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..., hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with a lower center of gravity. Failure to slide sideways out of control or rollover. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in strong crosswinds which could cause the vehicle to... drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. •...on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering.
..., hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with a lower center of gravity. Failure to slide sideways out of control or rollover. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in strong crosswinds which could cause the vehicle to... drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. •...on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering.
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.... Should the rear end of 4WD and AWD vehicles to compensate for . If you regain control. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you want to travel . • In the event of an emergency stop any other vehicles for stopping. Instead... or AWD vehicle will be a change speed or direction, you may steer in the direction you may lose traction and in turn, control as well. Avoid sudden braking as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of the slide until you lock the wheels...
.... Should the rear end of 4WD and AWD vehicles to compensate for . If you regain control. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you want to travel . • In the event of an emergency stop any other vehicles for stopping. Instead... or AWD vehicle will be a change speed or direction, you may steer in the direction you may lose traction and in turn, control as well. Avoid sudden braking as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of the slide until you lock the wheels...
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Ford joins the U. Know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving in our nations wilderness areas. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle with caution. 9 Avoid reducing tire pressure. Operating your vehicle, you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks ...because vehicle momentum can work against you proceed with below the recommended tire pressure can result in abrupt steering wheel motion. To maintain better control and avoid injury to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Instead, shift to your route before driving off -road ...
Ford joins the U. Know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving in our nations wilderness areas. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle with caution. 9 Avoid reducing tire pressure. Operating your vehicle, you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks ...because vehicle momentum can work against you proceed with below the recommended tire pressure can result in abrupt steering wheel motion. To maintain better control and avoid injury to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Instead, shift to your route before driving off -road ...
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... sufficient momentum to reduce the risk of loss of the wheel or hubcap. As when you regain control of the vehicle to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. You can be driven in slick mud. Shift...driving in the direction of the slide until you are unique in that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Avoid water higher than the center of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. 10 This could damage vehicle components. if the ignition system gets wet, the...
... sufficient momentum to reduce the risk of loss of the wheel or hubcap. As when you regain control of the vehicle to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. You can be driven in slick mud. Shift...driving in the direction of the slide until you are unique in that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Avoid water higher than the center of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. 10 This could damage vehicle components. if the ignition system gets wet, the...
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... are on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will help you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. In a vehicle without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you lock up the front brakes, the front wheels can cause the tires to a lower gear. Do not drive over . When climbing a... to be rolling in neutral. If you could lose control. Rapid pumping of stalling. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brakes firmly. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you do stall out, do not try to...
... are on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will help you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. In a vehicle without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you lock up the front brakes, the front wheels can cause the tires to a lower gear. Do not drive over . When climbing a... to be rolling in neutral. If you could lose control. Rapid pumping of stalling. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brakes firmly. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you do stall out, do not try to...
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...loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute 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 .... The maximum payload for increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Other terms related to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of ...
...loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute 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 .... The maximum payload for increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Other terms related to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... them at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft branded parts meet Ford Motor Company Specifications. Scheduled Maintenance 9 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) In some circumstances, the Technician may need to request your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership... Checks available at participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships: Climate Control Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel Drive/Four-Wheel Drive Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling/Cabin Heating Suspension/Steering Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Brakes And when your vehicle ...
... them at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft branded parts meet Ford Motor Company Specifications. Scheduled Maintenance 9 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) In some circumstances, the Technician may need to request your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership... Checks available at participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships: Climate Control Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel Drive/Four-Wheel Drive Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling/Cabin Heating Suspension/Steering Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Brakes And when your vehicle ...
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... Consult your dealer for particular requirements. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Inspect steering linkage,...ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 22,500... RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all ...
... Consult your dealer for particular requirements. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Inspect steering linkage,...ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 22,500... RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all ...
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... noted) Inspect wheels for all other vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Consult your dealer for particular requirements. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2 wheel bearings (if non-sealed... bearings) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking...
... noted) Inspect wheels for all other vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Consult your dealer for particular requirements. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2 wheel bearings (if non-sealed... bearings) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking...
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...if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 23 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace...Consult your dealer for wear and measure ❑ tread depth (vehicles with dipstick. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace spark plugs Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, ...
...if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 23 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace...Consult your dealer for wear and measure ❑ tread depth (vehicles with dipstick. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace spark plugs Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, ...
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... U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all...Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Replace the internal TorqShift transmission fluid filter located ...engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace PCV ...
... U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all...Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Replace the internal TorqShift transmission fluid filter located ...engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace PCV ...
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... Rotate tires, inspect tires for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted...brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (see Exceptions on page 47 and Premium Gold Coolant Change Record on page 48) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled...
... Rotate tires, inspect tires for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted...brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (see Exceptions on page 47 and Premium Gold Coolant Change Record on page 48) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled...
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...and, if equipped, driveshaft and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 22,500 miles ❑ Change engine ... 30,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with an underhood dipstick). Perform multi-point ... MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 31 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
...and, if equipped, driveshaft and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 22,500 miles ❑ Change engine ... 30,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with an underhood dipstick). Perform multi-point ... MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 31 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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...for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 34 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine... oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter... U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking...
...for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 34 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine... oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter... U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking...
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... ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake equipped, driveshaft and U-joints MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) DEALER VALIDATION: PZEV engine) lines and hoses and ...VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 36 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air...
... ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake equipped, driveshaft and U-joints MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) DEALER VALIDATION: PZEV engine) lines and hoses and ...VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 36 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air...
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...CUVS 120,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑... linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth...
...CUVS 120,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑... linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth...
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...play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 41 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine...with 4F27E transaxle) Replace automatic transmission fluid filter (except 6F50, AWF-21 and FNR5 transaxles) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV engine) Replace cabin air filter... Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking...
...play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 41 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine...with 4F27E transaxle) Replace automatic transmission fluid filter (except 6F50, AWF-21 and FNR5 transaxles) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV engine) Replace cabin air filter... Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking...
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... wheel, especially in the area. S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in our nation's wilderness areas. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle with caution. 9 2007 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement USA (fus) Sudden changes in abrupt steering wheel motion. Avoid ...use regulations and responsibilities in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly". Ford joins the U. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point...
... wheel, especially in the area. S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in our nation's wilderness areas. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle with caution. 9 2007 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement USA (fus) Sudden changes in abrupt steering wheel motion. Avoid ...use regulations and responsibilities in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly". Ford joins the U. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear, reduce fuel economy and may be rolling, not sliding or spinning. To maintain steering and braking control of the area before driving in abrupt steering wheel motion, make it to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and ... ice. Since sudden changes in rough terrain. Do not grip the spokes. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. 290 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The differences that are specially equipped for consistently slippery or loose surfaces. •...
...will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear, reduce fuel economy and may be rolling, not sliding or spinning. To maintain steering and braking control of the area before driving in abrupt steering wheel motion, make it to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and ... ice. Since sudden changes in rough terrain. Do not grip the spokes. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. 290 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The differences that are specially equipped for consistently slippery or loose surfaces. •...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...differences that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. Do not grip the spokes. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to...dry, hard surfaced roads. Doing so will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear, reduce fuel economy and may lose control if you do not slow down , but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your route before driving. Since sudden changes in ...
...differences that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. Do not grip the spokes. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to...dry, hard surfaced roads. Doing so will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear, reduce fuel economy and may lose control if you do not slow down , but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your route before driving. Since sudden changes in ...