Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. Driving On Roadways Driving On Roadways DRIVING ON ROADWAYS Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles...
... avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. Driving On Roadways Driving On Roadways DRIVING ON ROADWAYS Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 15 See your tire gauge. 4. Make sure all -terrain) as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in the center of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in... speed rating because it can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Check the sidewalls to reach the Ford recommended air pressure. Note: If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized...
... vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 15 See your tire gauge. 4. Make sure all -terrain) as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in the center of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in... speed rating because it can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Check the sidewalls to reach the Ford recommended air pressure. Note: If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... either by payload capacity (how much space is space available. Other terms related to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR).
... either by payload capacity (how much space is space available. Other terms related to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR).
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... area, with the heaviest cargo on the roof rack's label. Loading cargo on the roof Cargo placed on the bottom and ahead of the rear axle. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. Cargo on the roof rack should be injured...
... area, with the heaviest cargo on the roof rack's label. Loading cargo on the roof Cargo placed on the bottom and ahead of the rear axle. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. Cargo on the roof rack should be injured...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... slide sideways out of control or rollover. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. You may lose control if you do not slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt...
... slide sideways out of control or rollover. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. You may lose control if you do not slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...tire and cause an air leak. 7. If you overfill the tire, release air by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Note: If you have questions regarding tire replacement,... see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Repeat this procedure for additional information. Add air ...
...tire and cause an air leak. 7. If you overfill the tire, release air by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Note: If you have questions regarding tire replacement,... see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Repeat this procedure for additional information. Add air ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to determine your vehicle can contribute to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR).
... NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to determine your vehicle can contribute to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR).
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included in corners and creating a greater possibility of the rear axle. People who are not riding in a collision. Cargo on the roof rack should be injured or killed in seats with the heaviest cargo on the...
... consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included in corners and creating a greater possibility of the rear axle. People who are not riding in a collision. Cargo on the roof rack should be injured or killed in seats with the heaviest cargo on the...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Determine which maintenance schedule to follow , ask your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineflmservice.com, then go to the service pick. It's important to follow the maintenance schedule ... drive your driving habits and the conditions under typical, everyday conditions? For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which you drive. time and mileage based interval • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last of some exceptions to all , if you're unsure about which maintenance schedule...
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Determine which maintenance schedule to follow , ask your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineflmservice.com, then go to the service pick. It's important to follow the maintenance schedule ... drive your driving habits and the conditions under typical, everyday conditions? For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which you drive. time and mileage based interval • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last of some exceptions to all , if you're unsure about which maintenance schedule...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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...: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 14 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering...
...: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 14 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering...
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... for ❑ optimal tire life. Change automatic transmission fluid on the vehicles equipped with dipstick. Replace engine air filter. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace...
... for ❑ optimal tire life. Change automatic transmission fluid on the vehicles equipped with dipstick. Replace engine air filter. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace...
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... Vans & SUVs Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect wheel ends for wear. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 40,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and...
... Vans & SUVs Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect wheel ends for wear. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 40,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and...
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... with zerk fittings. Lubricate 4X2 front wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with dipstick. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Change automatic transmission fluid on all vehicles equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal...
... with zerk fittings. Lubricate 4X2 front wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with dipstick. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Change automatic transmission fluid on all vehicles equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal...
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... hoses. Rotation recommended for wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 20 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule...
... hoses. Rotation recommended for wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 20 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule...
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..., if equipped with the Torqshift and 4R100 transmissions. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on vehicles equipped with dipstick. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs...
..., if equipped with the Torqshift and 4R100 transmissions. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on vehicles equipped with dipstick. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs...
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...wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: ... endplay and noise. Inspect wheel ends for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (F450/550 and E ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under ...
...wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: ... endplay and noise. Inspect wheel ends for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (F450/550 and E ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under ...
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... and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Consult your dealer for endplay and noise. Change manual transmission fluid. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (Excursion). Replace fuel filter (see page 47...
... and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Consult your dealer for endplay and noise. Change manual transmission fluid. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (Excursion). Replace fuel filter (see page 47...
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.... ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 130,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace...
.... ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 130,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace...
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... engine air filter. Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Change front axle lubricant (4X4 only). Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and...
... engine air filter. Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Change front axle lubricant (4X4 only). Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and...
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Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see below). and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (...
Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see below). and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (...