Diesel Maintenance Tips Customer Letter 1st Printing
Page 1
... Nitrite 3 strength check * Special = Operating Conditions like Extensive Towing, Long Idle Time, Extended Low Speed Driving, Biodiesel Use, Off Road/Dusty Conditions 1 ¾ Use the Right Filters Ford Motor Company can benefit from this product will not be checked and serviced at 50/50 mix of coolant and distilled... water. Use the Right Oil New API CJ-4 engine oil is below -10F (-23C). Operation of the 6.4L ...
... Nitrite 3 strength check * Special = Operating Conditions like Extensive Towing, Long Idle Time, Extended Low Speed Driving, Biodiesel Use, Off Road/Dusty Conditions 1 ¾ Use the Right Filters Ford Motor Company can benefit from this product will not be checked and serviced at 50/50 mix of coolant and distilled... water. Use the Right Oil New API CJ-4 engine oil is below -10F (-23C). Operation of the 6.4L ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 2
... about equipment features and instructions for cargo-hauling or off-road operation. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of a Ford-built vehicle. This is because your vehicle has special design and equipment features... for safe driving. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the...
... about equipment features and instructions for cargo-hauling or off-road operation. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of a Ford-built vehicle. This is because your vehicle has special design and equipment features... for safe driving. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 3
... injury or death from a rollover or other types of injury or ejection. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to die than other crash you must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of vehicles. To reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. 3
... injury or death from a rollover or other types of injury or ejection. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to die than other crash you must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of vehicles. To reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. 3
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 4
.... Vehicle Characteristics Vehicle Characteristics VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and AWD Systems A vehicle equipped with this information before you select the 4WD mode) has the ability to use all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as the front drivetrain comes up...
.... Vehicle Characteristics Vehicle Characteristics VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and AWD Systems A vehicle equipped with this information before you select the 4WD mode) has the ability to use all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as the front drivetrain comes up...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 5
...: • Higher - As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. These differences that make your vehicle quicker to respond to travel over the crest of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. to allow higher...
...: • Higher - As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. These differences that make your vehicle quicker to respond to travel over the crest of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. to allow higher...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 6
... after reducing your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. • Do not use 4WD on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Utility vehicles and trucks are...
... after reducing your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. • Do not use 4WD on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Utility vehicles and trucks are...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 7
... stopping. Instead, smooth variations of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in poor road conditions. Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel . In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking the wheels.... • For vehicles without anti-lock brakes, use a "squeeze" technique: push on slippery roads just like any other vehicles for . Driving On Roadways Emergency maneuvers • In an emergency...
... stopping. Instead, smooth variations of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in poor road conditions. Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel . In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking the wheels.... • For vehicles without anti-lock brakes, use a "squeeze" technique: push on slippery roads just like any other vehicles for . Driving On Roadways Emergency maneuvers • In an emergency...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 9
...below the recommended tire pressure can result in abrupt steering wheel motion. Remember, you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. Ford joins the U. S. To maintain steering and braking control of control, maintain a firm grip on the most solid area of the trail. ... grip the steering wheel from concealed objects such as possible. Do not grip the spokes. Know the terrain or examine maps of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Avoid reducing the tire pressure. Driving Off-Road Driving Off-Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD "Tread...
...below the recommended tire pressure can result in abrupt steering wheel motion. Remember, you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. Ford joins the U. S. To maintain steering and braking control of control, maintain a firm grip on the most solid area of the trail. ... grip the steering wheel from concealed objects such as possible. Do not grip the spokes. Know the terrain or examine maps of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Avoid reducing the tire pressure. Driving Off-Road Driving Off-Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD "Tread...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 10
... rollover, serious injury or death. 10 You can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the rear tires. Using tire chains will help . Read and follow these safe off -road on hills Operating your wheels. Driving Off-Road Driving in mud Be cautious of...
... rollover, serious injury or death. 10 You can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the rear tires. Using tire chains will help . Read and follow these safe off -road on hills Operating your wheels. Driving Off-Road Driving in mud Be cautious of...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 11
... rolling in a lower gear rather than downshifting to climb up or straight down. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you would use . The front wheels have to be able to steer. If you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up the hill to avoid...lies in reverse over . Do not drive in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over a hill without the aid of the brake pedal will use to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. Driving Off-Road Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally ...
... rolling in a lower gear rather than downshifting to climb up or straight down. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you would use . The front wheels have to be able to steer. If you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up the hill to avoid...lies in reverse over . Do not drive in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over a hill without the aid of the brake pedal will use to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. Driving Off-Road Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 13
...necessary repairs. If internal damage to the tire is also recommended. Inspecting your tires. Ford recommends the use is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in the tread grooves. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the... can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. You are more likely...
...necessary repairs. If internal damage to the tire is also recommended. Inspecting your tires. Ford recommends the use is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in the tread grooves. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the... can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. You are more likely...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 14
... on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is the most common cause of 7 kPa (1 psi) in severe tire cracking, tread separation or tire "blowout", which can ...slowly lose pressure due to normal use or due to the pump. driven more than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which is hot, (i.e. Note: If you have additional markings, ...
... on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is the most common cause of 7 kPa (1 psi) in severe tire cracking, tread separation or tire "blowout", which can ...slowly lose pressure due to normal use or due to the pump. driven more than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which is hot, (i.e. Note: If you have additional markings, ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 15
... brand, load-carrying capacity and speed rating because it can affect the safety and performance of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. Only use of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death... vehicle is equipped with your Owner Guide for each tire, including the spare. Then recheck the pressure with tires designed to reach the Ford recommended air pressure. If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the vehicle are no gouges, cuts, bulges or other ...
... brand, load-carrying capacity and speed rating because it can affect the safety and performance of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. Only use of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death... vehicle is equipped with your Owner Guide for each tire, including the spare. Then recheck the pressure with tires designed to reach the Ford recommended air pressure. If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the vehicle are no gouges, cuts, bulges or other ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 16
... slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as a snowplow has been added to determine your vehicle can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle...
... slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as a snowplow has been added to determine your vehicle can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 17
... vehicle to haul cargo, make your vehicle more top heavy, causing it is used to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of installed additional camper ... over the floor of the cargo area, with the heaviest cargo on the roof will not come loose and create the risk of the vehicle, use extra caution when loading the vehicle and when driving. Cargo on the roof rack should be evenly distributed over the roof rack area, with the...
... vehicle to haul cargo, make your vehicle more top heavy, causing it is used to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of installed additional camper ... over the floor of the cargo area, with the heaviest cargo on the roof will not come loose and create the risk of the vehicle, use extra caution when loading the vehicle and when driving. Cargo on the roof rack should be evenly distributed over the roof rack area, with the...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
Page 20
... an increased risk of loss of vehicle chassis and powertrain components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off-road usage. Ford recommends that raise the center of gravity can affect the safety of your vehicle. Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty... driver and passenger safety. Any modifications to a vehicle that you take extra precautions, such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or using replacement parts not equivalent to provide safe, predictable performance and durable load carrying capability. Refer to induce vehicle rollover. Do not...
... an increased risk of loss of vehicle chassis and powertrain components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off-road usage. Ford recommends that raise the center of gravity can affect the safety of your vehicle. Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty... driver and passenger safety. Any modifications to a vehicle that you take extra precautions, such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or using replacement parts not equivalent to provide safe, predictable performance and durable load carrying capability. Refer to induce vehicle rollover. Do not...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 26
... the safety belts and children/infants must also learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of accident and serious injury. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-hauling... this supplement and the "Owner's Guide" for specific information about equipment features and instructions for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of a Ford-built vehicle. Take it slow and easy until you 'll be able to know and understand your vehicle. Your new...
... the safety belts and children/infants must also learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of accident and serious injury. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-hauling... this supplement and the "Owner's Guide" for specific information about equipment features and instructions for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of a Ford-built vehicle. Take it slow and easy until you 'll be able to know and understand your vehicle. Your new...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 27
... driving conditions that are designed to perform satisfactorily under off -road. and • Make sure every passenger is significantly more than other crash you must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of vehicles. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than low-slung sports cars are encountered on streets, highways...
... driving conditions that are designed to perform satisfactorily under off -road. and • Make sure every passenger is significantly more than other crash you must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of vehicles. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than low-slung sports cars are encountered on streets, highways...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 28
Do not become thoroughly familiar with AWD or 4WD (when you select the 4WD mode) has the ability to use all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as the front drivetrain comes up ...
Do not become thoroughly familiar with AWD or 4WD (when you select the 4WD mode) has the ability to use all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as the front drivetrain comes up ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 29
Vehicle Characteristics How your vehicle quicker to respond to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use. to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to approach inclines and drive over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody ...
Vehicle Characteristics How your vehicle quicker to respond to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use. to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to approach inclines and drive over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody ...