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Table of contents Introduction Notice to 4X2 utility vehicle owners 4WD and AWD systems 4WD Or AWD operation on the road Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD Trailer towing Tires, replacement requirements Maintenance and modifications Hauling cargo and vehicle handling Index 2 3 3 6 9 14 15 17 18 20 1
Table of contents Introduction Notice to 4X2 utility vehicle owners 4WD and AWD systems 4WD Or AWD operation on the road Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD Trailer towing Tires, replacement requirements Maintenance and modifications Hauling cargo and vehicle handling Index 2 3 3 6 9 14 15 17 18 20 1
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... instructions for off-road operation. Familiarize yourself with a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Your new 4WD or AWD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of four-wheel driving! Your 4WD or AWD vehicle, particularly when loaded, may vary and you must learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of vehicles... steering and handling characteristics of your vehicle has special design and equipment feature for safe driving under various conditions. 2 This is because your 4WD or AWD through experience.
... instructions for off-road operation. Familiarize yourself with a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Your new 4WD or AWD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of four-wheel driving! Your 4WD or AWD vehicle, particularly when loaded, may vary and you must learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of vehicles... steering and handling characteristics of your vehicle has special design and equipment feature for safe driving under various conditions. 2 This is because your 4WD or AWD through experience.
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... or ejection. For this reason, Ford urges you to read and understand the contents of this supplement is primarily directed to 4WD or AWD vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to operators of two-wheel drive utility vehicles. NOTICE TO 4X2 UTILITY VEHICLE OWNERS ...Although this supplement. 4WD AND AWD SYSTEMS Your AWD or 4WD (when you to 3 Notice to 4x2 utility vehicle owners All occupants should always wear the safety belts provided and children/...
... or ejection. For this reason, Ford urges you to read and understand the contents of this supplement is primarily directed to 4WD or AWD vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to operators of two-wheel drive utility vehicles. NOTICE TO 4X2 UTILITY VEHICLE OWNERS ...Although this supplement. 4WD AND AWD SYSTEMS Your AWD or 4WD (when you to 3 Notice to 4x2 utility vehicle owners All occupants should always wear the safety belts provided and children/...
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... moving can cause some 4WD models, the initial shift from the previous direction, the automatic locking hubs will momentarily disengage and re-engage. 4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can be found in your vehicle. Normal characteristics • On some momentary...
... moving can cause some 4WD models, the initial shift from the previous direction, the automatic locking hubs will momentarily disengage and re-engage. 4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can be found in your vehicle. Normal characteristics • On some momentary...
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...getting hung up or damaging underbody components. to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in a few noticeable ways. Your 4WD or AWD may make it to travel over the crest of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components, and to accommodate 4WD components.... • Shorter - to allow it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - 4WD and AWD systems How your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than an ordinary passenger car. 5 These differences that make your 4WD or...
...getting hung up or damaging underbody components. to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in a few noticeable ways. Your 4WD or AWD may make it to travel over the crest of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components, and to accommodate 4WD components.... • Shorter - to allow it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - 4WD and AWD systems How your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than an ordinary passenger car. 5 These differences that make your 4WD or...
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... on the road 4WD OR AWD OPERATION ON THE ROAD Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with minor damage to your ... the apron or shoulder of the pavement, slow down gradually before returning to strike small inanimate objects, such as highway reflectors, with Auto 4WD or AWD). This may be less risky to the pavement. You may loose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel...
... on the road 4WD OR AWD OPERATION ON THE ROAD Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with minor damage to your ... the apron or shoulder of the pavement, slow down gradually before returning to strike small inanimate objects, such as highway reflectors, with Auto 4WD or AWD). This may be less risky to the pavement. You may loose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel...
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Excessive steering will be your primary concern. 4WD or AWD operation on the road rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of others should be ...
Excessive steering will be your primary concern. 4WD or AWD operation on the road rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of others should be ...
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...'s Guide" for stopping. Should you start to roll so that you may steer in the direction of the wheels. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any faster, because as in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction... may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop any other vehicle. 4WD or AWD operation on the road Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Make sure...
...'s Guide" for stopping. Should you start to roll so that you may steer in the direction of the wheels. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any faster, because as in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction... may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop any other vehicle. 4WD or AWD operation on the road Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Make sure...
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... fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Do not grip the spokes. 9 Do not leave the vehicle unattended with 4WD or AWD operation of the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission...gearshift is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the outside. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH 4WD OR AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in gear. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, you should make sure you grip...
... fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Do not grip the spokes. 9 Do not leave the vehicle unattended with 4WD or AWD operation of the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission...gearshift is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the outside. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH 4WD OR AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in gear. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, you should make sure you grip...
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... vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with 4WD or AWD Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Sand When driving over sand, try to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Instead...
... vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with 4WD or AWD Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Sand When driving over sand, try to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Instead...
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... of Land Management in slick mud. As when you regain control of the vehicle. After driving through mud, clean off -road with 4WD or AWD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in encouraging you to rotating driveshafts and tires. Ford joins the U.S. Driving off residue stuck to help preserve our national forest...
... of Land Management in slick mud. As when you regain control of the vehicle. After driving through mud, clean off -road with 4WD or AWD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in encouraging you to rotating driveshafts and tires. Ford joins the U.S. Driving off residue stuck to help preserve our national forest...
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...wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on hills Although natural obstacles may stall. Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. You can be driven in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry... brakes. Driving off-road with chains on the front tires of the wheel hubs. Using tire chains will help . Deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are unique in that they can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Proceed...
...wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on hills Although natural obstacles may stall. Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. You can be driven in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry... brakes. Driving off-road with chains on the front tires of the wheel hubs. Using tire chains will help . Deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are unique in that they can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Proceed...
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... loss of stalling. It is better to back down to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in reverse over . Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on the engine and the possibility of vehicle control. 13 If you will cause the...
... loss of stalling. It is better to back down to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in reverse over . Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on the engine and the possibility of vehicle control. 13 If you will cause the...
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...to be turning in neutral, disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear. Do not "pump" the brakes. TRAILER TOWING Your 4WD or AWD vehicle may be equipped for additional information. 14 Refer to "Ford Recreation Vehicle and 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), provided that the combined total weight of the brake pedal will help you ...
...to be turning in neutral, disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear. Do not "pump" the brakes. TRAILER TOWING Your 4WD or AWD vehicle may be equipped for additional information. 14 Refer to "Ford Recreation Vehicle and 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), provided that the combined total weight of the brake pedal will help you ...
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If you nevertheless decide to equip your 4WD or AWD for off-road use "aftermarket lift kits" or other than what Ford recommends, you should not use ... wheels. If you use these tires for safe ride and handling capability. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide for highway driving. These "aftermarket lift kits" could adversely affect the vehicle's handling ...size and type of vehicle 15 If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer.
If you nevertheless decide to equip your 4WD or AWD for off-road use "aftermarket lift kits" or other than what Ford recommends, you should not use ... wheels. If you use these tires for safe ride and handling capability. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide for highway driving. These "aftermarket lift kits" could adversely affect the vehicle's handling ...size and type of vehicle 15 If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer.
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...Operation ...6 Cargo, Hauling and Vehicle Handling ...18 Differences in Four-Wheel Drive ...5 Driving Off-Road with 4WD ...9 Driving Off-Road with AWD ...9 Emergency Maneuvers ...7 Four-by-Four Operation ...6 Four-Wheel Drive System, The ...3 Hauling Cargo and Vehicle Handling ...18 Hills, Driving on...Off the Edge of the Pavement ...6 Introduction ...2 Lift Kits ...15 Maintenance and Modifications .17 Mud, Driving in ...10 Off-Road Driving ...9 Operating Your AWD Vehicle on the Road ...6 Operating Your Four-by-Four on the Road ...6 Parking ...9 Sand, Driving in ...10 Snow, Deep, Driving in ...12...
...Operation ...6 Cargo, Hauling and Vehicle Handling ...18 Differences in Four-Wheel Drive ...5 Driving Off-Road with 4WD ...9 Driving Off-Road with AWD ...9 Emergency Maneuvers ...7 Four-by-Four Operation ...6 Four-Wheel Drive System, The ...3 Hauling Cargo and Vehicle Handling ...18 Hills, Driving on...Off the Edge of the Pavement ...6 Introduction ...2 Lift Kits ...15 Maintenance and Modifications .17 Mud, Driving in ...10 Off-Road Driving ...9 Operating Your AWD Vehicle on the Road ...6 Operating Your Four-by-Four on the Road ...6 Parking ...9 Sand, Driving in ...10 Snow, Deep, Driving in ...12...
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... HIGH and 4WD LOW on consistently slippery or loose surfaces. AUTO HIGH LOW • The 4WD LOW mode supplies four-wheel drive with 4WD or AWD, a spare tire of the water. These modes are intended for use only on dry or merely wet pavement. AUTO HIGH LOW 112 If your vehicle...
... HIGH and 4WD LOW on consistently slippery or loose surfaces. AUTO HIGH LOW • The 4WD LOW mode supplies four-wheel drive with 4WD or AWD, a spare tire of the water. These modes are intended for use only on dry or merely wet pavement. AUTO HIGH LOW 112 If your vehicle...
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...to operate properly, keep steady pressure on snow and ice. Consider using one of the AWD transfer case refer to all four wheels all the time with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD) transfer case. For the lubricant specification and refill capacity of the lower gears. Apply...the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. 118 ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is supplied to Capacities and specifications chapter. Driving Avoid sudden applications of power and ...
...to operate properly, keep steady pressure on snow and ice. Consider using one of the AWD transfer case refer to all four wheels all the time with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD) transfer case. For the lubricant specification and refill capacity of the lower gears. Apply...the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. 118 ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is supplied to Capacities and specifications chapter. Driving Avoid sudden applications of power and ...
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... out your route before driving. Allow the transmission to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. Driving Driving off-road with AWD Your vehicle is stuck, shift the transmission in a steady motion between forward and reverse gears. Since sudden changes in terrain can overheat. 119 The transmission...
... out your route before driving. Allow the transmission to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. Driving Driving off-road with AWD Your vehicle is stuck, shift the transmission in a steady motion between forward and reverse gears. Since sudden changes in terrain can overheat. 119 The transmission...
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Driving on snow and ice An AWD vehicle has advantages over 50 km/h (30 mph). In order to allow the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to resume speeds over 2WD vehicles in ...
Driving on snow and ice An AWD vehicle has advantages over 50 km/h (30 mph). In order to allow the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to resume speeds over 2WD vehicles in ...