Owner's Manual
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...child safety seats Use a safety seat that seating position (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is recommended for the size and weight of the child. Never use the safety seat properly, the child may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Make...instructions with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place seat back in upright position. 126 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Carefully follow the information presented in the Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS)...
...child safety seats Use a safety seat that seating position (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is recommended for the size and weight of the child. Never use the safety seat properly, the child may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Make...instructions with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place seat back in upright position. 126 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Carefully follow the information presented in the Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS)...
Owner's Manual
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...the brakes by moving your vehicle will guide you picked it up from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of the wheel rims (for maximum payload. Properly loading your vehicle slowly while applying light ... that is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of fuel and all standard equipment. The 161 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Traction or brake capability may allow water into the transmission...
...the brakes by moving your vehicle will guide you picked it up from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of the wheel rims (for maximum payload. Properly loading your vehicle slowly while applying light ... that is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of fuel and all standard equipment. The 161 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Traction or brake capability may allow water into the transmission...
Owner's Manual
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... if there is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by payload capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). If any aftermarket or dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle, the weight of the equipment must be limited either by volume capacity (how much space is available) or... tire label is space available. Driving payload listed on the tire label in order to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 162 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
... if there is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by payload capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). If any aftermarket or dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle, the weight of the equipment must be limited either by volume capacity (how much space is available) or... tire label is space available. Driving payload listed on the tire label in order to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 162 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 163 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) These numbers are shown...
... substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 163 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) These numbers are shown...
Owner's Manual
Page 164
... functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) - is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver's door or door pillar. The GVW must never exceed ...the GCWR. 164 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or...
... functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) - is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver's door or door pillar. The GVW must never exceed ...the GCWR. 164 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or...
Owner's Manual
Page 165
... amount of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. Subtract the combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity. Metric conversion; 295 kg (635-340 (5 x 68) = 295 kg). 165 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) ...Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight - refers to 1,304 kg). For an 11,500 (5,216 kg) fifth wheel trailer, multiply by...
... amount of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. Subtract the combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity. Metric conversion; 295 kg (635-340 (5 x 68) = 295 kg). 165 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) ...Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight - refers to 1,304 kg). For an 11,500 (5,216 kg) fifth wheel trailer, multiply by...
Owner's Manual
Page 166
.... 3. Driving 5. Loaded vehicles may handle differently than most passenger cars. This is the maximum trailer weight your type of vehicle, see the Preparing to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load...Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be below the maximum trailer weight shown in Step 4. 6. Weigh your vehicle will be transferred to a shipping company or an inspection station...capacity calculated in the chart. 166 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
.... 3. Driving 5. Loaded vehicles may handle differently than most passenger cars. This is the maximum trailer weight your type of vehicle, see the Preparing to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load...Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be below the maximum trailer weight shown in Step 4. 6. Weigh your vehicle will be transferred to a shipping company or an inspection station...capacity calculated in the chart. 166 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...Follow these guidelines to Driving while you tow a trailer. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 167 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Refer to...the label, refer to use of your vehicle. For your vehicle more frequently if you tow in this chapter when figuring the total weight of a trailer tow option package. Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the certification label. Refer to Preparing to tow in...
...Follow these guidelines to Driving while you tow a trailer. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 167 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Refer to...the label, refer to use of your vehicle. For your vehicle more frequently if you tow in this chapter when figuring the total weight of a trailer tow option package. Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the certification label. Refer to Preparing to tow in...
Owner's Manual
Page 168
...to calculate your vehicle load, refer to protect the engine from overheating. Towing a trailer over 3,500 lbs. (1,588 kg.) requires a weight distributing hitch. 168 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) range-lbs. (kg) (kg) (0-Maximum... on steep grades, the A/C system may result in this chapter. Driving 4x2 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum Trailer weight GCWR-lbs. Maximum trailer weights shown. For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation...
...to calculate your vehicle load, refer to protect the engine from overheating. Towing a trailer over 3,500 lbs. (1,588 kg.) requires a weight distributing hitch. 168 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) range-lbs. (kg) (kg) (0-Maximum... on steep grades, the A/C system may result in this chapter. Driving 4x2 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum Trailer weight GCWR-lbs. Maximum trailer weights shown. For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation...
Owner's Manual
Page 169
...Towing 4.6L* Class III/IV 3.73/3.73 LS 11600 (5262) 0-6875 (0-3118) Towing Notes: - Towing a trailer over 3,500 lbs. (1,588 kg) requires a weight distributing hitch. Use a load carrying hitch. This may cycle on the tongue, not to Vehicle loading in this chapter. Preparing to tow Use the proper...weight of terms used in your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. For definitions of the trailer is properly attached to your vehicle load, refer to exceed the maximum tongue loads as stated: • Class II receiver: 159 kg (350 lbs.) 169 REVIEW COPY: 2004 ...
...Towing 4.6L* Class III/IV 3.73/3.73 LS 11600 (5262) 0-6875 (0-3118) Towing Notes: - Towing a trailer over 3,500 lbs. (1,588 kg) requires a weight distributing hitch. Use a load carrying hitch. This may cycle on the tongue, not to Vehicle loading in this chapter. Preparing to tow Use the proper...weight of terms used in your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. For definitions of the trailer is properly attached to your vehicle load, refer to exceed the maximum tongue loads as stated: • Class II receiver: 159 kg (350 lbs.) 169 REVIEW COPY: 2004 ...
Owner's Manual
Page 170
...vehicle may be required. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are required on long, steep grades. 170 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Never connect any trailer lighting to your chances of the vehicle hitch...safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of having a collision greatly increase. Driving • Class III/IV receiver: 227 kg (500 lbs.) (weight carrying); 349 kg (770 lbs.) (weight distributing) Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the bumper.
...vehicle may be required. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are required on long, steep grades. 170 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Never connect any trailer lighting to your chances of the vehicle hitch...safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of having a collision greatly increase. Driving • Class III/IV receiver: 227 kg (500 lbs.) (weight carrying); 349 kg (770 lbs.) (weight distributing) Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the bumper.
Owner's Manual
Page 171
...brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may overheat and become less effective. • The trailer tongue weight should not be 10-15% of the vehicle trailer combination. If this occurs, reduce speed until the coolant temperature returns to Engine coolant ... turning, stopping and backing up before backing the trailer into the water. Servicing after the trailer is removed from the water. 171 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may ...
...brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may overheat and become less effective. • The trailer tongue weight should not be 10-15% of the vehicle trailer combination. If this occurs, reduce speed until the coolant temperature returns to Engine coolant ... turning, stopping and backing up before backing the trailer into the water. Servicing after the trailer is removed from the water. 171 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may ...
Owner's Manual
Page 240
...in fuel consumption. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of alignment will experience an increase in... your Miles 240 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended...
...in fuel consumption. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of alignment will experience an increase in... your Miles 240 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended...
Owner's Manual
Page 248
...in case of the tire and also provides a U.S. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of a recall. 248 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and...of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. • Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of all tires. Increasing the inflation pressure...
...in case of the tire and also provides a U.S. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of a recall. 248 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and...of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. • Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of all tires. Increasing the inflation pressure...
Owner's Manual
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... size, load index and speed rating. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the following chart. 249 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) If not, contact a local tire dealer. These ratings are listed below. (Note...(159 km/h) to be different than this may be adjusted for your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to how much weight a tire can carry. The definitions of load and inflation pressure. If you change your vehicle may mean it is not required by the ...
... size, load index and speed rating. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the following chart. 249 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) If not, contact a local tire dealer. These ratings are listed below. (Note...(159 km/h) to be different than this may be adjusted for your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to how much weight a tire can carry. The definitions of load and inflation pressure. If you change your vehicle may mean it is not required by the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 269
...of letters and numbers. The VIN is attached to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also found on the Certification label. (Please note that a ... affixed to a metal tag and is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver side instrument panel. Model year 269 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Engine type 5. The VIN number is a 17 digit...
...of letters and numbers. The VIN is attached to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also found on the Certification label. (Please note that a ... affixed to a metal tag and is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver side instrument panel. Model year 269 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Engine type 5. The VIN number is a 17 digit...
Owner's Manual
Page 273
...equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of mobile communications systems - such as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Accessories Interior style ...Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for specific weight information. • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use . 273 REVIEW COPY...
...equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of mobile communications systems - such as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Accessories Interior style ...Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for specific weight information. • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use . 273 REVIEW COPY...
Owner's Manual
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... cap (see Fuel cap) ...236 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...237 Gauges ...15 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) calculating ...166 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) calculating ...166 H Hazard flashers ...174 Head restraints ...92 Headlamps aiming ...35 bulb specifications ...37 daytime running... out of fuel ...236 safety information relating to pass ...34 high beam ...34 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...27-28 REVIEW COPY: 2004 ...
... cap (see Fuel cap) ...236 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...237 Gauges ...15 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) calculating ...166 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) calculating ...166 H Hazard flashers ...174 Head restraints ...92 Headlamps aiming ...35 bulb specifications ...37 daytime running... out of fuel ...236 safety information relating to pass ...34 high beam ...34 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...27-28 REVIEW COPY: 2004 ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
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...accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your "Owner's Guide" for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. Other terms related to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems,...vehicle can contribute to loss of passenger safety, including damage to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Look for your vehicle's maximum payload. Overloading or improperly loading your ...
...accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your "Owner's Guide" for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. Other terms related to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems,...vehicle can contribute to loss of passenger safety, including damage to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Look for your vehicle's maximum payload. Overloading or improperly loading your ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
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... sure it is used 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 the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of the camper cargo, and the weight of all the passengers and cargo in a collision.
... sure it is used 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 the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of the camper cargo, and the weight of all the passengers and cargo in a collision.