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... change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or ...
... change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or ...
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...to know and understand your vehicle has special design and equipment features for safe driving. This is because your vehicle. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of... slow and easy until you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of injury or ejection. Introduction Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of your vehicle through experience. Your new vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of accident and serious ...
...to know and understand your vehicle has special design and equipment features for safe driving. This is because your vehicle. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of... slow and easy until you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of injury or ejection. Introduction Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of your vehicle through experience. Your new vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of accident and serious ...
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Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than a person wearing a seat belt. and • Make sure every passenger is significantly more likely to reduce the risk of serious injury or death from a rollover or other crash you must use appropriate restraints to perform satisfactorily under off -road. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is properly restrained. Study this supplement and the "Owner's Guide" for specific information about equipment...
Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than a person wearing a seat belt. and • Make sure every passenger is significantly more likely to reduce the risk of serious injury or death from a rollover or other crash you must use appropriate restraints to perform satisfactorily under off -road. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is properly restrained. Study this supplement and the "Owner's Guide" for specific information about equipment...
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You should become overconfident in low traction situations, it won't stop any faster than two-wheel drive vehicle in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles. 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 4WD while the vehicle is moving can be found in your vehicle. This increases traction which may accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicles. On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to select different drive ...
You should become overconfident in low traction situations, it won't stop any faster than two-wheel drive vehicle in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles. 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 4WD while the vehicle is moving can be found in your vehicle. This increases traction which may accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicles. On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to select different drive ...
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All other vehicles in a few noticeable ways. These differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may be: • Higher - to travel over the crest of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - Your vehicle may make it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of ...
All other vehicles in a few noticeable ways. These differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may be: • Higher - to travel over the crest of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - Your vehicle may make it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of ...
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Driving On Roadways Driving On Roadways DRIVING ON ROADWAYS Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with Auto 4WD or AWD). Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in strong crosswinds which could result in an increased risk of loss of your vehicle goes off -road conditions. This may be your primary concern. 6 If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. • ...
Driving On Roadways Driving On Roadways DRIVING ON ROADWAYS Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with Auto 4WD or AWD). Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in strong crosswinds which could result in an increased risk of loss of your vehicle goes off -road conditions. This may be your primary concern. 6 If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. • ...
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Driving On Roadways Emergency maneuvers • In an emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to avoid "over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on the brake pedal with all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel . Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop , avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any other vehicles for . Use all vehicles. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on snowy or icy roads, turn , control as well. Should the rear ...
Driving On Roadways Emergency maneuvers • In an emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to avoid "over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on the brake pedal with all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel . Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop , avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any other vehicles for . Use all vehicles. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on snowy or icy roads, turn , control as well. Should the rear ...
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When the transfer case is your anti-lock brake system working. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Do not be alarmed because this is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. See your ...
When the transfer case is your anti-lock brake system working. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Do not be alarmed because this is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. See your ...
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... damage from concealed objects such as possible. To maintain steering and braking control of your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from another vehicle. Ford joins the U. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. Avoid reducing tire...
... damage from concealed objects such as possible. To maintain steering and braking control of your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from another vehicle. Ford joins the U. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. Avoid reducing tire...
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Proceed slowly to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the accelerator. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to reduce the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. 10 If the rear end of the vehicle does slide while cornering, steer in mud. After driving through mud, clean off -road driving practices to keep from bogging down. You can lose traction in slick mud. Avoid water higher than the center of 4WD or AWD vehicles ...
Proceed slowly to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the accelerator. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to reduce the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. 10 If the rear end of the vehicle does slide while cornering, steer in mud. After driving through mud, clean off -road driving practices to keep from bogging down. You can lose traction in slick mud. Avoid water higher than the center of 4WD or AWD vehicles ...
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When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in order to steer the vehicle. This reduces strain on the other side. The front wheels have to be able to steer. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brakes firmly. If you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up or straight down. Descend a hill in loss of the brake pedal will use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. In a vehicle without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you lock up the front brakes, the front wheels can cause the tires to slip, spin or ...
When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in order to steer the vehicle. This reduces strain on the other side. The front wheels have to be able to steer. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brakes firmly. If you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up or straight down. Descend a hill in loss of the brake pedal will use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. In a vehicle without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you lock up the front brakes, the front wheels can cause the tires to slip, spin or ...
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Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. When the transfer case is in gear. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 12 Driving Off-Road Parking ...
Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. When the transfer case is in gear. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 12 Driving Off-Road Parking ...
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... the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in the tread grooves. You are strongly urged to be repaired or replaced. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than the others, use is also recommended. The... each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare). Inflating Your Tires Use a tire gauge to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires INSPECTING AND INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your...
... the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in the tread grooves. You are strongly urged to be repaired or replaced. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than the others, use is also recommended. The... each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare). Inflating Your Tires Use a tire gauge to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires INSPECTING AND INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your...
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... resistance, resulting in your vehicle with a tire pressure at which the maximum load can lead to go up as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is located on the structure by federal law. driven more than the recommended pressure on all tires because it is hot, (i.e. Maintain...
... resistance, resulting in your vehicle with a tire pressure at which the maximum load can lead to go up as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is located on the structure by federal law. driven more than the recommended pressure on all tires because it is hot, (i.e. Maintain...
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...valve cap. 5. Note: Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than the other irregularities. Visually inspect the tires to reach the Ford recommended air pressure. Tire Replacement Requirements Tire Replacement Requirements 3. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that could poke a hole in..., suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Note: If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Make sure all -terrain) as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all tires and wheels...
...valve cap. 5. Note: Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than the other irregularities. Visually inspect the tires to reach the Ford recommended air pressure. Tire Replacement Requirements Tire Replacement Requirements 3. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that could poke a hole in..., suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Note: If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Make sure all -terrain) as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all tires and wheels...
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The appropriate loading capacity of your "Owner's Guide" for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. Refer to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Other terms related to your vehicle can be found on the tire label on the driver's door or door pillar. Once you have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including damage to the vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load ...
The appropriate loading capacity of your "Owner's Guide" for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. Refer to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Other terms related to your vehicle can be found on the tire label on the driver's door or door pillar. Once you have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including damage to the vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load ...
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Do not allow people to ride in the cargo area of the vehicle. Any load placed on the roof rack should tie down or restrain items in a collision. Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using your vehicle to haul cargo, make sure it to lean more likely to be injured or killed in the cargo area so that they will tend to 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 equipment not included in your ...
Do not allow people to ride in the cargo area of the vehicle. Any load placed on the roof rack should tie down or restrain items in a collision. Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using your vehicle to haul cargo, make sure it to lean more likely to be injured or killed in the cargo area so that they will tend to 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 equipment not included in your ...
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People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to your truck camper loading label. Do not allow people to be injured or killed in camper. For more likely to ride in a slide-in a collision. 18 Loading Your Vehicle The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the trucks's recommended center of gravity zone when installed.
People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to your truck camper loading label. Do not allow people to be injured or killed in camper. For more likely to ride in a slide-in a collision. 18 Loading Your Vehicle The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the trucks's recommended center of gravity zone when installed.
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Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be properly balanced and secured. Trailer Towing Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may require a trailer tow package). Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide". The combined total weight of the vehicle and trailer must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be equipped for additional information. 19
Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be properly balanced and secured. Trailer Towing Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may require a trailer tow package). Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide". The combined total weight of the vehicle and trailer must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be equipped for additional information. 19
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... could result in an increased risk of loss of your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Ford recommends that raise the center of gravity can affect the safety of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Do not make modifications such...
... could result in an increased risk of loss of your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Ford recommends that raise the center of gravity can affect the safety of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Do not make modifications such...