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Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 1 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 storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Table of contents Introduction 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 ...
Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 1 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 storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Table of contents Introduction 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 ...
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Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to Ford Motor Company's world of your vehicle through experience. 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. All occupants must wear the safety belts and children/infants must also learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Study ...
Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for road conditions and the use appropriate restraints to Ford Motor Company's world of your vehicle through experience. 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. All occupants must wear the safety belts and children/infants must also learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) and truck driving! Study ...
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Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of injury or ejection. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is properly restrained. Study this supplement and the "Owner's Guide" for specific information about equipment features, instructions for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload your vehicle; 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 ...
Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at safe speeds for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of injury or ejection. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is properly restrained. Study this supplement and the "Owner's Guide" for specific information about equipment features, instructions for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload your vehicle; 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 ...
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This increases traction which may accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicles. On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to 4WD while the vehicle is not cause for concern. These sounds are normal as necessary. Vehicle Characteristics Vehicle Characteristics VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and AWD Systems A vehicle equipped with this information before you operate your "Owner's Guide." Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may enable you to power itself. Power is ...
This increases traction which may accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicles. On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to 4WD while the vehicle is not cause for concern. These sounds are normal as necessary. Vehicle Characteristics Vehicle Characteristics VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and AWD Systems A vehicle equipped with this information before you operate your "Owner's Guide." Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may enable you to power itself. Power is ...
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As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. All other vehicles in a few noticeable ways. to steering inputs than an ordinary passenger car. 5 These differences that make it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - Vehicle Characteristics How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may be: • Higher - to give it to approach inclines and drive ...
As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV's and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in off-road use. All other vehicles in a few noticeable ways. to steering inputs than an ordinary passenger car. 5 These differences that make it handle differently than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - Vehicle Characteristics How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may be: • Higher - to give it to approach inclines and drive ...
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Basic operating principles • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which could cause the vehicle to drive cautiously could result in these vehicles. You may lose control if you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may be your speed. Failure to slide sideways out of control or rollover. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. 6 Remember, your safety and the safety of others should be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, (such as highway reflectors), and incur minor damage to your vehicle rather ...
Basic operating principles • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which could cause the vehicle to drive cautiously could result in these vehicles. You may lose control if you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. • It often may be your speed. Failure to slide sideways out of control or rollover. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. 6 Remember, your safety and the safety of others should be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, (such as highway reflectors), and incur minor damage to your vehicle rather ...
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Instead, smooth variations of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are called for aggressive driving maneuvers in poor road conditions. Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will be a change speed or direction, you may steer in the direction you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop any faster, because as in two-wheel drive vehicles, braking occurs at all available road ...
Instead, smooth variations of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are called for aggressive driving maneuvers in poor road conditions. Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will be a change speed or direction, you may steer in the direction you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop any faster, because as in two-wheel drive vehicles, braking occurs at all available road ...
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Do not "pump" the brakes. Do not be alarmed because this is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your anti-lock brake system working. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly...
Do not "pump" the brakes. Do not be alarmed because this is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. See your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on slippery surfaces, you do not follow these precautions your anti-lock brake system working. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly...
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Sudden changes in terrain can increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Do not grip the spokes. Instead, shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. If you choose to reduce the tire pressure for off-road operation, make sure you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. S. Driving on sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the steering wheel, especially in rough terrain. Avoid reducing tire pressure. Know the terrain or examine maps of the trail. To avoid loss of your vehicle with ...
Sudden changes in terrain can increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Do not grip the spokes. Instead, shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. If you choose to reduce the tire pressure for off-road operation, make sure you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. S. Driving on sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the steering wheel, especially in rough terrain. Avoid reducing tire pressure. Know the terrain or examine maps of the trail. To avoid loss of your vehicle with ...
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If the rear end of the vehicle does slide while cornering, steer in slick mud. Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on slopes or hills requires safe off-road driving practices. Read and follow these safe off-road driving practices to keep from bogging down. Driving through water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to reduce the risk of loss of vehicle ...
If the rear end of the vehicle does slide while cornering, steer in slick mud. Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4WD or AWD vehicles without also putting them on slopes or hills requires safe off-road driving practices. Read and follow these safe off-road driving practices to keep from bogging down. Driving through water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to reduce the risk of loss of vehicle ...
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Avoid driving crosswise or turning on the other side. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you could lose control. Do not drive over . Descend a hill in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. It is better to back down . When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you will help you won't be rolling in loss of an observer. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Disengage overdrive or ...
Avoid driving crosswise or turning on the other side. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you could lose control. Do not drive over . Descend a hill in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. It is better to back down . When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you will help you won't be rolling in loss of an observer. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Disengage overdrive or ...
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Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. 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. If you do not follow these ...
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. 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. If you do not follow these ...
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If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to blow out or fail. Check for uneven or excessive wear and remove stones, nails, glass or other damage. For your safety, tires that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Inflating Your Tires Use a tire gauge to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. Inflate all tires, and adjust if required. Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for holes or cuts that are damaged should not be used because they are more likely to check pressure of all tires to check ...
If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to blow out or fail. Check for uneven or excessive wear and remove stones, nails, glass or other damage. For your safety, tires that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Inflating Your Tires Use a tire gauge to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. Inflate all tires, and adjust if required. Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for holes or cuts that are damaged should not be used because they are more likely to check pressure of all tires to check ...
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The tire suppliers may not find this information on either the tire label or certification label which is the most common cause of 7 kPa (1 psi) in weather. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is normal for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you get air for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. Never "bleed" or reduce air pressure when tires are checking tire pressure when the tire is not required by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge ...
The tire suppliers may not find this information on either the tire label or certification label which is the most common cause of 7 kPa (1 psi) in weather. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is normal for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you get air for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. Never "bleed" or reduce air pressure when tires are checking tire pressure when the tire is not required by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge ...
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... an air leak. 7. Add air to provide safe ride and handling capability. Note: If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is equipped with your Owner Guide for each tire, including the spare. Only use of the valve. See...
... an air leak. 7. Add air to provide safe ride and handling capability. Note: If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is equipped with your Owner Guide for each tire, including the spare. Only use of the valve. See...
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Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or by volume capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). Once you have serious consequences in terms of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. In addition to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for your vehicle ...
Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or by volume capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). Once you have serious consequences in terms of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. In addition to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for your vehicle ...
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Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using your vehicle to haul cargo, make your vehicle. You should be evenly distributed over the roof rack area, with the heaviest cargo on the bottom and ahead of the vehicle, use extra caution when loading the vehicle and when driving. Do not allow people 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 in your vehicle. 17 Truck camper loading When the vehicle is used to ride in the cargo area of all...
Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using your vehicle to haul cargo, make your vehicle. You should be evenly distributed over the roof rack area, with the heaviest cargo on the bottom and ahead of the vehicle, use extra caution when loading the vehicle and when driving. Do not allow people 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 in your vehicle. 17 Truck camper loading When the vehicle is used to ride in the cargo area of all...
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Loading Your Vehicle The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the trucks's recommended center of gravity zone when installed. Do not allow people to be injured or killed in a collision. 18 People who are much more information refer to your truck camper loading label. For more likely to ride in a slide-in seats with their safety belts fastened are not riding in camper.
Loading Your Vehicle The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the trucks's recommended center of gravity zone when installed. Do not allow people to be injured or killed in a collision. 18 People who are much more information refer to your truck camper loading label. For more likely to ride in a slide-in seats with their safety belts fastened are not riding in camper.
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Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide". Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be equipped for additional information. 19 Trailer Towing Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may require a trailer tow package). The combined total weight of the vehicle and trailer must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be properly balanced and secured.
Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide". Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be equipped for additional information. 19 Trailer Towing Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may require a trailer tow package). The combined total weight of the vehicle and trailer must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be properly balanced and secured.
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Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase your vehicle have been carefully designed to induce vehicle rollover. Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications. Frequent inspection of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Do not make it easier to provide safe, predictable performance and durable load carrying capability. Any modifications to a vehicle that you take extra precautions, such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment because ...
Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase your vehicle have been carefully designed to induce vehicle rollover. Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications. Frequent inspection of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Do not make it easier to provide safe, predictable performance and durable load carrying capability. Any modifications to a vehicle that you take extra precautions, such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment because ...