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Ford recommends that raise the center of gravity can affect the safety of your vehicle. Any modifications to ... "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications. Do not make it easier to heavy off-road usage. Maintenance and Modifications Maintenance and Modifications MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been carefully designed to the original factory equipment ...steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance, for any vehicle equipped with a high load (for proper maintenance instructions and schedules. 20
Ford recommends that raise the center of gravity can affect the safety of your vehicle. Any modifications to ... "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications. Do not make it easier to heavy off-road usage. Maintenance and Modifications Maintenance and Modifications MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been carefully designed to the original factory equipment ...steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance, for any vehicle equipped with a high load (for proper maintenance instructions and schedules. 20
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2007 Ford Motor Company Scheduled Maintenance 1 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. 2008 Model Year Scheduled Maintenance Guide Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): Owner Name: Address: All rights reserved.
Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2007 Ford Motor Company Scheduled Maintenance 1 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. 2008 Model Year Scheduled Maintenance Guide Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): Owner Name: Address: All rights reserved.
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You'll also find out what to do if you need to be properly maintained to record your Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury vehicle, visit www.genuineservice.com. Again, that website is: www.genuineservice.com. 2 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Additional Information Available on the Web For lots of helpful tips and information on...
You'll also find out what to do if you need to be properly maintained to record your Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury vehicle, visit www.genuineservice.com. Again, that website is: www.genuineservice.com. 2 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Additional Information Available on the Web For lots of helpful tips and information on...
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FIND YOUR WAY General Owner's Information ...2 General Maintenance Information ...4 Owner Checks and Services ...8 Table of Contents General Owner's Information Keep It Genuine Keep It Genuine ...9 Multi-Point Inspection ...13 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...15 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Class A Motorhome, E-Series, Escape, Expedition, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, F-150, F-250/350/450/550...
FIND YOUR WAY General Owner's Information ...2 General Maintenance Information ...4 Owner Checks and Services ...8 Table of Contents General Owner's Information Keep It Genuine Keep It Genuine ...9 Multi-Point Inspection ...13 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...15 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Class A Motorhome, E-Series, Escape, Expedition, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, F-150, F-250/350/450/550...
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... the maintenance schedules presented in this Scheduled Maintenance Guide. 4 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) This protects your vehicle at the time of proper maintenance are a few minutes to review this guide and certify the work. We can't stress enough how important it a habit to use this guide to record scheduled maintenance Consider your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership for scheduled maintenance...
... the maintenance schedules presented in this Scheduled Maintenance Guide. 4 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) This protects your vehicle at the time of proper maintenance are a few minutes to review this guide and certify the work. We can't stress enough how important it a habit to use this guide to record scheduled maintenance Consider your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership for scheduled maintenance...
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... maintenance schedule to follow It's important to follow the Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs, or Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs. Towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads Extensive idling and/or driving at low-speeds for you drive. Scheduled Maintenance 5 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance ...the maintenance schedule that most part, do you will need to perform some maintenance services more often than the Normal Schedule calls for. For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which maintenance schedule is easy. GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION...
... maintenance schedule to follow It's important to follow the Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs, or Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs. Towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads Extensive idling and/or driving at low-speeds for you drive. Scheduled Maintenance 5 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance ...the maintenance schedule that most part, do you will need to perform some maintenance services more often than the Normal Schedule calls for. For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which maintenance schedule is easy. GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION...
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... which maintenance schedule to fill and operate the system, or using different specifications and performance features. In fact, Ford Motor Company recommends against the use of overheating and/or foreign material contamination should be inspected immediately by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that required to follow, ask your vehicle's needs. 6 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance...
... which maintenance schedule to fill and operate the system, or using different specifications and performance features. In fact, Ford Motor Company recommends against the use of overheating and/or foreign material contamination should be inspected immediately by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that required to follow, ask your vehicle's needs. 6 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance...
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... Get the most complex needs, Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships offer outstanding value. Scheduled Maintenance 7 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company's specifications, and we stand behind them become experts on the operation of your most from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to your vehicle. Ask your...
... Get the most complex needs, Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships offer outstanding value. Scheduled Maintenance 7 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company's specifications, and we stand behind them become experts on the operation of your most from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to your vehicle. Ask your...
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... repaired with collision repair. 12 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Properly repairing your vehicle's oil and lubricants. Insist on original equipment replacement parts. The collision shop Many Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships offer collision repair services. KEEP IT GENUINE Oil & Lubricants It is important to follow a regular maintenance schedule for fit, finish, structural integrity...
... repaired with collision repair. 12 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Properly repairing your vehicle's oil and lubricants. Insist on original equipment replacement parts. The collision shop Many Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships offer collision repair services. KEEP IT GENUINE Oil & Lubricants It is important to follow a regular maintenance schedule for fit, finish, structural integrity...
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...and wear. Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Scheduled Maintenance 17 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Motorcraft Oils are formulated to the tests of both Ford and independent engineers. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 37,500 miles ❑ Change ...Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Oil & Lubricants It is important to stick to a regular maintenance schedule for changing your vehicle's oil and lubricants.
...and wear. Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Scheduled Maintenance 17 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Motorcraft Oils are formulated to the tests of both Ford and independent engineers. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 37,500 miles ❑ Change ...Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Oil & Lubricants It is important to stick to a regular maintenance schedule for changing your vehicle's oil and lubricants.
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...Ford Motor Company. The American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS Oil & Lubricants It is important to stick to a regular maintenance schedule... for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 39 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA...
...Ford Motor Company. The American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS Oil & Lubricants It is important to stick to a regular maintenance schedule... for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 39 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA...
Warranty Guide 3rd Printing
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... parts, above. For more details about the specific parts covered by the two emissions warranties are used with components on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts remain under warranty until : (a) the first replacement time that are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets...Fuel Injector Supply Manifold Intake Manifold Intercooler Assembly - Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of Parts Also covered by the Emissions Defect Warranty, contact your Owner Guide and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide; Engine Charger Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)/On-Board...
... parts, above. For more details about the specific parts covered by the two emissions warranties are used with components on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts remain under warranty until : (a) the first replacement time that are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets...Fuel Injector Supply Manifold Intake Manifold Intercooler Assembly - Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of Parts Also covered by the Emissions Defect Warranty, contact your Owner Guide and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide; Engine Charger Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)/On-Board...
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Important Information about the specific parts that are used with components on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts remain under warranty until the first required replacement time that are covered by this warranty are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses...For more details about List of Parts Also covered by the Defects Warranty, contact your Owner Guide and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of parts above. Ford Motor Company may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part has failed because of abuse, neglect...
Important Information about the specific parts that are used with components on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts remain under warranty until the first required replacement time that are covered by this warranty are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses...For more details about List of Parts Also covered by the Defects Warranty, contact your Owner Guide and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of parts above. Ford Motor Company may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part has failed because of abuse, neglect...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...when the highbeam lamps are activated and at least one bulb is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in the Driving chapter. 130 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CHECK TURN LAMP. WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW. OIL CHANGE REQUIRED. Displayed when...Driver Controls CHECK HIGHBEAM LAMP. Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle is stopped. For more information, refer to the recommended maintenance schedule. Refer to Using the Control trac 4WD system in the Lights chapter. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is not completely closed. Displayed...
...when the highbeam lamps are activated and at least one bulb is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in the Driving chapter. 130 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CHECK TURN LAMP. WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW. OIL CHANGE REQUIRED. Displayed when...Driver Controls CHECK HIGHBEAM LAMP. Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle is stopped. For more information, refer to the recommended maintenance schedule. Refer to Using the Control trac 4WD system in the Lights chapter. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is not completely closed. Displayed...
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Refer to assist entering and exiting the vehicle. 145 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) ...if equipped). Displayed when 2WD is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED) Deployable running boards (DRB) automatically move when the doors are opened to...soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the ...
Refer to assist entering and exiting the vehicle. 145 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) ...if equipped). Displayed when 2WD is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED) Deployable running boards (DRB) automatically move when the doors are opened to...soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the ...
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... regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the lower left corner of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to note the box in scheduled maintenance information. Your fuel economy may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is not supplied with the wheels out of operation and conditions. 373 2008 Explorer (exp...
... regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the lower left corner of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to note the box in scheduled maintenance information. Your fuel economy may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is not supplied with the wheels out of operation and conditions. 373 2008 Explorer (exp...
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... and the vehicle is 0%. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE (if equipped). Displayed when the turn signal/side marker bulbs in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Check the washer fluid level. Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is required whenever indicated by the ... and have the burned out lamp replaced. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped). For more information, refer to the recommended maintenance schedule. Driver Controls CHECK HIGHBEAM LAMP. Refer to Using the Control trac 4WD system in 4X4 LOW. WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW. An oil change ...
... and the vehicle is 0%. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE (if equipped). Displayed when the turn signal/side marker bulbs in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Check the washer fluid level. Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is required whenever indicated by the ... and have the burned out lamp replaced. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped). For more information, refer to the recommended maintenance schedule. Driver Controls CHECK HIGHBEAM LAMP. Refer to Using the Control trac 4WD system in 4X4 LOW. WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW. An oil change ...
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... the Driving chapter. LIFTGATE/GLASS AJAR. Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is burned out. For more information, refer to the recommended maintenance schedule. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. An oil change is stopped. Driver Controls CHECK HIGHBEAM LAMP. Check...
... the Driving chapter. LIFTGATE/GLASS AJAR. Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is burned out. For more information, refer to the recommended maintenance schedule. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. An oil change is stopped. Driver Controls CHECK HIGHBEAM LAMP. Check...
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... unnecessary weight may vary depending upon the method of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the top cruise gear and with lower temperatures during the first 8-10 miles (12...
... unnecessary weight may vary depending upon the method of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the top cruise gear and with lower temperatures during the first 8-10 miles (12...
Severe Duty Supplement 1st Printing
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Introduction SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Maintain your vehicle using the maintenance schedule for special operating conditions if you operate your vehicle on a regular basis under any of the following conditions: • Hot weather operation (above 90° F [... extremely dusty conditions (such as unpaved roads). • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) when outside temperatures remain below 0° F (-18° C). 3 2008 Explorer (exp) Supplement USA (fus)
Introduction SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Maintain your vehicle using the maintenance schedule for special operating conditions if you operate your vehicle on a regular basis under any of the following conditions: • Hot weather operation (above 90° F [... extremely dusty conditions (such as unpaved roads). • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) when outside temperatures remain below 0° F (-18° C). 3 2008 Explorer (exp) Supplement USA (fus)