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... or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 1 Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of contents Introduction Notice To 4X2 Utility Vehicle Owners... Vehicle Characteristics Operation On The Road Driving Off-Road Trailer Towing Tires, Replacement Requirements Maintenance and Modifications Hauling Cargo and Vehicle...
... or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 1 Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of contents Introduction Notice To 4X2 Utility Vehicle Owners... Vehicle Characteristics Operation On The Road Driving Off-Road Trailer Towing Tires, Replacement Requirements Maintenance and Modifications Hauling Cargo and Vehicle...
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... abrupt inputs. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop , avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any other vehicles for . Do not "pump" the brakes. Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will be utilized if...
... abrupt inputs. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop , avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any other vehicles for . Do not "pump" the brakes. Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will be utilized if...
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...the terrain or examine maps of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its vehicles to operate within its intended use (not misusing the vehicle, not... area. In the event you have reduced the inflation pressure to below the specified pressure on the tire decal while operating in sand, make sure you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to back ...out the way you came if you must reduce the tire pressure for any reason including operation in mud. If you must have all four wheels on the most...
...the terrain or examine maps of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its vehicles to operate within its intended use (not misusing the vehicle, not... area. In the event you have reduced the inflation pressure to below the specified pressure on the tire decal while operating in sand, make sure you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to back ...out the way you came if you must reduce the tire pressure for any reason including operation in mud. If you must have all four wheels on the most...
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...than the bottom of land-use . This could cause the rear to travel diagonally up or straight down . Whenever driving on the rear tires. Forest Service and the Bureau of a hill without seeing what conditions are unique in encouraging you to help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining... as effectively as dry brakes. Driving Off-Road "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of the wheel hubs. Ford joins the U.S. Proceed slowly to avoid splashing, if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may make it necessary to slide and swing ...
...than the bottom of land-use . This could cause the rear to travel diagonally up or straight down . Whenever driving on the rear tires. Forest Service and the Bureau of a hill without seeing what conditions are unique in encouraging you to help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining... as effectively as dry brakes. Driving Off-Road "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of the wheel hubs. Ford joins the U.S. Proceed slowly to avoid splashing, if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may make it necessary to slide and swing ...
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... power will help you might roll over. Disengage overdrive or manually shift to climb the hill. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of stalling. Descend a hill in neutral. When you brake hard, the front wheels can't turn around...
... power will help you might roll over. Disengage overdrive or manually shift to climb the hill. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of stalling. Descend a hill in neutral. When you brake hard, the front wheels can't turn around...
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... because it can be used with tires designed to the left front door lock facing or door latch post pillar. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Tires, Replacement Requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is less..., which could lead to equip your safety, tires that originally provided by Ford, it is equipped with larger tires and wheels. Tires can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could lead to follow tire pressure recommendations can adversely affect the way your ...
... because it can be used with tires designed to the left front door lock facing or door latch post pillar. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Tires, Replacement Requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is less..., which could lead to equip your safety, tires that originally provided by Ford, it is equipped with larger tires and wheels. Tires can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could lead to follow tire pressure recommendations can adversely affect the way your ...
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...other objects that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Tires, Replacement Requirements Each day before you drive, check your tires. Check tire pressure with a tire gauge every few weeks (including spare). Inspect the tire side walls for holes or cuts that are neither... underinflated nor a vehicle which is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in the tread ...
...other objects that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Tires, Replacement Requirements Each day before you drive, check your tires. Check tire pressure with a tire gauge every few weeks (including spare). Inspect the tire side walls for holes or cuts that are neither... underinflated nor a vehicle which is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in the tread ...
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...for labor, parts or lubricants used. Special Operating Conditions: 3,000 miles, 3 months, or 200 hours of all interior and exterior lights tires for the proper service advice. Check Every Month for All Vehicles: Check Check Check Check Check function of engine operation, whichever occurs first.... for wear and proper air pressure engine oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel/water separator (diesel vehicles) 8 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) The owner maintenance service checks are provided in the Owner's Guide....
...for labor, parts or lubricants used. Special Operating Conditions: 3,000 miles, 3 months, or 200 hours of all interior and exterior lights tires for the proper service advice. Check Every Month for All Vehicles: Check Check Check Check Check function of engine operation, whichever occurs first.... for wear and proper air pressure engine oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel/water separator (diesel vehicles) 8 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) The owner maintenance service checks are provided in the Owner's Guide....
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... Check Every Six Months for All Vehicles: Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function Check air pressure in spare tire Check that externally mounted spare tire is tight (see owner's guide) Check power steering fluid level Check washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades (replace blades... connections and clean if necessary Check clutch fluid level, if equipped 5,000 Miles Adjust clutch by lifting pedal (manual transmission Mustang only) (see Owner Guide) 9 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
... Check Every Six Months for All Vehicles: Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function Check air pressure in spare tire Check that externally mounted spare tire is tight (see owner's guide) Check power steering fluid level Check washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades (replace blades... connections and clean if necessary Check clutch fluid level, if equipped 5,000 Miles Adjust clutch by lifting pedal (manual transmission Mustang only) (see Owner Guide) 9 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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...Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 5,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine ...oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 11 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg...
...Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 5,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine ...oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 11 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg...
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...hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) ...Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12 2003 Universal Service...
...hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) ...Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12 2003 Universal Service...
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...be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 30,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles ...cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air...
...be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 30,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles ...cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air...
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Rotation recommended for : Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 15 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder... and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 35,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, ...
Rotation recommended for : Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 15 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder... and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 35,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, ...
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... Schedule 40,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA...
... Schedule 40,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA...
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... air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 17 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as ...required Replace fuel filter 50,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life.
... air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 17 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as ...required Replace fuel filter 50,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life.
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... rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 55,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear.
... rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 55,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear.
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...cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Check... air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus PZEV engine) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and...coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
...cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Check... air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus PZEV engine) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and...coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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...shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for your dealer for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV... maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however...-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering...
...shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for your dealer for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV... maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however...-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering...
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Additional services for optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for : Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 24 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and...the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 95,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear.
Additional services for optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for : Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 24 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and...the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 95,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear.
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...for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Replace spark plugs Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and ...Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services 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)
...for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Replace spark plugs Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and ...Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services 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)