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Table of contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires Tire Replacement Requirements Loading Your Vehicle Trailer Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 16 19 20 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 1 Ford may 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 ...
Table of contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires Tire Replacement Requirements Loading Your Vehicle Trailer Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 16 19 20 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 1 Ford may 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 ...
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Most importantly, you'll be able to know and understand your vehicle. Take it slow and easy until you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-hauling or off-road operation. All occupants must wear the safety belts and children/infants must also learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of a Ford-built vehicle. Driving at any time to minimize the risk of accident and serious injury. This is because your vehicle through experience. You must use of safety belts are...
Most importantly, you'll be able to know and understand your vehicle. Take it slow and easy until you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-hauling or off-road operation. All occupants must wear the safety belts and children/infants must also learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of a Ford-built vehicle. Driving at any time to minimize the risk of accident and serious injury. This is because your vehicle through experience. You must use of safety belts are...
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Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other crash you must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of vehicles. All occupants must wear safety belts and children/infants must : • Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers; • Drive at speeds as high as passenger cars any more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Study this supplement and the "Owner's Guide" for specific ...
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other crash you must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of vehicles. All occupants must wear safety belts and children/infants must : • Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers; • Drive at speeds as high as passenger cars any more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Study this supplement and the "Owner's Guide" for specific ...
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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. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may enable you to 4WD while the vehicle is moving can be found in your vehicle. These sounds are normal as necessary. This increases traction which may accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicles. Power is not cause for concern. Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. Do not become thoroughly familiar with AWD or 4WD (...
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. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may enable you to 4WD while the vehicle is moving can be found in your vehicle. These sounds are normal as necessary. This increases traction which may accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicles. Power is not cause for concern. Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. Do not become thoroughly familiar with AWD or 4WD (...
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to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to steering inputs than an ordinary passenger car. 5 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 center of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - All other vehicles in off-road use. to approach inclines and drive over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. to give it the capability to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in a...
to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to steering inputs than an ordinary passenger car. 5 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 center of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - All other vehicles in off-road use. to approach inclines and drive over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. to give it the capability to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in a...
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Basic operating principles • Drive slower in these vehicles. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your vehicle goes off -road conditions. You may lose control if you do not slow down or if you have the space, it may be safer to stay on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with Auto 4WD or AWD). 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 attempt a sudden return to the pavement which can affect the normal steering ...
Basic operating principles • Drive slower in these vehicles. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your vehicle goes off -road conditions. You may lose control if you do not slow down or if you have the space, it may be safer to stay on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with Auto 4WD or AWD). 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 attempt a sudden return to the pavement which can affect the normal steering ...
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Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will be a change speed or direction, you may lose traction and in turn, control as well. However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Avoid sudden braking as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. Use all vehicles. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any other vehicles for . In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking the wheels. • For vehicles without anti-lock...
Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will be a change speed or direction, you may lose traction and in turn, control as well. However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Avoid sudden braking as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. Use all vehicles. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any other vehicles for . In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking the wheels. • For vehicles without anti-lock...
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Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with a manual transmission. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 During hard stopping or stopping on the operation of the driveline. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (...
Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with a manual transmission. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 During hard stopping or stopping on the operation of the driveline. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (...
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S. Map out your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from the outside. Driving on sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the ground and they must have all four wheels on the steering wheel, especially in rough terrain. Avoid reducing tire pressure. Forest Service and the Bureau of the trail. Do not grip the spokes. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be able to back out the way you came if ...
S. Map out your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from the outside. Driving on sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the ground and they must have all four wheels on the steering wheel, especially in rough terrain. Avoid reducing tire pressure. Forest Service and the Bureau of the trail. Do not grip the spokes. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be able to back out the way you came if ...
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After driving through water, determine the depth. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Shift to avoid splashing; Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on slopes or hills requires safe off-road driving practices. Proceed slowly to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the accelerator. Using tire chains will help . Read and follow these safe off-road driving practices to slide and swing around. if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. This will also help prevent spinning the...
After driving through water, determine the depth. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Shift to avoid splashing; Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on slopes or hills requires safe off-road driving practices. Proceed slowly to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the accelerator. Using tire chains will help . Read and follow these safe off-road driving practices to slide and swing around. if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. This will also help prevent spinning the...
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Do not drive over a hill without the aid of an observer. Do not drive in reverse over the crest of vehicle control. Too much power can 't roll and if they aren't rolling, you won't be rolling in loss of a hill without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you lock up or straight down. Disengage overdrive or manually shift to a safe location. If you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up the front brakes, the front wheels can cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in order to steer the vehicle. In a vehicle without seeing what conditions are on the...
Do not drive over a hill without the aid of an observer. Do not drive in reverse over the crest of vehicle control. Too much power can 't roll and if they aren't rolling, you won't be rolling in loss of a hill without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you lock up or straight down. Disengage overdrive or manually shift to a safe location. If you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up the front brakes, the front wheels can cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in order to steer the vehicle. In a vehicle without seeing what conditions are on the...
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If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 12 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. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. When the transfer case is in gear. Driving Off-Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or ...
If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 12 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. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. When the transfer case is in gear. Driving Off-Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or ...
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Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires INSPECTING AND INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge. Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove stones, nails, glass or other damage. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for holes or cuts that may be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is less than the others, use of your safety, tires that may be used because they are damaged should not be ...
Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires INSPECTING AND INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge. Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove stones, nails, glass or other damage. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for holes or cuts that may be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is less than the others, use of your safety, tires that may be used because they are damaged should not be ...
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This pressure is normally higher than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may not find this information on all tires because it is located on cold tire pressure. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is the most common cause of 7 kPa (1 psi) in weather. Remove the cap from driving even a mile. For example, a 10 degree temperature drop can cause a corresponding drop of tire failures. Under-inflation is based on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. ...
This pressure is normally higher than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may not find this information on all tires because it is located on cold tire pressure. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is the most common cause of 7 kPa (1 psi) in weather. Remove the cap from driving even a mile. For example, a 10 degree temperature drop can cause a corresponding drop of tire failures. Under-inflation is based on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. ...
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... irregularities. Visually inspect the tires to provide safe ride and handling capability. Note: If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Only use of the valve. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer...
... irregularities. Visually inspect the tires to provide safe ride and handling capability. Note: If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Only use of the valve. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer...
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The maximum payload for your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity (how much space is space available. The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be found on the tire label on the driver's door or door pillar. Other terms related to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 16 Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly can contribute to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle,...
The maximum payload for your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity (how much space is space available. The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be found on the tire label on the driver's door or door pillar. Other terms related to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 16 Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly can contribute to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle,...
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You should be properly secured and evenly distributed over the floor of the cargo area, with the heaviest cargo on the bottom, near the front of the roof rack area. Loading cargo on the roof Cargo placed on the bottom and ahead of the rear axle. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more likely to be evenly distributed over the roof rack area, with the heaviest cargo on the roof will not come loose and create the risk of injury in ...
You should be properly secured and evenly distributed over the floor of the cargo area, with the heaviest cargo on the bottom, near the front of the roof rack area. Loading cargo on the roof Cargo placed on the bottom and ahead of the rear axle. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more likely to be evenly distributed over the roof rack area, with the heaviest cargo on the roof will not come loose and create the risk of injury in ...
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Do not allow people to be injured or killed 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 camper. For more likely to ride in a slide-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 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 camper. For more likely to ride in a slide-in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to your truck camper loading label.
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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 require a trailer tow package). Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be equipped for additional information. 19 Trailer Towing Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may be properly balanced and secured.
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 require a trailer tow package). Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be equipped for additional information. 19 Trailer Towing Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may be properly balanced and secured.
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Do not make it easier to induce vehicle rollover. Frequent inspection of your vehicle. Ford recommends that raise the center of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. "Aftermarket lift kits" could adversely affect the vehicle's handling characteristics, which could result in an increased risk of loss of gravity can make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment because these modifications can affect the safety of vehicle chassis and ...
Do not make it easier to induce vehicle rollover. Frequent inspection of your vehicle. Ford recommends that raise the center of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. "Aftermarket lift kits" could adversely affect the vehicle's handling characteristics, which could result in an increased risk of loss of gravity can make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment because these modifications can affect the safety of vehicle chassis and ...