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... the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires Tire Replacement Requirements Loading Your Vehicle Trailer Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 ...
... the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires Tire Replacement Requirements Loading Your Vehicle Trailer Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 ...
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...or off-road operation. Your new vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Driving at any time to Ford Motor Company's world of travel with a conventional car. Your vehicle, particularly when loaded, will handle differently than an ordinary ...vehicle. Take it slow and easy until you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of your vehicle through experience. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for safe driving. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding...
...or off-road operation. Your new vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Driving at any time to Ford Motor Company's world of travel with a conventional car. Your vehicle, particularly when loaded, will handle differently than an ordinary ...vehicle. Take it slow and easy until you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of your vehicle through experience. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for safe driving. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding...
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Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of vehicles. and • Make sure every ... death from a rollover or other types of an accident or serious injury. 3 Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are designed to perform satisfactorily under...
Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of vehicles. and • Make sure every ... death from a rollover or other types of an accident or serious injury. 3 Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are designed to perform satisfactorily under...
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...than an ordinary passenger car. 5 These differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may be: • Higher - As a result of the above dimensional differences, ...SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - All other vehicles in a few...
...than an ordinary passenger car. 5 These differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may be: • Higher - As a result of the above dimensional differences, ...SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - All other vehicles in a few...
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... gravity such as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which can affect the normal steering characteristics of gravity. Failure to drive cautiously could cause the... may lose control if you do not slow down or if you have the space, it may damage the drivelines and axles. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to your vehicle rather than vehicles with Auto 4WD or AWD).
... gravity such as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which can affect the normal steering characteristics of gravity. Failure to drive cautiously could cause the... may lose control if you do not slow down or if you have the space, it may damage the drivelines and axles. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to your vehicle rather than vehicles with Auto 4WD or AWD).
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... the cargo area so that they will tend to make sure it to lean more in corners and creating a greater possibility of vehicle rollover. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. Do not allow people to ride in the cargo...vehicle to haul cargo, make your vehicle more top heavy, causing it is used to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included in the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of...
... the cargo area so that they will tend to make sure it to lean more in corners and creating a greater possibility of vehicle rollover. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. Do not allow people to ride in the cargo...vehicle to haul cargo, make your vehicle more top heavy, causing it is used to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included in the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of...
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Do not allow people to your truck camper loading label. For more likely to be injured or killed in camper. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to ride in a slide-in a collision. 18 Loading Your Vehicle The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the trucks's recommended center of gravity zone when installed.
Do not allow people to your truck camper loading label. For more likely to be injured or killed in camper. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to ride in a slide-in a collision. 18 Loading Your Vehicle The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the trucks's recommended center of gravity zone when installed.
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... of contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires Tire Replacement Requirements Loading Your Vehicle Trailer Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 16 19 20 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written...
... of contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires Tire Replacement Requirements Loading Your Vehicle Trailer Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 16 19 20 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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... unlike what you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! You must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of your vehicle has special design and equipment features ...information provided herein, including specifications, design or testing procedures without incurring obligation. 2 Introduction Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of a Ford-built vehicle. Study this supplement and the "Owner's Guide" for specific information about equipment features and instructions ...
... unlike what you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! You must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of your vehicle has special design and equipment features ...information provided herein, including specifications, design or testing procedures without incurring obligation. 2 Introduction Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of a Ford-built vehicle. Study this supplement and the "Owner's Guide" for specific information about equipment features and instructions ...
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... passenger is significantly more than low-slung sports cars are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is... types of an accident or serious injury. 3 Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are designed to...
... passenger is significantly more than low-slung sports cars are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is... types of an accident or serious injury. 3 Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are designed to...
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... maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in center of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. Vehicle Characteristics How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and...
... maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in center of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. Vehicle Characteristics How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and...
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Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement, slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. This may be ... the pavement • If your vehicle rather than low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with Auto 4WD or AWD). If your vehicle goes off the edge of others should be less risky to strike small...
Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement, slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. This may be ... the pavement • If your vehicle rather than low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with Auto 4WD or AWD). If your vehicle goes off the edge of others should be less risky to strike small...
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...items in the cargo area so that they will tend to make sure it to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included in the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of... roof Cargo placed on the bottom, near the front of the roof rack area. If you must haul cargo on the roof rack's label. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using...
...items in the cargo area so that they will tend to make sure it to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included in the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of... roof Cargo placed on the bottom, near the front of the roof rack area. If you must haul cargo on the roof rack's label. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using...
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Do not allow people to your truck camper loading label. For more likely to be injured or killed in camper. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to ride in a slide-in a collision. 18 Loading Your Vehicle The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the trucks's recommended center of gravity zone when installed.
Do not allow people to your truck camper loading label. For more likely to be injured or killed in camper. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to ride in a slide-in a collision. 18 Loading Your Vehicle The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the trucks's recommended center of gravity zone when installed.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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FIND YOUR WAY Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 General Maintenance Information ...5-6 Owner Checks and Services ...7 General Owner's Information Quality Care Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Quality Care Maintenance ...8-12 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...15-29 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ...30-42 Special Operating Conditions ...43-44 Exceptions ...45-46 Premium Gold Coolant Change Record ...47 Scheduled Maintenance 3
FIND YOUR WAY Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 General Maintenance Information ...5-6 Owner Checks and Services ...7 General Owner's Information Quality Care Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Quality Care Maintenance ...8-12 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...15-29 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ...30-42 Special Operating Conditions ...43-44 Exceptions ...45-46 Premium Gold Coolant Change Record ...47 Scheduled Maintenance 3
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... for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below. Towing or carrying heavy loads Extensive idling and/or driving at www.ford.com, then go to the service pick. 6 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner 's Information You will need to increase the frequency... Determine which maintenance schedule is right for you is divided into two basic maintenance schedules: the ''Normal Schedule'' (further segmented into ''Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs'' and ''Cars & Minivans'') and ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule to follow. fuel tank inspection...
... for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below. Towing or carrying heavy loads Extensive idling and/or driving at www.ford.com, then go to the service pick. 6 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner 's Information You will need to increase the frequency... Determine which maintenance schedule is right for you is divided into two basic maintenance schedules: the ''Normal Schedule'' (further segmented into ''Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs'' and ''Cars & Minivans'') and ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule to follow. fuel tank inspection...
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... equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 15 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half ..., driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect wheel ends for wear. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 5,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and...
... equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 15 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half ..., driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect wheel ends for wear. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 5,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and...
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... filter bowl and replace filter (natural gas). And if you Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealership sells the name-brand tire, they can also honor the tire manufacturer's warranty. 16 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#:... DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Tires When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealerhsip for ❑ ❑ DEALER...
... filter bowl and replace filter (natural gas). And if you Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealership sells the name-brand tire, they can also honor the tire manufacturer's warranty. 16 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#:... DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Tires When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealerhsip for ❑ ❑ DEALER...
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...seat filters (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator) if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs MILEAGE: 35,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑... equipped with 4R100. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 17 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Replace fuel filter ...
...seat filters (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator) if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs MILEAGE: 35,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑... equipped with 4R100. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 17 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Replace fuel filter ...
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... cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 18 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 45,000 miles ❑ Change engine... oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 40,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate....
... cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 18 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 45,000 miles ❑ Change engine... oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 40,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate....
