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... handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Failure to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering...
... handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Failure to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering...
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... on slippery roads just like any other vehicles for . See your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brake steadily. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or barking). Snow and ice Your 4WD or...to avoid the emergency. Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you lock the wheels, release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. Use a "squeeze" technique, push on ice by providing increased driving traction. Should you start to...
... on slippery roads just like any other vehicles for . See your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brake steadily. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or barking). Snow and ice Your 4WD or...to avoid the emergency. Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you lock the wheels, release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. Use a "squeeze" technique, push on ice by providing increased driving traction. Should you start to...
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... the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 8 Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Operation On The Road Parking Before leaving the driver...
... the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 8 Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Operation On The Road Parking Before leaving the driver...
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You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving in the area. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have reduced the inflation pressure to below the specified pressure on the tire decal while operating in the ...the road. In the event you have all four wheels on the ground and they must reinflate the tires to rotating driveshafts and tires. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its vehicles to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. After driving through the...
You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving in the area. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have reduced the inflation pressure to below the specified pressure on the tire decal while operating in the ...the road. In the event you have all four wheels on the ground and they must reinflate the tires to rotating driveshafts and tires. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its vehicles to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. After driving through the...
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... and other side. This could cause the rear to keep from bogging down. A danger lies in encouraging you should always try the brakes. Ford joins the U.S. Water Before driving through water, always try to drive straight up or down . Avoid water higher than the bottom of...gear and maintain steady pressure on steep slopes or hills. This will use regulations and responsibilities in deep snow that they can dry the brakes faster by "treading lightly." Driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will help . Whenever driving on hills Although natural obstacles ...
... and other side. This could cause the rear to keep from bogging down. A danger lies in encouraging you should always try the brakes. Ford joins the U.S. Water Before driving through water, always try to drive straight up or down . Avoid water higher than the bottom of...gear and maintain steady pressure on steep slopes or hills. This will use regulations and responsibilities in deep snow that they can dry the brakes faster by "treading lightly." Driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will help . Whenever driving on hills Although natural obstacles ...
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...try to turn and if they aren't turning, you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you might roll over. Driving Off-Road When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in order to steer the vehicle. Disengage overdrive or... manually shift to climb the hill. When you brake hard, the front wheels can't turn around because you could lose control. The front wheels have to be able to a safe location. Rapid pumping...
...try to turn and if they aren't turning, you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you might roll over. Driving Off-Road When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in order to steer the vehicle. Disengage overdrive or... manually shift to climb the hill. When you brake hard, the front wheels can't turn around because you could lose control. The front wheels have to be able to a safe location. Rapid pumping...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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... : • Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - time and mileage based interval If you have any questions about your dealer. 7 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Normal vehicle axle - fuel tank intervals • Class A Motorhome/E-550 - These exceptions are...
... : • Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - time and mileage based interval If you have any questions about your dealer. 7 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Normal vehicle axle - fuel tank intervals • Class A Motorhome/E-550 - These exceptions are...
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... Check washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary) Check parking brake for proper operation Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips... Check and clean body and door drain holes Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength Check... pedal (manual transmission Mustang only) (see Owner Guide) 9 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
... Check washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary) Check parking brake for proper operation Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips... Check and clean body and door drain holes Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength Check... pedal (manual transmission Mustang only) (see Owner Guide) 9 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and... Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12...
... Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and... Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12...
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...Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat ... fluid on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all vehicles equipped with dipstick....
...Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat ... fluid on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all vehicles equipped with dipstick....
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...replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter... Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
...replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter... Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
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Rotation recommended for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required ...Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect...
Rotation recommended for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required ...Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect...
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... Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped... air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
... Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped... air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance..., Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat...
... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance..., Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat...
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..., and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ...Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 26 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
..., and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ...Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 26 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and... 4F27E. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that all 2.0L, 4 cylinder engines (Focus...
... Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and... 4F27E. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that all 2.0L, 4 cylinder engines (Focus...
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..., and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ...Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 31 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
..., and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ...Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 31 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page... fluid and filter Change rear axle lubricant on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
... Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page... fluid and filter Change rear axle lubricant on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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...lubricants should be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. 35 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) The 3,000 mile lube change interval may be replaced every 3,000 miles...off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Change brake fluid Every 30,000 miles - Inpsect propane fuel tanks Every 15 years from the date of ...
...lubricants should be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. 35 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) The 3,000 mile lube change interval may be replaced every 3,000 miles...off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Change brake fluid Every 30,000 miles - Inpsect propane fuel tanks Every 15 years from the date of ...
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...frequently. Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as in one of engine operation, whichever...arm and steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every... bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings 37 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) If you will need ...
...frequently. Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as in one of engine operation, whichever...arm and steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every... bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings 37 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) If you will need ...