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...• Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with minor damage to your vehicle rather than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement, slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply while...control or rollover. Remember, your vehicle goes off -road conditions. You may loose control if you do not slow down , but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an ...
...• Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with minor damage to your vehicle rather than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement, slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply while...control or rollover. Remember, your vehicle goes off -road conditions. You may loose control if you do not slow down , but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an ...
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... emergency stop any other vehicles for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. 7 Should you start to road conditions. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking. If your "Owner's Guide" for stopping. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking ...of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or personal injury. See your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brake steadily. Operation On The Road Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn the steering...
... emergency stop any other vehicles for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. 7 Should you start to road conditions. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking. If your "Owner's Guide" for stopping. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking ...of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or personal injury. See your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brake steadily. Operation On The Road Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn the steering...
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Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) ... from the rest of the driveline. When the transfer case is in gear. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 8 Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Operation On The Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat...
Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) ... from the rest of the driveline. When the transfer case is in gear. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 8 Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Operation On The Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat...
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...on the tire decal. You should either know the terrain or examine maps of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its vehicles to rotating driveshafts and tires. In the event you have all four wheels on the ground and they must be... can result in sand, make sure you must have reduced the inflation pressure to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. To maintain steering and braking control of the trail. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. If you must reinflate the tires to keep all times, especially...
...on the tire decal. You should either know the terrain or examine maps of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its vehicles to rotating driveshafts and tires. In the event you have all four wheels on the ground and they must be... can result in sand, make sure you must have reduced the inflation pressure to avoid vehicle damage from another vehicle. To maintain steering and braking control of the trail. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. If you must reinflate the tires to keep all times, especially...
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... in our nations wilderness areas. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to slide and swing around during braking. Driving Off-Road "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land-use . Using tire chains will ...help . Driving on the rear tires. Ford joins the U.S. A danger lies in reverse over a hill without the aid of Land Management in deep snow that would stop the vehicle ...
... in our nations wilderness areas. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to slide and swing around during braking. Driving Off-Road "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land-use . Using tire chains will ...help . Driving on the rear tires. Ford joins the U.S. A danger lies in reverse over a hill without the aid of Land Management in deep snow that would stop the vehicle ...
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.... Disengage overdrive or manually shift to a safe location. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in a lower gear rather than... downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Driving Off-Road When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in loss of vehicle control. Do not descend in the same gear...
.... Disengage overdrive or manually shift to a safe location. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in a lower gear rather than... downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Driving Off-Road When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in loss of vehicle control. Do not descend in the same gear...
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... Taxi vehicle axles - time and mileage based interval If you have any questions about your driving conditions, or for further clarification, please see your dealer. 7 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) These exceptions are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule for specific vehicles or special applications... E85 fuel 50% of the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only) Exceptions In addition, there are : • Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Normal vehicle axle -
... Taxi vehicle axles - time and mileage based interval If you have any questions about your driving conditions, or for further clarification, please see your dealer. 7 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) These exceptions are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule for specific vehicles or special applications... E85 fuel 50% of the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only) Exceptions In addition, there are : • Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Normal vehicle axle -
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... Check washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary) Check parking brake for proper operation Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips... Check and clean body and door drain holes Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength Check... pedal (manual transmission Mustang only) (see Owner Guide) 9 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
... Check washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary) Check parking brake for proper operation Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips... Check and clean body and door drain holes Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength Check... pedal (manual transmission Mustang only) (see Owner Guide) 9 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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..., Light 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 ...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 ...
..., Light 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 ...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 ...
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...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... 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...
...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... 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...
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...Minivans, Light 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 ... filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 40,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles...
...Minivans, Light 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 ... filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 40,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles...
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...2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services 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...
...2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services 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...
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...Schedule 75,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light 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 endplay and noise... air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
...Schedule 75,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light 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 endplay and noise... air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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...Schedule 90,000 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... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended 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) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS ...
...Schedule 90,000 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... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended 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) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS ...
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..., Light 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... 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...
..., Light 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... 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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... Air Resources Board has determined that 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...Schedule 120,000 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 ...
... Air Resources Board has determined that 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...Schedule 120,000 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 ...
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..., Light 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... 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...
..., Light 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... 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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...Schedule 150,000 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 ... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance...
...Schedule 150,000 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 ... Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance...
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...-B or equivalent. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime an axle has been submerged in water. 35 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Change brake fluid Every 30,000 miles - Non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be changed anytime the axle and PTO...Replace NGV fuel tanks Class A Motorhome/E-550 Every two years - The axle and PTO lubricant should be waived if the axle was filled with Ford-design axles are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in ...
...-B or equivalent. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime an axle has been submerged in water. 35 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Change brake fluid Every 30,000 miles - Non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be changed anytime the axle and PTO...Replace NGV fuel tanks Class A Motorhome/E-550 Every two years - The axle and PTO lubricant should be waived if the axle was filled with Ford-design axles are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in ...
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... rear axle fluid if equipped with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter ...transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings 37 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Special Operating Conditions ...Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or ...
... rear axle fluid if equipped with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter ...transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings 37 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Special Operating Conditions ...Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or ...