Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...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 authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 1 Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or...
...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 authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 1 Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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All occupants must wear the safety belts and children/infants must also learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of a Ford-built vehicle. Most importantly, you'll be able to travel unlike what you get to know and understand your vehicle. Take... Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of accident and serious injury. Your vehicle, particularly when loaded, will handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving!
All occupants must wear the safety belts and children/infants must also learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of a Ford-built vehicle. Most importantly, you'll be able to travel unlike what you get to know and understand your vehicle. Take... Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of accident and serious injury. Your vehicle, particularly when loaded, will handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving!
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...tires properly inflated; • Never overload your vehicle; 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. All occupants must wear safety belts... appropriate restraints to reduce the risk of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is properly restrained. Utility vehicles and trucks are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. and • Make sure every passenger is significantly more than low...
...tires properly inflated; • Never overload your vehicle; 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. All occupants must wear safety belts... appropriate restraints to reduce the risk of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is properly restrained. Utility vehicles and trucks are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. and • Make sure every passenger is significantly more than low...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...it the capability to allow it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - 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 center of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - ...other vehicles in off-road use. 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 -
...it the capability to allow it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - 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 center of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. • Shorter - ...other vehicles in off-road use. 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 -
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... and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. 6 Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as utility vehicles and...
... and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. 6 Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as utility vehicles and...
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... If you must haul cargo on the roof will not come loose and create the risk of injury in the cargo area of your vehicle. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. People who are much more likely to be properly...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...
... If you must haul cargo on the roof will not come loose and create the risk of injury in the cargo area of your vehicle. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. People who are much more likely to be properly...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.
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...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 authorization from Ford Motor Company. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information ...
...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 authorization from Ford Motor Company. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... your vehicle. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Take it slow and easy until you get to know and understand your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-...hauling or off-road operation. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for safe driving. Introduction Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of accident and serious injury. Driving at any time to change ...
... your vehicle. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Take it slow and easy until you get to know and understand your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-...hauling or off-road operation. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for safe driving. Introduction Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of accident and serious injury. Driving at any time to change ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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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 low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off -road. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than a person wearing a ... for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to die than other types of an accident or serious injury. 3 Utility vehicles and trucks are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions.
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 low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off -road. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than a person wearing a ... for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to die than other types of an accident or serious injury. 3 Utility vehicles and trucks are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions.
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... in off-road use. 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...inclines and drive over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. 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 center of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components....
... in off-road use. 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...inclines and drive over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. 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 center of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components....
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to the pavement which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle goes off -road conditions. Basic operating principles •...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 attempt a sudden return to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the road and slow down and avoid severe...
...Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to the pavement which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle goes off -road conditions. Basic operating principles •...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 attempt a sudden return to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the road and slow down and avoid severe...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... the roof rack area. If you must haul cargo on the roof will not come loose and create the risk of injury in a collision. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. Any load placed on the roof rack should be...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 roof rack area. If you must haul cargo on the roof will not come loose and create the risk of injury in a collision. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle. Any load placed on the roof rack should be...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...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to your truck camper loading label. Do not allow people 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 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 your truck camper loading label. Do not allow people 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 ride in a slide-in a collision. 18
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 General Maintenance Information ...4-6 Owner Checks and Services ...7 General Owner's Information Keep It Genuine Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Keep It Genuine ...8-11 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...14-28 Class A Motorhome, E-Series, Escape, Expedition, Explorer, F-150, F-250/350/450/550, Mariner, Mark LT, Mountaineer...
... Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 General Maintenance Information ...4-6 Owner Checks and Services ...7 General Owner's Information Keep It Genuine Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Keep It Genuine ...8-11 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...14-28 Class A Motorhome, E-Series, Escape, Expedition, Explorer, F-150, F-250/350/450/550, Mariner, Mark LT, Mountaineer...
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... 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 , ask your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under typical, everyday conditions? time and mileage ...interval or in dusty conditions Off-road operation Use of E85 fuel 50% of some exceptions to follow the ''Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs,'' or ''Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans.'' General Owner's Information Special Operating Conditions: If you feel...
... 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 , ask your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under typical, everyday conditions? time and mileage ...interval or in dusty conditions Off-road operation Use of E85 fuel 50% of some exceptions to follow the ''Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs,'' or ''Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans.'' General Owner's Information Special Operating Conditions: If you feel...
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...linkage if equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 14 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles Change engine ...for wear and rotate. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 5,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and ...
...linkage if equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 14 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles Change engine ...for wear and rotate. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. 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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...-brand tires and people who know your vehicle. 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 honor the tire manufacturer...
...-brand tires and people who know your vehicle. 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 honor the tire manufacturer...
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...linkage if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear....with the Torqshift transmission. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Inspect wheel ends for your dealer for endplay ...
...linkage if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear....with the Torqshift transmission. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Inspect wheel ends for your dealer for endplay ...
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...wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 17 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. lines & hoses, and parking brake... system. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 40,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and ...
...wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 17 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. lines & hoses, and parking brake... system. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 40,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and ...