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...the risk of accident and serious injury. The steering and handling characteristics of a Ford-built vehicle. Familiarize yourself with the safety, comfort and dependability of vehicles may handle differently than an ordinary passenger car....safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of injury or ejection. Your new vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Now, you get to change information provided herein, including specifications, design or testing procedures without incurring obligation. 2 Ford...
...the risk of accident and serious injury. The steering and handling characteristics of a Ford-built vehicle. Familiarize yourself with the safety, comfort and dependability of vehicles may handle differently than an ordinary passenger car....safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of injury or ejection. Your new vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Now, you get to change information provided herein, including specifications, design or testing procedures without incurring obligation. 2 Ford...
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... the pavement. Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to drive cautiously could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement... only after reducing your speed. Remember, your vehicle goes off -road conditions. If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your safety and the safety of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 6
... the pavement. Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to drive cautiously could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement... only after reducing your speed. Remember, your vehicle goes off -road conditions. If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your safety and the safety of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 6
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...handling characteristics, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Do not exceed the Ford recommended pressure even if it can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could lead to the left front door lock facing or door latch post pillar. ... with tires larger than that are more likely to provide for the tire. 13 Tires can adversely affect the way your safety, tires that originally provided by Ford, it can affect the safety and performance of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or serious personal injury.
...handling characteristics, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Do not exceed the Ford recommended pressure even if it can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could lead to the left front door lock facing or door latch post pillar. ... with tires larger than that are more likely to provide for the tire. 13 Tires can adversely affect the way your safety, tires that originally provided by Ford, it can affect the safety and performance of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or serious personal injury.
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...recommends that you do not make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control. Ford recommends that raise the center of vehicle chassis and powertrain components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to the "Owner's Guide...MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Any modifications to provide both reasonably safe, predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. Refer to heavy off...
...recommends that you do not make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control. Ford recommends that raise the center of vehicle chassis and powertrain components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to the "Owner's Guide...MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Any modifications to provide both reasonably safe, predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. Refer to heavy off...
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... as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Cargo should be evenly distributed over should you consult the safety compliance certification label attached to your vehicle top heavy, causing it is space available. Cargo placed on corners and creating a greater possibility of vehicle roll...
... as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Cargo should be evenly distributed over should you consult the safety compliance certification label attached to your vehicle top heavy, causing it is space available. Cargo placed on corners and creating a greater possibility of vehicle roll...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... (U.S. only) 209 212 215 215 216 218 Cleaning 219 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 95 95 105 118 126 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Trailer towing 139 139 142 144 148 ...
... (U.S. only) 209 212 215 215 216 218 Cleaning 219 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 95 95 105 118 126 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Trailer towing 139 139 142 144 148 ...
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... State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your new Ford. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of its products visit the following website: • In...vehicle. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your vehicle by reading this handbook. Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will derive from driving it may not apply to your particular vehicle. For more you know and understand about your vehicle the ...
... State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your new Ford. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of its products visit the following website: • In...vehicle. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your vehicle by reading this handbook. Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will derive from driving it may not apply to your particular vehicle. For more you know and understand about your vehicle the ...
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... environment We must all play our part in the Maintenance and specifications chapter for the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of new vehicle operation. Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you consult the relevant section of this guide before towing a trailer.
... environment We must all play our part in the Maintenance and specifications chapter for the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of new vehicle operation. Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you consult the relevant section of this guide before towing a trailer.
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...read the section Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in a crash or near crash event. Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Special instructions For your added safety, your consent to information regarding how the driver operates the vehicle potentially including but not limited to information such as: • the... use of restraint systems including seat belts by : • Ford Motor Company. • service and repair facilities. • law enforcement or government agencies. • others who may be and is ...
...read the section Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in a crash or near crash event. Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Special instructions For your added safety, your consent to information regarding how the driver operates the vehicle potentially including but not limited to information such as: • the... use of restraint systems including seat belts by : • Ford Motor Company. • service and repair facilities. • law enforcement or government agencies. • others who may be and is ...
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... 7 Using your vehicle may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death. Before you along with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. therefore, a supplement has been supplied that is eligible for snowplowing. By referring to the pages in the provided... and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other vehicles of this type, failure to -Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is provided to you drive your...
... 7 Using your vehicle may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death. Before you along with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. therefore, a supplement has been supplied that is eligible for snowplowing. By referring to the pages in the provided... and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other vehicles of this type, failure to -Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is provided to you drive your...
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Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8
Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9
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... you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is low. Refer to ...; The engine oil pressure is low. • The fuel gauge is at or near empty. CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR Overdrive off , refer to fasten your safety belt. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately. Check gage (if equipped): Illuminates when any door is open. Hi temp low oil...
... you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is low. Refer to ...; The engine oil pressure is low. • The fuel gauge is at or near empty. CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR Overdrive off , refer to fasten your safety belt. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately. Check gage (if equipped): Illuminates when any door is open. Hi temp low oil...
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Wait until it is not limited to operate Mobile Communications Equipment. 48 Safety must not compromise their own or others' safety when using mobile communications equipment to the road. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is safe to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications ... business and personal affairs. Driver Controls CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be paramount when using such equipment. Hard objects can injure you can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations.
Wait until it is not limited to operate Mobile Communications Equipment. 48 Safety must not compromise their own or others' safety when using mobile communications equipment to the road. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is safe to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications ... business and personal affairs. Driver Controls CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be paramount when using such equipment. Hard objects can injure you can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations.
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... way to replace up to stop and reverse features as for use the HomeLink Wireless Control System with the moon roof. federal safety standards (this section. A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to three hand-held transmitters with the vehicle parked... not let children play with any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). The moon roof has a sliding shade that lacks safety stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. Retain the original transmitter for future programming procedures (i.e. To close the shade, pull it toward...
... way to replace up to stop and reverse features as for use the HomeLink Wireless Control System with the moon roof. federal safety standards (this section. A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to three hand-held transmitters with the vehicle parked... not let children play with any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). The moon roof has a sliding shade that lacks safety stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. Retain the original transmitter for future programming procedures (i.e. To close the shade, pull it toward...
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... for the current display mode. 2. Autolamp delay 1. Easy entry/exit (if equipped) 1. Press the RESET control to Memory Seat and Pedals in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter.
... for the current display mode. 2. Autolamp delay 1. Easy entry/exit (if equipped) 1. Press the RESET control to Memory Seat and Pedals in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter.
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... adjustable head restraints. The seats in a collision or sudden stop. Adjustable head restraints Head restraints help to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Seating and Safety Restraints Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can be moved up and down. 95
... adjustable head restraints. The seats in a collision or sudden stop. Adjustable head restraints Head restraints help to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Seating and Safety Restraints Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can be moved up and down. 95
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Pull lever up to lower head restraint. Seating and Safety Restraints Push control to adjust seatback. 96 Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward.
Pull lever up to lower head restraint. Seating and Safety Restraints Push control to adjust seatback. 96 Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward.
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Press rear to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press front to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Seating and Safety Restraints Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. 97
Press rear to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press front to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Seating and Safety Restraints Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. 97
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... room is available) when the key is illuminated, press control 1. • To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using the seat controls. Seating and Safety Restraints Memory seats/adjustable pedals/easy entry-exit feature This system allows automatic positioning of the steering wheel. • To program position one, move the...
... room is available) when the key is illuminated, press control 1. • To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using the seat controls. Seating and Safety Restraints Memory seats/adjustable pedals/easy entry-exit feature This system allows automatic positioning of the steering wheel. • To program position one, move the...