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For this supplement. 3 Notice To 4X2 Utility Vehicle Owners NOTICE 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 did not select a 4WD or AWD option for your vehicle, many of its operating characteristics are similar to read and understand the contents of two-wheel drive utility vehicles. Even though you to those of 4WD or AWD vehicles.
For this supplement. 3 Notice To 4X2 Utility Vehicle Owners NOTICE 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 did not select a 4WD or AWD option for your vehicle, many of its operating characteristics are similar to read and understand the contents of two-wheel drive utility vehicles. Even though you to those of 4WD or AWD vehicles.
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... you to select different drive modes as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are not designed for concern. Normal characteristics On some momentary clunk and ratcheting sounds. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are designed to 4WD while the vehicle is moving can not. Avoid...vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 4 This is the front drivetrain coming up to speed and is supplied to all four wheels to drive cautiously could result in these vehicles. Vehicle Characteristics 4WD AND AWD SYSTEMS Your AWD or 4WD (when you operate your "Owner's...
... you to select different drive modes as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are not designed for concern. Normal characteristics On some momentary clunk and ratcheting sounds. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are designed to 4WD while the vehicle is moving can not. Avoid...vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 4 This is the front drivetrain coming up to speed and is supplied to all four wheels to drive cautiously could result in these vehicles. Vehicle Characteristics 4WD AND AWD SYSTEMS Your AWD or 4WD (when you operate your "Owner's...
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... • If your vehicle goes off -road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which ...not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as highway reflectors, with a lower center of control or rollover. This may be your vehicle rather than low-slung sports cars are designed to ...
... • If your vehicle goes off -road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which ...not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as highway reflectors, with a lower center of control or rollover. This may be your vehicle rather than low-slung sports cars are designed to ...
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...or personal injury. Do not become overconfident as required to gravel) there will have advantages over -driving" your vehicle, i.e., turn the steering wheel in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction. Do not "pump" the brakes. Should you start to slide while driving on ...between you and other vehicles, braking occurs at all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel . Use all four wheels. However, if you suddenly change in other vehicles for . Use a "squeeze" technique, push on the operation of the anti-lock brake system...
...or personal injury. Do not become overconfident as required to gravel) there will have advantages over -driving" your vehicle, i.e., turn the steering wheel in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction. Do not "pump" the brakes. Should you start to slide while driving on ...between you and other vehicles, braking occurs at all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel . Use all four wheels. However, if you suddenly change in other vehicles for . Use a "squeeze" technique, push on the operation of the anti-lock brake system...
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... or spinning. You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the vehicle. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its intended use (not misusing the vehicle, not overloading, etc.) and at all four wheels on the road. When driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your ... driving. Excess mud stuck on the most solid area of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Failure to keep all four wheels on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could result in sand, you may be able to avoid vehicle damage from the outside. ...
... or spinning. You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the vehicle. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its intended use (not misusing the vehicle, not overloading, etc.) and at all four wheels on the road. When driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your ... driving. Excess mud stuck on the most solid area of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Failure to keep all four wheels on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could result in sand, you may be able to avoid vehicle damage from the outside. ...
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... dry the brakes faster by "treading lightly." Avoid water higher than the bottom of the wheel hubs. Proceed slowly to slide and swing around during braking. Never drive with chains on ... without also putting them on a hill, determine beforehand the route you to help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to keep from bogging down . Water Before driving through water, always try ... up or straight down . Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. A danger lies in our nations wilderness areas. Deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are...
... dry the brakes faster by "treading lightly." Avoid water higher than the bottom of the wheel hubs. Proceed slowly to slide and swing around during braking. Never drive with chains on ... without also putting them on a hill, determine beforehand the route you to help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to keep from bogging down . Water Before driving through water, always try ... up or straight down . Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. A danger lies in our nations wilderness areas. Deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are...
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... maintain steering control. Too much power will help you won't be turning in order to a safe location. Do not descend in neutral. The front wheels have to be able to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of stalling. This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of... a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you would use to climb up the hill to climb the hill. Apply just enough power to the wheels to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Driving Off-Road When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in a lower gear rather than downshifting ...
... maintain steering control. Too much power will help you won't be turning in order to a safe location. Do not descend in neutral. The front wheels have to be able to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of stalling. This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of... a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you would use to climb up the hill to climb the hill. Apply just enough power to the wheels to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Driving Off-Road When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in a lower gear rather than downshifting ...
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... pressure even if it is equipped with tires larger than that are damaged should not be damaged during off -road use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford because it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could lead to provide for off -road use "aftermarket lift kits" or other than... personal injury. If you nevertheless decide to blow out or fail. Do not use . You should not use a size and type of tire and wheel other suspension modifications, whether or not they are used for highway driving because they are of the same size, type, tread design, brand and load...
... pressure even if it is equipped with tires larger than that are damaged should not be damaged during off -road use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford because it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could lead to provide for off -road use "aftermarket lift kits" or other than... personal injury. If you nevertheless decide to blow out or fail. Do not use . You should not use a size and type of tire and wheel other suspension modifications, whether or not they are used for highway driving because they are of the same size, type, tread design, brand and load...
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..., Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends... 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...
..., Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends... 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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...recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however,...for your particular requirements. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 30,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace... brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat...
...recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however,...for your particular requirements. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 30,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace... brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat...
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... dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, ...joints Inspect tires for wear. Normal Schedule Normal 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... green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Rotation recommended for optimal tire life....
... dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, ...joints Inspect tires for wear. Normal Schedule Normal 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... green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Rotation recommended for optimal tire life....
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... for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 60,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect ...brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering... Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
... for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 60,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect ...brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering... Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... 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) Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not sealed bearings) Change manual transmission ...Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 19 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Consult your dealer for : Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles ...
... 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) Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not sealed bearings) Change manual transmission ...Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 19 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Consult your dealer for : Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles ...
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...Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel... 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 ...and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
...Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel... 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 ...and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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...climate-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 linkage...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) Consult your... pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and...
...climate-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 linkage...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) Consult your... pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and...
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...Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends ...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, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 26 2003 Universal Service Guide ...
...Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends ...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, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 26 2003 Universal Service Guide ...
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...the vehicle's useful life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 120,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil... Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat ...be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Inspect automatic transmission fluid level...
...the vehicle's useful life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 120,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil... Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat ...be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Inspect automatic transmission fluid level...
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Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty) Replace ...minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 125,000 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. ...
Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty) Replace ...minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 125,000 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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...Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends ...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, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 31 2003 Universal Service Guide ...
...Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends ...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, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 31 2003 Universal Service Guide ...
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...Aviator, and LS if equipped) 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, Excursion) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003...
...Aviator, and LS if equipped) 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, Excursion) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003...