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... 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 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 ...
... 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 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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...handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility 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 ... off-road operation. This is because your vehicle through experience. Driving at any time to minimize the risk of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Introduction Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of injury or ejection.
...handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. You must use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility 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 ... off-road operation. This is because your vehicle through experience. Driving at any time to minimize the risk of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Introduction Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of injury or ejection.
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...or other types 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. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that... reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. 3 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 other crash you must use appropriate restraints...
...or other types 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. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that... reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. 3 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 other crash you must use appropriate restraints...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to ... (except models equipped with a lower center of gravity. 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 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 are designed to ... (except models equipped with a lower center of gravity. 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 with Auto 4WD or AWD).
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... AWD vehicle may steer in poor road conditions. Do not become overconfident in the ability of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in the direction of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. Should the rear end of the vehicle start to compensate for stopping. In emergency...
... AWD vehicle may steer in poor road conditions. Do not become overconfident in the ability of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in the direction of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. Should the rear end of the vehicle start to compensate for stopping. In emergency...
Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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... cornering, rapid starts, sudden stops, frequent driving on roads which are loaded beyond this will depend upon the type and size of trailer and hitch utilized, but in tire destruction. Always look for bulges, cracks, cuts, penetrations and abnormal tire wear, particularly on the edges of the tire tread, which may...
... cornering, rapid starts, sudden stops, frequent driving on roads which are loaded beyond this will depend upon the type and size of trailer and hitch utilized, but in tire destruction. Always look for bulges, cracks, cuts, penetrations and abnormal tire wear, particularly on the edges of the tire tread, which may...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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.... Table of Contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inflating Your Tires Tire Care Tire Replacement Requirements Loading Your Vehicle Trailer Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 17 19 22 23 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and...
.... Table of Contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inflating Your Tires Tire Care Tire Replacement Requirements Loading Your Vehicle Trailer Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 17 19 22 23 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and...
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... the risk of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Your vehicle, particularly when loaded, will handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. Take it slow and easy until you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of a Ford-built vehicle. Most importantly...must wear the safety belts and children/infants must also learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of accident and serious injury. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to change information provided herein, ...
... the risk of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Your vehicle, particularly when loaded, will handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. Take it slow and easy until you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of a Ford-built vehicle. Most importantly...must wear the safety belts and children/infants must also learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of accident and serious injury. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to change information provided herein, ...
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Study your vehicle; To reduce the risk of serious injury or death from a rollover or other types of vehicles. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of injury... cars in the various driving conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. 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. All...
Study your vehicle; To reduce the risk of serious injury or death from a rollover or other types of vehicles. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of injury... cars in the various driving conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. 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. All...
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...the space, it may damage the drivelines and axles. 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). Basic operating principles • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which could ... severe brake application or aggressive steering. Failure to drive cautiously could cause the vehicle to the pavement. This may be your speed. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed...
...the space, it may damage the drivelines and axles. 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). Basic operating principles • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which could ... severe brake application or aggressive steering. Failure to drive cautiously could cause the vehicle to the pavement. This may be your speed. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed...
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... as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are called for. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may steer in the direction you lock the wheels, release the brake...
... as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are called for. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may steer in the direction you lock the wheels, release the brake...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Be sure to owners of your vehicle, please read Driving off the road. Before you drive your Diesel-powered light truck. As with truck and utility vehicles in the Driving chapter. Using your vehicle as an ambulance. Ford... strongly recommends that may be utilized as an ambulance If your vehicle with a snowplow, refer to operate this Owner's...
...2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Be sure to owners of your vehicle, please read Driving off the road. Before you drive your Diesel-powered light truck. As with truck and utility vehicles in the Driving chapter. Using your vehicle as an ambulance. Ford... strongly recommends that may be utilized as an ambulance If your vehicle with a snowplow, refer to operate this Owner's...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... alert you in a collision. Hard objects can be adjusted when parking lamps or headlamps are on, refer to Autolamp control in the Lights chapter. 120 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the RUN position, the... message center, located on in bright daytime ambient conditions, refer to Panel dimmer control in the Lights chapter. These include: • Utility compartment with a variety of console features.
... alert you in a collision. Hard objects can be adjusted when parking lamps or headlamps are on, refer to Autolamp control in the Lights chapter. 120 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the RUN position, the... message center, located on in bright daytime ambient conditions, refer to Panel dimmer control in the Lights chapter. These include: • Utility compartment with a variety of console features.
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 204 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than a person wearing a seat belt. VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and... crash, an unbelted person is properly restrained. To reduce the risk of vehicles. Tires, Wheels and Loading 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...
... than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 204 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than a person wearing a seat belt. VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and... crash, an unbelted person is properly restrained. To reduce the risk of vehicles. Tires, Wheels and Loading 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...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... inflation device, and ensure that all persons are clear of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewalls. For example, during any procedure involving tire inflation, the technician or individual must be performed by personnel trained, supervised and ... or wheels without first removing the tire from the wheel assembly for inspection. Do not attempt to add air to protect persons and property. 211 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies...
... inflation device, and ensure that all persons are clear of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewalls. For example, during any procedure involving tire inflation, the technician or individual must be performed by personnel trained, supervised and ... or wheels without first removing the tire from the wheel assembly for inspection. Do not attempt to add air to protect persons and property. 211 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...TRAILER TOWING Note: The trailer towing charts in the following text). This calculation will give you the maximum trailer weight possible for your vehicle. 242 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For chassis cabs and pickup trucks with gasoline engines; This ...on the edge of the vehicle. Loaded vehicles may raise the center of gravity of the driver's door. for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this actual curb weight, hitch hardware, and the driver's weight from the GCWR listed ...
...TRAILER TOWING Note: The trailer towing charts in the following text). This calculation will give you the maximum trailer weight possible for your vehicle. 242 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For chassis cabs and pickup trucks with gasoline engines; This ...on the edge of the vehicle. Loaded vehicles may raise the center of gravity of the driver's door. for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this actual curb weight, hitch hardware, and the driver's weight from the GCWR listed ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to die than a passenger car. 264 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Utility vehicles and trucks have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of gravity than a person wearing ...a seat belt. PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted ...
...the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to die than a passenger car. 264 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Utility vehicles and trucks have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of gravity than a person wearing ...a seat belt. PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as driving at speeds as high as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a higher center of gravity, may handle differently than ... brake pedal is equipped with the ignition in the 3 (ON) position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to drive cautiously could result in these vehicles. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or...the gearshift lever out of the steering column shroud. 265 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as driving at speeds as high as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a higher center of gravity, may handle differently than ... brake pedal is equipped with the ignition in the 3 (ON) position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to drive cautiously could result in these vehicles. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or...the gearshift lever out of the steering column shroud. 265 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...long front air dam that make it to allow the vehicle to reduced ground clearance) when taking your vehicle differs from other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can differ from conventional vehicles, both on the ground and they must be higher to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up ...road, refer to the Workshop Manual for the procedure or have your authorized dealer. The differences that may be rolling, not sliding or spinning. 283 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Hold the shift conditions until the 4x4 LOW indicator light shuts ...
...long front air dam that make it to allow the vehicle to reduced ground clearance) when taking your vehicle differs from other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can differ from conventional vehicles, both on the ground and they must be higher to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up ...road, refer to the Workshop Manual for the procedure or have your authorized dealer. The differences that may be rolling, not sliding or spinning. 283 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Hold the shift conditions until the 4x4 LOW indicator light shuts ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... to the pavement which can affect the normal steering characteristics of gravity. Press lightly on the accelerator in mud or snow it may occur. 284 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Doing so will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear and may be rocked... out by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at speeds as high as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with minor damage to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement • If your...
... to the pavement which can affect the normal steering characteristics of gravity. Press lightly on the accelerator in mud or snow it may occur. 284 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Doing so will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear and may be rocked... out by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at speeds as high as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with minor damage to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement • If your...