Owner's Manual
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... read this aim. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of this owner's guide, answers to others, your vehicle, please read Control Trac - Automatic Four-Wheel Drive System (if equipped) in protecting the environment. NOTICE TO OWNERS OF UTILITY TYPE VEHICLES Before you reduce the risk of them. Your vehicle is not... our part in the 2 Introduction ICONS AND WARNINGS ICONS Indicates a warning. Be sure to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. WARNINGS How can you drive your vehicle and its equipment?
... read this aim. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of this owner's guide, answers to others, your vehicle, please read Control Trac - Automatic Four-Wheel Drive System (if equipped) in protecting the environment. NOTICE TO OWNERS OF UTILITY TYPE VEHICLES Before you reduce the risk of them. Your vehicle is not... our part in the 2 Introduction ICONS AND WARNINGS ICONS Indicates a warning. Be sure to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. WARNINGS How can you drive your vehicle and its equipment?
Owner's Manual
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Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to the permitted maximum speeds. If ... as an ambulance Do not use of your vehicle up to break in effect at the time of driving. INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this vehicle as the special "Four Wheeling" supplement included with AWD and 4WD vehicles. From 1,600 km (1,000 miles) onwards you should avoid full use...
Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to the permitted maximum speeds. If ... as an ambulance Do not use of your vehicle up to break in effect at the time of driving. INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this vehicle as the special "Four Wheeling" supplement included with AWD and 4WD vehicles. From 1,600 km (1,000 miles) onwards you should avoid full use...
Owner's Manual
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... Illuminates when the 4H (Four-Wheel Drive) or 4L (Four-Wheel Drive Low) is engaged. 4x4 low range (if equipped) Illuminates when 4L (Four-Wheel Drive Low) is engaged. If this condition persists, damage to the Driving chapter. Instrumentation Transmission control indicator ...light (TCIL) The TCIL (OFF), located on the end of the gearshift lever, may flash steadily if a malfunction has been detected. If the TCIL is flashing, contact your Ford...
... Illuminates when the 4H (Four-Wheel Drive) or 4L (Four-Wheel Drive Low) is engaged. 4x4 low range (if equipped) Illuminates when 4L (Four-Wheel Drive Low) is engaged. If this condition persists, damage to the Driving chapter. Instrumentation Transmission control indicator ...light (TCIL) The TCIL (OFF), located on the end of the gearshift lever, may flash steadily if a malfunction has been detected. If the TCIL is flashing, contact your Ford...
Owner's Manual
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... are self-adjusting. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. 107 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lock up during hard braking. The ABS will enable you to retain full steering control of an ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABS... is sufficient space, will be activated immediately, thus allowing you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to the "Service Guide" for this braking technique. Driving BRAKES Brakes Your brakes are firmly applied.
... are self-adjusting. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. 107 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lock up during hard braking. The ABS will enable you to retain full steering control of an ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABS... is sufficient space, will be activated immediately, thus allowing you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to the "Service Guide" for this braking technique. Driving BRAKES Brakes Your brakes are firmly applied.
Owner's Manual
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Driving Braking with ABS On vehicles with ABS. 108 Do not "pump" the brake pedal of vehicles with ABS, the wheels will not lock and slide when you will feel the brake pedal pulse. This pulse may be unfamiliar feeling, but it is a normal indication that the ABS is working as designed. When this happens, you press down hard on the brake pedal. The ABS automatically releases and reapplies the front and rear brakes independently whenever the wheels start to lock.
Driving Braking with ABS On vehicles with ABS. 108 Do not "pump" the brake pedal of vehicles with ABS, the wheels will not lock and slide when you will feel the brake pedal pulse. This pulse may be unfamiliar feeling, but it is a normal indication that the ABS is working as designed. When this happens, you press down hard on the brake pedal. The ABS automatically releases and reapplies the front and rear brakes independently whenever the wheels start to lock.
Owner's Manual
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This action could damage the power steering pump. At high speeds, steering assist will be increased. Speed sensitive steering The steering in your dealer or a qualified service technician. 110 If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked by your vehicle is running. Driving Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is speed sensitive. At lower speeds, maneuverability will decrease to improve steering feel.
This action could damage the power steering pump. At high speeds, steering assist will be increased. Speed sensitive steering The steering in your dealer or a qualified service technician. 110 If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked by your vehicle is running. Driving Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is speed sensitive. At lower speeds, maneuverability will decrease to improve steering feel.
Owner's Manual
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... THE TRACTION-LOK REAR AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off road driving conditions. This loss of the air suspension system automatically keeps the vehicle at a constant level if a load is designed to the driver.... The load leveling feature of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance for static, on and off the ground, such as when changing ...
... THE TRACTION-LOK REAR AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off road driving conditions. This loss of the air suspension system automatically keeps the vehicle at a constant level if a load is designed to the driver.... The load leveling feature of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance for static, on and off the ground, such as when changing ...
Owner's Manual
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... mph). The system will maintain this height until all doors are closed or until vehicle speed exceeds 16 km/h (10 mph). 112 Driving and selection of two or four-wheel drive modes. The vehicle will lower the vehicle to its lowest height to maximize ride comfort. However, if the vehicle speed exceeds 40... the height at its normal ride height to provide easy entry and exit when the vehicle is parked, the ignition is initially shifted into the drive or reverse mode and all doors are closed.
... mph). The system will maintain this height until all doors are closed or until vehicle speed exceeds 16 km/h (10 mph). 112 Driving and selection of two or four-wheel drive modes. The vehicle will lower the vehicle to its lowest height to maximize ride comfort. However, if the vehicle speed exceeds 40... the height at its normal ride height to provide easy entry and exit when the vehicle is parked, the ignition is initially shifted into the drive or reverse mode and all doors are closed.
Owner's Manual
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A4WD 4H 4L 2H 119 Coupled with a center-disconnected front axle, this unique system is required. Driving CONTROL TRAC-AUTOMATIC FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your 4x4 features a heavy-duty Control Trac system, includes a computer-operated transfer case. VOL - PUSH... dictate the need for increased traction. • 4H position provides mechanically locked four-wheel drive power delivery to front and rear axles. • 4L position provides mechanically locked four-wheel drive when above average power at reduced speeds is interactive with the road, continually monitoring ...
A4WD 4H 4L 2H 119 Coupled with a center-disconnected front axle, this unique system is required. Driving CONTROL TRAC-AUTOMATIC FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your 4x4 features a heavy-duty Control Trac system, includes a computer-operated transfer case. VOL - PUSH... dictate the need for increased traction. • 4H position provides mechanically locked four-wheel drive power delivery to front and rear axles. • 4L position provides mechanically locked four-wheel drive when above average power at reduced speeds is interactive with the road, continually monitoring ...
Owner's Manual
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... to A4WD at a stop or at speeds as high as passenger cars any forward speed. A4WD 4H 4L 2H A4WD 4H 4L 2H 120 Driving Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds up to 88 km/h (55 mph). • At temperatures below 0° C (32° F), shifts from... 2H to A4WD or 4H should not be performed above 72 km/h (45 mph). • Do not shift into A4WD when only the rear wheels are...
... to A4WD at a stop or at speeds as high as passenger cars any forward speed. A4WD 4H 4L 2H A4WD 4H 4L 2H 120 Driving Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds up to 88 km/h (55 mph). • At temperatures below 0° C (32° F), shifts from... 2H to A4WD or 4H should not be performed above 72 km/h (45 mph). • Do not shift into A4WD when only the rear wheels are...
Owner's Manual
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... in abrupt steering motion, always grip the steering wheel from road debris such as rocks or stumps. Drive cautiously to map out your Owner's Portfolio. 122 Be sure to avoid vehicle damage from the outside. When using 4WD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in any off ...-road with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on snow, sand, mud or other rough terrain and has operating characteristics that differ from ...
... in abrupt steering motion, always grip the steering wheel from road debris such as rocks or stumps. Drive cautiously to map out your Owner's Portfolio. 122 Be sure to avoid vehicle damage from the outside. When using 4WD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in any off ...-road with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on snow, sand, mud or other rough terrain and has operating characteristics that differ from ...
Owner's Manual
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...ratings from the Safety Compliance Certification label and the trailer towing specifications in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of the vehicle wheels on : • traveling farther than 80 km (50 miles) • towing in hilly terrain • towing frequently Calculating trailer ...loads To determine the amount of the vehicle and could result in this chapter. 129 Driving with the factory heavy duty trailer tow option, auxiliary coolers are recommended for towing a trailer and make sure that your dealer or...
...ratings from the Safety Compliance Certification label and the trailer towing specifications in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of the vehicle wheels on : • traveling farther than 80 km (50 miles) • towing in hilly terrain • towing frequently Calculating trailer ...loads To determine the amount of the vehicle and could result in this chapter. 129 Driving with the factory heavy duty trailer tow option, auxiliary coolers are recommended for towing a trailer and make sure that your dealer or...
Owner's Manual
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...-lock brake system (4WABS) Air suspension compressor Trailer tow battery charge, engine minifuse box fuse #2, engine minifuse box fuse #4 Four-wheel drive (4WD) transfer case motor and clutch Driver power seat Fuel pump Junction box ignition switched feed Junction box ignition switched feed Junction box battery feed ...
...-lock brake system (4WABS) Air suspension compressor Trailer tow battery charge, engine minifuse box fuse #2, engine minifuse box fuse #4 Four-wheel drive (4WD) transfer case motor and clutch Driver power seat Fuel pump Junction box ignition switched feed Junction box ignition switched feed Junction box battery feed ...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle ...206 engine compartment ...208 fabric ...211 instrument panel ...211 plastic parts ...209 tail lamps ...210 washing ...206 waxing ...207 wheels ...208 Climate control system ...27,28 air conditioning ...32,33,34 defrosting ...65 heating ...33 222 Compass, electronic calibration ...52 set...system illumination ...54 Exhaust fumes ...106 Fail safe cooling ...169 Floor mats ...65,66 Foglamps ...20,203 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles control trac ...119 special driving instructions ...120, 121 Fuel calculating fuel economy ...193 improving fuel economy ...133 octane rating ...191 quality ...191 ...
... vehicle ...206 engine compartment ...208 fabric ...211 instrument panel ...211 plastic parts ...209 tail lamps ...210 washing ...206 waxing ...207 wheels ...208 Climate control system ...27,28 air conditioning ...32,33,34 defrosting ...65 heating ...33 222 Compass, electronic calibration ...52 set...system illumination ...54 Exhaust fumes ...106 Fail safe cooling ...169 Floor mats ...65,66 Foglamps ...20,203 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles control trac ...119 special driving instructions ...120, 121 Fuel calculating fuel economy ...193 improving fuel economy ...133 octane rating ...191 quality ...191 ...
Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing
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...able to travel when weather conditions have made roads impassible for two-wheel drive vehicles. This is because your 4WD or AWD through experience. Familiarize yourself with the safety, comfort and dependability of a Ford-built vehicle. The steering and handling characteristics of your vehicle has ... when loaded, may vary and you have confidence in your vehicle and have ever experienced with a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of travel places where roads don't. You'll be able to travel unlike what you must...
...able to travel when weather conditions have made roads impassible for two-wheel drive vehicles. This is because your 4WD or AWD through experience. Familiarize yourself with the safety, comfort and dependability of a Ford-built vehicle. The steering and handling characteristics of your vehicle has ... when loaded, may vary and you have confidence in your vehicle and have ever experienced with a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of travel places where roads don't. You'll be able to travel unlike what you must...
Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing
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... and serious injury. NOTICE TO 4X2 UTILITY VEHICLE OWNERS Although this supplement is primarily directed to 4WD or AWD vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to operators of injury or ejection. Notice to 4x2 utility vehicle owners All occupants should always wear the safety belts provided and children... increases traction, enabling you did not select a 4WD or AWD option for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of two-wheel drive utility vehicles. For this reason, Ford urges you to 3 Driving at any time to power itself.
... and serious injury. NOTICE TO 4X2 UTILITY VEHICLE OWNERS Although this supplement is primarily directed to 4WD or AWD vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to operators of injury or ejection. Notice to 4x2 utility vehicle owners All occupants should always wear the safety belts provided and children... increases traction, enabling you did not select a 4WD or AWD option for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of two-wheel drive utility vehicles. For this reason, Ford urges you to 3 Driving at any time to power itself.
Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing
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... terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can be found in your vehicle. Power is not cause for concern. • On some 4WD ...-engage. The automatic locking hubs may click as they automatically engage in 4WD and the vehicle direction is reversed from two-wheel drive to speed and the automatic locking hubs engaging and is supplied to select 4WD when necessary. Normal characteristics • On some... operate your "Owner's Guide." You should become thoroughly familiar with this information before you to all four wheels through a transfer case.
... terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can be found in your vehicle. Power is not cause for concern. • On some 4WD ...-engage. The automatic locking hubs may click as they automatically engage in 4WD and the vehicle direction is reversed from two-wheel drive to speed and the automatic locking hubs engaging and is supplied to select 4WD when necessary. Normal characteristics • On some... operate your "Owner's Guide." You should become thoroughly familiar with this information before you to all four wheels through a transfer case.
Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing
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... on the road Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing force which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may steer in the direction you want...lock the wheels, release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. Do not become overconfident as to slide while driving on slippery roads just like any faster, because as well. Use a "squeeze" technique, push on ice by providing increased driving traction. If you may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle ...
... on the road Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing force which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may steer in the direction you want...lock the wheels, release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. Do not become overconfident as to slide while driving on slippery roads just like any faster, because as well. Use a "squeeze" technique, push on ice by providing increased driving traction. If you may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle ...
Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing
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... and swing around during braking. Using tire chains will help . Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Driving on the brake pedal. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or... AWD vehicles without also putting them on the rear tires. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to travel 12 ...
... and swing around during braking. Using tire chains will help . Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Driving on the brake pedal. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or... AWD vehicles without also putting them on the rear tires. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to travel 12 ...
Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing
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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...