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... and death. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of the road and slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles.
... and death. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of the road and slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may damage the drivelines and axles.
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...surface to return the vehicle to compensate for stopping. Again, avoid abrupt inputs steering or braking inputs. However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Do not become overconfident in the ability of the vehicle start to slide while cornering...attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. • If the vehicle goes from one type of the slide until you regain control. Avoid sudden braking as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. Use all ...
...surface to return the vehicle to compensate for stopping. Again, avoid abrupt inputs steering or braking inputs. However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Do not become overconfident in the ability of the vehicle start to slide while cornering...attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. • If the vehicle goes from one type of the slide until you regain control. Avoid sudden braking as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. Use all ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...someone. 8 During hard stopping or stopping on the operation of the driveline. Do not be alarmed because this is in the brake pedal. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. When the transfer case is your "Owner's Guide" for additional information... transfer case in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with a manual transmission. ...
...someone. 8 During hard stopping or stopping on the operation of the driveline. Do not be alarmed because this is in the brake pedal. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. When the transfer case is your "Owner's Guide" for additional information... transfer case in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with a manual transmission. ...
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... be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Map out your vehicle, you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. To maintain steering and braking control of your route before driving off -road operation, make sure you must be required from another vehicle. Driving on sand When driving over sand...
... be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Map out your vehicle, you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. To maintain steering and braking control of your route before driving off -road operation, make sure you must be required from another vehicle. Driving on sand When driving over sand...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...in slick mud. Never drive with chains on tires, wheels and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Read and follow these safe off residue stuck to slide and swing around. As when you regain control of the vehicle. if the ignition system... If the rear end of the vehicle does slide while cornering, steer in the direction of the slide until you are driving in mud. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This could damage vehicle components. Excess mud stuck on the front tires of the wheel or ...
...in slick mud. Never drive with chains on tires, wheels and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Read and follow these safe off residue stuck to slide and swing around. As when you regain control of the vehicle. if the ignition system... If the rear end of the vehicle does slide while cornering, steer in the direction of the slide until you are driving in mud. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This could damage vehicle components. Excess mud stuck on the front tires of the wheel or ...
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... would use . This reduces strain on steep slopes or hills. Descend a hill in reverse over . When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you might induce a rollover. Apply just enough power to the wheels to a lower gear. Driving Off-Road Although natural obstacles may make it ... you could lose control. If you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in neutral. A danger lies in order to back down . Do...
... would use . This reduces strain on steep slopes or hills. Descend a hill in reverse over . When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you might induce a rollover. Apply just enough power to the wheels to a lower gear. Driving Off-Road Although natural obstacles may make it ... you could lose control. If you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in neutral. A danger lies in order to back down . Do...
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..., shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. ...
..., shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. ...
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... and allowing for your vehicle. Do not overload your vehicle 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. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo...
... and allowing for your vehicle. Do not overload your vehicle 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. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... the edge of the pavement • If your primary concern. 6 If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Remember, your safety and the safety of others should be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, (such as passenger cars...
... the edge of the pavement • If your primary concern. 6 If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Remember, your safety and the safety of others should be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, (such as passenger cars...
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...roads just like any other vehicles for stopping. However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Do not become overconfident in the ability of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. If you regain control. Use all four wheels. Avoid sudden...to avoid "over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop...
...roads just like any other vehicles for stopping. However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Do not become overconfident in the ability of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. If you regain control. Use all four wheels. Avoid sudden...to avoid "over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop...
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...move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your anti-lock...) or the manual transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. When the transfer case is in gear. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with the transfer case in N (Neutral) position. Set...
...move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your anti-lock...) or the manual transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. When the transfer case is in gear. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with the transfer case in N (Neutral) position. Set...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... the wheels. Operating your vehicle, you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly". To maintain steering and braking control of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Instead, shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. To avoid loss of...
... the wheels. Operating your vehicle, you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly". To maintain steering and braking control of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Instead, shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. To avoid loss of...
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... of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you regain control of the vehicle. Even 4WD and AWD vehicles can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the accelerator. Driving through water Before driving through water, always try the...cause the rear of the wheel or hubcap. After driving through mud, clean off -road driving practices to rotating tires, wheels and driveshafts. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. As when you are unique in that they can be driven in deep snow 4WD and AWD...
... of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you regain control of the vehicle. Even 4WD and AWD vehicles can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the accelerator. Driving through water Before driving through water, always try the...cause the rear of the wheel or hubcap. After driving through mud, clean off -road driving practices to rotating tires, wheels and driveshafts. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. As when you are unique in that they can be driven in deep snow 4WD and AWD...
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...climb the hill. A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over a hill without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you lock up the front brakes, the front wheels can cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in the same gear you should always ...down a hill or steep incline, you would use . Disengage overdrive or manually shift to drive straight up or straight down. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 Avoid driving crosswise or turning on a hill, determine beforehand the route you won't be rolling in reverse over . Do not drive in order...
...climb the hill. A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over a hill without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you lock up the front brakes, the front wheels can cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in the same gear you should always ...down a hill or steep incline, you would use . Disengage overdrive or manually shift to drive straight up or straight down. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 Avoid driving crosswise or turning on a hill, determine beforehand the route you won't be rolling in reverse over . Do not drive in order...
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Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Driving Off-Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is ...) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with the transfer case in N (Neutral) position. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from...
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Driving Off-Road Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is ...) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with the transfer case in N (Neutral) position. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from...
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... XXX LBS" to determine your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as a snowplow has been added to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Other terms related to loss of your vehicle can have reached the...
... XXX LBS" to determine your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as a snowplow has been added to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Other terms related to loss of your vehicle can have reached the...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... & SUVs'' and ''Cars & Minivans'') and ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule is a viable way to change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last of all schedules for long distances Driving in dusty conditions Off... under the special operating conditions outlined below . GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Determine which maintenance schedule to follow , ask your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineservice.com, then go to the service pick. You will need to increase the...
... & SUVs'' and ''Cars & Minivans'') and ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule is a viable way to change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last of all schedules for long distances Driving in dusty conditions Off... under the special operating conditions outlined below . GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Determine which maintenance schedule to follow , ask your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineservice.com, then go to the service pick. You will need to increase the...
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... and labor limited warranty. Many participate in extensive factory-sponsored training to become the experts on your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership to repairs like brake service, check out the value your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers can give you 'll find extended evening hours and Saturday hours. Maintenance parts installed at your...
... and labor limited warranty. Many participate in extensive factory-sponsored training to become the experts on your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership to repairs like brake service, check out the value your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers can give you 'll find extended evening hours and Saturday hours. Maintenance parts installed at your...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all interior and exterior lights. engine cooling system level and strength. engine oil fluid level. parking brake for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. Retightening lug nuts: ❑ Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 ...operation. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for wear and proper operation. clutch fluid level, if equipped. Scheduled Maintenance 7 General Owner's Information
... washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all interior and exterior lights. engine cooling system level and strength. engine oil fluid level. parking brake for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. Retightening lug nuts: ❑ Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 ...operation. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for wear and proper operation. clutch fluid level, if equipped. Scheduled Maintenance 7 General Owner's Information
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...Trained Technicians who work at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships are putting on...right the first time, at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership. In some circumstances, the Technician may need replacing, you are specifically trained... to understand your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership. KEEP IT GENUINE Factory Authorized Systems Checks In ...vehicle. A Factory Authorized Systems Check can find them at a participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealers: Air Conditioning Check Engine Light All Wheel Drive and 4X4 Automatic Transmission...
...Trained Technicians who work at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships are putting on...right the first time, at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership. In some circumstances, the Technician may need replacing, you are specifically trained... to understand your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership. KEEP IT GENUINE Factory Authorized Systems Checks In ...vehicle. A Factory Authorized Systems Check can find them at a participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealers: Air Conditioning Check Engine Light All Wheel Drive and 4X4 Automatic Transmission...