in ...12 20
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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Any adverse condition should be performed by warranties so you may be brought to the attention of all interior and exterior lights tires for wear and proper air pressure engine oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel/water separator (diesel vehicles) 8 Owner Checks and ...
Any adverse condition should be performed by warranties so you may be brought to the attention of all interior and exterior lights tires for wear and proper air pressure engine oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel/water separator (diesel vehicles) 8 Owner Checks and ...
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... Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function air pressure in spare tire power steering fluid level washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades parking brake for proper operation and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside...
... Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function air pressure in spare tire power steering fluid level washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades parking brake for proper operation and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside...
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...5,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 10,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light... Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 11
...5,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 10,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light... Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 11
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..., brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans: All Services Above Plus Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball...
..., brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans: All Services Above Plus Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball...
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...Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 25,000 miles Cars Minivans..., Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 13
...Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 25,000 miles Cars Minivans..., Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 13
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... system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace spark plugs (Villager) Inspect accessory drive belt...
... system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace spark plugs (Villager) Inspect accessory drive belt...
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Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Natural Gas Vehicles: All Applicable Services Above Plus: Inspect NGV tanks 35,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 15
Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Natural Gas Vehicles: All Applicable Services Above Plus: Inspect NGV tanks 35,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 15
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...Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 45,000 miles Cars and Minivans ...lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace green engine coolant, if equipped 16
...Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 45,000 miles Cars and Minivans ...lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace green engine coolant, if equipped 16
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... miles Cars Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required *If vehicle is registered in California, the...
... miles Cars Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required *If vehicle is registered in California, the...
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..., Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 60,000 miles Cars ...engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped 18 *If vehicle is registered ...
..., Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4 and Natural Gas Vehicles: Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate (Recommended for optimal tire life) Diesel: All Applicable Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 60,000 miles Cars ...engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped 18 *If vehicle is registered ...