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... system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2011 Ford Motor Company 1 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA ...(fus) Table of Contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inflating Your ...
... system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2011 Ford Motor Company 1 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA ...(fus) Table of Contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inflating Your ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of injury or ejection. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to change information provided herein, including specifications, design or testing procedures...This is because your vehicle through experience. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to know and understand your vehicle. Most importantly, you get to Ford Motor Company's world of your vehicle has special design and equipment features for safe driving. Study this supplement and the Owner...
... must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of injury or ejection. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to change information provided herein, including specifications, design or testing procedures...This is because your vehicle through experience. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to know and understand your vehicle. Most importantly, you get to Ford Motor Company's world of your vehicle has special design and equipment features for safe driving. Study this supplement and the Owner...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... seat belt. and • Make sure every passenger is significantly more than low-slung sports cars are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. All occupants must wear seat belts and children/infants must : • Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers; • Drive at speeds ... OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are designed to perform satisfactorily under off -road. To reduce the risk of serious injury or death from a rollover or other types of an accident or serious injury. 3 2012...
... seat belt. and • Make sure every passenger is significantly more than low-slung sports cars are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. All occupants must wear seat belts and children/infants must : • Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers; • Drive at speeds ... OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are designed to perform satisfactorily under off -road. To reduce the risk of serious injury or death from a rollover or other types of an accident or serious injury. 3 2012...
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... in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles. On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. Vehicle Characteristics VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS...
... in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles. On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. Vehicle Characteristics VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS...
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... of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. Your vehicle may make it to travel over the crest of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUVs and trucks often will have a higher center of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody...
... of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. Your vehicle may make it to travel over the crest of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUVs and trucks often will have a higher center of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody...
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...your primary concern. 6 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. • If you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, (... for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to stay on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with a lower center of gravity. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of ...
...your primary concern. 6 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. • If you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, (... for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to stay on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with a lower center of gravity. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of ...
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... you may steer in the direction you regain control. Instead, smooth variations of the slide until you want to slide while cornering on slippery roads just like any faster, because as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of travel . If...end of the vehicle start to travel . • In the event of an emergency stop any other vehicles for aggressive driving maneuvers in poor road conditions. Avoid sudden braking as required to compensate for stopping. Use all four wheels. However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle...
... you may steer in the direction you regain control. Instead, smooth variations of the slide until you want to slide while cornering on slippery roads just like any faster, because as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of travel . If...end of the vehicle start to travel . • In the event of an emergency stop any other vehicles for aggressive driving maneuvers in poor road conditions. Avoid sudden braking as required to compensate for stopping. Use all four wheels. However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle...
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... a firm grip on the most solid area of injury to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly". Ford joins the U. Know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving in abrupt steering wheel motion. Operating your route before driving off...wheels on the steering wheel, especially in our nation's wilderness areas. To maintain better control and reduce the risk of the trail. Driving off -road operation, make sure you to your vehicle, you must be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with below the recommended...
... a firm grip on the most solid area of injury to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly". Ford joins the U. Know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving in abrupt steering wheel motion. Operating your route before driving off...wheels on the steering wheel, especially in our nation's wilderness areas. To maintain better control and reduce the risk of the trail. Driving off -road operation, make sure you to your vehicle, you must be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with below the recommended...
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Driving Off-Road Driving in mud Be cautious of the vehicle. If the rear end of the vehicle does slide while cornering, steer in the direction of the ...
Driving Off-Road Driving in mud Be cautious of the vehicle. If the rear end of the vehicle does slide while cornering, steer in the direction of the ...
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... on hills WARNING: Operating your vehicle off-road on slopes or hills requires safe off -road driving practices to turn around because you might induce a rollover. Do not drive over the crest of an observer. Do not drive in loss of ..., vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. It is better to back down a hill or steep incline, you will use. Read and follow these safe off -road driving practices. This reduces strain on a hill, determine beforehand the route you should always try to reduce the risk of loss of stalling. Too much...
... on hills WARNING: Operating your vehicle off-road on slopes or hills requires safe off -road driving practices to turn around because you might induce a rollover. Do not drive over the crest of an observer. Do not drive in loss of ..., vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. It is better to back down a hill or steep incline, you will use. Read and follow these safe off -road driving practices. This reduces strain on a hill, determine beforehand the route you should always try to reduce the risk of loss of stalling. Too much...
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... and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in gear. Driving Off-Road Descend a hill in the same gear you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Do not descend in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or...
... and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in gear. Driving Off-Road Descend a hill in the same gear you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Do not descend in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or...
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... likely to help prevent your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of an inch (2 mm), tires must be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is worn down to 1/16th of excessive wear should not be repaired or replaced. Built-in treadwear indicators, or "wear bars...
... likely to help prevent your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of an inch (2 mm), tires must be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is worn down to 1/16th of excessive wear should not be repaired or replaced. Built-in treadwear indicators, or "wear bars...
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... be replaced more frequently. For example, 2501 means the 25th week of 1997. In general, tires should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years regardless of the tire and also provides a U.S. U.S. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of tread wear.
... be replaced more frequently. For example, 2501 means the 25th week of 1997. In general, tires should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years regardless of the tire and also provides a U.S. U.S. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of tread wear.
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... assembly. 3. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with tires designed to 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the maximum pressure indicated is recommended that you... increased risk of loss of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in excess of the tire to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as a pair. 17 2012...
... assembly. 3. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with tires designed to 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the maximum pressure indicated is recommended that you... increased risk of loss of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in excess of the tire to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as a pair. 17 2012...
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Ford recommends that raise the center of gravity can affect the safety of your Owner's Guide for more information and to heavy off-road usage. WARNING: Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications. Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis and powertrain components is recommended if the vehicle ...
Ford recommends that raise the center of gravity can affect the safety of your Owner's Guide for more information and to heavy off-road usage. WARNING: Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications. Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis and powertrain components is recommended if the vehicle ...
Roadside Assistance Card Printing 1
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... location or to any mileage costs in excess of a paved or county maintained road. Towing services are provided by and/or through Cross Country Motor Club of the disablement location and the member requests a Ford or Lincoln dealer over the 35 miles, the member shall be responsible for E-...within 35 miles of California, Inc., Thousand Oaks, CA*. If traveling in your wallet. No recoveries. * Towing and emergency services for any qualified Ford or Lincoln dealer within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of the 35 miles. The services available are provided by and/or through, Cross Country Motor...
... location or to any mileage costs in excess of a paved or county maintained road. Towing services are provided by and/or through Cross Country Motor Club of the disablement location and the member requests a Ford or Lincoln dealer over the 35 miles, the member shall be responsible for E-...within 35 miles of California, Inc., Thousand Oaks, CA*. If traveling in your wallet. No recoveries. * Towing and emergency services for any qualified Ford or Lincoln dealer within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of the 35 miles. The services available are provided by and/or through, Cross Country Motor...
Tire Warranty Printing 2
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...(proof of an improper wheel, tire chain damage, misuse, misapplication, negligence, tire alteration, or for racing or competition purposes. Road hazards, including, without limitation: Improper inflation pressure, overloading, tire/wheel spinning, use of purchase date required; Insufficient or improper ...improper tire mounting or demounting, tire/wheel assembly imbalance, or other material trapped inside the tire during mounting or inflation. 4 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) WHAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER This Limited Warranty...
...(proof of an improper wheel, tire chain damage, misuse, misapplication, negligence, tire alteration, or for racing or competition purposes. Road hazards, including, without limitation: Improper inflation pressure, overloading, tire/wheel spinning, use of purchase date required; Insufficient or improper ...improper tire mounting or demounting, tire/wheel assembly imbalance, or other material trapped inside the tire during mounting or inflation. 4 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) WHAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER This Limited Warranty...
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...service charges and applicable taxes. See "How Replacement Charges are presented to a condition listed under "HOW REPLACEMENT CHARGES ARE CALCULATED." 10 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) The tires have been used . The tires have not ... service record, Original Owner/Tire Installation Information form, and new vehicle registration are Calculated - and 4. Driving habits, driving conditions, road conditions, and vehicle and tire maintenance all play a part in the Scheduled Maintenance guide has been fully completed and signed; 3. ...
...service charges and applicable taxes. See "How Replacement Charges are presented to a condition listed under "HOW REPLACEMENT CHARGES ARE CALCULATED." 10 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) The tires have been used . The tires have not ... service record, Original Owner/Tire Installation Information form, and new vehicle registration are Calculated - and 4. Driving habits, driving conditions, road conditions, and vehicle and tire maintenance all play a part in the Scheduled Maintenance guide has been fully completed and signed; 3. ...
Tire Warranty Printing 2
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... of purchase, you ) and within 12 months of the date of purchase. BFGOODRICH TIRES WHAT IS NOT COVERED Tires Which Become Unserviceable Due to: • Road hazard injury (e.g., a cut, snag, bruise, impact damage or puncture); • Incorrect mounting of the tire, tire/wheel imbalance or improper repair; • Misapplication, improper maintenance... and balancing the tire is included. This list is caused by improper storage; • The adding of any other service charges and applicable taxes. 11 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus)
... of purchase, you ) and within 12 months of the date of purchase. BFGOODRICH TIRES WHAT IS NOT COVERED Tires Which Become Unserviceable Due to: • Road hazard injury (e.g., a cut, snag, bruise, impact damage or puncture); • Incorrect mounting of the tire, tire/wheel imbalance or improper repair; • Misapplication, improper maintenance... and balancing the tire is included. This list is caused by improper storage; • The adding of any other service charges and applicable taxes. 11 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus)
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...NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT COVERED: Road Hazard: Any tire with the situation that exceed the tire's capabilities. 2. Improper operation or maintenance: This includes, but is not limited to the tire. 16 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA... predetermined mileage is not covered under complaint and the reason for the tire's disablement is in any way associated with a repair, or with road hazard damage, which includes, but not limited to, adding a white inlay on blackwall, tread regrooving, tire truing or siping, or adding ...
...NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT COVERED: Road Hazard: Any tire with the situation that exceed the tire's capabilities. 2. Improper operation or maintenance: This includes, but is not limited to the tire. 16 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA... predetermined mileage is not covered under complaint and the reason for the tire's disablement is in any way associated with a repair, or with road hazard damage, which includes, but not limited to, adding a white inlay on blackwall, tread regrooving, tire truing or siping, or adding ...