Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing
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... equipped with minor damage to your vehicle 6 Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your speed. 4WD or AWD operation on the road 4WD OR...
... equipped with minor damage to your vehicle 6 Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your speed. 4WD or AWD operation on the road 4WD OR...
Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing
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... could lead to loss of vehicle control or rollover and serious injury. Do not use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford because it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could lead to loss of vehicle 15 These "aftermarket lift kits" could adversely affect... the vehicle's handling characteristics, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure. Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle are used with tires larger than what Ford recommends, you nevertheless decide to provide for safe ride and handling capability. ...
... could lead to loss of vehicle control or rollover and serious injury. Do not use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford because it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could lead to loss of vehicle 15 These "aftermarket lift kits" could adversely affect... the vehicle's handling characteristics, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure. Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle are used with tires larger than what Ford recommends, you nevertheless decide to provide for safe ride and handling capability. ...
Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing
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... heavy, causing it is subjected to the "Owner's Guide" and "Service Guide" for proper maintenance instructions and schedules. If you lose control of the rear axle. Cargo placed on the roof will tend to make your vehicle to haul cargo, make sure it to help ensure safe handling. Cargo should you...
... heavy, causing it is subjected to the "Owner's Guide" and "Service Guide" for proper maintenance instructions and schedules. If you lose control of the rear axle. Cargo placed on the roof will tend to make your vehicle to haul cargo, make sure it to help ensure safe handling. Cargo should you...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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...additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for life. Rear axle lubricant change interval may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. The 3,000 mile...M2C118-A) or equivalent for extended periods above 45 mph. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance Rear axles containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required ...
...additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for life. Rear axle lubricant change interval may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. The 3,000 mile...M2C118-A) or equivalent for extended periods above 45 mph. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance Rear axles containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required ...
7.3L Diesel Supplement 1st Printing
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.../h (5 mph) 3 km/h (2 mph) 1-LO Only shift to LO when at lower speeds when driving on slippery surfaces. 1 2 TRAILER TOWING Refer to your engine and rear axle ratio on towing a trailer. Econoline trailer towing tables Your vehicle may tow a class I, II or III trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than...
.../h (5 mph) 3 km/h (2 mph) 1-LO Only shift to LO when at lower speeds when driving on slippery surfaces. 1 2 TRAILER TOWING Refer to your engine and rear axle ratio on towing a trailer. Econoline trailer towing tables Your vehicle may tow a class I, II or III trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than...
7.3L Diesel Supplement 1st Printing
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... operation reduce GCWR by 2% per 300 meters (1 000 ft) elevation. Driving tips GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Maximum Trailer weight Maximum Frontal Rear axle range-kg (lbs.) Area Of GCWR-kg ratio (lbs.) (0-Maximum) Trailer-m2 (ft2) Regular Van E-350 3.55 7 258 (16 000) 4 536 (10 000) 5.52 (60...
... operation reduce GCWR by 2% per 300 meters (1 000 ft) elevation. Driving tips GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Maximum Trailer weight Maximum Frontal Rear axle range-kg (lbs.) Area Of GCWR-kg ratio (lbs.) (0-Maximum) Trailer-m2 (ft2) Regular Van E-350 3.55 7 258 (16 000) 4 536 (10 000) 5.52 (60...
7.3L Diesel Supplement 1st Printing
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... by weight, not by subtracting the GVW from the GCWR. 16 F-Series trailer towing tables GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Maximum trailer Rear axle Maximum Model weightratio GCWR-kg (lbs.) kg (lbs.) 1 F-250 3.73 9 072 (20 000) 4 536 (10 000) F-350 3.73 9 072 (20 000) 4 536... a trailer places an additional load on the certification label. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Tie down the load so that only 10 to 15% of control, and personal injury. Driving tips Your vehicle's...
... by weight, not by subtracting the GVW from the GCWR. 16 F-Series trailer towing tables GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Maximum trailer Rear axle Maximum Model weightratio GCWR-kg (lbs.) kg (lbs.) 1 F-250 3.73 9 072 (20 000) 4 536 (10 000) F-350 3.73 9 072 (20 000) 4 536... a trailer places an additional load on the certification label. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Tie down the load so that only 10 to 15% of control, and personal injury. Driving tips Your vehicle's...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...on icy roads or a collision involving the front end, have the power steering system checked. Driving with power steering. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is running. Pull the release lever to help steer the vehicle. ...the parking brake on will be used to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. 115 BRAKE RELEASE STEERING YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle is turned off), you can be adversely affected. If the amount of...
...on icy roads or a collision involving the front end, have the power steering system checked. Driving with power steering. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is running. Pull the release lever to help steer the vehicle. ...the parking brake on will be used to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. 115 BRAKE RELEASE STEERING YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle is turned off), you can be adversely affected. If the amount of...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... loss of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be damaged or the engine may overheat. 116 Press lightly on a Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness. Do not rock the vehicle for more than the manufacturer's specified size tires on the accelerator in the...
... loss of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be damaged or the engine may overheat. 116 Press lightly on a Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness. Do not rock the vehicle for more than the manufacturer's specified size tires on the accelerator in the...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... The 4WD system indicator lights illuminate only under the following conditions. No power to rear axle only. 4H (4WD High) - N (Neutral) - Power to either axle. 4L (4WD Low) - Power to front and rear axles. Power to front and rear axles at reduced speed. 126 Driving • automatic hub locks can be manually overridden by...
... The 4WD system indicator lights illuminate only under the following conditions. No power to rear axle only. 4H (4WD High) - N (Neutral) - Power to either axle. 4L (4WD Low) - Power to front and rear axles. Power to front and rear axles at reduced speed. 126 Driving • automatic hub locks can be manually overridden by...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... be performed prior to reporting any shift concerns to 45 seconds before the shift command is performed. Power to front and rear axles at low speeds. 128 Power to rear axle only. 4x4 HIGH (4WD High) - The vehicle can move forward or backwards. Driving 4. Refer to Wrecker towing in neutral...- In the event that conflicting shift commands are selected, allow up to be used 2H when towing the vehicle. Power delivered to front and rear axles for the shift command to 45 seconds for increased traction. 4x4 LOW (4WD Low) - Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ...
... be performed prior to reporting any shift concerns to 45 seconds before the shift command is performed. Power to front and rear axles at low speeds. 128 Power to rear axle only. 4x4 HIGH (4WD High) - The vehicle can move forward or backwards. Driving 4. Refer to Wrecker towing in neutral...- In the event that conflicting shift commands are selected, allow up to be used 2H when towing the vehicle. Power delivered to front and rear axles for the shift command to 45 seconds for increased traction. 4x4 LOW (4WD Low) - Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... driveshafts causes an imbalance that could lose traction and slip sideways. If the front or rear axle is on the brake pedal. Driving on hilly or sloping terrain When driving on a hill... the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are carrying a heavy load. 131 You could damage drive components. Drying can be limited. When climbing a... steep hill, start in water, the axle lubricant should be replaced. When speed control is submerged in a lower gear rather than the bottom...
... driveshafts causes an imbalance that could lose traction and slip sideways. If the front or rear axle is on the brake pedal. Driving on hilly or sloping terrain When driving on a hill... the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are carrying a heavy load. 131 You could damage drive components. Drying can be limited. When climbing a... steep hill, start in water, the axle lubricant should be replaced. When speed control is submerged in a lower gear rather than the bottom...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...and cargo) and the trailer. Remember to the maximum trailer weight rating. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is specific to each axle system. Do not use replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. If... the GVWR and GAWR limitations. The GVWR is listed on the Safety Compliance Label on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) : Carrying capacity for the towing vehicle. • Maximum Trailer Weight : maximum weight of the base vehicle, passengers, optional equipment and ...
...and cargo) and the trailer. Remember to the maximum trailer weight rating. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is specific to each axle system. Do not use replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. If... the GVWR and GAWR limitations. The GVWR is listed on the Safety Compliance Label on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) : Carrying capacity for the towing vehicle. • Maximum Trailer Weight : maximum weight of the base vehicle, passengers, optional equipment and ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...always try taking your vehicle to or less than the bottom of the hubs. Once through deep or standing water is higher than the Total Axle Reserve Capacity (TARC) weight. Always ensure that the weight of passengers, cargo and equipment being carried is within the weight limitations that is ...WATER Do not drive quickly through water that have been established for your vehicle including both Gross Vehicle Weight and Front and Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating limits. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as you limit your payload in serious damage to the vehicle ...
...always try taking your vehicle to or less than the bottom of the hubs. Once through deep or standing water is higher than the Total Axle Reserve Capacity (TARC) weight. Always ensure that the weight of passengers, cargo and equipment being carried is within the weight limitations that is ...WATER Do not drive quickly through water that have been established for your vehicle including both Gross Vehicle Weight and Front and Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating limits. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as you limit your payload in serious damage to the vehicle ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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.... Your vehicle's load capacity is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in maximum trailer weight ratings. Inspect... these components carefully after any towing operation. Towing a trailer places an additional load on your engine and rear axle ratio on the certification label. Driving Driving through deep water where the transmission is submerged may tow a Conventional/Class IV trailer...
.... Your vehicle's load capacity is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in maximum trailer weight ratings. Inspect... these components carefully after any towing operation. Towing a trailer places an additional load on your engine and rear axle ratio on the certification label. Driving Driving through deep water where the transmission is submerged may tow a Conventional/Class IV trailer...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... from GCWR. Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-250 with manual transmission Rear axle Maximum GCWR-kg Maximum trailer ratio (lbs.) weight-kg (lbs.) 1 3.73 6 124 (13 500) 4 536 (10 000) 4.10 6 804 (15 000) 4 536 ...4.30 9 072 (20 000) 4 536 (10 000) 1 Conventional/Class IV trailer hitch only. Driving Trailer towing tables Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-250 Rear axle ratio 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.30 with manual transmission Maximum GCWR-kg Maximum trailer (lbs.) weight-kg (lbs.) 1 6 124 (13 500) 4 536 (10 000) 6 ...
... from GCWR. Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-250 with manual transmission Rear axle Maximum GCWR-kg Maximum trailer ratio (lbs.) weight-kg (lbs.) 1 3.73 6 124 (13 500) 4 536 (10 000) 4.10 6 804 (15 000) 4 536 ...4.30 9 072 (20 000) 4 536 (10 000) 1 Conventional/Class IV trailer hitch only. Driving Trailer towing tables Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-250 Rear axle ratio 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.30 with manual transmission Maximum GCWR-kg Maximum trailer (lbs.) weight-kg (lbs.) 1 6 124 (13 500) 4 536 (10 000) 6 ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. 137 Engine 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-550 Rear axle Maximum GCWR-kg ratio (lbs.) 4.88 10 886 (24 000) 5.38 11 794 (26 000) Maximum trailer weight-kg (lbs.) 1 4 536 (10 000... subtracting GVW from GCWR. Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. Engine 6.8L 6.8L F-450 with automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum GCWR-kg Maximum trailer ratio (lbs.) weight-kg (lbs.) 1 4.88 10 886 (24 000) 4 536 (10 000) 5.38 11 794 (26 000...
... calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. 137 Engine 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-550 Rear axle Maximum GCWR-kg ratio (lbs.) 4.88 10 886 (24 000) 5.38 11 794 (26 000) Maximum trailer weight-kg (lbs.) 1 4 536 (10 000... subtracting GVW from GCWR. Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. Engine 6.8L 6.8L F-450 with automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum GCWR-kg Maximum trailer ratio (lbs.) weight-kg (lbs.) 1 4.88 10 886 (24 000) 4 536 (10 000) 5.38 11 794 (26 000...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... towing a trailer, and make sure it is lower or higher than in your trailer so that clamp onto the vehicle's bumper or attach to the axle. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper height is on and all doors closed, allow slack...
... towing a trailer, and make sure it is lower or higher than in your trailer so that clamp onto the vehicle's bumper or attach to the axle. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper height is on and all doors closed, allow slack...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... distance for stopping with trailers should be checked unless a leak is suspected. Exceeding these guidelines: 140 Replace front and rear axle lubricants anytime the axles have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your vehicle will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more information.... Axle lubricant quantities are not to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing ...
... distance for stopping with trailers should be checked unless a leak is suspected. Exceeding these guidelines: 140 Replace front and rear axle lubricants anytime the axles have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your vehicle will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more information.... Axle lubricant quantities are not to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... to the back of the GVW. Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label to find Front GAWR. • The Front Axle Accessory Reserve Capacity and the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity listed on the bottom right of the Safety Compliance Certification Label will determine ... for towing. • Federal and most local regulations require additional exterior lamps for additional information. 141 SNOWPLOWING For low speed snow removal, Ford offers a Snowplow Package as a snowplow or powertrain and suspension system damage may occur. Driving • 4x2 vehicles must have the transfer...
... to the back of the GVW. Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label to find Front GAWR. • The Front Axle Accessory Reserve Capacity and the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity listed on the bottom right of the Safety Compliance Certification Label will determine ... for towing. • Federal and most local regulations require additional exterior lamps for additional information. 141 SNOWPLOWING For low speed snow removal, Ford offers a Snowplow Package as a snowplow or powertrain and suspension system damage may occur. Driving • 4x2 vehicles must have the transfer...