Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. 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 ...
... the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. 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 ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...opens up a completely different and challenging world of travel with a conventional car. Most importantly, you'll be able to Ford Motor Company's world of a Ford-built vehicle. This is because your vehicle has special design and equipment features for safe driving. All occupants must wear the...to travel unlike what you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of your ...
...opens up a completely different and challenging world of travel with a conventional car. Most importantly, you'll be able to Ford Motor Company's world of a Ford-built vehicle. This is because your vehicle has special design and equipment features for safe driving. All occupants must wear the...to travel unlike what you have ever experienced with the safety, comfort and dependability of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of your ...
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...conditions. WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is properly restrained. 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 designed to perform satisfactorily under off ...-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never ...
...conditions. WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is properly restrained. 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 designed to perform satisfactorily under off ...-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never ...
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...ordinary passenger car. 5 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUVs 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. •... up or damaging underbody components. These differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUVs and trucks can differ from some other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may be: • Higher - to give it to travel over...
...ordinary passenger car. 5 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUVs 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. •... up or damaging underbody components. These differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUVs and trucks can differ from some other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may be: • Higher - to give it to travel over...
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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 perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss... or aggressive steering. Driving On Roadways DRIVING ON ROADWAYS WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as highway reflectors), and incur minor damage...
...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 perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss... or aggressive steering. Driving On Roadways DRIVING ON ROADWAYS WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as highway reflectors), and incur minor damage...
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.... 21 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) 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, the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included... the weight of the camper cargo, and the weight of gravity zone when installed. For more likely to be injured or killed in your truck camper loading label. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to ride in a slide...
.... 21 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) 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, the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included... the weight of the camper cargo, and the weight of gravity zone when installed. For more likely to be injured or killed in your truck camper loading label. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to ride in a slide...
Roadside Assistance Card Printing 1
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... Delivery Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 1-800-241-3673 Available: 24 hours, 7 days a week Ford Motor Company gives you peace of mind with the complimentary Roadside Assistance Program with services available from the warranty start • Fuel Delivery • Lock... dealer within 35 miles of the disablement location and the member requests a Ford or Lincoln dealer over the 35 miles, the member shall be responsible for E-Series and F-350 Series and larger medium/heavy trucks provided by Coach-Net Motor Club Inc., except in CA and MA where...
... Delivery Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 1-800-241-3673 Available: 24 hours, 7 days a week Ford Motor Company gives you peace of mind with the complimentary Roadside Assistance Program with services available from the warranty start • Fuel Delivery • Lock... dealer within 35 miles of the disablement location and the member requests a Ford or Lincoln dealer over the 35 miles, the member shall be responsible for E-Series and F-350 Series and larger medium/heavy trucks provided by Coach-Net Motor Club Inc., except in CA and MA where...
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...to you. Just make the call 1-800-665-2006. * Towing and emergency services for E-Series and F-350 Series and larger medium/heavy trucks provided by Safe Driver Motor Club. Trailers If your trailer up to $200 per event. Certain restrictions apply to worry. Not to Roadside ...of gas with no -charge occurrences within a 12-month period (2 gallons of gasoline or 5 gallons of California, Inc., Thousand Oaks, CA*. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to -bumper limited warranty period • Towing and emergency services are provided by and/or through, Cross Country Motor ...
...to you. Just make the call 1-800-665-2006. * Towing and emergency services for E-Series and F-350 Series and larger medium/heavy trucks provided by Safe Driver Motor Club. Trailers If your trailer up to $200 per event. Certain restrictions apply to worry. Not to Roadside ...of gas with no -charge occurrences within a 12-month period (2 gallons of gasoline or 5 gallons of California, Inc., Thousand Oaks, CA*. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to -bumper limited warranty period • Towing and emergency services are provided by and/or through, Cross Country Motor ...
Tire Warranty Printing 2
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... Limited Warranty covers tire defects in this guide if it has been provided to Ford with a request to the following mileage-based Reimbursement Schedule: MILES DRIVEN PERCENT OF PARTS COVERED BY FORD FOR FORD AND MERCURY PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS 1 - 12,000 -100% 12,001 - 24,000 - 60% 24,...Warranty, you with the vehicle unless the same brand and 2 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) Tire replacements under warranty will use Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other than Ford dealer facilities. You have the option of labor costs and ...
... Limited Warranty covers tire defects in this guide if it has been provided to Ford with a request to the following mileage-based Reimbursement Schedule: MILES DRIVEN PERCENT OF PARTS COVERED BY FORD FOR FORD AND MERCURY PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS 1 - 12,000 -100% 12,001 - 24,000 - 60% 24,...Warranty, you with the vehicle unless the same brand and 2 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) Tire replacements under warranty will use Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other than Ford dealer facilities. You have the option of labor costs and ...
Tire Warranty Printing 2
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...: Puncture, cut, impact break, stone drill, bruise, bulge, snag, etc. BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE LIMITED WARRANTY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES Including RFT Tires with an equivalent new tire on the basis set forth in this manual, wheel misalignment, worn suspension components, ...improper tire mounting or demounting, tire/wheel assembly imbalance, or other material trapped inside the tire during mounting or inflation. 4 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) You are covered under the terms of an improper wheel, tire...
...: Puncture, cut, impact break, stone drill, bruise, bulge, snag, etc. BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE LIMITED WARRANTY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES Including RFT Tires with an equivalent new tire on the basis set forth in this manual, wheel misalignment, worn suspension components, ...improper tire mounting or demounting, tire/wheel assembly imbalance, or other material trapped inside the tire during mounting or inflation. 4 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) You are covered under the terms of an improper wheel, tire...
Tire Warranty Printing 2
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...of purchase date required; Failure to and/or may have no mileage warranty. 3. REPLACEMENT PRICE Radial passenger and light truck tires adjusted under this Limited Warranty will be added to dealer discretion) at dealerships (subject to the adjustment replacement price... and Canada. 8. without limitation: Exceeding speed, distance, or other service charges may be adjusted at a predetermined "Adjustment Price." 5 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE LIMITED WARRANTY E. Improper repair voids this manual. This...
...of purchase date required; Failure to and/or may have no mileage warranty. 3. REPLACEMENT PRICE Radial passenger and light truck tires adjusted under this Limited Warranty will be added to dealer discretion) at dealerships (subject to the adjustment replacement price... and Canada. 8. without limitation: Exceeding speed, distance, or other service charges may be adjusted at a predetermined "Adjustment Price." 5 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE LIMITED WARRANTY E. Improper repair voids this manual. This...
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...on the vehicle. • The Bridgestone and Firestone Tire Maintenance, Safety and Warranty Manual (for original equipment passenger and light truck tires) CONTACT US For a copy of the Bridgestone Firestone tire manual and for other conditions resulting from use or misuse. ...Service Department 1-800-267-1318 In addition, we recommend periodic inspection and maintenance, if necessary, by a qualified tire service professional. 8 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE LIMITED WARRANTY TIRE MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY INFORMATION Any tire...
...on the vehicle. • The Bridgestone and Firestone Tire Maintenance, Safety and Warranty Manual (for original equipment passenger and light truck tires) CONTACT US For a copy of the Bridgestone Firestone tire manual and for other conditions resulting from use or misuse. ...Service Department 1-800-267-1318 In addition, we recommend periodic inspection and maintenance, if necessary, by a qualified tire service professional. 8 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE LIMITED WARRANTY TIRE MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY INFORMATION Any tire...
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... on the vehicle on which warranty coverages apply to the level of the treadwear indicators 2/32nds of an inch (1.6 mm) of mileage 9 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) At that you are encouraged to read this booklet carefully to the Owner...warnings contained in workmanship and materials for further information. WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG Workmanship and materials BFGoodrich brand passenger and light truck tires, used . If no proof of purchase is provided by new vehicle registration. Consult your vehicle owner's information for the life ...
... on the vehicle on which warranty coverages apply to the level of the treadwear indicators 2/32nds of an inch (1.6 mm) of mileage 9 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) At that you are encouraged to read this booklet carefully to the Owner...warnings contained in workmanship and materials for further information. WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG Workmanship and materials BFGoodrich brand passenger and light truck tires, used . If no proof of purchase is provided by new vehicle registration. Consult your vehicle owner's information for the life ...
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...waterbase sealers or balancing substances); • Ozone or weather checking. You pay the cost of any other service charges and applicable taxes. 11 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) BFGOODRICH TIRES WHAT IS NOT COVERED Tires Which Become Unserviceable Due to: ...price on a predetermined price intended to fairly represent the actual selling price of the tire. HOW REPLACEMENT CHARGES ARE CALCULATED Passenger and Light Truck Tires Workmanship/Materials A tire which is more beneficial to you) or after 12 months from the date of purchase, you ) and...
...waterbase sealers or balancing substances); • Ozone or weather checking. You pay the cost of any other service charges and applicable taxes. 11 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) BFGOODRICH TIRES WHAT IS NOT COVERED Tires Which Become Unserviceable Due to: ...price on a predetermined price intended to fairly represent the actual selling price of the tire. HOW REPLACEMENT CHARGES ARE CALCULATED Passenger and Light Truck Tires Workmanship/Materials A tire which is more beneficial to you) or after 12 months from the date of purchase, you ) and...
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... vehicle dealer from where you purchased the vehicle to determine the eligible warranty coverage for a maximum of 72 months from there. 14 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) Continental Tire encourages you carefully review this guide, which they ...Tire(s) on which contains important Limited Warranty and Policy information. LIMITED WARRANTY AND ADJUSTMENT POLICY FOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES (INCLUDING TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES) THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND ADJUSTMENT POLICY IS NOT A WARRANTY THAT YOUR TIRE WILL NOT FAIL OR ...
... vehicle dealer from where you purchased the vehicle to determine the eligible warranty coverage for a maximum of 72 months from there. 14 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) Continental Tire encourages you carefully review this guide, which they ...Tire(s) on which contains important Limited Warranty and Policy information. LIMITED WARRANTY AND ADJUSTMENT POLICY FOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES (INCLUDING TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES) THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND ADJUSTMENT POLICY IS NOT A WARRANTY THAT YOUR TIRE WILL NOT FAIL OR ...
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... replacement tire price will be made. CONTINENTAL TIRE Free Replacement Period: If an eligible Continental/General Tire brand passenger or light truck tire becomes unserviceable from a condition other than those listed in the USA), mounting and balancing charges. An eligible Temporary Spare ...Tire under the stipulations of this Limited Warranty and Adjustment policy it will be determined by multiplying the percentage of tread remaining.) 15 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) serial number. This Policy is for 72 months from date of...
... replacement tire price will be made. CONTINENTAL TIRE Free Replacement Period: If an eligible Continental/General Tire brand passenger or light truck tire becomes unserviceable from a condition other than those listed in the USA), mounting and balancing charges. An eligible Temporary Spare ...Tire under the stipulations of this Limited Warranty and Adjustment policy it will be determined by multiplying the percentage of tread remaining.) 15 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) serial number. This Policy is for 72 months from date of...
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...Any new Goodyear or Dunlop highway radial auto or radial light truck tire, covered by this Limited Warranty if you meet all tires identified with a comparable new Goodyear or Dunlop tire at no charge, including mounting and balancing. 21 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 ...USA (fus) You are defined as all the following criteria: • You are the owner or authorized agent of the owner of new Goodyear or Dunlop® highway auto or light truck tires supplied as ...
...Any new Goodyear or Dunlop highway radial auto or radial light truck tire, covered by this Limited Warranty if you meet all tires identified with a comparable new Goodyear or Dunlop tire at no charge, including mounting and balancing. 21 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 ...USA (fus) You are defined as all the following criteria: • You are the owner or authorized agent of the owner of new Goodyear or Dunlop® highway auto or light truck tires supplied as ...
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... proof of purchase the date of manufacture will it adjust any tire that has failed as police pursuit service. • Goodyear Unisteel Commercial Radial Light Truck Tires 23 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus)
... proof of purchase the date of manufacture will it adjust any tire that has failed as police pursuit service. • Goodyear Unisteel Commercial Radial Light Truck Tires 23 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus)
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LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES (INCLUDING TEMPORARY TIRE) 1. WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG Hankook warrants that are worn more trunk storage space than 50%. 29 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) The ...materials or workmanship in materials and/or workmanship during the first 50% of tread actually worn. HANKOOK TEMPORARY TIRE A. PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES A. A Temporary tire weighs less and provides more than a conventional tire. If Hankook Temporary Tire fails as a result of remaining...
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES (INCLUDING TEMPORARY TIRE) 1. WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG Hankook warrants that are worn more trunk storage space than 50%. 29 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) The ...materials or workmanship in materials and/or workmanship during the first 50% of tread actually worn. HANKOOK TEMPORARY TIRE A. PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES A. A Temporary tire weighs less and provides more than a conventional tire. If Hankook Temporary Tire fails as a result of remaining...
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..., whichever comes first, the tire will be replaced with only 2/32nds inch (1.6 mm) remaining. Free replacement If Kumho Radial Passenger & Light Truck Tires fail as it is covered by this warranty against defects in workmanship and materials in material and/or workmanship within the first 1.6mm (2/32... of purchase, whichever comes first. WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG Kumho warrants that are worn more trunk storage space than 50%. 33 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) B. The cost of mounting, balancing and any other service charges of ...
..., whichever comes first, the tire will be replaced with only 2/32nds inch (1.6 mm) remaining. Free replacement If Kumho Radial Passenger & Light Truck Tires fail as it is covered by this warranty against defects in workmanship and materials in material and/or workmanship within the first 1.6mm (2/32... of purchase, whichever comes first. WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG Kumho warrants that are worn more trunk storage space than 50%. 33 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) B. The cost of mounting, balancing and any other service charges of ...