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You'll be able to travel with a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This is because your ability to travel places where roads don't. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to know and understand your vehicle and have ever ...this vehicle's operating characteristics. Your new 4WD or AWD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of four-wheel driving! Familiarize yourself with this supplement for specific information and instructions for two-wheel drive vehicles. Take it . Now, you'll be able to travel unlike what you get to Ford Motor Company's world...
You'll be able to travel with a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This is because your ability to travel places where roads don't. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to know and understand your vehicle and have ever ...this vehicle's operating characteristics. Your new 4WD or AWD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of four-wheel driving! Familiarize yourself with this supplement for specific information and instructions for two-wheel drive vehicles. Take it . Now, you'll be able to travel unlike what you get to Ford Motor Company's world...
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... reserves the right at speeds safe for your vehicle, many of its operating characteristics are the best means of avoiding the possibility of two-wheel drive utility vehicles. Driving at any time to those of injury or ejection. NOTICE TO 4X2 UTILITY VEHICLE OWNERS Although this supplement. 4WD AND AWD SYSTEMS Your AWD... 4WD (when 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 accident and serious injury.
... reserves the right at speeds safe for your vehicle, many of its operating characteristics are the best means of avoiding the possibility of two-wheel drive utility vehicles. Driving at any time to those of injury or ejection. NOTICE TO 4X2 UTILITY VEHICLE OWNERS Although this supplement. 4WD AND AWD SYSTEMS Your AWD... 4WD (when 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 accident and serious injury.
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... sounds. Normal characteristics • On some 4WD models, if the vehicle is stopped while in 4WD and the vehicle direction is reversed from two-wheel drive to 4x4 while the vehicle is supplied to select 4WD when necessary. The automatic locking hubs may click as they automatically engage in the new... vehicles the transfer case allows you operate your "Owner's Guide." Information on transfer case operation, shifting procedures and maintenance can 't. 4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can be found in your vehicle.
... sounds. Normal characteristics • On some 4WD models, if the vehicle is stopped while in 4WD and the vehicle direction is reversed from two-wheel drive to 4x4 while the vehicle is supplied to select 4WD when necessary. The automatic locking hubs may click as they automatically engage in the new... vehicles the transfer case allows you operate your "Owner's Guide." Information on transfer case operation, shifting procedures and maintenance can 't. 4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can be found in your vehicle.
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...of the pavement, slow down gradually before returning to the pavement. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your speed. You may ...loose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. •...
...of the pavement, slow down gradually before returning to the pavement. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your speed. You may ...loose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. •...
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Remember, your safety and the safety of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be made, remember to avoid "over-driving" your primary concern. Excessive steering will be utilized if changes in less vehicle control, not more. Additionally, smooth variations of others... control or rollover. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be your vehicle, i.e., turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or barking). 4WD or AWD operation on the road rather than attempt...
Remember, your safety and the safety of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be made, remember to avoid "over-driving" your primary concern. Excessive steering will be utilized if changes in less vehicle control, not more. Additionally, smooth variations of others... control or rollover. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be your vehicle, i.e., turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or barking). 4WD or AWD operation on the road rather than attempt...
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.... 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 vehicle. However, if you suddenly change speed or direction you start to travel. Avoid sudden braking as to road conditions. Should you ...may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop any other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on the 8 See...
.... 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 vehicle. However, if you suddenly change speed or direction you start to travel. Avoid sudden braking as to road conditions. Should you ...may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop any other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on the 8 See...
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...in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the outside. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you should make sure that the gearshift is in rough terrain. Do not grip the spokes. 9 Parking Before leaving the ...driver's seat, you grip the steering wheel from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH 4WD OR AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in gear. Always set the parking brake fully...
...in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the outside. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you should make sure that the gearshift is in rough terrain. Do not grip the spokes. 9 Parking Before leaving the ...driver's seat, you grip the steering wheel from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH 4WD OR AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in gear. Always set the parking brake fully...
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... you proceed with 4WD or AWD Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Mud Be cautious of your route before driving. Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the area before driving in mud. Apply the accelerator slowly... and avoid spinning the wheels. If you must be able to back out the...
... you proceed with 4WD or AWD Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Mud Be cautious of your route before driving. Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the area before driving in mud. Apply the accelerator slowly... and avoid spinning the wheels. If you must be able to back out the...
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"Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of the vehicle. Driving off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage vehicle components. ...other public and private lands by "treading lightly." 11 If the vehicle does slide, steer in encouraging you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. After driving through mud, clean off -road with 4WD or AWD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in our nations wilderness areas...
"Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of the vehicle. Driving off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage vehicle components. ...other public and private lands by "treading lightly." 11 If the vehicle does slide, steer in encouraging you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. After driving through mud, clean off -road with 4WD or AWD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in our nations wilderness areas...
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... tire chains will help . Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Driving 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 travel 12... Deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are unique in deep snow that they can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while ...
... tire chains will help . Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Driving 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 travel 12... Deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are unique in deep snow that they can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while ...
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..., The ...3 AWD Vehicle 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 ...12 If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the Pavement ...6 Introduction...
..., The ...3 AWD Vehicle 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 ...12 If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the Pavement ...6 Introduction...
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... must be in this lamp to flash have the system serviced. 4WD LOW 9 The lamp will also illuminate for this chapter for more information. Four wheel drive low (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to SecuriLock passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter... position for several seconds after the ignition is engaged. The light also illuminates when the battery is GAGE at or near empty. Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is turned to ON.
... must be in this lamp to flash have the system serviced. 4WD LOW 9 The lamp will also illuminate for this chapter for more information. Four wheel drive low (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to SecuriLock passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter... position for several seconds after the ignition is engaged. The light also illuminates when the battery is GAGE at or near empty. Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is turned to ON.
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... This light comes on , the transmission does not shift into overdrive. Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the Driving chapter. Instrumentation Four wheel drive high (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and O/D transmission control switch... has OFF been pushed. When the light is engaged. Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is on when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are driving, have the system serviced. If the light continues to Air suspension system in the ON or...
... This light comes on , the transmission does not shift into overdrive. Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the Driving chapter. Instrumentation Four wheel drive high (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and O/D transmission control switch... has OFF been pushed. When the light is engaged. Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is on when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are driving, have the system serviced. If the light continues to Air suspension system in the ON or...
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... in difficult disengagement of the transfer case, increased tire wear and decreased fuel economy. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) When Four-wheel drive (4WD) is engaged, power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case that allows you to make them higher centers of off -road conditions... of gravity than low-slung sports cars are not designed for your 4x4 over terrain and road conditions not normally traveled by two-wheel drive vehicles. If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System, and the instrument panel control is moved to 4WD Low while the vehicle ...
... in difficult disengagement of the transfer case, increased tire wear and decreased fuel economy. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) When Four-wheel drive (4WD) is engaged, power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case that allows you to make them higher centers of off -road conditions... of gravity than low-slung sports cars are not designed for your 4x4 over terrain and road conditions not normally traveled by two-wheel drive vehicles. If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System, and the instrument panel control is moved to 4WD Low while the vehicle ...
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...remains uncovered), and shallow sand. 4x4 AUTO HIGH LOW • The 4WD LOW mode supplies four-wheel drive with full power HIGH LOW AUTO delivered to the rear axle, and to the front axle as dry... road surfaces, wet pavement, snow and gravel. • The 4WD HIGH mode provides four-wheel drive with full power to both axles. This is only intended for severe winter or off -road applications ...The vehicle should not be operated in three modes: • The 4WD AUTO mode provides 4x4 four-wheel drive with full power to both axles and includes a lower gear ratio for low-speed. It is ...
...remains uncovered), and shallow sand. 4x4 AUTO HIGH LOW • The 4WD LOW mode supplies four-wheel drive with full power HIGH LOW AUTO delivered to the rear axle, and to the front axle as dry... road surfaces, wet pavement, snow and gravel. • The 4WD HIGH mode provides four-wheel drive with full power to both axles. This is only intended for severe winter or off -road applications ...The vehicle should not be operated in three modes: • The 4WD AUTO mode provides 4x4 four-wheel drive with full power to both axles and includes a lower gear ratio for low-speed. It is ...
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... illuminate in N (Neutral). 4. Shifting from 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH to the 4WD LOW position. 154 Bring the vehicle to a stop or while driving at speeds as high as passenger cars any speed. Place the gearshift in the instrument cluster. Using the Control-Trac system Shifting between 4WD AUTO... and 4WD HIGH When you move the control to 4WD HIGH, the indicator light will turn off -road conditions. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at any more than the road tires should never be done at a stop . 2. Depress the brake. 4x4 ...
... illuminate in N (Neutral). 4. Shifting from 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH to the 4WD LOW position. 154 Bring the vehicle to a stop or while driving at speeds as high as passenger cars any speed. Place the gearshift in the instrument cluster. Using the Control-Trac system Shifting between 4WD AUTO... and 4WD HIGH When you move the control to 4WD HIGH, the indicator light will turn off -road conditions. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at any more than the road tires should never be done at a stop . 2. Depress the brake. 4x4 ...
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... cancels after climbing the hill, reset speed by shifting out of direction on snow and ice. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are carrying a heavy load. Allow more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions... frequent shifting by pressing and holding the SET ACCEL button (to shift between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is supplied to all four wheels all the time with accelerator pedal. Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes...
... cancels after climbing the hill, reset speed by shifting out of direction on snow and ice. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are carrying a heavy load. Allow more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions... frequent shifting by pressing and holding the SET ACCEL button (to shift between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is supplied to all four wheels all the time with accelerator pedal. Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes...
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... window sticker. These numbers represent the Range of Km/L (MPG) expected on the gas pedal. • Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than two-wheel-drive operation. • Close windows for high speed driving. Maintenance and care Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any...
... window sticker. These numbers represent the Range of Km/L (MPG) expected on the gas pedal. • Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than two-wheel-drive operation. • Close windows for high speed driving. Maintenance and care Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any...
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...25,26,27,28,29 rear seat controls ...30 Air suspension description ...145 warning light ...10 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...157 Armrests ...103 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...147,148,149, 150,151,152 Axle refill capacities ...233 Battery voltage gauge ...vehicle ...227 engine compartment ...228 exterior ...228,230 242 exterior lamps ...230 interior ...231 plastic parts ...230 washing ...227 waxing ...228 wheels ...229 windows ...232 wiper blades ...230 woodtone trim ...232 Compass, electronic ...90 calibration ...92 set zone adjustment ...91 Console ...101...
...25,26,27,28,29 rear seat controls ...30 Air suspension description ...145 warning light ...10 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...157 Armrests ...103 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...147,148,149, 150,151,152 Axle refill capacities ...233 Battery voltage gauge ...vehicle ...227 engine compartment ...228 exterior ...228,230 242 exterior lamps ...230 interior ...231 plastic parts ...230 washing ...227 waxing ...228 wheels ...229 windows ...232 wiper blades ...230 woodtone trim ...232 Compass, electronic ...90 calibration ...92 set zone adjustment ...91 Console ...101...
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Index Exhaust fumes ...142 Floor mats ...103 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...9,10,152 control trac ...152 description ...153,154,155 driving off road ...155,158 electronic shift ...32 Fuel choosing the right fuel ...214 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates ...220 detergent in fuel ...215 filling ...
Index Exhaust fumes ...142 Floor mats ...103 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...9,10,152 control trac ...152 description ...153,154,155 driving off road ...155,158 electronic shift ...32 Fuel choosing the right fuel ...214 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates ...220 detergent in fuel ...215 filling ...