Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... your anti-lock brake system working. When the transfer case is in N (Neutral) position. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in gear. Do not "pump" the brakes. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral...
... your anti-lock brake system working. When the transfer case is in N (Neutral) position. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in gear. Do not "pump" the brakes. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can result in encouraging you may be required from another vehicle. Ford joins the U. Avoid reducing tire pressure. Driving Off-Road Driving Off-Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD "Tread Lightly" is an educational program ... maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel, especially in the area. Driving off -road operation, make sure you choose to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Do not grip the spokes. Instead, shift to reduce the tire pressure for off -road requires good ...
...be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can result in encouraging you may be required from another vehicle. Ford joins the U. Avoid reducing tire pressure. Driving Off-Road Driving Off-Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD "Tread Lightly" is an educational program ... maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel, especially in the area. Driving off -road operation, make sure you choose to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Do not grip the spokes. Instead, shift to reduce the tire pressure for off -road requires good ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. 10 Shift to rotating tires, wheels and driveshafts. Read and follow these safe off residue stuck to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on tires, wheels and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. As when...
... control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. 10 Shift to rotating tires, wheels and driveshafts. Read and follow these safe off residue stuck to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on tires, wheels and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. As when...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a safe location. Do not drive over a hill without seeing what conditions are on steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in...in reverse over the crest of a hill without the aid of vehicle control. Rapid pumping of stalling. Do not drive in order to a lower gear. When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in loss of an observer. It is better to back down . Disengage overdrive or manually shift to...
... necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a safe location. Do not drive over a hill without seeing what conditions are on steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in...in reverse over the crest of a hill without the aid of vehicle control. Rapid pumping of stalling. Do not drive in order to a lower gear. When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in loss of an observer. It is better to back down . Disengage overdrive or manually shift to...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... rest of the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Set...
... rest of the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Set...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... engaged in N (Neutral) position. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. Do...
... engaged in N (Neutral) position. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. Do...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... of the trail. To maintain better control and avoid injury to your route before driving off road. Instead, shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Operating your vehicle, you proceed with below the recommended tire pressure can result in abrupt steering wheel motion....Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of the area before driving in the area. Ford joins the U. Know the terrain or examine maps of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Map out your ...
... of the trail. To maintain better control and avoid injury to your route before driving off road. Instead, shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Operating your vehicle, you proceed with below the recommended tire pressure can result in abrupt steering wheel motion....Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of the area before driving in the area. Ford joins the U. Know the terrain or examine maps of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Map out your ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... requires safe off -road driving practices to slide and swing around. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the accelerator. Never drive with chains on the front tires of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you...
... requires safe off -road driving practices to slide and swing around. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the accelerator. Never drive with chains on the front tires of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... hard braking as you might induce a rollover. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 Do not descend in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. The front wheels have to be able to steer the vehicle. Driving Off-Road Although natural obstacles... may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to a lower gear. Apply just enough power to the wheels to a safe location. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the ...
... hard braking as you might induce a rollover. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 Do not descend in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. The front wheels have to be able to steer the vehicle. Driving Off-Road Although natural obstacles... may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to a lower gear. Apply just enough power to the wheels to a safe location. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Driving Off-Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in gear. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the...
... fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Driving Off-Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in gear. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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... the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. change may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for... ❑ Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. During extended trailer tow operation above 45 mph, non-synthetic rear axle...
... the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. change may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for... ❑ Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. During extended trailer tow operation above 45 mph, non-synthetic rear axle...
Warranty Guide 7th Printing
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... first). where there is no factory-related defect involved and therefore no deductible. For more information, see pages 11-23. Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company covers the engine and these components: cylinder block, heads and all internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds..., timing gear, harmonic balancer, valve covers, oil pan and pump, water pump, fuel system (excluding fuel lines and fuel tank), high ...
... first). where there is no factory-related defect involved and therefore no deductible. For more information, see pages 11-23. Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company covers the engine and these components: cylinder block, heads and all internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds..., timing gear, harmonic balancer, valve covers, oil pan and pump, water pump, fuel system (excluding fuel lines and fuel tank), high ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...delay This feature keeps your headlights on for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the autolamp delay ON or OFF. 77 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CHARGING SYSTEM Units (English/Metric) 1. Driver Controls 3. To disable/enable the ...autolamp delay feature, select this function from English to three minutes after the ignition is shifted into any gear, putting the vehicle in motion. 1. OIL PRESSURE 4. Press the RESET control to change from the SETUP control for up to Metric. BRAKE ...
...delay This feature keeps your headlights on for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the autolamp delay ON or OFF. 77 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CHARGING SYSTEM Units (English/Metric) 1. Driver Controls 3. To disable/enable the ...autolamp delay feature, select this function from English to three minutes after the ignition is shifted into any gear, putting the vehicle in motion. 1. OIL PRESSURE 4. Press the RESET control to change from the SETUP control for up to Metric. BRAKE ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... feature repeats when: • any door is opened then closed , • the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in the 3 (ON) position, and • the brake pedal is released and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). Deactivating.../activating autolock There are closed. 93 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Pressing the power door the feature ON if it was previously OFF, or OFF if it...
... feature repeats when: • any door is opened then closed , • the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in the 3 (ON) position, and • the brake pedal is released and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). Deactivating.../activating autolock There are closed. 93 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Pressing the power door the feature ON if it was previously OFF, or OFF if it...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... may not have enough braking power and your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. Using a step bumper (if equipped) The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and only requires a ball with a one inch (25.4.... (2,270 kg) trailer weight and 500 lb. (227 kg) tongue weight capacity. Refer to your vehicle will clear curbs and other obstacles. 186 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving while you tow a trailer for long distances, your Scheduled Maintenance Information for more...
... may not have enough braking power and your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. Using a step bumper (if equipped) The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and only requires a ball with a one inch (25.4.... (2,270 kg) trailer weight and 500 lb. (227 kg) tongue weight capacity. Refer to your vehicle will clear curbs and other obstacles. 186 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving while you tow a trailer for long distances, your Scheduled Maintenance Information for more...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... fluid or transfer case fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission and transfer case components. 188 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford recommends the driveshafts be used when towing the vehicle. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the...Do not exceed 35 mph (56 km/h) vehicle speed. • The vehicle must be towed in N (Neutral). The vehicle must be towed in gear (2H, 4H or 4L). This position should only be removed/installed only by a qualified technician at an authorized dealer. Do not leave the vehicle ...
... fluid or transfer case fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission and transfer case components. 188 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford recommends the driveshafts be used when towing the vehicle. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the...Do not exceed 35 mph (56 km/h) vehicle speed. • The vehicle must be towed in N (Neutral). The vehicle must be towed in gear (2H, 4H or 4L). This position should only be removed/installed only by a qualified technician at an authorized dealer. Do not leave the vehicle ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...; Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear • Release the parking brake. 201 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. Understanding the gearshift ...
...; Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear • Release the parking brake. 201 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. Understanding the gearshift ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...of the gearshift lever (column-shift transmission) or on the gearshift bezel (floor-shift transmission). • Column-shift transmission 202 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) R Hold the brake pedal down while in N (Neutral),...). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in this position. Transmission operates in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in gears one through four. Driving To put your vehicle. D (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Always come to roll. P P 2 R N...
...of the gearshift lever (column-shift transmission) or on the gearshift bezel (floor-shift transmission). • Column-shift transmission 202 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) R Hold the brake pedal down while in N (Neutral),...). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in this position. Transmission operates in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in gears one through four. Driving To put your vehicle. D (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Always come to roll. P P 2 R N...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... into the D (Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 203 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) O/D OFF Drive (not shown) Drive is activated when the transmission... control switch is pressed. • This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-...
... into the D (Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 203 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) O/D OFF Drive (not shown) Drive is activated when the transmission... control switch is pressed. • This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. Make sure the parking brake is fully depressed. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parking brake. 204 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Forced... downshifts • Allowed in each gear. MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) 1 2 3 4 5 R Using the clutch The manual ...
...the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. Make sure the parking brake is fully depressed. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parking brake. 204 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Forced... downshifts • Allowed in each gear. MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) 1 2 3 4 5 R Using the clutch The manual ...