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... change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2011 Ford Motor Company 1 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) 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...
... change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2011 Ford Motor Company 1 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) 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...
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...reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of a Ford-built vehicle. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of travel unlike what you 'll be able to travel with a conventional car. Most importantly...or testing procedures without incurring obligation. 2 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) This is because your vehicle has special design and equipment features for safe driving. Study this supplement and the Owner's Guide for specific information about equipment features ...
...reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of a Ford-built vehicle. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of travel unlike what you 'll be able to travel with a conventional car. Most importantly...or testing procedures without incurring obligation. 2 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) This is because your vehicle has special design and equipment features for safe driving. Study this supplement and the Owner's Guide for specific information about equipment features ...
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...reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. 3 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions ... improperly load your Owner's Guide and any more likely to minimize the risk of vehicles. 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...
...reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. 3 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions ... improperly load your Owner's Guide and any more likely to minimize the risk of vehicles. 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...
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... should become overconfident in low traction situations, it won't stop any faster than two-wheel drive vehicle in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles. Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. Power is supplied to all four wheels to speed ...and is moving can be found in your vehicle. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to ...
... should become overconfident in low traction situations, it won't stop any faster than two-wheel drive vehicle in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles. Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. Power is supplied to all four wheels to speed ...and is moving can be found in your vehicle. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to ...
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...center of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - These differences that make it to steering inputs than an ordinary passenger car. 5 2012 Four Wheel... Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Your vehicle may make your vehicle so versatile also make your vehicle quicker to respond to travel over the crest of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. to approach ...
...center of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - These differences that make it to steering inputs than an ordinary passenger car. 5 2012 Four Wheel... Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Your vehicle may make your vehicle so versatile also make your vehicle quicker to respond to travel over the crest of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. to approach ...
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... sharply or abruptly. • It often may be your primary concern. 6 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) 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 the... pavement which can affect the normal steering characteristics of the pavement, slow down gradually before returning to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. • Do not use...
... sharply or abruptly. • It often may be your primary concern. 6 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) 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 the... pavement which can affect the normal steering characteristics of the pavement, slow down gradually before returning to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. • Do not use...
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... brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. 7 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) If you and other vehicle. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may steer in the direction you... to slide while cornering on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking the wheels. • For vehicles without anti-lock brakes, use a "squeeze" technique: push on the brake pedal with all four wheels...
... brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. 7 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) If you and other vehicle. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may steer in the direction you... to slide while cornering on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking the wheels. • For vehicles without anti-lock brakes, use a "squeeze" technique: push on the brake pedal with all four wheels...
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...system. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is your Owner's Guide for additional information... on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may feel or hear a pulsing or vibration in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with anti-...
...system. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is your Owner's Guide for additional information... on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may feel or hear a pulsing or vibration in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with anti-...
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Ford joins the U. S. Know the terrain or examine maps of land-use regulations and responsibilities ... public and private lands by "treading lightly". Operating your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from another vehicle. If you choose to reduce the tire pressure for off-road operation, make sure you proceed with below the...reduce the risk of Land Management in abrupt steering wheel motion. WARNING: Avoid reducing tire pressure. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can increase the risk of loss of control, maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel, especially in the...
Ford joins the U. S. Know the terrain or examine maps of land-use regulations and responsibilities ... public and private lands by "treading lightly". Operating your hand or wrist, grip the steering wheel from another vehicle. If you choose to reduce the tire pressure for off-road operation, make sure you proceed with below the...reduce the risk of Land Management in abrupt steering wheel motion. WARNING: Avoid reducing tire pressure. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can increase the risk of loss of control, maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel, especially in the...
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... chains or cables on tires, wheels and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage vehicle components. Keep speeds down . if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Driving in deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are driving in slippery conditions that require tire chains or cables, then it is critical... your wheels. Shift to avoid splashing; WARNING: If you are driving in mud. You can be driven in deep snow that you regain control of vehicle control which can lose traction in the direction of the wheel or hubcap. If the rear end of the...
... chains or cables on tires, wheels and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage vehicle components. Keep speeds down . if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Driving in deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are driving in slippery conditions that require tire chains or cables, then it is critical... your wheels. Shift to avoid splashing; WARNING: If you are driving in mud. You can be driven in deep snow that you regain control of vehicle control which can lose traction in the direction of the wheel or hubcap. If the rear end of the...
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...on the other side. Apply just enough power to the wheels to a safe location. Driving Off-Road Driving on hills WARNING: Operating your vehicle off-road on slopes or hills requires safe off -road driving practices to reduce the risk of loss of a hill without the aid ... traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in reverse over the crest of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. Read and follow these safe off -road driving practices. Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel...
...on the other side. Apply just enough power to the wheels to a safe location. Driving Off-Road Driving on hills WARNING: Operating your vehicle off-road on slopes or hills requires safe off -road driving practices to reduce the risk of loss of a hill without the aid ... traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in reverse over the crest of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. Read and follow these safe off -road driving practices. Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel...
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...'t be rolling in order to a lower gear. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. If your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 12 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Parking Before...Driving Off-Road Descend a hill in the same gear you could lose control. Do not descend in N (Neutral) position. Therefore, the vehicle is free to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Rapid pumping of the driveline. The front wheels have to be able to steer....
...'t be rolling in order to a lower gear. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. If your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 12 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Parking Before...Driving Off-Road Descend a hill in the same gear you could lose control. Do not descend in N (Neutral) position. Therefore, the vehicle is free to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Rapid pumping of the driveline. The front wheels have to be able to steer....
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...service station gauges may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or "blowout", with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Ford recommends the use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by the tire. WARNING: Under-inflation... adjust if required. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in unnecessary tire stress, irregular wear, loss of vehicle control and accidents. Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label...
...service station gauges may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or "blowout", with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Ford recommends the use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by the tire. WARNING: Under-inflation... adjust if required. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in unnecessary tire stress, irregular wear, loss of vehicle control and accidents. Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label...
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... in the tread or sidewall). Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, and replace them if one or more likely to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning. Inspect the tire sidewalls for holes, cracks, or cuts that may be repaired or replaced. Improper or inadequate... vehicle maintenance can be replaced to blow out or fail. When the tire tread wears down to the same height as bulges in the tread or ...
... in the tread or sidewall). Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, and replace them if one or more likely to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning. Inspect the tire sidewalls for holes, cracks, or cuts that may be repaired or replaced. Improper or inadequate... vehicle maintenance can be replaced to blow out or fail. When the tire tread wears down to the same height as bulges in the tread or ...
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...bead seat area. 2. It is required, the following additional precautions must be replaced as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that are replaced on the tire sidewall: When inflating the tire: 1...., vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional ...
...bead seat area. 2. It is required, the following additional precautions must be replaced as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that are replaced on the tire sidewall: When inflating the tire: 1...., vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional ...
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Tire Replacement Requirements If your vehicle is equipped with your TPMS, or some component of your TPMS (if equipped) is flashing, your tire pressure monitoring system (if equipped). The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of the TPMS may... be used in aftermarket wheels. Your replacement tire might be incompatible with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not ...
Tire Replacement Requirements If your vehicle is equipped with your TPMS, or some component of your TPMS (if equipped) is flashing, your tire pressure monitoring system (if equipped). The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of the TPMS may... be used in aftermarket wheels. Your replacement tire might be incompatible with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not ...
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.... Look for statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to determine your vehicle Improper weight distribution and exceeding the maximum payload can have a Tire Label). In addition to maximum payload, additional loading terms and...The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. WARNING: The appropriate loading capacity of gravity, may not have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, ...
.... Look for statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to determine your vehicle Improper weight distribution and exceeding the maximum payload can have a Tire Label). In addition to maximum payload, additional loading terms and...The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. WARNING: The appropriate loading capacity of gravity, may not have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, ...
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...tie down or restrain items in seats with the heaviest cargo on the roof of vehicle rollover. WARNING: Never allow people to ride in the cargo area of your vehicle to haul cargo, make your vehicle more top heavy, causing it is properly loaded to be evenly distributed over the roof... of the rear axle. Any load placed on the bottom and ahead of the vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using your vehicle. You should not exceed the maximum load roof rack load allowed for the vehicle. 20 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
...tie down or restrain items in seats with the heaviest cargo on the roof of vehicle rollover. WARNING: Never allow people to ride in the cargo area of your vehicle to haul cargo, make your vehicle more top heavy, causing it is properly loaded to be evenly distributed over the roof... of the rear axle. Any load placed on the bottom and ahead of the vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using your vehicle. You should not exceed the maximum load roof rack load allowed for the vehicle. 20 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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... camper loading label. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to your vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Truck camper loading When the vehicle is used to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure...
... camper loading label. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to your vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Truck camper loading When the vehicle is used to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure...
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Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and must be less than or equal to the RV & Trailer Towing Guide, your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the RV & Trailer Towing Guide. Before you operate your Owner's Guide or see an ...authorized dealer for towing trailers (or may require a trailer tow package). The combined total weight of the vehicle, additional trailer tow equipment, trailer, and any trailer cargo must be properly balanced and secured. Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your...
Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and must be less than or equal to the RV & Trailer Towing Guide, your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the RV & Trailer Towing Guide. Before you operate your Owner's Guide or see an ...authorized dealer for towing trailers (or may require a trailer tow package). The combined total weight of the vehicle, additional trailer tow equipment, trailer, and any trailer cargo must be properly balanced and secured. Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your...