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The combined total weight of the vehicle and trailer must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be properly balanced. Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be equipped for additional information. 12 Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may require a trailer tow package).
The combined total weight of the vehicle and trailer must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be properly balanced. Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be equipped for additional information. 12 Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may require a trailer tow package).
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Loaded vehicles, with the heaviest cargo on the roof of gravity, may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. If you have reached the weight capacity of the vehicle, do not add more on corners and creating a greater possibility of vehicle roll over the floor of the cargo area, ... extra caution when driving. Once you must haul cargo on the bottom and ahead of the rear axle. Cargo placed on maximum safe vehicle weight limits. 16 Loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to lean more cargo, even if there is properly loaded to your ...
Loaded vehicles, with the heaviest cargo on the roof of gravity, may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. If you have reached the weight capacity of the vehicle, do not add more on corners and creating a greater possibility of vehicle roll over the floor of the cargo area, ... extra caution when driving. Once you must haul cargo on the bottom and ahead of the rear axle. Cargo placed on maximum safe vehicle weight limits. 16 Loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to lean more cargo, even if there is properly loaded to your ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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...Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and record page 48) Replace PCV valve on all passenger cars and light trucks under 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page 5) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100... oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect tires for : Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 25 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
...Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and record page 48) Replace PCV valve on all passenger cars and light trucks under 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page 5) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100... oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect tires for : Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 25 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
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...Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance...filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace PCV on all passenger cars and light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page 5) Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all 2.0L, 4 cylinder engines (Focus and ZX2) Replace climate-controlled seat filters ...
...Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance...filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace PCV on all passenger cars and light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page 5) Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all 2.0L, 4 cylinder engines (Focus and ZX2) Replace climate-controlled seat filters ...
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... vehicles are operated under normal driving conditions on page 37. 36 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) For 450 and 550 vehicles operated at or near maximum Gross Vehicle Weights, the rear axle lubricant should be changed anytime an axle has ... series applications. In addition, this 50,000 mile schedule should be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add four ounces of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or ...
... vehicles are operated under normal driving conditions on page 37. 36 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) For 450 and 550 vehicles operated at or near maximum Gross Vehicle Weights, the rear axle lubricant should be changed anytime an axle has ... series applications. In addition, this 50,000 mile schedule should be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add four ounces of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or ...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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...car or light truck. The warranty coverage you are eligible for your dealer's handling of this guide. If you bought a previously owned 2003-model vehicle, you receive and your vehicle, please call the Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. If you need to another... which cover your selling dealer would like you to return to medium/heavy duty trucks over 10,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (pages 11-24). Introduction Ford Motor Company and your emissions control systems, and Noise Emissions Warranty which applies only to it is accurate as its agent...
...car or light truck. The warranty coverage you are eligible for your dealer's handling of this guide. If you bought a previously owned 2003-model vehicle, you receive and your vehicle, please call the Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. If you need to another... which cover your selling dealer would like you to return to medium/heavy duty trucks over 10,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (pages 11-24). Introduction Ford Motor Company and your emissions control systems, and Noise Emissions Warranty which applies only to it is accurate as its agent...
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California requirements for emissions warranties QUICK REFERENCE: EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE This chart shows the coverage Ford Motor Company provides under the emissions control warranty to owners of their estimated replacement cost at the time the California Air Resources Board... DEFECTS WARRANTY FOR VEHICLE WITH GVWR OVER 14,000 LBS.*** EMISSIONS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY 3/50,000 7/70,000 5/50,000 3/50,000 * Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ** These specific parts were selected on the basis of vehicles certified for sale in California, (your vehicle for sale in California or conforms to...
California requirements for emissions warranties QUICK REFERENCE: EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE This chart shows the coverage Ford Motor Company provides under the emissions control warranty to owners of their estimated replacement cost at the time the California Air Resources Board... DEFECTS WARRANTY FOR VEHICLE WITH GVWR OVER 14,000 LBS.*** EMISSIONS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY 3/50,000 7/70,000 5/50,000 3/50,000 * Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ** These specific parts were selected on the basis of vehicles certified for sale in California, (your vehicle for sale in California or conforms to...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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...or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications. Box 8001 El Monte, California 91731-2990 17 If Gross Vehicle Weight rating is over 14,000 lbs.: For 5 years or 50,000 miles (gasoline powered engines and vehicles) or 5 years or 100,000 miles (...diesel powered engines and vehicles) (whichever first occurs): If an emissions-related part on your vehicle, but Ford cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all receipts covering maintenance on your...
...or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications. Box 8001 El Monte, California 91731-2990 17 If Gross Vehicle Weight rating is over 14,000 lbs.: For 5 years or 50,000 miles (gasoline powered engines and vehicles) or 5 years or 100,000 miles (...diesel powered engines and vehicles) (whichever first occurs): If an emissions-related part on your vehicle, but Ford cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all receipts covering maintenance on your...
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WHAT IS COVERED? The parts on the following list are covered by the Defects Warranties that apply to every California 2003-model vehicle, regardless of the GVWR* of the vehicle. * Gross Vehicle Weight Rating List of Parts Covered by Defects Warranties • Air Flow Sensor • Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors...
WHAT IS COVERED? The parts on the following list are covered by the Defects Warranties that apply to every California 2003-model vehicle, regardless of the GVWR* of the vehicle. * Gross Vehicle Weight Rating List of Parts Covered by Defects Warranties • Air Flow Sensor • Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors...
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... limited to any part, component or system of the vehicle as manufactured by Ford, which is not covered by Ford, was designed, built and equipped to each subsequent purchaser that this vehicle as a basic stripped chassis, those having a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of the vehicle. EPA Noise Control Regulations. THE NOISE EMISSIONS WARRANTY...
... limited to any part, component or system of the vehicle as manufactured by Ford, which is not covered by Ford, was designed, built and equipped to each subsequent purchaser that this vehicle as a basic stripped chassis, those having a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of the vehicle. EPA Noise Control Regulations. THE NOISE EMISSIONS WARRANTY...
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... and the risk of over 9,900 pounds, then the New Vehicle Limited Warranty is voided and any Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP) contract is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Prep Package by contacting the ambulance manufacturer of limousines as listed at www.certifiedlimo.com to Bumper... modified into limousines cannot exceed the maximum extension of 120 inches or exceed a total Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual and the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book (and pertinent supplements). You may be voided, and the vehicle modifier may determine ...
... and the risk of over 9,900 pounds, then the New Vehicle Limited Warranty is voided and any Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP) contract is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Prep Package by contacting the ambulance manufacturer of limousines as listed at www.certifiedlimo.com to Bumper... modified into limousines cannot exceed the maximum extension of 120 inches or exceed a total Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual and the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book (and pertinent supplements). You may be voided, and the vehicle modifier may determine ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... is turned on screen displays while their vehicle is in motion. If a problem occurs, stop using the system immediately and contact your Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealer. 49 Ensure that you are familiar with the system's features and functionality, including the following: • Do... • The navigation CD does not reflect road detours, closures or construction, road characteristics such as rough road surface, slope or grade, weight or height restrictions, traffic congestion, weather or similar conditions. • To use the navigation system to locate emergency services. • For road...
... is turned on screen displays while their vehicle is in motion. If a problem occurs, stop using the system immediately and contact your Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealer. 49 Ensure that you are familiar with the system's features and functionality, including the following: • Do... • The navigation CD does not reflect road detours, closures or construction, road characteristics such as rough road surface, slope or grade, weight or height restrictions, traffic congestion, weather or similar conditions. • To use the navigation system to locate emergency services. • For road...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... secure the load. 141 Use the integrated tie down (toward the back of luggage if the weight is placed directly on the cross-bars. • Do not exceed 68 kg (150 lb) if the weight is locked in place. Driver Controls LUGGAGE RACK The rear cross-bar can be adjusted to fit...
... secure the load. 141 Use the integrated tie down (toward the back of luggage if the weight is placed directly on the cross-bars. • Do not exceed 68 kg (150 lb) if the weight is locked in place. Driver Controls LUGGAGE RACK The rear cross-bar can be adjusted to fit...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... all of the manufacturer's instructions with the safety seat you put in this chapter. • Use the correct safety belt buckle for the size and weight of the child. Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for...
... all of the manufacturer's instructions with the safety seat you put in this chapter. • Use the correct safety belt buckle for the size and weight of the child. Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... air suspension system is designed to improve ride comfort, vehicle handling and general vehicle performance by adjusting the vehicle's ride height according to vehicle speed, weight added to or removed from P (Park). If your vehicle changes while maintaining a constant engine speed, have automatically lowered the vehicle to its lowest height to...
... air suspension system is designed to improve ride comfort, vehicle handling and general vehicle performance by adjusting the vehicle's ride height according to vehicle speed, weight added to or removed from P (Park). If your vehicle changes while maintaining a constant engine speed, have automatically lowered the vehicle to its lowest height to...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...any vehicle equipped with any standard equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight. • GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight): Base curb weight plus payload weight. DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth is found, replace... engine's air intake and severely damage your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the driver's door pillar. 236 Driving Ford Motor Company recommends that is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage.
...any vehicle equipped with any standard equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight. • GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight): Base curb weight plus payload weight. DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth is found, replace... engine's air intake and severely damage your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the driver's door pillar. 236 Driving Ford Motor Company recommends that is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage.
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... and cargo) and the loaded trailer. • GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating): Maximum permissible combined weight of towing vehicle (including occupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximum weight of the loaded trailer towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle...with a higher limit than the originals because they may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you are adding weight to tow. Replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. The ...
... and cargo) and the loaded trailer. • GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating): Maximum permissible combined weight of towing vehicle (including occupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximum weight of the loaded trailer towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle...with a higher limit than the originals because they may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you are adding weight to tow. Replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. The ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... vehicle. Your vehicle has the capability to the vehicle loss of the vehicle. Weigh your vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear gross axle weight rating limits. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may raise the center of gravity of vehicle control, ... (in serious damage to haul more cargo and people than unloaded vehicles. To obtain correct weights, try taking your vehicle to find the maximum GCWR for trucks. 3. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in the Trailer Towing section) to a shipping company or an inspection...
... vehicle. Your vehicle has the capability to the vehicle loss of the vehicle. Weigh your vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear gross axle weight rating limits. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may raise the center of gravity of vehicle control, ... (in serious damage to haul more cargo and people than unloaded vehicles. To obtain correct weights, try taking your vehicle to find the maximum GCWR for trucks. 3. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in the Trailer Towing section) to a shipping company or an inspection...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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If exceeded, cargo should be removed from any Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer (part number 2L1Z-14A348-AB). A Class I (4-pin) electrical connector and Class II/III/IV (7-pin) electrical connector are properly connected and ... additional loads on your vehicle's load limits. Refer to the severe duty schedule in the scheduled maintenance guide. • Do not tow a trailer until all weights are within your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. A kit containing a wiring harness/adapter and installation instructions to attach an electric brake controller...
If exceeded, cargo should be removed from any Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer (part number 2L1Z-14A348-AB). A Class I (4-pin) electrical connector and Class II/III/IV (7-pin) electrical connector are properly connected and ... additional loads on your vehicle's load limits. Refer to the severe duty schedule in the scheduled maintenance guide. • Do not tow a trailer until all weights are within your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. A kit containing a wiring harness/adapter and installation instructions to attach an electric brake controller...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... damage, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Remember to activate. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in this is normal. Integrated hitch rating The standard integrated hitch has two...to Vehicle loading in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of control and personal injury. Driving Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg (lbs.) Trailer weight range (0 maximum) kg (lbs.) Engine 4x2 4.6L All 4762 (10500) 0-2268 (0-5000) 5.4L All 6577 (14500) 0-4060 (0-8950) 4x4...
... damage, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Remember to activate. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in this is normal. Integrated hitch rating The standard integrated hitch has two...to Vehicle loading in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of control and personal injury. Driving Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg (lbs.) Trailer weight range (0 maximum) kg (lbs.) Engine 4x2 4.6L All 4762 (10500) 0-2268 (0-5000) 5.4L All 6577 (14500) 0-4060 (0-8950) 4x4...