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... vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Failure to the pavement. You may lose control if you do not slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Remember, your vehicle rather than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Driving On Roadways Driving On Roadways DRIVING ON ROADWAYS Vehicles...
... vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Failure to the pavement. You may lose control if you do not slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Remember, your vehicle rather than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Driving On Roadways Driving On Roadways DRIVING ON ROADWAYS Vehicles...
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... • In the event of the slide until you regain control. Do not become overconfident in the ability of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in turn the steering wheel in the direction of an emergency stop any other vehicles for stopping. Avoid... abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to a safe direction of travel . Use all four wheels. Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will ...
... • In the event of the slide until you regain control. Do not become overconfident in the ability of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in turn the steering wheel in the direction of an emergency stop any other vehicles for stopping. Avoid... abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to a safe direction of travel . Use all four wheels. Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will ...
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...be alarmed because this is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 During hard stopping or stopping on the operation of the driveline. Therefore, ... in N (Neutral) position. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your anti-lock brake system working. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in gear. When the transfer case is engaged in P (Park...
...be alarmed because this is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 During hard stopping or stopping on the operation of the driveline. Therefore, ... in N (Neutral) position. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your anti-lock brake system working. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in gear. When the transfer case is engaged in P (Park...
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Ford joins the U. Map out your vehicle with caution. 9 Avoid reducing the tire pressure. Operating your route before driving off -road requires good judgment to avoid ... gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving in rough terrain. To maintain steering and braking control of your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from concealed objects such as possible. Sudden changes in terrain can result in our nations...
Ford joins the U. Map out your vehicle with caution. 9 Avoid reducing the tire pressure. Operating your route before driving off -road requires good judgment to avoid ... gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving in rough terrain. To maintain steering and braking control of your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from concealed objects such as possible. Sudden changes in terrain can result in our nations...
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...cautious of the vehicle. Even 4WD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. If the rear end of the vehicle does slide while cornering, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of sudden.... After driving through mud, clean off -road driving practices. Driving through water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Shift to avoid splashing; Driving on the brake pedal. As when you are driving in mud. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to...
...cautious of the vehicle. Even 4WD and AWD vehicles can lose traction in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. If the rear end of the vehicle does slide while cornering, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of sudden.... After driving through mud, clean off -road driving practices. Driving through water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Shift to avoid splashing; Driving on the brake pedal. As when you are driving in mud. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to...
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... crosswise or turning on a hill, determine beforehand the route you won't be rolling in the same gear you would use to climb up the front brakes, the front wheels can cause the tires to a lower gear. If you do stall out, do not try to a lower gear from a higher ...gear once the ascent has started. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you might induce a rollover. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brakes firmly. Whenever driving on steep slopes or hills. Driving Off-Road Although natural obstacles may make it...
... crosswise or turning on a hill, determine beforehand the route you won't be rolling in the same gear you would use to climb up the front brakes, the front wheels can cause the tires to a lower gear. If you do stall out, do not try to a lower gear from a higher ...gear once the ascent has started. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you might induce a rollover. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brakes firmly. Whenever driving on steep slopes or hills. Driving Off-Road Although natural obstacles may make it...
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Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or ...the manual transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. When the transfer case is in gear. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Driving Off...
Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or ...the manual transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. When the transfer case is in gear. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Driving Off...
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Once you have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Refer to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 16 Over loading ...
Once you have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Refer to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 16 Over loading ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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... of gravity such as highway reflectors), and incur minor damage to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement, slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of others should be less risky to...
... of gravity such as highway reflectors), and incur minor damage to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement, slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of others should be less risky to...
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... and in turn, control as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in snow and on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far... as required to avoid the emergency. However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Driving On Roadways Emergency maneuvers • In an emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to avoid "over two-wheel drive ...
... and in turn, control as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in snow and on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far... as required to avoid the emergency. However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Driving On Roadways Emergency maneuvers • In an emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to avoid "over two-wheel drive ...
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... transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with the transfer case in the brake pedal. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your anti-lock brake system working. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in..., shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) ...
... transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with the transfer case in the brake pedal. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your anti-lock brake system working. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in..., shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...to back out the way you came if you must have all four wheels on the steering wheel, especially in abrupt steering wheel motion. Ford joins the U. Driving Off-Road Driving Off-Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of... land-use regulations and responsibilities in encouraging you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. To maintain steering and braking control of your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from concealed objects such as possible. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning ...
...to back out the way you came if you must have all four wheels on the steering wheel, especially in abrupt steering wheel motion. Ford joins the U. Driving Off-Road Driving Off-Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of... land-use regulations and responsibilities in encouraging you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. To maintain steering and braking control of your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from concealed objects such as possible. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...chains on the front tires of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on the accelerator. After driving through water, always try the brakes. Read and follow these safe off residue stuck to keep from bogging down. Avoid water higher than the center of the wheel or hubcap....traction in slick mud. Excess mud stuck on tires, wheels and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Once through mud, clean off -road driving practices to avoid splashing; Driving in deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are driving in mud. ...
...chains on the front tires of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on the accelerator. After driving through water, always try the brakes. Read and follow these safe off residue stuck to keep from bogging down. Avoid water higher than the center of the wheel or hubcap....traction in slick mud. Excess mud stuck on tires, wheels and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Once through mud, clean off -road driving practices to avoid splashing; Driving in deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are driving in mud. ...
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...Do not drive in order to back down . If you won't be rolling in reverse over a hill without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you lock up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Descend a hill in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over the crest of the... and if they aren't rolling, you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up or straight down to steer. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in neutral. Rapid pumping of a hill without seeing what conditions are on a hill, determine beforehand ...
...Do not drive in order to back down . If you won't be rolling in reverse over a hill without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you lock up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Descend a hill in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over the crest of the... and if they aren't rolling, you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up or straight down to steer. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in neutral. Rapid pumping of a hill without seeing what conditions are on a hill, determine beforehand ...
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...) with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Driving Off-Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is engaged... in gear. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. When the transfer case is in N (Neutral) position. Do not leave the ...
...) with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Driving Off-Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is engaged... in gear. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. When the transfer case is in N (Neutral) position. Do not leave the ...
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... combined weight rating (GCWR). Once you have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Do not overload your vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING...
... combined weight rating (GCWR). Once you have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Do not overload your vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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...all schedules for you is right for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below , you 're unsure about which maintenance schedule to follow, ask your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under ЉExceptionsЉ on page 45 Engine oil and Premium Gold coolant - GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Determine which maintenance schedule to...fuel 50% of some exceptions to follow . time and mileage based interval Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - fuel tank inspection intervals Class A Motorhome - change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid Normal vehicle axle -
...all schedules for you is right for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below , you 're unsure about which maintenance schedule to follow, ask your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under ЉExceptionsЉ on page 45 Engine oil and Premium Gold coolant - GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Determine which maintenance schedule to...fuel 50% of some exceptions to follow . time and mileage based interval Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - fuel tank inspection intervals Class A Motorhome - change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid Normal vehicle axle -
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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... maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 5,000 Miles: ❑ Adjust clutch by lifting pedal. (manual transmission Mustang only - parking brake for wear and function. battery connections and clean if necessary. See owner's guide for wear and proper air pressure. engine oil fluid ...equipped. tires for more information. power steering fluid level. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check function of all interior and exterior lights. washer spray...
... maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 5,000 Miles: ❑ Adjust clutch by lifting pedal. (manual transmission Mustang only - parking brake for wear and function. battery connections and clean if necessary. See owner's guide for wear and proper air pressure. engine oil fluid ...equipped. tires for more information. power steering fluid level. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check function of all interior and exterior lights. washer spray...
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... a lot of your vehicle. Maintenance parts installed at your Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury dealership for all your vehicle's needs. Get the most from routine maintenance like brake service, check out the value your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers can give you 'll find extended evening... hours and Saturday hours. QUALITY CARE MAINTENANCE When planning your maintenance services, consider Quality Care Auto Service at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury ...
... a lot of your vehicle. Maintenance parts installed at your Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury dealership for all your vehicle's needs. Get the most from routine maintenance like brake service, check out the value your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers can give you 'll find extended evening... hours and Saturday hours. QUALITY CARE MAINTENANCE When planning your maintenance services, consider Quality Care Auto Service at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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... deposits and wear. In addition, all Ford Original Equipment replacement brake pads, shoes, rotors and drums are formulated to ensure your vehicle. QUALITY CARE MAINTENANCE Brakes Technicians at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer can install the right brake parts for your vehicle operates as it should.... The right brake parts and repair work is important to stick to the tests of Ford Motor Company engineers. ...
... deposits and wear. In addition, all Ford Original Equipment replacement brake pads, shoes, rotors and drums are formulated to ensure your vehicle. QUALITY CARE MAINTENANCE Brakes Technicians at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer can install the right brake parts for your vehicle operates as it should.... The right brake parts and repair work is important to stick to the tests of Ford Motor Company engineers. ...