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... change 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 ...
... change 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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Introduction Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of injury or ejection. Your vehicle, particularly when loaded, will handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. Study this supplement and... provided herein, including specifications, design or testing procedures without incurring obligation. 2 Your new vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of a Ford-built vehicle. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of Sport Utility Vehicles...
Introduction Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of injury or ejection. Your vehicle, particularly when loaded, will handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. Study this supplement and... provided herein, including specifications, design or testing procedures without incurring obligation. 2 Your new vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of a Ford-built vehicle. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of Sport Utility Vehicles...
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...death from a rollover or other types of vehicles. 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 encountered on... streets, highways and off -road conditions. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to perform satisfactorily under off -road. ...
...death from a rollover or other types of vehicles. 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 encountered on... streets, highways and off -road conditions. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to perform satisfactorily under off -road. ...
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... travel over the crest 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 a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - to allow higher load... vehicles in a few noticeable ways. 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 - Vehicle Characteristics How your vehicle quicker to...
... travel over the crest 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 a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - to allow higher load... vehicles in a few noticeable ways. 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 - Vehicle Characteristics How your vehicle quicker to...
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... these vehicles. 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 low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as highway reflectors), and incur minor damage...as passenger cars any more than vehicles with Auto 4WD or AWD). Remember, your safety and the safety of gravity. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to stay on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with a lower center of others should be safer to perform satisfactorily...
... these vehicles. 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 low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as highway reflectors), and incur minor damage...as passenger cars any more than vehicles with Auto 4WD or AWD). Remember, your safety and the safety of gravity. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to stay on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with a lower center of others should be safer to perform satisfactorily...
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...of the vehicle, use extra caution when loading the vehicle and when driving. Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using your vehicle. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to lean 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 ...
...of the vehicle, use extra caution when loading the vehicle and when driving. Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using your vehicle. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to lean 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 ...
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Do not allow people to ride in a slide-in a collision. 18 People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to be injured or killed in camper. 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. For more likely to your truck camper loading label.
Do not allow people to ride in a slide-in a collision. 18 People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to be injured or killed in camper. 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. For more likely to your truck camper loading label.
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... in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 1 Ford may change 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...
... in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 1 Ford may change 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...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... of injury or ejection. This is because your vehicle through experience. Driving at any time to minimize the risk of a Ford-built vehicle. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to change information provided herein, including...Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to know and understand your vehicle. Most importantly, you'll be able to travel unlike what you get to Ford Motor Company's world of your vehicle has special design and equipment features for safe driving. All occupants must wear the safety belts...
... of injury or ejection. This is because your vehicle through experience. Driving at any time to minimize the risk of a Ford-built vehicle. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to change information provided herein, including...Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to know and understand your vehicle. Most importantly, you'll be able to travel unlike what you get to Ford Motor Company's world of your vehicle has special design and equipment features for safe driving. All occupants must wear the safety belts...
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...for cornering at safe speeds for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload your vehicle; Utility vehicles and trucks are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. All occupants must wear safety belts and children/infants must : • ...Make sure every passenger is significantly more likely to reduce the risk of vehicles. 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 a person wearing a seat belt.
...for cornering at safe speeds for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload your vehicle; Utility vehicles and trucks are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. All occupants must wear safety belts and children/infants must : • ...Make sure every passenger is significantly more likely to reduce the risk of vehicles. 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 a person wearing a seat belt.
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As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. All other vehicles in a few noticeable ways. to provide greater maneuverability ... up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - 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 - Your vehicle may make it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer...
As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. All other vehicles in a few noticeable ways. to provide greater maneuverability ... up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - 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 - Your vehicle may make it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... 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 with Auto 4WD or AWD). Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars...
... 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 with Auto 4WD or AWD). Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars...
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... caution when loading the vehicle and when driving. Do not allow people 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 camper cargo, and the weight of all the passengers and cargo in your vehicle. 17 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...
... caution when loading the vehicle and when driving. Do not allow people 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 camper cargo, and the weight of all the passengers and cargo in your vehicle. 17 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...
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Do not allow people to ride in a slide-in a collision. 18 People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to be injured or killed in camper. 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. For more likely to your truck camper loading label.
Do not allow people to ride in a slide-in a collision. 18 People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to be injured or killed in camper. 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. For more likely to your truck camper loading label.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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FIND YOUR WAY Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 General Maintenance Information ...4-5 Owner Checks and Services ...6 General Owner's Information Keep It Genuine Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Keep It Genuine ...7-11 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...14-28 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ...29-41 Special Operating Conditions ...42-45 Exceptions ...46-47 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant Change Record ...48 Scheduled Maintenance 3
FIND YOUR WAY Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 General Maintenance Information ...4-5 Owner Checks and Services ...6 General Owner's Information Keep It Genuine Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Keep It Genuine ...7-11 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...14-28 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ...29-41 Special Operating Conditions ...42-45 Exceptions ...46-47 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant Change Record ...48 Scheduled Maintenance 3
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...Determining which maintenance schedule to follow the ''Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs,'' or ''Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans.'' General Owner's Information Special Operating Conditions: If you feel you may not operate your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, ... oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant - Scheduled Maintenance 5 General Owner 's Information For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which maintenance schedule to follow . Exceptions There are some maintenance operations. It's important to...
...Determining which maintenance schedule to follow the ''Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs,'' or ''Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans.'' General Owner's Information Special Operating Conditions: If you feel you may not operate your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, ... oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant - Scheduled Maintenance 5 General Owner 's Information For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which maintenance schedule to follow . Exceptions There are some maintenance operations. It's important to...
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...wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect tires for wear. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk ... with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 14 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 5,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear...
...wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect tires for wear. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk ... with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 14 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 5,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear...
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NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 20,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear. And if your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for wear. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER ... Vans & SUVs Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Tires When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership sells the name-brand tire, they can also...
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 20,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear. And if your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for wear. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER ... Vans & SUVs Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Tires When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership sells the name-brand tire, they can also...
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... 4R100 transmissions. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Consult your particular requirements. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect wheel ends for your dealer for endplay and noise. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension... tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Replace engine...
... 4R100 transmissions. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Consult your particular requirements. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect wheel ends for your dealer for endplay and noise. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension... tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Replace engine...
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... (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. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission... fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion).
... (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. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission... fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion).
