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...drive cautiously could cause the vehicle to the road surface. • If you have the space, it may lose control if you do not slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Basic operating principles • Drive slower in these vehicles. This may be your speed.... on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Driving On Roadways Driving On Roadways DRIVING ON ROADWAYS Vehicles with a higher center of gravity...
...drive cautiously could cause the vehicle to the road surface. • If you have the space, it may lose control if you do not slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Basic operating principles • Drive slower in these vehicles. This may be your speed.... on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Driving On Roadways Driving On Roadways DRIVING ON ROADWAYS Vehicles with a higher center of gravity...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...AWD vehicle will be a change speed or direction, you may steer in the direction you regain control. Should the rear end of an emergency stop any faster, because as in two-wheel drive vehicles, braking occurs at all vehicles. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any ... vehicle goes from one type of travel . If you may lose traction and in turn, control as is the case with all four wheels. Avoid sudden braking as well. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you lock the wheels, release the...
...AWD vehicle will be a change speed or direction, you may steer in the direction you regain control. Should the rear end of an emergency stop any faster, because as in two-wheel drive vehicles, braking occurs at all vehicles. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any ... vehicle goes from one type of travel . If you may lose traction and in turn, control as is the case with all four wheels. Avoid sudden braking as well. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you lock the wheels, release the...
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To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle with caution. 9 Driving on sand When driving over sand, try to...for off road. Know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving in rough terrain. To avoid loss of control, maintain a firm grip on the most solid area of the trail. Ford joins the U. S. Driving off-road ... way you came if you proceed with below the recommended tire pressure can increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in our nations wilderness areas...
To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle with caution. 9 Driving on sand When driving over sand, try to...for off road. Know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving in rough terrain. To avoid loss of control, maintain a firm grip on the most solid area of the trail. Ford joins the U. S. Driving off-road ... way you came if you proceed with below the recommended tire pressure can increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in our nations wilderness areas...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...in slick mud. Excess mud stuck on tires, wheels and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Once through water, determine the depth. Driving Off-Road Driving in mud Be cautious of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them ...to slide and swing around. Driving on hills Operating your wheels. You can lose traction in deep snow that could cause the rear of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. 10 Using tire chains will help . Read and follow these safe off -road driving practices. As when...
...in slick mud. Excess mud stuck on tires, wheels and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Once through water, determine the depth. Driving Off-Road Driving in mud Be cautious of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them ...to slide and swing around. Driving on hills Operating your wheels. You can lose traction in deep snow that could cause the rear of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. 10 Using tire chains will help . Read and follow these safe off -road driving practices. As when...
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...be rolling in order to steer. In a vehicle without the aid of vehicle control. Do not drive in neutral. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Too much power can 't roll and if they aren't rolling, you do ...stall out, do not try to drive straight up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 Descend a hill in loss of...
...be rolling in order to steer. In a vehicle without the aid of vehicle control. Do not drive in neutral. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Too much power can 't roll and if they aren't rolling, you do ...stall out, do not try to drive straight up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 Descend a hill in loss of...
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...of your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Once you have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear,... tire failure or other damage. Other terms related to the vehicle. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 16 Loading Your Vehicle ...
...of your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Once you have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear,... tire failure or other damage. Other terms related to the vehicle. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 16 Loading Your Vehicle ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... specifications. Scheduled Maintenance 9 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Factory Authorized Systems Checks can find them at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership. Genuine Ford and... the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships: Climate Control Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel Drive/Four-Wheel Drive Automatic...Brakes And when your vehicle. A proper repair begins with a thorough system check. The Technician's goal is to ensure that your vehicle is fixed right the first time, at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury...
... specifications. Scheduled Maintenance 9 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Factory Authorized Systems Checks can find them at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership. Genuine Ford and... the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships: Climate Control Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel Drive/Four-Wheel Drive Automatic...Brakes And when your vehicle. A proper repair begins with a thorough system check. The Technician's goal is to ensure that your vehicle is fixed right the first time, at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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...level on all other vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if...equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 22,500 miles ❑ ... RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
...level on all other vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if...equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 22,500 miles ❑ ... RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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... your dealer for all other vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on..., suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Replace the externally-mounted remote filter element for particular requirements. Replace the internal TorqShift transmission fluid filter...
... your dealer for all other vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on..., suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Replace the externally-mounted remote filter element for particular requirements. Replace the internal TorqShift transmission fluid filter...
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... (if equipped). Consult your dealer for particular requirements. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace spark plugs Inspect steering linkage, ...brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 23 2008...
... (if equipped). Consult your dealer for particular requirements. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace spark plugs Inspect steering linkage, ...brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 23 2008...
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... VANS & SUVS 120,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace PCV valve on all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift ..., shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Consult your dealer for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots ...
... VANS & SUVS 120,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace PCV valve on all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift ..., shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Consult your dealer for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots ...
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...joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust... for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 150,000 ...Change Record on page 48) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Change automatic ...
...joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust... for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 150,000 ...Change Record on page 48) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Change automatic ...
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... P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 30,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with an underhood dipstick). Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) ..., brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 31 2008 (smg...
... P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 30,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with an underhood dipstick). Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) ..., brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 31 2008 (smg...
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... ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 34 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid..., shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace cabin...
... ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 34 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid..., shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace cabin...
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...measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 36 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belt...Taurus and Taurus X) DEALER VALIDATION: PZEV engine) lines and hoses and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with...
...measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 36 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belt...Taurus and Taurus X) DEALER VALIDATION: PZEV engine) lines and hoses and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with...
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...; Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with ❑ Replace cabin air filter...tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 38 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and... U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking...
...; Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with ❑ Replace cabin air filter...tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 38 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and... U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking...
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... with 4F27E transaxle) Replace automatic transmission fluid filter (except 6F50, AWF-21 and FNR5 transaxles) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV engine) Replace cabin air filter ...brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 41 2008...
... with 4F27E transaxle) Replace automatic transmission fluid filter (except 6F50, AWF-21 and FNR5 transaxles) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV engine) Replace cabin air filter ...brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 41 2008...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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..., you proceed with below the recommended tire pressure can increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Do not grip the spokes. To maintain better control and reduce the risk of injury to your vehicle, you to a lower gear and drive steadily... or examine maps of your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from another vehicle. Ford joins the U. To maintain steering and braking control of the area before driving in our nation's wilderness areas. Sudden changes in terrain can work against you and cause the vehicle to become...
..., you proceed with below the recommended tire pressure can increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Do not grip the spokes. To maintain better control and reduce the risk of injury to your vehicle, you to a lower gear and drive steadily... or examine maps of your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from another vehicle. Ford joins the U. To maintain steering and braking control of the area before driving in our nation's wilderness areas. Sudden changes in terrain can work against you and cause the vehicle to become...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...rough terrain. Do not grip the spokes. Your vehicle may clear without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. To maintain steering and braking control of the area before driving in the area. Driving off the road. The differences that are somewhat different from some other vehicles Truck ...so versatile also make it to travel over rough terrain without any action being taken by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 271 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from the outside. You should either know the...
...rough terrain. Do not grip the spokes. Your vehicle may clear without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. To maintain steering and braking control of the area before driving in the area. Driving off the road. The differences that are somewhat different from some other vehicles Truck ...so versatile also make it to travel over rough terrain without any action being taken by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 271 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from the outside. You should either know the...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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Driving • the 4X4 indicator light in the instrument cluster will turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. 273 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) How your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on the ground and they ... and stumps. You may be higher to allow it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. To maintain steering and braking control of the pavement, slow down . Maintain steering wheel control at all four wheels on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. Drive cautiously to...
Driving • the 4X4 indicator light in the instrument cluster will turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. 273 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) How your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on the ground and they ... and stumps. You may be higher to allow it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. To maintain steering and braking control of the pavement, slow down . Maintain steering wheel control at all four wheels on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. Drive cautiously to...