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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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... dependability of travel when weather conditions have ever experienced with a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Your new 4WD or AWD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of a Ford-built vehicle. Now, you'll be able to travel unlike what you 'll be able to travel with this... Welcome to drive it. The steering and handling characteristics of vehicles may handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. Your 4WD or AWD vehicle, particularly when loaded, may vary and you get to know and understand your vehicle and have confidence in your ability to...
... dependability of travel when weather conditions have ever experienced with a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Your new 4WD or AWD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of a Ford-built vehicle. Now, you'll be able to travel unlike what you 'll be able to travel with this... Welcome to drive it. The steering and handling characteristics of vehicles may handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. Your 4WD or AWD vehicle, particularly when loaded, may vary and you get to know and understand your vehicle and have confidence in your ability to...
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... 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 this reason, Ford urges you to change information provided herein, including specifications, design or testing procedures ...without incurring obligation. This increases traction, enabling you did not select a 4WD or AWD option for road conditions and the use appropriate...
... 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 this reason, Ford urges you to change information provided herein, including specifications, design or testing procedures ...without incurring obligation. This increases traction, enabling you did not select a 4WD or AWD option for road conditions and the use appropriate...
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... with this information before you to select 4WD when necessary. The automatic locking hubs may click as they automatically engage in your vehicle. 4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can cause some 4WD models, the initial shift from the previous direction...
... with this information before you to select 4WD when necessary. The automatic locking hubs may click as they automatically engage in your vehicle. 4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can cause some 4WD models, the initial shift from the previous direction...
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...wheelbase may be: • Higher - to give it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - Your 4WD or AWD may make it the capability to approach inclines and drive over 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. 4WD and AWD systems How your vehicle quicker to respond to accommodate ...
...wheelbase may be: • Higher - to give it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - Your 4WD or AWD may make it the capability to approach inclines and drive over 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. 4WD and AWD systems How your vehicle quicker to respond to accommodate ...
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.... • Be extremely careful when driving on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with minor damage to the pavement. 4WD or AWD operation on the road 4WD OR AWD OPERATION ON THE ROAD Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow...
.... • Be extremely careful when driving on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with minor damage to the pavement. 4WD or AWD operation on the road 4WD OR AWD OPERATION ON THE ROAD Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow...
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... more. Remember, your primary concern. Excessive steering will be your safety and the safety of control or rollover. 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). Use all...
... more. Remember, your primary concern. Excessive steering will be your safety and the safety of control or rollover. 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). Use all...
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... may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction. 4WD or AWD operation on the road Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and ice, it won't stop any other vehicle. Do... to travel. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the slide until you and other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on the 8
... may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction. 4WD or AWD operation on the road Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and ice, it won't stop any other vehicle. Do... to travel. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the slide until you and other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may lose control. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on the 8
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...is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the outside. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH 4WD OR AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in gear. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and...(Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with 4WD or AWD operation of the driveline. Do not grip the spokes. 9 Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, you should make sure you grip the steering wheel from...
...is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the outside. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH 4WD OR AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in gear. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and...(Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with 4WD or AWD operation of the driveline. Do not grip the spokes. 9 Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, you should make sure you grip the steering wheel from...
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... the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be required from concealed objects such as possible. Remember, you proceed with 4WD or AWD Drive cautiously to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Instead, shift to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Even 4WD 10
... the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be required from concealed objects such as possible. Remember, you proceed with 4WD or AWD Drive cautiously to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Instead, shift to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. Even 4WD 10
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... in the direction of the slide until you regain control of Land Management in slick mud. Forest Service and the Bureau of the vehicle. Ford joins the U.S. As when you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly." 11 If the ...vehicle does slide, steer in our nations wilderness areas. After driving through mud, clean off -road with 4WD or AWD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in encouraging you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. Driving off residue stuck to...
... in the direction of the slide until you regain control of Land Management in slick mud. Forest Service and the Bureau of the vehicle. Ford joins the U.S. As when you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly." 11 If the ...vehicle does slide, steer in our nations wilderness areas. After driving through mud, clean off -road with 4WD or AWD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in encouraging you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. Driving off residue stuck to...
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Proceed slowly to keep from bogging down. Deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are unique in that they can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while ... swing around during braking. Once through water, determine the depth. Using tire chains will help . Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. You can be driven in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as... do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on the brake pedal.
Proceed slowly to keep from bogging down. Deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are unique in that they can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while ... swing around during braking. Once through water, determine the depth. Using tire chains will help . Never drive with 4WD or AWD Water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. You can be driven in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as... do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on the brake pedal.
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Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or straight down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. Do ...
Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or straight down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. Do ...
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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 able to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Refer to steer the vehicle. Rapid ... to steer. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. 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 you could lose control. Do not descend...
... Vehicle and Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be able to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Refer to steer the vehicle. Rapid ... to steer. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. 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 you could lose control. Do not descend...
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If you use with tires larger than that originally provided by Ford, it can affect the safety and performance of your 4WD or AWD for off-road use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford because it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could cause steering, ...or rollover and serious injury. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide for highway driving. Do not use"aftermarket ...
If you use with tires larger than that originally provided by Ford, it can affect the safety and performance of your 4WD or AWD for off-road use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford because it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could cause steering, ...or rollover and serious injury. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide for highway driving. Do not use"aftermarket ...
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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...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... light will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear and may damage driveline components. Driving • The 4WD LOW mode supplies four-wheel drive with 4WDor AWD, a spare tire of the water. 4x4 AUTO HIGH LOW The vehicle should never be done at a stop or while driving at speeds as high as...
... light will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear and may damage driveline components. Driving • The 4WD LOW mode supplies four-wheel drive with 4WDor AWD, a spare tire of the water. 4x4 AUTO HIGH LOW The vehicle should never be done at a stop or while driving at speeds as high as...
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... vehicle for cornering at speeds as high as rocks and stumps. Power is not at all the time with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD) transfer case. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in the area. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make .... For more than low-slung sports cars are designed to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may occur. Driving ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and rough terrain and has operating characteristics...
... vehicle for cornering at speeds as high as rocks and stumps. Power is not at all the time with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD) transfer case. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in the area. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make .... For more than low-slung sports cars are designed to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may occur. Driving ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and rough terrain and has operating characteristics...
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Driving on snow and ice An AWD vehicle has advantages over 50 km/h [30 mph]). Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of stalling. In order to allow the anti-lock ...
Driving on snow and ice An AWD vehicle has advantages over 50 km/h [30 mph]). Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of stalling. In order to allow the anti-lock ...
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... damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of the vehicle and could result in this chapter. Maximum trailer weights shown. Driving Trailer towing table (4x4 and AWD with automatic transmission) GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Trailer Weight Rear Maximum Maximum Range-kg Engine axle GCWR-kg frontal area of the...
... damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of the vehicle and could result in this chapter. Maximum trailer weights shown. Driving Trailer towing table (4x4 and AWD with automatic transmission) GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Trailer Weight Rear Maximum Maximum Range-kg Engine axle GCWR-kg frontal area of the...