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... conditions. Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are designed to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the road and slow down , but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as passenger cars any...
... conditions. Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are designed to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the road and slow down , but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as passenger cars any...
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...goes from concrete to gravel) there will have advantages over -driving" your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brake steadily. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in ...tires and do not attempt any faster, because as required to avoid the emergency. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing force which could result in an increased risk of loss of surface to another (i.e., from one type of vehicle...
...goes from concrete to gravel) there will have advantages over -driving" your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brake steadily. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in ...tires and do not attempt any faster, because as required to avoid the emergency. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing force which could result in an increased risk of loss of surface to another (i.e., from one type of vehicle...
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Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 8 Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or ... On The Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, you should make sure that the gearshift is engaged in N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in P (Park) with an automatic...
Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 8 Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or ... On The Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, you should make sure that the gearshift is engaged in N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in P (Park) with an automatic...
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Sand Ford Motor Company designs its vehicles to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the ... direction of the slide until you reinflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. Excess mud stuck on the road. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have reduced the inflation pressure to the specified pressure before you may be rolling, not sliding or spinning. As...
Sand Ford Motor Company designs its vehicles to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the ... direction of the slide until you reinflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. Excess mud stuck on the road. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have reduced the inflation pressure to the specified pressure before you may be rolling, not sliding or spinning. As...
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... possibly rolling over a hill without the aid of a hill without also putting them on the front tires of the wheel hubs. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This will also help preserve our national forest and other side. Avoid driving crosswise or... turning on the brake pedal. Whenever driving on the accelerator. Driving Off-Road "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land-use . Ford joins the U.S. Water Before driving through water, always try to ...
... possibly rolling over a hill without the aid of a hill without also putting them on the front tires of the wheel hubs. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This will also help preserve our national forest and other side. Avoid driving crosswise or... turning on the brake pedal. Whenever driving on the accelerator. Driving Off-Road "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land-use . Ford joins the U.S. Water Before driving through water, always try to ...
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...just enough power to the wheels to a lower gear. The front wheels have to be able to steer. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you won't be turning in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. This reduces... strain on the engine and the possibility of vehicle control. Do not descend in loss of stalling. When you brake hard, the front wheels can't turn around because you might roll over. Driving Off-Road When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in ...
...just enough power to the wheels to a lower gear. The front wheels have to be able to steer. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you won't be turning in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. This reduces... strain on the engine and the possibility of vehicle control. Do not descend in loss of stalling. When you brake hard, the front wheels can't turn around because you might roll over. Driving Off-Road When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...'s literature Reporting safety defects (U.S. Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 95 95 105 118 126 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Trailer towing 139 139 142 144 148 175 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off...
...'s literature Reporting safety defects (U.S. Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 95 95 105 118 126 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Trailer towing 139 139 142 144 148 175 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off...
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... (SRS) in personal injury. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could potentially include information regarding vehicle speed, brake or accelerator application or steering input. Data Recording Computers in your vehicle is turned OFF. Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Special instructions ... potentially including but not limited to information such as: • the use of restraint systems including seat belts by : • Ford Motor Company. • service and repair facilities. • law enforcement or government agencies. • others who may be stored ...
... (SRS) in personal injury. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could potentially include information regarding vehicle speed, brake or accelerator application or steering input. Data Recording Computers in your vehicle is turned OFF. Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Special instructions ... potentially including but not limited to information such as: • the use of restraint systems including seat belts by : • Ford Motor Company. • service and repair facilities. • law enforcement or government agencies. • others who may be stored ...
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Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8
Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8
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...could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will take you longer to come on is not running, or in a ... a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have the system serviced immediately. Have the vehicle checked by applying the parking brake when the ignition is illuminated. 11 Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Check fuel cap (if equipped): CHECK Illuminates when the...
...could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will take you longer to come on is not running, or in a ... a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have the system serviced immediately. Have the vehicle checked by applying the parking brake when the ignition is illuminated. 11 Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Check fuel cap (if equipped): CHECK Illuminates when the...
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... when the headlamp control is activated. The foglamp will illuminate indicator light when foglamp is in the OFF or Parking lamps position • the parking brake must be turned on .
... when the headlamp control is activated. The foglamp will illuminate indicator light when foglamp is in the OFF or Parking lamps position • the parking brake must be turned on .
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Lights Replacing front parking lamp/turn /backup lamp bulbs 1. Remove headlamp screw from the lamp assembly. 3. Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs 1. Remove the two screws from the bulb assembly. 3. Remove the lamp assembly. 4. Reverse steps to off. 2. Turn off the headlamp switch ...
Lights Replacing front parking lamp/turn /backup lamp bulbs 1. Remove headlamp screw from the lamp assembly. 3. Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs 1. Remove the two screws from the bulb assembly. 3. Remove the lamp assembly. 4. Reverse steps to off. 2. Turn off the headlamp switch ...
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... more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. 54 Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal toward you or away from you can maintain a speed of maximum travel. POWER... ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is moving. Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 ...
... more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. 54 Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal toward you or away from you can maintain a speed of maximum travel. POWER... ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is moving. Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 ...
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... when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control and release it . 2. Driver Controls Setting speed control The controls for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control...
... when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control and release it . 2. Driver Controls Setting speed control The controls for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control...
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Driver Controls • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is erased. 57 RES SET + COAST Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your vehicle's previously set speed memory is reached, press the SET + control. This will not erase your speed control set speed. • Press the speed control OFF control.
Driver Controls • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is erased. 57 RES SET + COAST Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your vehicle's previously set speed memory is reached, press the SET + control. This will not erase your speed control set speed. • Press the speed control OFF control.
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.... In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 8. Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. Warning display Warning-tire very low (if equipped) Check ...engine temperature Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check charging system Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure 72 Status Warning returns every minute Warning returns after you to show all warnings by pressing the RESET...
.... In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 8. Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. Warning display Warning-tire very low (if equipped) Check ...engine temperature Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check charging system Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure 72 Status Warning returns every minute Warning returns after you to show all warnings by pressing the RESET...
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... at a low speed, turn off as many of the tire pressures are operating electrical accessories when the engine is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Displayed when any of the electrical loads as possible. If the warning stays on or continues to Windshield...about adding engine oil. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Checking the tire pressure in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Indicates the brake fluid level is idling at normal speeds, have the system checked by your dealer. WARNING-TIRE VERY LOW (if equipped). Refer to ...
... at a low speed, turn off as many of the tire pressures are operating electrical accessories when the engine is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Displayed when any of the electrical loads as possible. If the warning stays on or continues to Windshield...about adding engine oil. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Checking the tire pressure in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Indicates the brake fluid level is idling at normal speeds, have the system checked by your dealer. WARNING-TIRE VERY LOW (if equipped). Refer to ...
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... intended for cargo, not passengers. REAR LIFTGATE The liftgate area is over the pointed end of the accelerator or the brake pedal. Driver Controls • Door sensor • Washer fluid • Brake fluid • Compass • Outside temperature • Engine sensor Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur...
... intended for cargo, not passengers. REAR LIFTGATE The liftgate area is over the pointed end of the accelerator or the brake pedal. Driver Controls • Door sensor • Washer fluid • Brake fluid • Compass • Outside temperature • Engine sensor Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur...
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... will illuminate. Press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time. The interior lamps will go into R reverse or a forward gear and • the brake pedal is released. 88 This must be done within five seconds of completing step 2. This mode disables the keypad for two seconds. Each number must...
... will illuminate. Press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time. The interior lamps will go into R reverse or a forward gear and • the brake pedal is released. 88 This must be done within five seconds of completing step 2. This mode disables the keypad for two seconds. Each number must...
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...system has been successfully deactivated. SECURILOCKி PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. additional coded keys may cause a momentary issue if they are used . The dealer can program the... system. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are too close to prevent these systems may result in motion by releasing the brake pedal. The horn will chirp twice (one short and one long chirp) when the system has been successfully reactivated. While holding the...
...system has been successfully deactivated. SECURILOCKி PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. additional coded keys may cause a momentary issue if they are used . The dealer can program the... system. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are too close to prevent these systems may result in motion by releasing the brake pedal. The horn will chirp twice (one short and one long chirp) when the system has been successfully reactivated. While holding the...