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...steering wheel motion, make sure you should make sure that the gearshift is engaged in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the outside. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Since sudden changes...the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in gear. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with 4WD or AWD operation of the driveline. Do not...
...steering wheel motion, make sure you should make sure that the gearshift is engaged in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the outside. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Since sudden changes...the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in gear. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with 4WD or AWD operation of the driveline. Do not...
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Starting the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. P If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 85
Starting the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. P If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 85
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Never park your vehicle in any driving gear. 93 If you leave your vehicle may move with either the automatic transmission in P (Park) or with the manual transmission in N (Neutral). Set the parking brake fully, and shut off the engine. With the transfer case in P (Park). ...When you do not take these precautions, your vehicle, place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral) the vehicle is released. • Automatic and manual transmissions - Driving switch is turned to On) until the parking brake is free to move suddenly and injure someone. Fully depress the parking brake ...
Never park your vehicle in any driving gear. 93 If you leave your vehicle may move with either the automatic transmission in P (Park) or with the manual transmission in N (Neutral). Set the parking brake fully, and shut off the engine. With the transfer case in P (Park). ...When you do not take these precautions, your vehicle, place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral) the vehicle is released. • Automatic and manual transmissions - Driving switch is turned to On) until the parking brake is free to move suddenly and injure someone. Fully depress the parking brake ...
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... these precautions, your vehicle may move suddenly and injure someone . R (Reverse) - P (Park) - Pull the gearshift lever towards you leave your vehicle in P (Park). Driving TRANSMISSION OPERATION Automatic transmission operation (if equipped) Hold the brake pedal down , your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone . When you and downward to a complete stop before shifting...
... these precautions, your vehicle may move suddenly and injure someone . R (Reverse) - P (Park) - Pull the gearshift lever towards you leave your vehicle in P (Park). Driving TRANSMISSION OPERATION Automatic transmission operation (if equipped) Hold the brake pedal down , your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone . When you and downward to a complete stop before shifting...
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...) or 4L (4WD Low) With the transfer case in N (Neutral) the vehicle is free to move with either the automatic transmission in P (Park) or with the manual transmission in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) or depress the clutch (manual transmission). 3. N 2H 4H 4L Shifting from 4H (4WD High) to 4H (4WD High) or 4L (4WD Low). Depress the...
...) or 4L (4WD Low) With the transfer case in N (Neutral) the vehicle is free to move with either the automatic transmission in P (Park) or with the manual transmission in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) or depress the clutch (manual transmission). 3. N 2H 4H 4L Shifting from 4H (4WD High) to 4H (4WD High) or 4L (4WD Low). Depress the...
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N 4L 2H 4H Using the N (Neutral) position This position should only be used when towing the vehicle. Driving 3. Refer to Wrecker towing in the N (Neutral) position. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Roadside emergencies chapter. Place the gearshift in the desired gear. Place the transfer case lever in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) or depress the clutch (manual transmission). 4. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 109
N 4L 2H 4H Using the N (Neutral) position This position should only be used when towing the vehicle. Driving 3. Refer to Wrecker towing in the N (Neutral) position. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Roadside emergencies chapter. Place the gearshift in the desired gear. Place the transfer case lever in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) or depress the clutch (manual transmission). 4. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 109
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Depress the brake. 3. Move the 4WD control to a stop. 2. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) or depress the clutch (manual transmission). 4. Bring the vehicle to the 4H or 4L position. 4H 2H 4L Driving off-road with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on ...
Depress the brake. 3. Move the 4WD control to a stop. 2. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) or depress the clutch (manual transmission). 4. Bring the vehicle to the 4H or 4L position. 4H 2H 4L Driving off-road with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on ...
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Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will cancel automatically. When speed control is on and you are carrying a heavy load. Eliminate frequent shifting by pressing and holding the SET ACCEL button (to operate properly, ... snow and ice A 4WD vehicle has advantages over 50 km/h (30 mph). Driving on snow and ice. Driving When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden braking. Automatic transmission may drop considerably, especially if you normally would. When braking, apply the brakes as you are driving uphill, your vehicle speed may shift frequently while...
Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will cancel automatically. When speed control is on and you are carrying a heavy load. Eliminate frequent shifting by pressing and holding the SET ACCEL button (to operate properly, ... snow and ice A 4WD vehicle has advantages over 50 km/h (30 mph). Driving on snow and ice. Driving When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden braking. Automatic transmission may drop considerably, especially if you normally would. When braking, apply the brakes as you are driving uphill, your vehicle speed may shift frequently while...
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... 3.08 2,944 (6,500) 907 (2,000) 5.52 4.6L 3.55 3,533 (7,800) 1496 (3,300) 5.52 4.6L (60) (60) (60) (60) (60) Trailer tow table (F-150 4x4 automatic transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area kg (lb) of trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-150 4.2L 3.08...) 5.4L 3.08 4,983 (11,000) 2,721 (6,000) 5.52 (60) 5.4L 3.55 5,753 (12,700) 3,492 (7,700) 5.52 (60) Trailer towing table (F-150 4x4 manual transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area kg (lb) of trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-150 4.2L 3.08...
... 3.08 2,944 (6,500) 907 (2,000) 5.52 4.6L 3.55 3,533 (7,800) 1496 (3,300) 5.52 4.6L (60) (60) (60) (60) (60) Trailer tow table (F-150 4x4 automatic transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area kg (lb) of trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-150 4.2L 3.08...) 5.4L 3.08 4,983 (11,000) 2,721 (6,000) 5.52 (60) 5.4L 3.55 5,753 (12,700) 3,492 (7,700) 5.52 (60) Trailer towing table (F-150 4x4 manual transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area kg (lb) of trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-150 4.2L 3.08...
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...6L 3.08 2,944 (6,500) 771 (1,700) 5.52 4.6L 3.55 3,533 (7,800) 1,360 (3,000) 5.52 (60) (60) (60) (60) (60) Trailer towing table (F-250 4x2 automatic transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area kg (lb) of trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-250 4.6L 3.31...5.4L 3.31 5,436 (12,000) 3,220 (7,100) 5.52 (60) 5.4L 3.73 6,115 (13,500) 3,900 (8,600) 5.52 (60) Trailer towing table (F-250 4x2 manual transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area kg (lb) of trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-250 4.6L 3.31...
...6L 3.08 2,944 (6,500) 771 (1,700) 5.52 4.6L 3.55 3,533 (7,800) 1,360 (3,000) 5.52 (60) (60) (60) (60) (60) Trailer towing table (F-250 4x2 automatic transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area kg (lb) of trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-250 4.6L 3.31...5.4L 3.31 5,436 (12,000) 3,220 (7,100) 5.52 (60) 5.4L 3.73 6,115 (13,500) 3,900 (8,600) 5.52 (60) Trailer towing table (F-250 4x2 manual transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area kg (lb) of trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-250 4.6L 3.31...
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... 3,261 (7,200) 1,133 (2,500) 5.52 (60) 3.73 3,533 (7,800) 1,406 (3,100) 5.52 (60) Trailer towing table (F-250 4x4 automatic transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area of kg (lb) trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-250 4.6L 3.31 4,...) (6,900) 5.4L 3.31 5,436 (12,000) 3,084 5.52 (60) (6,800) 5.4L 3.73 6,115 (13,500) 3,764 5.52 (60) (8,300) Trailer towing table (F-250 4x4 manual transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area of kg (lb) trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-250 4.6L 3.31...
... 3,261 (7,200) 1,133 (2,500) 5.52 (60) 3.73 3,533 (7,800) 1,406 (3,100) 5.52 (60) Trailer towing table (F-250 4x4 automatic transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area of kg (lb) trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-250 4.6L 3.31 4,...) (6,900) 5.4L 3.31 5,436 (12,000) 3,084 5.52 (60) (6,800) 5.4L 3.73 6,115 (13,500) 3,764 5.52 (60) (8,300) Trailer towing table (F-250 4x4 manual transmission) Engine Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR kg (lb) trailer weight frontal area of kg (lb) trailer m2(ft2) Regular Cab F-250 4.6L 3.31...
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This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling. Speed control may shut off if you are towing on hot days. OVERDRIVE OFF If equipped with a manual transmission, use D (Drive) rather than D (Overdrive). 1 2 3 4 D R • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. 127 Driving mph) with a trailer while towing in hilly country or on very long, steep grades. When towing a trailer If equipped with an automatic transmission, use 4 (Fourth) rather than D (Overdrive) while towing up or down steep hills.
This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling. Speed control may shut off if you are towing on hot days. OVERDRIVE OFF If equipped with a manual transmission, use D (Drive) rather than D (Overdrive). 1 2 3 4 D R • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. 127 Driving mph) with a trailer while towing in hilly country or on very long, steep grades. When towing a trailer If equipped with an automatic transmission, use 4 (Fourth) rather than D (Overdrive) while towing up or down steep hills.
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... obstacles. • When stopped in P (Park) to break higher than 15 cm (six inches) above the bottom edge of time in hot weather, place the automatic transmission gearshift in traffic for stopping with trailers should not be parked on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. • After you must park...
... obstacles. • When stopped in P (Park) to break higher than 15 cm (six inches) above the bottom edge of time in hot weather, place the automatic transmission gearshift in traffic for stopping with trailers should not be parked on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. • After you must park...
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... or 5.4L engine • Super engine cooling • Heavy duty front suspension package • Automatic transmission with auxiliary automatic transmission fluid cooling • All-terrain tires Do not install a snowplow and plow with your vehicle will require more information. SNOWPLOWING Ford recommends the following instructions before installing a snowplow: • Front GAWR must not exceed 63...
... or 5.4L engine • Super engine cooling • Heavy duty front suspension package • Automatic transmission with auxiliary automatic transmission fluid cooling • All-terrain tires Do not install a snowplow and plow with your vehicle will require more information. SNOWPLOWING Ford recommends the following instructions before installing a snowplow: • Front GAWR must not exceed 63...
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... passenger seat. Roadside emergencies Tire change procedure 1. For 4WD vehicles equipped with Lever-operated transfer case, make sure that the lever is not in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual...
... passenger seat. Roadside emergencies Tire change procedure 1. For 4WD vehicles equipped with Lever-operated transfer case, make sure that the lever is not in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual...
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These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged due to tow your specific powertrain combination to insufficient lubrication. 2WD (manual and automatic transmissions) 1. Place transmission in N (Neutral). 151 Roadside emergencies Ford recommends using one of the above methods for your vehicle with all wheels on the ground (such as behind a recreational vehicle). Recreational towing (all four wheels on the ground) Follow these guidelines for towing.
These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged due to tow your specific powertrain combination to insufficient lubrication. 2WD (manual and automatic transmissions) 1. Place transmission in N (Neutral). 151 Roadside emergencies Ford recommends using one of the above methods for your vehicle with all wheels on the ground (such as behind a recreational vehicle). Recreational towing (all four wheels on the ground) Follow these guidelines for towing.
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... P (Park). 2. Vehicle speed should not exceed 88 km/h (55 mph) and there are no mileage restrictions. 4WD - Place transmission in N (Neutral). 2. Shift the transfer case to 2H (2WD high). 3. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral). 3. Maximum distance is 56 km/h (...off one of 56 km/h (35 mph) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the rear driveshaft. See your Ford dealer for assistance. 152 Lever operated transfer case (manual and automatic transmissions) 1. Electronic shift transfer case 1. Lockout the center disconnect by capping off one of the front axle vacuum motor...
... P (Park). 2. Vehicle speed should not exceed 88 km/h (55 mph) and there are no mileage restrictions. 4WD - Place transmission in N (Neutral). 2. Shift the transfer case to 2H (2WD high). 3. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral). 3. Maximum distance is 56 km/h (...off one of 56 km/h (35 mph) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the rear driveshaft. See your Ford dealer for assistance. 152 Lever operated transfer case (manual and automatic transmissions) 1. Electronic shift transfer case 1. Lockout the center disconnect by capping off one of the front axle vacuum motor...
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... from moving unexpectedly. Working with the engine off • Automatic transmission 1. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from the battery and all fuel related parts. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in moving unexpectedly. • Manual transmission 1. Maintenance and care could get caught in P (Park). 2. If... idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained in Battery in 1 (First). 2. Take precautions with long hair. • Do not work on • Automatic transmission 155
... from moving unexpectedly. Working with the engine off • Automatic transmission 1. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from the battery and all fuel related parts. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in moving unexpectedly. • Manual transmission 1. Maintenance and care could get caught in P (Park). 2. If... idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained in Battery in 1 (First). 2. Take precautions with long hair. • Do not work on • Automatic transmission 155
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... oil Check the engine oil each time you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 2. If the engine is recommended that does not meet... Ford material and design specifications, startup engine noises or knock may be experienced. Check the engine oil level more...Locate and carefully remove the 161 To check the oil: 1. Make sure the vehicle is latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual...
... oil Check the engine oil each time you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 2. If the engine is recommended that does not meet... Ford material and design specifications, startup engine noises or knock may be experienced. Check the engine oil level more...Locate and carefully remove the 161 To check the oil: 1. Make sure the vehicle is latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual...
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Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Add power steering fluid until the fluid level reaches MAX. Maintenance and care 2. Refer to the scheduled intervals in the power steering fluid reservoir. 4. When the engine coolant temperature gauge reaches the normal zone, turn the engine off. MAX MIN MAX MIN 3. Visually inspect the fluid level in the "Service Guide." 173 CHECKING AND ADDING TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking and adding automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Service the automatic transmission according to Capacities and specifications.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Add power steering fluid until the fluid level reaches MAX. Maintenance and care 2. Refer to the scheduled intervals in the power steering fluid reservoir. 4. When the engine coolant temperature gauge reaches the normal zone, turn the engine off. MAX MIN MAX MIN 3. Visually inspect the fluid level in the "Service Guide." 173 CHECKING AND ADDING TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking and adding automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Service the automatic transmission according to Capacities and specifications.