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..., under or over inflation, tire abuse (such as spinning), improper mounting or dismounting, vehicle mechanical problems (such as faulty, worn or malfunctioning brakes and/or suspension), damaged wheels, tire truing, snow/ice chain usage, flat spots caused by braking, or Tires involved in accidents. • Tire alterations such as police pursuit...
..., under or over inflation, tire abuse (such as spinning), improper mounting or dismounting, vehicle mechanical problems (such as faulty, worn or malfunctioning brakes and/or suspension), damaged wheels, tire truing, snow/ice chain usage, flat spots caused by braking, or Tires involved in accidents. • Tire alterations such as police pursuit...
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...of tire dressing containing petroleum distillates are replaced, the new ones should be put on the rear. CUSTOMIZATION OF TIRES, WHEELS, OR SUSPENSION ON SUVS AND LIGHT TRUCKS Due to alterations such as truing, whitewall inlays, addition of vehicle rollover. Whether your SUV/truck has... the original equipment configuration for tires, wheels and suspension or whether any alterations on your SUV/truck tire size, tire type, wheels or suspension can change its handling characteristics and further increase the likelihood of vehicle control leading to do...
...of tire dressing containing petroleum distillates are replaced, the new ones should be put on the rear. CUSTOMIZATION OF TIRES, WHEELS, OR SUSPENSION ON SUVS AND LIGHT TRUCKS Due to alterations such as truing, whitewall inlays, addition of vehicle rollover. Whether your SUV/truck has... the original equipment configuration for tires, wheels and suspension or whether any alterations on your SUV/truck tire size, tire type, wheels or suspension can change its handling characteristics and further increase the likelihood of vehicle control leading to do...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...when the road tires are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as a pair. 17 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Stand at a minimum of 12 ft (3.66 m) away from the tire wheel assembly. ...3. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure on your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an ...
...when the road tires are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as a pair. 17 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Stand at a minimum of 12 ft (3.66 m) away from the tire wheel assembly. ...3. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure on your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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Other terms related to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Once you have reached the ... statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 19 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may not have serious consequences in terms of...
Other terms related to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Once you have reached the ... statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 19 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may not have serious consequences in terms of...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...to provide safe, predictable performance and durable load carrying capability. WARNING: Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications. Refer to the Owner's Guide for more information and to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter of vehicle chassis and ... Any modifications to heavy off-road usage. Maintenance and Modifications MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your Owner's Guide for proper maintenance instructions and schedules. 23 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Ford recommends that ...
...to provide safe, predictable performance and durable load carrying capability. WARNING: Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications. Refer to the Owner's Guide for more information and to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter of vehicle chassis and ... Any modifications to heavy off-road usage. Maintenance and Modifications MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your Owner's Guide for proper maintenance instructions and schedules. 23 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Ford recommends that ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 185 188 190 203 208 215 222 Driving Starting Brakes AdvanceTrac Air suspension Transmission operation Forward and reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system 223 223 230 233 240 242 246 249 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard... shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2 264 264 265 266 267 275 283 285 289 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
... inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 185 188 190 203 208 215 222 Driving Starting Brakes AdvanceTrac Air suspension Transmission operation Forward and reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system 223 223 230 233 240 242 246 249 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard... shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2 264 264 265 266 267 275 283 285 289 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...Press and release RESET to start the timer. 2. DOOR STATUS 5. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets. LIFTGATE/GLASS 6. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED 21 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) OIL LIFE 2. MYKEY MILES (if programmed) 11. Instrument Cluster MPG (L/km) This displays instantaneous fuel... vehicle feature customization Press the SETUP button repeatedly to ↑ excellent economy. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. FUEL LEVEL 10. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM 9. To operate, do the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4.
...Press and release RESET to start the timer. 2. DOOR STATUS 5. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets. LIFTGATE/GLASS 6. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED 21 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) OIL LIFE 2. MYKEY MILES (if programmed) 11. Instrument Cluster MPG (L/km) This displays instantaneous fuel... vehicle feature customization Press the SETUP button repeatedly to ↑ excellent economy. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. FUEL LEVEL 10. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM 9. To operate, do the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4.
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... disabled, the outside release handle and the rear cargo area control button are in the closed position. AIR SUSPENSION Before disabling the air suspension, make sure the liftgate and liftgate glass are off . 23 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster • OUT: the running boards will continue to function...
... disabled, the outside release handle and the rear cargo area control button are in the closed position. AIR SUSPENSION Before disabling the air suspension, make sure the liftgate and liftgate glass are off . 23 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster • OUT: the running boards will continue to function...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... Maintenance and Specifications chapter. When oil life left reaches 0%. OIL CHANGE REQUIRED - Displayed when the air suspension system is not operating properly. Displayed when the braking system is not operating properly. If the warning stays... to Windshield washer fluid in the Driving chapter. CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) - Displayed when the air suspension is less than 3 mph (5 km/h). Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is off the road as soon as ...stays on , contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 27 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
... Maintenance and Specifications chapter. When oil life left reaches 0%. OIL CHANGE REQUIRED - Displayed when the air suspension system is not operating properly. Displayed when the braking system is not operating properly. If the warning stays... to Windshield washer fluid in the Driving chapter. CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) - Displayed when the air suspension is less than 3 mph (5 km/h). Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is off the road as soon as ...stays on , contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 27 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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Lights • Rotate to the left position, it acts as the horizontal reference line. 57 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is at the assembly plant. This will ensure... the wall or screen and open the hood. Cover one of masking tape works well). 3. Vertical aim adjustment Before aim adjustment, disable the air suspension system. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on position to disable the illuminated entry feature. Rotate the dimmer switch from that your vehicle are visible under...
Lights • Rotate to the left position, it acts as the horizontal reference line. 57 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is at the assembly plant. This will ensure... the wall or screen and open the hood. Cover one of masking tape works well). 3. Vertical aim adjustment Before aim adjustment, disable the air suspension system. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on position to disable the illuminated entry feature. Rotate the dimmer switch from that your vehicle are visible under...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...Tire Identification Number for traceability. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that the tire meets all -terrain) as possible. 194 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to provide a safe ride and ...replacement requirements Your vehicle is not found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If this information is equipped with the letters "DOT" and indicates that are...
...Tire Identification Number for traceability. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that the tire meets all -terrain) as possible. 194 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to provide a safe ride and ...replacement requirements Your vehicle is not found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If this information is equipped with the letters "DOT" and indicates that are...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... all four wheels. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may be equipped with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may be out of your tires and should also be used in brand, size or appearance from hitting a curb or pothole can cause... road tires and wheels. If your vehicle seems to pull to your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to the vehicle requirements. 197 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
... all four wheels. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may be equipped with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may be out of your tires and should also be used in brand, size or appearance from hitting a curb or pothole can cause... road tires and wheels. If your vehicle seems to pull to your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to the vehicle requirements. 197 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The tires on dry roads. 207 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Use of any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with suspension components. • Chains are no longer needed. Other conventional link type chains may interfere with tire ...front wheels as this does not work, remove the chains to prevent damage to provide traction in rain and snow. Note: The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. However, in an increased risk of loss of your vehicle, which could cause steering...
The tires on dry roads. 207 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Use of any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with suspension components. • Chains are no longer needed. Other conventional link type chains may interfere with tire ...front wheels as this does not work, remove the chains to prevent damage to provide traction in rain and snow. Note: The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. However, in an increased risk of loss of your vehicle, which could cause steering...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... in this chapter. • Service your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. The kit containing the electrical jumper and trailer tow electrical instructions may be removed from any authorized dealer (part number 4L1Z-14A348-AA). 215 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) The 4-pin connector supplies power to...
... in this chapter. • Service your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. The kit containing the electrical jumper and trailer tow electrical instructions may be removed from any authorized dealer (part number 4L1Z-14A348-AA). 215 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) The 4-pin connector supplies power to...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...on the fender, this system. If not level, remove the trailer, adjust the ball height accordingly, and repeat steps 3 - 6. 218 Mode 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Weight-distributing hitch - Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the trailer) on a level ... the following procedure: 1. lb (kg) Weight - Check that the height of the trailer. • Weight-distributing - vehicles without air suspension When hooking-up brackets. requires a draw bar and hitch ball. Tires, Wheels and Loading Integrated hitch rating The standard integrated hitch has two...
...on the fender, this system. If not level, remove the trailer, adjust the ball height accordingly, and repeat steps 3 - 6. 218 Mode 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Weight-distributing hitch - Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the trailer) on a level ... the following procedure: 1. lb (kg) Weight - Check that the height of the trailer. • Weight-distributing - vehicles without air suspension When hooking-up brackets. requires a draw bar and hitch ball. Tires, Wheels and Loading Integrated hitch rating The standard integrated hitch has two...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... so will defeat the function of the weight-distributing hitch, which may cause unpredictable handling, and could result in serious personal injury. 219 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Measure the height of the top of the front wheel opening , repeating steps 7-9 as...adjust the ball height accordingly, and repeat steps 4 - 10. With the ignition on and all doors closed , let the vehicle with air suspension When hooking-up a trailer using a weight-distributing hitch, always use the following procedure: 1. WARNING: Do not adjust a weight-distributing hitch to...
... so will defeat the function of the weight-distributing hitch, which may cause unpredictable handling, and could result in serious personal injury. 219 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Measure the height of the top of the front wheel opening , repeating steps 7-9 as...adjust the ball height accordingly, and repeat steps 4 - 10. With the ignition on and all doors closed , let the vehicle with air suspension When hooking-up a trailer using a weight-distributing hitch, always use the following procedure: 1. WARNING: Do not adjust a weight-distributing hitch to...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...of the AdvanceTrac with RSC system, the stability control light will only intervene if the driving situation requires it. 234 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) WARNING: If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac with RSC.... Have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. Driving WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may interfere with...
...of the AdvanceTrac with RSC system, the stability control light will only intervene if the driving situation requires it. 234 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) WARNING: If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac with RSC.... Have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. Driving WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may interfere with...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... wheel(s) • Uneven vehicle loading • High crown in center of road • High crosswinds • Wheels out of alignment • Loose or worn suspension components 239 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) If the noise is normal during operation. If the steering wanders or pulls, check for low power...
... wheel(s) • Uneven vehicle loading • High crown in center of road • High crosswinds • Wheels out of alignment • Loose or worn suspension components 239 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) If the noise is normal during operation. If the steering wanders or pulls, check for low power...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... operation does not require any load changes. (The air compressor may not operate. WARNING: On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn the air suspension and the ignition switch off ; PREPARING TO DRIVE WARNING: Utility vehicles have larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the...of vehicles. Utility vehicles and trucks have a significantly higher rollover rate than a passenger car. 240 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) The air suspension system will stay active for 40 minutes after the ignition is turned off to accommodate any action ...
... operation does not require any load changes. (The air compressor may not operate. WARNING: On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn the air suspension and the ignition switch off ; PREPARING TO DRIVE WARNING: Utility vehicles have larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the...of vehicles. Utility vehicles and trucks have a significantly higher rollover rate than a passenger car. 240 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) The air suspension system will stay active for 40 minutes after the ignition is turned off to accommodate any action ...
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... properly may void the warranty, increase your vehicle have been designed and tested to heavy off-road usage. 262 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and modifications The suspension and steering systems on your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety...
... properly may void the warranty, increase your vehicle have been designed and tested to heavy off-road usage. 262 2012 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and modifications The suspension and steering systems on your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety...