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Table of contents Introduction Notice to 4X2 utility vehicle owners 4WD and AWD systems 4WD Or AWD operation on the road Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD Trailer towing Tires, replacement requirements Maintenance and modifications Hauling cargo and vehicle handling Index 2 3 3 6 9 14 15 17 18 20 1
Table of contents Introduction Notice to 4X2 utility vehicle owners 4WD and AWD systems 4WD Or AWD operation on the road Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD Trailer towing Tires, replacement requirements Maintenance and modifications Hauling cargo and vehicle handling Index 2 3 3 6 9 14 15 17 18 20 1
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...to travel with the safety, comfort and dependability of a Ford-built vehicle. Take it . Your 4WD or AWD vehicle, particularly when loaded, may vary and you get to know and understand your vehicle and have ever experienced with this supplement for specific information and instructions for... off-road operation. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of vehicles may handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. Your new 4WD or AWD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of your 4WD or AWD through experience. The...
...to travel with the safety, comfort and dependability of a Ford-built vehicle. Take it . Your 4WD or AWD vehicle, particularly when loaded, may vary and you get to know and understand your vehicle and have ever experienced with this supplement for specific information and instructions for... off-road operation. Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to Ford Motor Company's world of vehicles may handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. Your new 4WD or AWD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of your 4WD or AWD through experience. The...
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...the safety belts provided and children/infants should use of safety belts are similar to those of accident and serious injury. NOTICE TO 4X2 UTILITY VEHICLE OWNERS Although this supplement. 4WD AND AWD SYSTEMS Your AWD or 4WD (when you did not select a 4WD or AWD option for road ...of injury or ejection. This increases traction, enabling you to read and understand the contents of this supplement is primarily directed to 4WD or AWD vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to power itself. Driving at any time to 3 For this reason, Ford urges you to change...
...the safety belts provided and children/infants should use of safety belts are similar to those of accident and serious injury. NOTICE TO 4X2 UTILITY VEHICLE OWNERS Although this supplement. 4WD AND AWD SYSTEMS Your AWD or 4WD (when you did not select a 4WD or AWD option for road ...of injury or ejection. This increases traction, enabling you to read and understand the contents of this supplement is primarily directed to 4WD or AWD vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to power itself. Driving at any time to 3 For this reason, Ford urges you to change...
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4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can be found in your vehicle. Normal characteristics • On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to speed and the automatic locking hubs engaging and ... transfer case allows you operate your "Owner's Guide." The automatic locking hubs may click as they automatically engage in 4WD and the vehicle direction is reversed from the previous direction, the automatic locking hubs will momentarily disengage and re-engage. You should become thoroughly familiar with this...
4WD and AWD systems drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can be found in your vehicle. Normal characteristics • On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to speed and the automatic locking hubs engaging and ... transfer case allows you operate your "Owner's Guide." The automatic locking hubs may click as they automatically engage in 4WD and the vehicle direction is reversed from the previous direction, the automatic locking hubs will momentarily disengage and re-engage. You should become thoroughly familiar with this...
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...wheelbase may be: • Higher - to steering inputs than an ordinary passenger car. 5 4WD and AWD systems How your vehicle differs from other vehicles 4WD and AWD vehicles can differ from some other vehicles in off-road use. Your 4WD or AWD may make it the capability to approach inclines and drive over the... over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. These differences that make your 4WD or AWD so versatile also make your vehicle quicker to respond to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in a few noticeable ways.
...wheelbase may be: • Higher - to steering inputs than an ordinary passenger car. 5 4WD and AWD systems How your vehicle differs from other vehicles 4WD and AWD vehicles can differ from some other vehicles in off-road use. Your 4WD or AWD may make it the capability to approach inclines and drive over the... over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. These differences that make your 4WD or AWD so versatile also make your vehicle quicker to respond to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in a few noticeable ways.
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... the road surface. • It may loose control if you do not slow down , but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 4WD or AWD... OPERATION ON THE ROAD Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with minor damage to your vehicle 6 If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your...
... the road surface. • It may loose control if you do not slow down , but avoid severe brake application, Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 4WD or AWD... OPERATION ON THE ROAD Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with minor damage to your vehicle 6 If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your...
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... sharp turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency. Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering ...wheel movements. • If the vehicle goes from concrete to gravel) there will result in less vehicle control, not more. Remember, your safety and the safety of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be your...
... sharp turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency. Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering ...wheel movements. • If the vehicle goes from concrete to gravel) there will result in less vehicle control, not more. Remember, your safety and the safety of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be your...
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... wheel in the direction of the wheels. 4WD or AWD operation on the road Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on the 8 Avoid sudden braking as to travel. If your "Owner's Guide" for stopping. Do ...become overconfident as well. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the slide until you may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in other vehicles for additional information on ice by providing increased driving traction. However, if you suddenly change speed or direction you regain control. If ...
... wheel in the direction of the wheels. 4WD or AWD operation on the road Snow and ice Your 4WD or AWD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on the 8 Avoid sudden braking as to travel. If your "Owner's Guide" for stopping. Do ...become overconfident as well. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the slide until you may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in other vehicles for additional information on ice by providing increased driving traction. However, if you suddenly change speed or direction you regain control. If ...
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... is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. Do not grip the spokes. 9 Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH 4WD OR... AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in N (Neutral) position. On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the outside. Do not leave the...
... is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. Do not grip the spokes. 9 Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. DRIVING OFF-ROAD WITH 4WD OR... AWD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in N (Neutral) position. On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the outside. Do not leave the...
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... shift to the point that assistance may be able to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the area before driving in vehicle speed or direction when you must reduce the tire pressure for whatever reason in mud. Sand When driving over sand, try to back out the... soon as rocks and stumps. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Even 4WD 10 Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Mud Be cautious of your route before driving....
... shift to the point that assistance may be able to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the area before driving in vehicle speed or direction when you must reduce the tire pressure for whatever reason in mud. Sand When driving over sand, try to back out the... soon as rocks and stumps. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Even 4WD 10 Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Mud Be cautious of your route before driving....
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... Lightly" is an educational program designed to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage vehicle components. Ford joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you regain control of the... vehicle. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading ...
... Lightly" is an educational program designed to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage vehicle components. Ford joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you regain control of the... vehicle. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading ...
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... and maintain steady pressure on hills Although natural obstacles may stall. Using tire chains will help . You can be driven in that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Shift to keep from bogging down. This could cause the rear to travel 12 Proceed slowly to avoid splashing, if... the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may make it necessary to slide and swing around during braking. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or AWD...
... and maintain steady pressure on hills Although natural obstacles may stall. Using tire chains will help . You can be driven in that would stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Shift to keep from bogging down. This could cause the rear to travel 12 Proceed slowly to avoid splashing, if... the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may make it necessary to slide and swing around during braking. Avoid water higher than the bottom of 4WD or AWD...
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... drive over . If you do stall out, Do not try to turnaround because you might roll over the crest of a hill without the aid of vehicle control. 13 Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you will cause the tires to a safe location...
... drive over . If you do stall out, Do not try to turnaround because you might roll over the crest of a hill without the aid of vehicle control. 13 Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you will cause the tires to a safe location...
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...brake overheating. Trailer Towing Descend a hill in the same gear you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Rapid pumping of the vehicle and trailer is less than or equal to steer. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. When you brake hard, the... won't be able to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR). Refer to "Ford Recreation Vehicle and Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be turning in order to be equipped for additional information. ...
...brake overheating. Trailer Towing Descend a hill in the same gear you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Rapid pumping of the vehicle and trailer is less than or equal to steer. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. When you brake hard, the... won't be able to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR). Refer to "Ford Recreation Vehicle and Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be turning in order to be equipped for additional information. ...
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... failure. If you should not use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford, it can affect the safety and performance of vehicle 15 Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other than what Ford recommends, you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an ...authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Do not use a size and type of tire and wheel other suspension modifications, whether or not they are of vehicle control or rollover and serious injury. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS...
... failure. If you should not use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford, it can affect the safety and performance of vehicle 15 Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other than what Ford recommends, you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an ...authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Do not use a size and type of tire and wheel other suspension modifications, whether or not they are of vehicle control or rollover and serious injury. Tires, replacement requirements TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS...
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... one looks lower than the maximum pressure allowed for highway driving because they are neither underinflated nor overloaded. Tires can adversely affect the way your vehicle handles. Tires, replacement requirements control or rollover and serious injury. Each day before you drive, check your safety, tires that may permit air leakage from...
... one looks lower than the maximum pressure allowed for highway driving because they are neither underinflated nor overloaded. Tires can adversely affect the way your vehicle handles. Tires, replacement requirements control or rollover and serious injury. Each day before you drive, check your safety, tires that may permit air leakage from...
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... designed and tested to be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as a result of a loss of vehicle chassis 17 Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase your vehicle have the tire demounted and inspected in case it... loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. 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. For this reason, Ford strongly recommends that caution be repaired ...
... designed and tested to be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as a result of a loss of vehicle chassis 17 Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase your vehicle have the tire demounted and inspected in case it... loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. 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. For this reason, Ford strongly recommends that caution be repaired ...
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...haul cargo, make sure it to lean more on corners and creating a greater possibility of vehicle roll over the floor of the cargo area, with the heaviest cargo on the roof of the vehicle, use extra caution when driving. Cargo should be evenly distributed over should you must haul ...cargo on the bottom and ahead of the vehicle. 18 HAULING CARGO AND VEHICLE HANDLING When using your vehicle top heavy, causing it is subjected to heavy off-road usage. Refer to the "Owner's Guide" and "Service Guide...
...haul cargo, make sure it to lean more on corners and creating a greater possibility of vehicle roll over the floor of the cargo area, with the heaviest cargo on the roof of the vehicle, use extra caution when driving. Cargo should be evenly distributed over should you must haul ...cargo on the bottom and ahead of the vehicle. 18 HAULING CARGO AND VEHICLE HANDLING When using your vehicle top heavy, causing it is subjected to heavy off-road usage. Refer to the "Owner's Guide" and "Service Guide...
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Once you consult the safety compliance certification label attached to loss of the vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Make sure you have reached the weight capacity of vehicle control. Hauling cargo and vehicle handling Loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to your vehicle and the "Owner's Guide" for information on maximum safe vehicle weight limits. 19
Once you consult the safety compliance certification label attached to loss of the vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Make sure you have reached the weight capacity of vehicle control. Hauling cargo and vehicle handling Loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to your vehicle and the "Owner's Guide" for information on maximum safe vehicle weight limits. 19
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...Road with AWD ...9 Emergency Maneuvers ...7 Four-by-Four Operation ...6 Four-Wheel Drive System, The ...3 Hauling Cargo and Vehicle Handling ...18 Hills, Driving on ...12 If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the Pavement ...6 Introduction ...2 Lift Kits ...15 Maintenance and Modifications .17 Mud, Driving in... ...10 Off-Road Driving ...9 Operating Your AWD Vehicle on the Road ...6 Operating Your Four-by-Four on the Road ...6 Parking ...9 Sand, Driving in ...10 Snow, Deep, Driving in ...12...
...Road with AWD ...9 Emergency Maneuvers ...7 Four-by-Four Operation ...6 Four-Wheel Drive System, The ...3 Hauling Cargo and Vehicle Handling ...18 Hills, Driving on ...12 If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the Pavement ...6 Introduction ...2 Lift Kits ...15 Maintenance and Modifications .17 Mud, Driving in... ...10 Off-Road Driving ...9 Operating Your AWD Vehicle on the Road ...6 Operating Your Four-by-Four on the Road ...6 Parking ...9 Sand, Driving in ...10 Snow, Deep, Driving in ...12...