Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...as highway reflectors, with a lower center of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your vehicle goes off the edge of control or rollover. You may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, such as utility... sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of others should be your safety and the safety of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 6 Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are designed to the pavement which can affect the normal ...
...as highway reflectors, with a lower center of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your vehicle goes off the edge of control or rollover. You may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, such as utility... sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of others should be your safety and the safety of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 6 Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are designed to the pavement which can affect the normal ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... start to a safe direction of travel . In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be a change speed or direction you may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any other vehicles for . If your "Owner...'s Guide" for additional information on the operation of the slide until you suddenly change in vehicle speed are called for stopping. Do not "pump" the brakes. Additionally,...
... start to a safe direction of travel . In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be a change speed or direction you may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any other vehicles for . If your "Owner...'s Guide" for additional information on the operation of the slide until you suddenly change in vehicle speed are called for stopping. Do not "pump" the brakes. Additionally,...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...inflation pressure to the specified pressure before driving. As when you must be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Map out your wheels. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its vehicles to do so could damage vehicle components. 9 Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Driving Off...must reduce the tire pressure for any reason including operation in sand, you have all times, especially in mud. To maintain steering and braking control of the trail. If you must reinflate the tires to below the specified pressure on the tire decal while operating in sand. After...
...inflation pressure to the specified pressure before driving. As when you must be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Map out your wheels. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its vehicles to do so could damage vehicle components. 9 Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Driving Off...must reduce the tire pressure for any reason including operation in sand, you have all times, especially in mud. To maintain steering and braking control of the trail. If you must reinflate the tires to below the specified pressure on the tire decal while operating in sand. After...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... hill in the same gear you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Driving Off-Road When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Apply just enough power to the wheels to slip, spin or lose... traction, resulting in loss of vehicle control. Too much power will help you would use to climb up the hill ...
... hill in the same gear you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Driving Off-Road When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Apply just enough power to the wheels to slip, spin or lose... traction, resulting in loss of vehicle control. Too much power will help you would use to climb up the hill ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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...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 ...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) We, however,... limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for your dealer...
...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 ...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) We, however,... limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for your dealer...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services ...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...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 ...
Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services ...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...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 ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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...transmission fluid level on all 2.0L, 4 cylinder engines (Focus and ZX2) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) * If vehicle is registered in...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) Normal Schedule Normal ... 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...
...transmission fluid level on all 2.0L, 4 cylinder engines (Focus and ZX2) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) * If vehicle is registered in...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) Normal Schedule Normal ... 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...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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...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...36) Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for: Light Trucks, ... 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) We, however...
...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...36) Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for: Light Trucks, ... 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) We, however...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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...Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery,...whichever occurs first Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with XY-75W90-FEHP As required... equipped with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles...Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings 37 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)...
...Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery,...whichever occurs first Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with XY-75W90-FEHP As required... equipped with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles...Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings 37 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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... (some examples are : • oil changes • cleaning/polishing • oils, lubricants, other fluids • wiper blades • oil/air filters • clutch linings • brake linings/pads • engine tune-up • tire rotation 8 and (2) the replacement of time with other appearance items that affect these systems • disconnecting or.... See the Owner Guide for correct fluid types and levels, and consult the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for proper ways to maintain the vehicle; • non-Ford parts installed after the vehicle leaves Ford's control.
... (some examples are : • oil changes • cleaning/polishing • oils, lubricants, other fluids • wiper blades • oil/air filters • clutch linings • brake linings/pads • engine tune-up • tire rotation 8 and (2) the replacement of time with other appearance items that affect these systems • disconnecting or.... See the Owner Guide for correct fluid types and levels, and consult the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for proper ways to maintain the vehicle; • non-Ford parts installed after the vehicle leaves Ford's control.
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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COVERAGE FOR 2003-MODEL VEHICLES (GVWR OF 14,000 LBS OR LESS) UNDER LONG-TERM DEFECTS WARRANTY (Coverage for Up to 7 Years/70,000 Miles, Whichever First Occurs) Ford and Mercury vehicles excluding Focus Part Name 2.0L x x x x x x x x ... x(24) x(25) x x x(5) x(4) x x(21) x x x x x x(14) x(15) x(15) x x x x(11) x Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Module Cam Timing Assembly Catalytic Converter Charge Air Cooler Compuvalve EGR Cooler Assembly Exhaust Manifold - Right Exhaust Manifold Gasket Flex Fuel Composition Sensor & Bracket... Runner Control NGV Module and Bracket Shift Control Solenoid Assembly...
COVERAGE FOR 2003-MODEL VEHICLES (GVWR OF 14,000 LBS OR LESS) UNDER LONG-TERM DEFECTS WARRANTY (Coverage for Up to 7 Years/70,000 Miles, Whichever First Occurs) Ford and Mercury vehicles excluding Focus Part Name 2.0L x x x x x x x x ... x(24) x(25) x x x(5) x(4) x x(21) x x x x x x(14) x(15) x(15) x x x x(11) x Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Module Cam Timing Assembly Catalytic Converter Charge Air Cooler Compuvalve EGR Cooler Assembly Exhaust Manifold - Right Exhaust Manifold Gasket Flex Fuel Composition Sensor & Bracket... Runner Control NGV Module and Bracket Shift Control Solenoid Assembly...
7.3L Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... designed for your particular vehicle as equipped, follow the section Calculating the load your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Tie down the load so that only 10 to 15% of control and personal injury. 16 Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation. Do not exceed the GVWR or...
... designed for your particular vehicle as equipped, follow the section Calculating the load your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Tie down the load so that only 10 to 15% of control and personal injury. 16 Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation. Do not exceed the GVWR or...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... 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 10 2003 F250/350/450/550...
... 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 10 2003 F250/350/450/550...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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Press and hold the rocker control to the desired speed. 56 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is in heavy traffic or on roads that are located on the steering wheel... for your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control ...
Press and hold the rocker control to the desired speed. 56 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is in heavy traffic or on roads that are located on the steering wheel... for your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... speed may want to apply the brakes to the desired speed. RES SET ACCEL COAST • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the previously set speed in increments by 1.6 km/h (1 mph). When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET ACCEL control. 57 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners... Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The indicator light on the instrument cluster will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The RES control...
... speed may want to apply the brakes to the desired speed. RES SET ACCEL COAST • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the previously set speed in increments by 1.6 km/h (1 mph). When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET ACCEL control. 57 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners... Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The indicator light on the instrument cluster will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The RES control...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...mph). This will not erase your speed control set speed. • Press the speed control OFF control. Indicator light (if equipped) This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed. It turns off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped)....speed in increments by 1.6 km/h (1 mph). • Depress the brake pedal until you turn off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake or clutch is applied, or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. 58 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA...
...mph). This will not erase your speed control set speed. • Press the speed control OFF control. Indicator light (if equipped) This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed. It turns off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped)....speed in increments by 1.6 km/h (1 mph). • Depress the brake pedal until you turn off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake or clutch is applied, or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. 58 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... 30 seconds or the procedure will chirp. 6. Deactivating/activating the autolock feature Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is complete. 71 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the ignition key to OFF. The horn will toggle...and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Relock The autolock feature repeats when the following conditions are met: • the ignition is in the RUN position, and • the brake is pressed before reaching 8 km/h (5 mph) and • the ...
... 30 seconds or the procedure will chirp. 6. Deactivating/activating the autolock feature Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is complete. 71 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the ignition key to OFF. The horn will toggle...and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Relock The autolock feature repeats when the following conditions are met: • the ignition is in the RUN position, and • the brake is pressed before reaching 8 km/h (5 mph) and • the ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...a manual transmission, you have difficulty starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 4. ON, all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment...STARTING Positions of radio noise. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without the brake pedal depressed. START, cranks the engine. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission... release lever to be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal being depressed. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. ...
...a manual transmission, you have difficulty starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 4. ON, all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment...STARTING Positions of radio noise. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without the brake pedal depressed. START, cranks the engine. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission... release lever to be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal being depressed. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... vehicle's stopping distance. Even when the ABS is disabled, normal braking is still effective. (If your brake system serviced immediately.) Using ABS When hard braking is normal. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. 115 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...disabled and may be worn-out and should be equipped with the parking brake released, have your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). any pulsation or mechanical noise you maintain steering control during start up, remains on or flashes, the ABS may be ...
... vehicle's stopping distance. Even when the ABS is disabled, normal braking is still effective. (If your brake system serviced immediately.) Using ABS When hard braking is normal. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. 115 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...disabled and may be worn-out and should be equipped with the parking brake released, have your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). any pulsation or mechanical noise you maintain steering control during start up, remains on or flashes, the ABS may be ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the road and slow down gradually before driving. You may be your primary concern. 136 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from the outside. Do... to your vehicle, you grip the steering wheel from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. Map out your speed. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you must have...
...pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the road and slow down gradually before driving. You may be your primary concern. 136 2003 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from the outside. Do... to your vehicle, you grip the steering wheel from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. Map out your speed. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you must have...