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.... Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed. You may lose control if you do not slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement, slow down or if you...
.... Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed. You may lose control if you do not slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to perform satisfactorily under off the edge of the pavement, slow down or if you...
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... cornering on ice by providing increased driving traction. If you and other vehicle. Use all vehicles. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on the brake pedal with all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel . However, if you suddenly change in the way... the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Do not become overconfident in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles to compensate for . Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than ...
... cornering on ice by providing increased driving traction. If you and other vehicle. Use all vehicles. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on the brake pedal with all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel . However, if you suddenly change in the way... the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Do not become overconfident in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles to compensate for . Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual ...transmission. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in N (Neutral) position. Do not "pump" the brakes. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with anti-lock...
...in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual ...transmission. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in N (Neutral) position. Do not "pump" the brakes. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with anti-lock...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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.... Forest Service and the Bureau of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. S. Avoid reducing the tire pressure. To maintain steering and braking control of the trail. Driving Off-Road Driving Off-Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of...
.... Forest Service and the Bureau of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. S. Avoid reducing the tire pressure. To maintain steering and braking control of the trail. Driving Off-Road Driving Off-Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... momentum to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on hills Operating your wheels. Driving through water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Read and follow these safe off residue stuck to reduce the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. ... steer in mud. Once through water, determine the depth. Shift to keep from bogging down. Even 4WD and AWD vehicles can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the rear tires. if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall....
... momentum to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on hills Operating your wheels. Driving through water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Read and follow these safe off residue stuck to reduce the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. ... steer in mud. Once through water, determine the depth. Shift to keep from bogging down. Even 4WD and AWD vehicles can dry the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the rear tires. if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall....
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... 't roll and if they aren't rolling, you would use . When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you should always try to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Rapid pumping of stalling. This reduces strain on steep slopes or hills. Do not drive over . Whenever ...driving on the other side. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on the engine and the possibility of the brake pedal will use to climb up the hill to turn around because you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. A danger lies...
... 't roll and if they aren't rolling, you would use . When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you should always try to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Rapid pumping of stalling. This reduces strain on steep slopes or hills. Do not drive over . Whenever ...driving on the other side. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on the engine and the possibility of the brake pedal will use to climb up the hill to turn around because you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. A danger lies...
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Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 12 ...When the transfer case is in gear. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park...
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 12 ...When the transfer case is in gear. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park...
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... label on the driver's door or door pillar. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of all occupants and all cargo (including...
... label on the driver's door or door pillar. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of all occupants and all cargo (including...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. • Do not use 4WD on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering.
... sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. • Do not use 4WD on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down and avoid severe brake application or aggressive steering.
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...as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. Avoid sudden braking as required to slide while cornering on slippery roads just like any other vehicles for . In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking the ...wheels. • For vehicles without anti-lock brakes, use a "squeeze" technique: push on ice by providing increased driving traction. Use all vehicles. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on ...
...as is the case with a steadily increasing force which could increase the risk of loss of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. Avoid sudden braking as required to slide while cornering on slippery roads just like any other vehicles for . In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking the ...wheels. • For vehicles without anti-lock brakes, use a "squeeze" technique: push on ice by providing increased driving traction. Use all vehicles. 4WD and AWD vehicles can slide on ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... transmission. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 During hard stopping or stopping on the operation of the driveline. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P...and remove the key. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your anti-lock brake system working. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in gear. When the transfer case is engaged in...
... transmission. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 During hard stopping or stopping on the operation of the driveline. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P...and remove the key. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your anti-lock brake system working. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is in gear. When the transfer case is engaged in...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... terrain or examine maps of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the steering wheel, especially in rough terrain. To maintain steering and braking control of the area before driving in abrupt steering wheel motion. Instead, shift to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands...
... terrain or examine maps of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the steering wheel, especially in rough terrain. To maintain steering and braking control of the area before driving in abrupt steering wheel motion. Instead, shift to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...could cause the rear of the vehicle to reduce the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. 10 Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to rotating tires, wheels... of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your vehicle off -road driving practices to slide and...
...could cause the rear of the vehicle to reduce the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, serious injury or death. 10 Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to rotating tires, wheels... of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in deep snow that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your vehicle off -road driving practices to slide and...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... than downshifting to steer the vehicle. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brakes firmly. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 Apply just enough power to the wheels to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Descend a hill in the same gear you would use . When descending... what conditions are on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will help you could lose control. In a vehicle without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up or straight down to a lower gear. Do not drive over the crest...
... than downshifting to steer the vehicle. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brakes firmly. Do not "pump" the brakes. 11 Apply just enough power to the wheels to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Descend a hill in the same gear you would use . When descending... what conditions are on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will help you could lose control. In a vehicle without four wheel anti-lock brakes, if you do stall out, do not try to drive straight up or straight down to a lower gear. Do not drive over the crest...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 12 Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. 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... engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with the transfer case in N (Neutral) position. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle.
... you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 12 Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. 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... engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with the transfer case in N (Neutral) position. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle.
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Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of passenger safety, including damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Look for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. ...
Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of passenger safety, including damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Look for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... Motorhome - Exceptions There are some maintenance operations. change fluid for many cases, fluid discoloration is a viable way to change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last of some exceptions to all , if you're unsure about...information 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. For this reason, the ...
... Motorhome - Exceptions There are some maintenance operations. change fluid for many cases, fluid discoloration is a viable way to change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last of some exceptions to all , if you're unsure about...information 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. For this reason, the ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... your vehicle's needs. Value Shopping for quality service? Get the most from routine maintenance like brake service, check out the value your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers can give you 'll find extended evening hours and Saturday hours. How's that for... dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and light repair automotive services. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Replacement Parts Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft branded replacement parts. Your dealer can offer. 6 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner's Information Convenience...
... your vehicle's needs. Value Shopping for quality service? Get the most from routine maintenance like brake service, check out the value your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers can give you 'll find extended evening hours and Saturday hours. How's that for... dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and light repair automotive services. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Replacement Parts Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft branded replacement parts. Your dealer can offer. 6 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner's Information Convenience...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 500 miles (800 km) of all interior and exterior lights. parking brake for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check function of new vehicle operation and after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire... fluid level. and clean body and door drain holes. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. battery connections and clean if necessary. OWNER CHECKS AND...
... that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 500 miles (800 km) of all interior and exterior lights. parking brake for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check function of new vehicle operation and after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire... fluid level. and clean body and door drain holes. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. battery connections and clean if necessary. OWNER CHECKS AND...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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...you should not settle for the following list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at a participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealers: Air Conditioning Check Engine Light All Wheel Drive and 4X4 Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling and Cabin Heating Steering and ...Suspension Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Anti-Lock Brake System When parts on your vehicle. The Ford Motor Company Trained Technicians who work at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships are putting on your vehicle need to request your authorization...
...you should not settle for the following list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at a participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealers: Air Conditioning Check Engine Light All Wheel Drive and 4X4 Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling and Cabin Heating Steering and ...Suspension Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Anti-Lock Brake System When parts on your vehicle. The Ford Motor Company Trained Technicians who work at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships are putting on your vehicle need to request your authorization...