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... speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of the pavement, slow down or if you do not slow down , but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose...
... speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of the pavement, slow down or if you do not slow down , but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose...
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...over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far...increasing force which could result in the way the vehicle responds to gravel) there will have advantages over -driving" your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brake steadily. See your "Owner's Guide" for stopping. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle ...
...over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far...increasing force which could result in the way the vehicle responds to gravel) there will have advantages over -driving" your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brake steadily. See your "Owner's Guide" for stopping. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle ...
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.... Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 8 Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position...
.... Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 8 Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position...
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... spinning the wheels. After driving through the terrain. When driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. To maintain steering and braking control of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you must be required from the outside. If you are driving over sand, try to...
... spinning the wheels. After driving through the terrain. When driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. To maintain steering and braking control of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you must be required from the outside. If you are driving over sand, try to...
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...steady pressure on the rear tires. Do not drive in our nations wilderness areas. You can be driven in that they can dry the brakes faster by "treading lightly." Using tire chains will help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to avoid splashing, if the ignition ... rolling over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are unique in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. This could cause the rear to increase public awareness of the wheel hubs. Ford joins the U.S. Driving Off-Road "Tread Lightly" is ...
...steady pressure on the rear tires. Do not drive in our nations wilderness areas. You can be driven in that they can dry the brakes faster by "treading lightly." Using tire chains will help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to avoid splashing, if the ignition ... rolling over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are unique in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. This could cause the rear to increase public awareness of the wheel hubs. Ford joins the U.S. Driving Off-Road "Tread Lightly" is ...
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.... It is better to back down to a lower gear. Disengage overdrive or manually shift to a safe location. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you would use to climb up the hill to climb the hill. If you might roll over. When you...reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 Apply just enough power to the wheels to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Descend a hill in neutral. Do not descend in the same gear you could...
.... It is better to back down to a lower gear. Disengage overdrive or manually shift to a safe location. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you would use to climb up the hill to climb the hill. If you might roll over. When you...reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 Apply just enough power to the wheels to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Descend a hill in neutral. Do not descend in the same gear you could...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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...axles - fuel tank intervals • Class A Motorhome/E-550 - maintenance and lubrication • Engine oil and Premium Gold coolant - change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Normal vehicle axle - time and mileage based interval If you have any questions about your dealer.... 7 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) These exceptions are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule for further...
...axles - fuel tank intervals • Class A Motorhome/E-550 - maintenance and lubrication • Engine oil and Premium Gold coolant - change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Normal vehicle axle - time and mileage based interval If you have any questions about your dealer.... 7 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) These exceptions are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule for further...
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... Check washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary) Check parking brake for proper operation Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips... Check and clean body and door drain holes Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength Check... pedal (manual transmission Mustang only) (see Owner Guide) 9 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
... Check washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary) Check parking brake for proper operation Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips... Check and clean body and door drain holes Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength Check... pedal (manual transmission Mustang only) (see Owner Guide) 9 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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..., and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ... steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
..., and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ... steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Consult your dealer for your particular requirements. We, however, ..., Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat...
... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Consult your dealer for your particular requirements. We, however, ..., Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat...
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...replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace ... Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
...replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace ... Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
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... Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect...Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
... Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect...Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
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... Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped... air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
... Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped... air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance...Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat...
... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance...Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat...
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..., and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ...Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 26 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
..., and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ...Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 26 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 120,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light... Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and ...
... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 120,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light... Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and ...
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..., and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ...Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 31 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
..., and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ...Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 31 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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...Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Change Premium Gold coolant (see... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance...
...Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Change Premium Gold coolant (see... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance...
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Non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. Change brake fluid Every 30,000 miles - The axle and PTO lubricant should be checked or changed anytime an axle has been submerged in water. The ... Ford-design axles are not to be changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. 35 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Replace NGV fuel tanks Class A Motorhome/E-550 Every two years - Change automatic transmission fluid ...
Non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. Change brake fluid Every 30,000 miles - The axle and PTO lubricant should be checked or changed anytime an axle has been submerged in water. The ... Ford-design axles are not to be changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. 35 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Replace NGV fuel tanks Class A Motorhome/E-550 Every two years - Change automatic transmission fluid ...
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...to have some items maintained more frequently. Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as in one of engine operation, whichever occurs first Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube... front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid ...
...to have some items maintained more frequently. Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as in one of engine operation, whichever occurs first Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube... front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid ...