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..."squeeze" technique, push on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing force which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or personal injury. Operation On The Road Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn... Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking. Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. Avoid sudden braking as to a safe direction of travel . Do not become overconfident as well. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if...
..."squeeze" technique, push on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing force which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or personal injury. Operation On The Road Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn... Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking. Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. Avoid sudden braking as to a safe direction of travel . Do not become overconfident as well. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...specifications 190 196 198 199 202 210 227 234 234 237 Accessories Index 251 255 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 2 Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval...not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation Trailer towing 101 101 105 109 130 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Fuses and ...
...specifications 190 196 198 199 202 210 227 234 234 237 Accessories Index 251 255 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 2 Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval...not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation Trailer towing 101 101 105 109 130 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Fuses and ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... be disabled and the ABS may be observed during emergency stops by the RABS. You should apply the brakes with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is turned to lock, momentarily release the pedal and... feel the front wheels begin to the ON position. any pulsations or mechanical noise you maintain steering control during ABS braking; Driving emergency stops by keeping the rear brakes from locking. The front wheels, however, may cause the front wheels to be steered. If the light does not...
... be disabled and the ABS may be observed during emergency stops by the RABS. You should apply the brakes with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is turned to lock, momentarily release the pedal and... feel the front wheels begin to the ON position. any pulsations or mechanical noise you maintain steering control during ABS braking; Driving emergency stops by keeping the rear brakes from locking. The front wheels, however, may cause the front wheels to be steered. If the light does not...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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.... Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brakelamps are designed to drive cautiously could result...differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity, may handle differently than low-slung sports cars are not operating properly. Apply the brake pedal and shift to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter. 109
.... Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brakelamps are designed to drive cautiously could result...differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity, may handle differently than low-slung sports cars are not operating properly. Apply the brake pedal and shift to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter. 109
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... gearshift is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. If the parking brake is latched in each gear. Refer to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn...
... gearshift is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. If the parking brake is latched in each gear. Refer to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn...
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... is equipped with a steadily increasing force which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to road conditions. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the anti-lock brake system. 125 Do not "pump" the brakes. Refer to travel. Rapid pumping of the lower gears. Although a... 4WD vehicle may steer in order to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. When you...
... is equipped with a steadily increasing force which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to road conditions. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the anti-lock brake system. 125 Do not "pump" the brakes. Refer to travel. Rapid pumping of the lower gears. Although a... 4WD vehicle may steer in order to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. When you...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...Tan Natural Cartridge Fuse link maxi cartridge fuses Blue Blue - - Brown - Remove the panel cover to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Maxi fuses Yellow - Yellow - Black Passenger compartment fuse panel / power distribution box The fuse panel is located below and to access the...fasteners counterclockwise. 161 Standard fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Pink Pink Green Green Red Red - Roadside Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 25A 30A 40A 50A 60A 70A 80A Mini...
...Tan Natural Cartridge Fuse link maxi cartridge fuses Blue Blue - - Brown - Remove the panel cover to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Maxi fuses Yellow - Yellow - Black Passenger compartment fuse panel / power distribution box The fuse panel is located below and to access the...fasteners counterclockwise. 161 Standard fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Pink Pink Green Green Red Red - Roadside Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 25A 30A 40A 50A 60A 70A 80A Mini...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 ...module/4x4 module Not used Not used Engine control Engine control (gasoline engine only) Not used (spare) 4-Wheel Anti-lock Brake System (4WABS) module Air bags Ignition switch Run feed EATC module/Front blower relay coil Customer access Highbeam headlamps Clutch interlock...only), Transmission range sensor (automatic transmissions only) then to starter relay coil (all transmissions) Radio (start) Front wiper Brake on-off switch Instrument cluster PCM Keep-Alive Horn Trailer tow park lamps and backup lamps 163 32 33 34 35 ...
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 ...module/4x4 module Not used Not used Engine control Engine control (gasoline engine only) Not used (spare) 4-Wheel Anti-lock Brake System (4WABS) module Air bags Ignition switch Run feed EATC module/Front blower relay coil Customer access Highbeam headlamps Clutch interlock...only), Transmission range sensor (automatic transmissions only) then to starter relay coil (all transmissions) Radio (start) Front wiper Brake on-off switch Instrument cluster PCM Keep-Alive Horn Trailer tow park lamps and backup lamps 163 32 33 34 35 ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... pump Instrument cluster Delayed accessory Fog lamps Not used Ignition switch Run/Start feed Left-hand lowbeam Right-hand lowbeam Not used Trailer tow electric brake Door locks/Body security module Ignition switch Not used Injector driver module (Diesel engine only) Front wiper main Front blower motor Not used Heated seats... power seats Starter motor Right-hand power seats Trailer tow battery charge Ignition switch Door window motors 4WABS module Not used Not used 164 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112...
... pump Instrument cluster Delayed accessory Fog lamps Not used Ignition switch Run/Start feed Left-hand lowbeam Right-hand lowbeam Not used Trailer tow electric brake Door locks/Body security module Ignition switch Not used Injector driver module (Diesel engine only) Front wiper main Front blower motor Not used Heated seats... power seats Starter motor Right-hand power seats Trailer tow battery charge Ignition switch Door window motors 4WABS module Not used Not used 164 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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Roadside Emergencies Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Not used 305 - Spare tire information Your vehicle may be used as either a spare or a regular tire. Starter relay * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses ***Circuit Breaker CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle's speed...
Roadside Emergencies Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Not used 305 - Spare tire information Your vehicle may be used as either a spare or a regular tire. Starter relay * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses ***Circuit Breaker CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle's speed...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... Some resistance will engage with a slight push and counterclockwise turn. Remove the retainer through the bumper hole and into the guide tube. Roadside Emergencies 2. Attach the spare tire lock key (A) to the jack handle (B). 3. The key and lock will be felt when turning the jack ... tire until you can slide the tire rearward and the cable is slack. 5. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake. • Automatic transmission: Place gearshift lever in P (Park). • Manual transmission: Place gearshift lever in R (Reverse). • Electronic Shift...
... Some resistance will engage with a slight push and counterclockwise turn. Remove the retainer through the bumper hole and into the guide tube. Roadside Emergencies 2. Attach the spare tire lock key (A) to the jack handle (B). 3. The key and lock will be felt when turning the jack ... tire until you can slide the tire rearward and the cable is slack. 5. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake. • Automatic transmission: Place gearshift lever in P (Park). • Manual transmission: Place gearshift lever in R (Reverse). • Electronic Shift...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...jack, even if the transmission is in both directions) the wheel that the parking brake is set and the diagonally opposite wheel is blocked. To prevent the vehicle from moving when you... change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission).... the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the ground. Roadside Emergencies To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change the tire, be sure that is diagonally ...
...jack, even if the transmission is in both directions) the wheel that the parking brake is set and the diagonally opposite wheel is blocked. To prevent the vehicle from moving when you... change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission).... the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the ground. Roadside Emergencies To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change the tire, be sure that is diagonally ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... wheel nuts, apply one drop of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut. Roadside Emergencies The following steps apply to the specified torque at 160 km (100 miles), and again at...foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts the wheel. Refer to come off while the vehicle is installed, ... miles) after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. Wheel lug nut torque* Nm Lb-ft M14 x 1.5 200-225 150-165 * Torque...
... wheel nuts, apply one drop of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut. Roadside Emergencies The following steps apply to the specified torque at 160 km (100 miles), and again at...foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts the wheel. Refer to come off while the vehicle is installed, ... miles) after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. Wheel lug nut torque* Nm Lb-ft M14 x 1.5 200-225 150-165 * Torque...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... battery. Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Roadside Emergencies 1. Ensure that vent caps are used to protect any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Set the parking brake on in both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other end...
... battery. Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Roadside Emergencies 1. Ensure that vent caps are used to protect any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Set the parking brake on in both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other end...
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... lubricant specifications ..237, 240 refill capacities ...234 traction lok ...108 B Battery ...202 acid, treating emergencies ...202 jumping a disabled battery ...174 maintenance-free ...202 replacement, specifications ...234 servicing ...202 BeltMinder ...77 Brakes ...105 anti-lock ...105-107 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...106 fluid, checking and adding ...221 fluid, refill capacities ...234...
... lubricant specifications ..237, 240 refill capacities ...234 traction lok ...108 B Battery ...202 acid, treating emergencies ...202 jumping a disabled battery ...174 maintenance-free ...202 replacement, specifications ...234 servicing ...202 BeltMinder ...77 Brakes ...105 anti-lock ...105-107 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...106 fluid, checking and adding ...221 fluid, refill capacities ...234...