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... of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. The maximum payload for statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to the vehicle. Look ..., may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly can contribute to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage.
... of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. The maximum payload for statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to the vehicle. Look ..., may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly can contribute to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage.
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Effects of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle Improper weight...stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle can ...
... WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Effects of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle Improper weight...stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle can ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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... great way to repairs like brake service, check out the value your service and maintenance visits. How's that for all your vehicle's needs. Ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership carry a nationwide, 12 months, 12,000 mile parts and labor limited warranty. Maintenance parts installed at ...your dealer about the training and certification their technicians have received. With factory-trained technicians, and one-stop service from your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers can give you 'll find...
... great way to repairs like brake service, check out the value your service and maintenance visits. How's that for all your vehicle's needs. Ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership carry a nationwide, 12 months, 12,000 mile parts and labor limited warranty. Maintenance parts installed at ...your dealer about the training and certification their technicians have received. With factory-trained technicians, and one-stop service from your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers can give you 'll find...
Warranty Guide 7th Printing
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... and tire • tire rotation balancing • cleaning/polishing • Brake pad/lining 8 and (2) the replacement of parts due to maintain the vehicle; Damage Caused by Alteration or Modification The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover any damage caused by: • alterations or modifications... including the body, chassis, or components, after the vehicle leaves the control of Ford Motor Company, if the installed part fails or causes a Ford part to fail. Maintenance/Wear The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover: (1) parts and labor needed to normal wear and tear....
... and tire • tire rotation balancing • cleaning/polishing • Brake pad/lining 8 and (2) the replacement of parts due to maintain the vehicle; Damage Caused by Alteration or Modification The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover any damage caused by: • alterations or modifications... including the body, chassis, or components, after the vehicle leaves the control of Ford Motor Company, if the installed part fails or causes a Ford part to fail. Maintenance/Wear The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover: (1) parts and labor needed to normal wear and tear....
Warranty Guide 7th Printing
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... (as when stuck in sermiles, whichever occurs first vice, regardless of time with the result that are not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Prep Package, see important information about authorized Excursion modification on the New Style F-150 Truck. Other Items or Conditions Not...floodЉ, ЉjunkЉ, ЉrebuiltЉ, ЉreconstructedЉ, or ЉsalvagedЉ; However, limited coverage for an extended period of miles driven • Brake pad/lining replacements • wheel alignments and tire balare not covered beyond 12 months in snow or mud), improper...
... (as when stuck in sermiles, whichever occurs first vice, regardless of time with the result that are not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Prep Package, see important information about authorized Excursion modification on the New Style F-150 Truck. Other Items or Conditions Not...floodЉ, ЉjunkЉ, ЉrebuiltЉ, ЉreconstructedЉ, or ЉsalvagedЉ; However, limited coverage for an extended period of miles driven • Brake pad/lining replacements • wheel alignments and tire balare not covered beyond 12 months in snow or mud), improper...
Warranty Guide 7th Printing
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... wheel base, or has a GVWR of over 11,000 pounds, then the New Vehicle Limited warranty is voided and any Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP) contract is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Prep Package by contacting the ambulance manufacturer of fuel expulsion and fires. Important information about... applicable Emissions Warranty may also be voided, and the vehicle modifier may be used. 2004-model year and later Excursions must have the brake hydro-boost and tire upgrade. In addition, the conversion fully loaded must have the 800A Limousine Package Option. In addition, the Excursion...
... wheel base, or has a GVWR of over 11,000 pounds, then the New Vehicle Limited warranty is voided and any Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP) contract is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Prep Package by contacting the ambulance manufacturer of fuel expulsion and fires. Important information about... applicable Emissions Warranty may also be voided, and the vehicle modifier may be used. 2004-model year and later Excursions must have the brake hydro-boost and tire upgrade. In addition, the conversion fully loaded must have the 800A Limousine Package Option. In addition, the Excursion...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to follow the specific warnings... may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of collecting and storing diagnostic information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in...buckled; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; 6 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The modules may assist in the Seating ...
Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to follow the specific warnings... may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of collecting and storing diagnostic information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in...buckled; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; 6 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The modules may assist in the Seating ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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Exceeding the Safety Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, ...exceed the GVWR of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - The GVW must never exceed the GCWR. 176 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label ...must never exceed the GVWR. that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle's braking system is the maximum allowable weight of the towing vehicle. Tires, Wheels and Loading GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight...
Exceeding the Safety Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, ...exceed the GVWR of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - The GVW must never exceed the GCWR. 176 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label ...must never exceed the GVWR. that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle's braking system is the maximum allowable weight of the towing vehicle. Tires, Wheels and Loading GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... of gravity of this Owner's Guide. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle's engine, transaxle, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle may handle differently than most passenger cars.... Refer to Preparing to tow in the scheduled maintenance guide. 179 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Refer to Driving while you tow in the ...ensure safe towing procedure: • Stay within your vehicle's load limits. • Thoroughly prepare your vehicle can tow.
... of gravity of this Owner's Guide. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle's engine, transaxle, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle may handle differently than most passenger cars.... Refer to Preparing to tow in the scheduled maintenance guide. 179 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Refer to Driving while you tow in the ...ensure safe towing procedure: • Stay within your vehicle's load limits. • Thoroughly prepare your vehicle can tow.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... weight(s) as specified above. Maximum trailer weights shown. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 181 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
... weight(s) as specified above. Maximum trailer weights shown. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 181 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... may damage the transmission. Drying can lose traction in water, their fluids should be limited. If the front or rear axle is an educational program designed to increase public awareness... of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you should always try the brakes. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Even 4WD vehicles can be checked and changed, if ...mud, clean off residue stuck to travel diagonally up 205 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Driving on the brake pedal. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts ...
... may damage the transmission. Drying can lose traction in water, their fluids should be limited. If the front or rear axle is an educational program designed to increase public awareness... of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you should always try the brakes. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Even 4WD vehicles can be checked and changed, if ...mud, clean off residue stuck to travel diagonally up 205 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Driving on the brake pedal. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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...the fluid. 210 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Traction or brake capability may be limited and your vehicle may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the... vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. Have the fluid checked ...
...the fluid. 210 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Traction or brake capability may be limited and your vehicle may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the... vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. Have the fluid checked ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... will still operate. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of completely shutting down , causing steering and braking effort to increase. When this is capable of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as safely possible... taken to a service facility. 3. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will move to the red (hot) area. Each disabled cylinder acts as possible. 259 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Once the engine temperature cools...
... will still operate. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of completely shutting down , causing steering and braking effort to increase. When this is capable of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as safely possible... taken to a service facility. 3. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will move to the red (hot) area. Each disabled cylinder acts as possible. 259 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Once the engine temperature cools...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to follow the specific warnings and instructions...Guide. Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. are capable of such an...seatbelts were buckled; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; 6 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) In addition, your vehicle - The recorded information ...
Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to follow the specific warnings and instructions...Guide. Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. are capable of such an...seatbelts were buckled; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; 6 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) In addition, your vehicle - The recorded information ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... exceed the GCWR. Exceeding the Safety Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and... handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle's braking system is rated for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR.) Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and ... weight of the fully loaded trailer. that the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with only 177 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading GVWR (Gross Vehicle ...
... exceed the GCWR. Exceeding the Safety Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and... handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle's braking system is rated for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR.) Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and ... weight of the fully loaded trailer. that the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with only 177 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading GVWR (Gross Vehicle ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...of gravity of the vehicle. Weigh your vehicle's engine, transaxle, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. To obtain correct weights, take your vehicle to ... tow a trailer. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the scheduled maintenance guide. 180 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to drive your vehicle section in... cars. For your safety and to ensure safe towing procedure: • Stay within your vehicle's load limits. • Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for trucks. 3. Follow these guidelines to maximize vehicle performance, be...
...of gravity of the vehicle. Weigh your vehicle's engine, transaxle, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. To obtain correct weights, take your vehicle to ... tow a trailer. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the scheduled maintenance guide. 180 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to drive your vehicle section in... cars. For your safety and to ensure safe towing procedure: • Stay within your vehicle's load limits. • Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for trucks. 3. Follow these guidelines to maximize vehicle performance, be...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... weight of (kg) (kg) trailer - Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Tires, Wheels and Loading 4x4 GCWR (Gross...Trailer Weight Maximum GCWR - The Escape vehicle electrical system is capable of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 182 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-...Escape is not equipped to Vehicle loading in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s) as specified above. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit...
... weight of (kg) (kg) trailer - Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Tires, Wheels and Loading 4x4 GCWR (Gross...Trailer Weight Maximum GCWR - The Escape vehicle electrical system is capable of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 182 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-...Escape is not equipped to Vehicle loading in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s) as specified above. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...responsibilities in encouraging you to travel diagonally up 206 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in mud. Excess mud stuck on the brake pedal. Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural... if you are driving in water, their fluids should be limited. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Traction or brake capability may damage the transmission. Once through water, determine the depth; Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. If the ignition system gets wet...
...responsibilities in encouraging you to travel diagonally up 206 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in mud. Excess mud stuck on the brake pedal. Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural... if you are driving in water, their fluids should be limited. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Traction or brake capability may damage the transmission. Once through water, determine the depth; Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. If the ignition system gets wet...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Traction or brake capability may be limited and your vehicle may allow water into the transaxle and cause internal damage. Have the fluid checked and, if water is found, replace the fluid. 211 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
... your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Traction or brake capability may be limited and your vehicle may allow water into the transaxle and cause internal damage. Have the fluid checked and, if water is found, replace the fluid. 211 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
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.... 258 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When this is capable of engine damage. The vehicle will not be disabled. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as an air pump and cools the engine. However: • The engine power will be limited. •...coolant level and replenish if low. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of completely shutting down , causing steering and braking effort to increase. indicator light will move to the red (hot) area. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be taken to...
.... 258 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When this is capable of engine damage. The vehicle will not be disabled. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as an air pump and cools the engine. However: • The engine power will be limited. •...coolant level and replenish if low. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of completely shutting down , causing steering and braking effort to increase. indicator light will move to the red (hot) area. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be taken to...