Owner's Manual
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... not be noticeable to the extreme right or the extreme left position for more effort. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off ), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more than the manufacturer's specified size... Extended use of other than a few seconds when the engine is equipped with one wheel is turned off the ground, such as striking large potholes, sliding into curbs on a Traction-Lok rear axle could damage the power steering pump. To avoid injury, never run the engine with power...
... not be noticeable to the extreme right or the extreme left position for more effort. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off ), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more than the manufacturer's specified size... Extended use of other than a few seconds when the engine is equipped with one wheel is turned off the ground, such as striking large potholes, sliding into curbs on a Traction-Lok rear axle could damage the power steering pump. To avoid injury, never run the engine with power...
Owner's Manual
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... 4WD system (if equipped) 2H (2WD High) - Power to rear axle only. 4H (4WD High) - Power to front and rear axles at reduced speed. N (Neutral) - No power to either axle. 4L (4WD Low)- Power to front and rear axles. Do not shift into 4H (4WD High) with the rear wheels slipping. 2H 4H N 4L 147
... 4WD system (if equipped) 2H (2WD High) - Power to rear axle only. 4H (4WD High) - Power to front and rear axles at reduced speed. N (Neutral) - No power to either axle. 4L (4WD Low)- Power to front and rear axles. Do not shift into 4H (4WD High) with the rear wheels slipping. 2H 4H N 4L 147
Owner's Manual
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... trailer weight rating is listed on the Safety Certification Label on snow or ice with either braking system, allow the ABS to each axle system. Driving If your vehicle is permitted to tow. When driving on the driver's door pillar. • GCW (Gross Combined ...; Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximum weight of cargo, occupants and optional equipment. VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with a Four Wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), apply the brakes as you normally would. It does not include occupants or aftermarket equipment. • Payload: ...
... trailer weight rating is listed on the Safety Certification Label on snow or ice with either braking system, allow the ABS to each axle system. Driving If your vehicle is permitted to tow. When driving on the driver's door pillar. • GCW (Gross Combined ...; Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximum weight of cargo, occupants and optional equipment. VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with a Four Wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), apply the brakes as you normally would. It does not include occupants or aftermarket equipment. • Payload: ...
Owner's Manual
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... depth is unknown. Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the wheel rims (for cars). This is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through deep or standing water is the ...maximum trailer weight your type engine and rear axle ratio. 2. Traction or brake capability may be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the chart. Drying can tow and...
... depth is unknown. Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the wheel rims (for cars). This is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through deep or standing water is the ...maximum trailer weight your type engine and rear axle ratio. 2. Traction or brake capability may be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the chart. Drying can tow and...
Owner's Manual
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... the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in maximum trailer weight ratings. F-250 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be subtracted from GCWR. 157 Inspect these components carefully prior to the maximum trailer ...weight listed for your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Driving TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow a Conventional/Class IV trailer or fifth wheel trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is designated by weight, not by ...
... the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in maximum trailer weight ratings. F-250 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be subtracted from GCWR. 157 Inspect these components carefully prior to the maximum trailer ...weight listed for your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Driving TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow a Conventional/Class IV trailer or fifth wheel trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is designated by weight, not by ...
Owner's Manual
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... 711 (17 000) 4 536 (10 000) 4.30 9 072 (20 000) 4 536 (10 000) Conventional/Class IV trailer hitch only. Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. 158 Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-350 w/manual transmission Rear... axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - kg (lbs.) weight - kg (lbs.) weight - Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-350 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from ...
... 711 (17 000) 4 536 (10 000) 4.30 9 072 (20 000) 4 536 (10 000) Conventional/Class IV trailer hitch only. Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. 158 Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-350 w/manual transmission Rear... axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - kg (lbs.) weight - kg (lbs.) weight - Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-350 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from ...
Owner's Manual
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Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. Driving Engine 6.8L 6.8L F-450 with manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - Engine Rear axle ratio 4.88 5.38 F-550 Maximum GCWR - Towing a Class IV trailer (extra heavy duty) 2 268-4... 536 kg (5 001-10 000 lbs.) trailer weight requires a weight-distributing or fifth-wheel hitch. kg (lbs.)1 ...
Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. Driving Engine 6.8L 6.8L F-450 with manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - Engine Rear axle ratio 4.88 5.38 F-550 Maximum GCWR - Towing a Class IV trailer (extra heavy duty) 2 268-4... 536 kg (5 001-10 000 lbs.) trailer weight requires a weight-distributing or fifth-wheel hitch. kg (lbs.)1 ...
Owner's Manual
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... for stopping with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should not be parked on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. Axle lubricant quantities are designed to all cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with trailers should be checked unless a leak is... motorhome. An example of the vehicle trailer combination. Replace front and rear axle lubricants any time the axles have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When stopped in water. The following recreational towing ...
... for stopping with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should not be parked on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. Axle lubricant quantities are designed to all cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with trailers should be checked unless a leak is... motorhome. An example of the vehicle trailer combination. Replace front and rear axle lubricants any time the axles have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When stopped in water. The following recreational towing ...
Owner's Manual
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Consult your vehicle's operation.) • Ford cannot assume responsibility for automotive use of mobile communications systems - that are equipped with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your ... not properly installed. Customer assistance Tailgate covers (Diamond plate) Tonneau cover (hard and foldable) Tonneau cover (soft) Touch-up paint Truck cover Universal floor mats Wheel covers Wood trim For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or...
Consult your vehicle's operation.) • Ford cannot assume responsibility for automotive use of mobile communications systems - that are equipped with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your ... not properly installed. Customer assistance Tailgate covers (Diamond plate) Tonneau cover (hard and foldable) Tonneau cover (soft) Touch-up paint Truck cover Universal floor mats Wheel covers Wood trim For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or...
Owner's Manual
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... recommendations ...203 refill capacities ...249 specifications ...253, 256 Exhaust fumes ...129 F Fail safe cooling ...211 Fluid capacities ...249 Foglamps ...26 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...13, 145 control trac ...27 description ...149 driving off road ...151 electronic shift ...27, 145, 149 indicator light ...14, ...oil pressure gauge ...19 fuel gauge ...16 odometer ...18 speedometer ...17 tachometer ...18 trip odometer ...18 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...154 calculating ...156 definition ...154 driving with a heavy load ...154 location ...154 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...154 ...
... recommendations ...203 refill capacities ...249 specifications ...253, 256 Exhaust fumes ...129 F Fail safe cooling ...211 Fluid capacities ...249 Foglamps ...26 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...13, 145 control trac ...27 description ...149 driving off road ...151 electronic shift ...27, 145, 149 indicator light ...14, ...oil pressure gauge ...19 fuel gauge ...16 odometer ...18 speedometer ...17 tachometer ...18 trip odometer ...18 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...154 calculating ...156 definition ...154 driving with a heavy load ...154 location ...154 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...154 ...
Owner's Manual
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... ...197 Snowplowing ...4, 163-165 Spark plugs, specifications ...249, 256 Special notice ...3, 5 ambulance conversions ...4 diesel-powered vehicles ...3 four-wheel drive vehicles ...166 utility-type vehicles ...4 Specification chart, lubricants ...253, 256 Speed control ...72 Speedometer ...17 Starting your vehicle ...126...snow tires and chains ...226 tire grades ...223 treadwear ...223 Towing ...157 trailer towing ...157 wrecker ...196 Traction-lok rear axle ...134 Transfer case fluid checking ...217 Transmission ...136 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...214 fluid, checking and adding (...
... ...197 Snowplowing ...4, 163-165 Spark plugs, specifications ...249, 256 Special notice ...3, 5 ambulance conversions ...4 diesel-powered vehicles ...3 four-wheel drive vehicles ...166 utility-type vehicles ...4 Specification chart, lubricants ...253, 256 Speed control ...72 Speedometer ...17 Starting your vehicle ...126...snow tires and chains ...226 tire grades ...223 treadwear ...223 Towing ...157 trailer towing ...157 wrecker ...196 Traction-lok rear axle ...134 Transfer case fluid checking ...217 Transmission ...136 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...214 fluid, checking and adding (...
Four Wheeling Supplement 3rd Printing
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This may damage the drivelines and axles. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle 6 You may loose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. • It ... careful when driving on the apron or shoulder of the pavement, slow down gradually before returning to the pavement. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, such as highway reflectors, with Auto 4WD...
This may damage the drivelines and axles. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle 6 You may loose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. • It ... careful when driving on the apron or shoulder of the pavement, slow down gradually before returning to the pavement. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, such as highway reflectors, with Auto 4WD...
Four Wheeling Supplement 3rd Printing
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...and performance of the same size, type, tread design, brand and load-carrying capacity. If you use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford because it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could lead to loss of vehicle 15 If you nevertheless decide to ...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 equip your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure. If you should ...
...and performance of the same size, type, tread design, brand and load-carrying capacity. If you use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford because it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could lead to loss of vehicle 15 If you nevertheless decide to ...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 equip your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure. If you should ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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...cabin air filter, if equipped Change orange engine coolant, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (See page 34) Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles...) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Replace 4X2 wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for...
...cabin air filter, if equipped Change orange engine coolant, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (See page 34) Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles...) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Replace 4X2 wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for...
7.3L Diesel Supplement 2nd Printing
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...for you particular vehicle as equipped, follow the section Calculating the load your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts. 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 (...000) 4 717 (10 400) 5.52 (60) E-350 RV Cutaway (dual rear wheel) 4.10 9 072 (20 000) 4 309 (9 500) 5.52 (60) E-350 Commercial Cutaway (single rear wheel) 4.10 9 072 (20 000) 4 717 (10 400) 5.52 (60) E-350 Commercial Cutaway (dual rear wheel) 4.10 9 072 (20 000) 4 400 (9 700) 5.52 (60) ...
...for you particular vehicle as equipped, follow the section Calculating the load your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts. 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 (...000) 4 717 (10 400) 5.52 (60) E-350 RV Cutaway (dual rear wheel) 4.10 9 072 (20 000) 4 309 (9 500) 5.52 (60) E-350 Commercial Cutaway (single rear wheel) 4.10 9 072 (20 000) 4 717 (10 400) 5.52 (60) E-350 Commercial Cutaway (dual rear wheel) 4.10 9 072 (20 000) 4 400 (9 700) 5.52 (60) ...
7.3L Diesel Supplement 2nd Printing
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... certification label. Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation. F-Series and Excursion trailer towing tables GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Maximum Rear axle Maximum trailer Model GCWR-kg ratio weight-kg (lbs.) 1 (lbs.) F-250 and 3.73 9 072 (20 000) 4 536 (10 000) ...maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of the total is designated by weight, not by subtracting the GVW from the GCWR. 15 Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by volume, so you cannot...
... certification label. Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation. F-Series and Excursion trailer towing tables GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Maximum Rear axle Maximum trailer Model GCWR-kg ratio weight-kg (lbs.) 1 (lbs.) F-250 and 3.73 9 072 (20 000) 4 536 (10 000) ...maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of the total is designated by weight, not by subtracting the GVW from the GCWR. 15 Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by volume, so you cannot...