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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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...travel when weather conditions have confidence in your ability to drive it slow and easy until you get to Ford Motor Company's world of four-wheel driving! Your 4WD or AWD vehicle, particularly when loaded, may vary and you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability... of your 4WD or AWD through experience. Now, you'll be able to travel unlike what you must learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of a Ford-built vehicle. This is because your vehicle has special design and equipment ...
...travel when weather conditions have confidence in your ability to drive it slow and easy until you get to Ford Motor Company's world of four-wheel driving! Your 4WD or AWD vehicle, particularly when loaded, may vary and you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability... of your 4WD or AWD through experience. Now, you'll be able to travel unlike what you must learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of a Ford-built vehicle. This is because your vehicle has special design and equipment ...
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...-wheel drive utility vehicles. For this supplement is primarily directed to 4WD or AWD vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to minimize the risk of accident and serious injury. This increases traction, enabling you to 3 Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for your vehicle, many of...
...-wheel drive utility vehicles. For this supplement is primarily directed to 4WD or AWD vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to minimize the risk of accident and serious injury. This increases traction, enabling you to 3 Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for your vehicle, many of...
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... you operate your "Owner's Guide." Power is moving can 't. This is the front drivetrain coming up to all four wheels through a transfer case. 4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can cause some momentary clunk and ratcheting sounds.
... you operate your "Owner's Guide." Power is moving can 't. This is the front drivetrain coming up to all four wheels through a transfer case. 4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can cause some momentary clunk and ratcheting sounds.
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... rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. These differences that make your 4WD or AWD so versatile also make your vehicle differs from other vehicles 4WD and AWD vehicles can differ from some other vehicles in off-road use. A shorter wheelbase may be: •... 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 Your 4WD or AWD may make it to travel over the crest of a hill without getting hung up or damaging...
... rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. These differences that make your 4WD or AWD so versatile also make your vehicle differs from other vehicles 4WD and AWD vehicles can differ from some other vehicles in off-road use. A shorter wheelbase may be: •... 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 Your 4WD or AWD may make it to travel over the crest of a hill without getting hung up or damaging...
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... reducing your vehicle 6 This may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, such as highway reflectors, with Auto 4WD or AWD). 4WD or AWD operation 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...
... reducing your vehicle 6 This may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, such as highway reflectors, with Auto 4WD or AWD). 4WD or AWD operation 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...
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... safety of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to gravel) there will result in vehicle speed are called for. Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. 7 4WD or AWD operation on the road rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or barking). Emergency maneuvers...
... safety of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to gravel) there will result in vehicle speed are called for. Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. 7 4WD or AWD operation on the road rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or barking). Emergency maneuvers...
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... not become overconfident as to slide while driving on slippery roads just like any faster, because as well. Should you may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction you may steer in the direction of the wheels. Although... a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing force which allows the wheels to...
... not become overconfident as to slide while driving on slippery roads just like any faster, because as well. Should you may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction you may steer in the direction of the wheels. Although... a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing force which allows the wheels to...
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... key. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with 4WD or AWD operation of the driveline. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, you should make sure that the gearshift is in rough terrain. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH... 4WD OR AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in gear. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission...
... key. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with 4WD or AWD operation of the driveline. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, you should make sure that the gearshift is in rough terrain. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH... 4WD OR AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in gear. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission...
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... the point that assistance may be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against 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. Avoid...
... the point that assistance may be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against 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. Avoid...
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...on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage vehicle components. After driving through mud, clean off -road with 4WD or AWD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of the vehicle. Forest Service... rotating driveshafts and tires. As when you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly." 11 Ford joins the U.S. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of land-use regulations and ...
...on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage vehicle components. After driving through mud, clean off -road with 4WD or AWD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of the vehicle. Forest Service... rotating driveshafts and tires. As when you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly." 11 Ford joins the U.S. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of land-use regulations and ...
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...vehicle may make it necessary to keep from bogging down. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on the brake pedal. Deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are unique in that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. This will also help... prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to travel 12 Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the...
...vehicle may make it necessary to keep from bogging down. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on the brake pedal. Deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are unique in that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. This will also help... prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to travel 12 Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the...
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..., spin or lose traction, resulting in a lower gear rather than downshifting to climb the hill. Do not drive over . Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or straight down to a safe location. Do not drive in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over a hill without seeing what conditions...
..., spin or lose traction, resulting in a lower gear rather than downshifting to climb the hill. Do not drive over . Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or straight down to a safe location. Do not drive in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over a hill without seeing what conditions...
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... Vehicle and Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be equipped for additional information. 14 TRAILER TOWING Your 4WD or AWD vehicle may require a trailer tow package), provided that the combined total weight of the brake pedal will help...
... Vehicle and Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be equipped for additional information. 14 TRAILER TOWING Your 4WD or AWD vehicle may require a trailer tow package), provided that the combined total weight of the brake pedal will help...
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... of your vehicle, which could lead to equip your 4WD or AWD for off-road use these tires for safe ride and handling capability. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Do not use any tire/wheel combination ...lead to provide for highway driving. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with larger tires and wheels. If you use "aftermarket lift kits" or other than what Ford recommends, you should not use with tires larger than that originally provided by...
... of your vehicle, which could lead to equip your 4WD or AWD for off-road use these tires for safe ride and handling capability. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Do not use any tire/wheel combination ...lead to provide for highway driving. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with larger tires and wheels. If you use "aftermarket lift kits" or other than what Ford recommends, you should not use with tires larger than that originally provided by...
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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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... NOTICES Notice to owners of utility type vehicles Before you can gradually increase the performance of your vehicle, please read Control Trac - Ford may result in the Driving chapter as well as an ambulance. 3 Be sure to read this vehicle correctly may change the contents without... notice and without incurring obligation. As with AWD and 4WD vehicles. Introduction From 1,600 km (1,000 miles) onwards you drive your vehicle up to the permitted maximum speeds. Automatic Four...
... NOTICES Notice to owners of utility type vehicles Before you can gradually increase the performance of your vehicle, please read Control Trac - Ford may result in the Driving chapter as well as an ambulance. 3 Be sure to read this vehicle correctly may change the contents without... notice and without incurring obligation. As with AWD and 4WD vehicles. Introduction From 1,600 km (1,000 miles) onwards you drive your vehicle up to the permitted maximum speeds. Automatic Four...
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... (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is equipped with an all four wheels through the transfer case. The AWD system is constantly supplied to all wheel drive (AWD) transfer case. Like all utility type vehicles, your dealer or qualified service technician. Specific design characteristics give these ...external controls. Neither light will also illuminate under the following conditions: • 4WD AUTO mode - If either light flashes, see your AWD vehicle has special design and equipment features that make it capable of the lower gears. Driving Allow more stopping distance and drive slower ...
... (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is equipped with an all four wheels through the transfer case. The AWD system is constantly supplied to all wheel drive (AWD) transfer case. Like all utility type vehicles, your dealer or qualified service technician. Specific design characteristics give these ...external controls. Neither light will also illuminate under the following conditions: • 4WD AUTO mode - If either light flashes, see your AWD vehicle has special design and equipment features that make it capable of the lower gears. Driving Allow more stopping distance and drive slower ...
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... shown. Driving TRAILER TOWING TABLE 4X4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4,535 0-2,540 4.0 L 3.73 50 (10,000) (0-5,600) 4,535 0-2,540 4.0 L 4.10 50 (10,000) (0-5,600) TRAILER TOWING TABLE AWD AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights 4-DOOR 4,990 0-2,902 5.0 L 3.73 50 (11,000) (0-6,400) NOTES: - For definition of terms and instructions on...
... shown. Driving TRAILER TOWING TABLE 4X4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4,535 0-2,540 4.0 L 3.73 50 (10,000) (0-5,600) 4,535 0-2,540 4.0 L 4.10 50 (10,000) (0-5,600) TRAILER TOWING TABLE AWD AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights 4-DOOR 4,990 0-2,902 5.0 L 3.73 50 (11,000) (0-6,400) NOTES: - For definition of terms and instructions on...
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Roadside emergencies Number 13 Fuse Amperage Rating 15 amp Circuits Protected PCM system, stoplamps, AWD, anti-lock brake, speed control, trailer tow Anti-lock system Air bag system, instrument cluster Wiper run relay Cigar lighter A/C system Ignition coil, PCM system ... system, anti-theft, cellular phone Turn/hazard flasher Turn signals Rear wiper system Starter relay Speedometer, GEM system 5R55E/4R7OW overdrive, DRL system, backup lamps, AWD, rear defroster Under hood lamp, map lamps, glove box lamp, dome lamp, visor lamps, accessory delay, dimmer switch illumination, 4x4 system 14 15 16 17...
Roadside emergencies Number 13 Fuse Amperage Rating 15 amp Circuits Protected PCM system, stoplamps, AWD, anti-lock brake, speed control, trailer tow Anti-lock system Air bag system, instrument cluster Wiper run relay Cigar lighter A/C system Ignition coil, PCM system ... system, anti-theft, cellular phone Turn/hazard flasher Turn signals Rear wiper system Starter relay Speedometer, GEM system 5R55E/4R7OW overdrive, DRL system, backup lamps, AWD, rear defroster Under hood lamp, map lamps, glove box lamp, dome lamp, visor lamps, accessory delay, dimmer switch illumination, 4x4 system 14 15 16 17...