Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... 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 Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 16 19 20 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information...
... 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 Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 16 19 20 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information...
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... to the vehicle. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute 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 increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded...
... to the vehicle. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute 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 increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded...
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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. 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). Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide".
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. 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). Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide".
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... 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 Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 16 19 20 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 1 Ford may change the contents without notice and...
... 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 Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 16 19 20 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 1 Ford may change the contents without notice and...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... handling capability and contribute to loss of passenger safety, including damage 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 increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded...
... handling capability and contribute to loss of passenger safety, including damage 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 increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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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). Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide". 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.
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). Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide". 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.
Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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... service. Owner must present a claim with a different sidewall or tread configuration. Owner is responsible for maintaining proper tire air pressure and for tire rotation, alignment, towing, road service, valve stems and tire repairs. For the nearest Authorized Dealer, consult the Yellow Pages, the Continental/General Tire brand internet address, or the...
... service. Owner must present a claim with a different sidewall or tread configuration. Owner is responsible for maintaining proper tire air pressure and for tire rotation, alignment, towing, road service, valve stems and tire repairs. For the nearest Authorized Dealer, consult the Yellow Pages, the Continental/General Tire brand internet address, or the...
Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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...cause misalignment of your tires must be inspected by a tire retailer at normal or highway speeds, examine your vehicle for further recommendations on trailer towing. 33 At this will build up when only 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of tread is found, the tire must the maximum ...contain wear indicators ЉWear BarsЉ in the grooves of the tire tread which show up excessive heat that your vehicle. TRAILER TOWING If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit a tire retailer for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Do not exceed this stage are...
...cause misalignment of your tires must be inspected by a tire retailer at normal or highway speeds, examine your vehicle for further recommendations on trailer towing. 33 At this will build up when only 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of tread is found, the tire must the maximum ...contain wear indicators ЉWear BarsЉ in the grooves of the tire tread which show up excessive heat that your vehicle. TRAILER TOWING If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit a tire retailer for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Do not exceed this stage are...
Customer Assistance Guide 4th Printing
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...Roadside Assistance. Should you how to use our six-step Pre-Delivery and seven-step Delivery processes to meet your introduction to Mercury Commitment: a comprehensive benefits package designed to help , you with unlimited mileage and no deductible. For additional help ensure your ...will receive 24-hour towing throughout the three year/36,000-mile warranty (warranty, non-warranty and collision). Or, dial the Mercury Assistance Center at 800-392-3673 and one of Mercury Commitment®, you 're a valued Mercury driver, we've attached Mercury Commitment® Owner Identification...
...Roadside Assistance. Should you how to use our six-step Pre-Delivery and seven-step Delivery processes to meet your introduction to Mercury Commitment: a comprehensive benefits package designed to help , you with unlimited mileage and no deductible. For additional help ensure your ...will receive 24-hour towing throughout the three year/36,000-mile warranty (warranty, non-warranty and collision). Or, dial the Mercury Assistance Center at 800-392-3673 and one of Mercury Commitment®, you 're a valued Mercury driver, we've attached Mercury Commitment® Owner Identification...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... ''Cars & Minivans'') and ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule to follow . For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under ЉExceptionsЉ on page 46 • Engine oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant - If so, follow , ask ...part, do you drive your driving habits and the conditions under which you 're unsure about which maintenance schedule is easy. Towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads Extensive idling and/or driving at the specified interval or in conjunction with a repair. Oils...
... ''Cars & Minivans'') and ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule to follow . For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under ЉExceptionsЉ on page 46 • Engine oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant - If so, follow , ask ...part, do you drive your driving habits and the conditions under which you 're unsure about which maintenance schedule is easy. Towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads Extensive idling and/or driving at the specified interval or in conjunction with a repair. Oils...
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...is not necessary to have some items maintained more demanding "Special Operating Conditions" listed below, you will need to perform the additional maintenance. Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Every... see your dealership service advisor or qualified service professional. SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as in one of engine operation Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm...
...is not necessary to have some items maintained more demanding "Special Operating Conditions" listed below, you will need to perform the additional maintenance. Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Every... see your dealership service advisor or qualified service professional. SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as in one of engine operation Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm...
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Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ 5 years or 100,000 miles - During extended trailer tow operation above 45 mph, non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. Add friction modifier ...
Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ 5 years or 100,000 miles - During extended trailer tow operation above 45 mph, non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. Add friction modifier ...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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...covered by the complimentary Ford Roadside Assistance Program (unless you need towing after Bumper to the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership. 10 If you are driving a daily rental unit). For daily rental units that must be towed because a covered part has failed during the Bumper to Bumper... Warranty period, Ford will cover towing to Bumper Coverage has ended, Ford can arrange roadside assistance and charge your selling dealership ...
...covered by the complimentary Ford Roadside Assistance Program (unless you need towing after Bumper to the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership. 10 If you are driving a daily rental unit). For daily rental units that must be towed because a covered part has failed during the Bumper to Bumper... Warranty period, Ford will cover towing to Bumper Coverage has ended, Ford can arrange roadside assistance and charge your selling dealership ...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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... This information is tailored to fit your dealer for certain maintenance and wear items); When you purchase Ford ESP, you purchase (such as: reimbursement for towing and rental. and • protection against covered repair costs after your new car or light truck by Ford Motor Company or subsidiaries of more protection...
... This information is tailored to fit your dealer for certain maintenance and wear items); When you purchase Ford ESP, you purchase (such as: reimbursement for towing and rental. and • protection against covered repair costs after your new car or light truck by Ford Motor Company or subsidiaries of more protection...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...Cleaning 223 2 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 81 81 89 103 118 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Tire Inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 130 132 134... Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 188 188 189 190 190 197 208 209 214 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
...Cleaning 223 2 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 81 81 89 103 118 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Tire Inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 130 132 134... Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 188 188 189 190 190 197 208 209 214 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is provided to drive continuously at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation, since ... piston ring seating. Introduction BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in front of an active passenger airbag. 6 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Drive your vehicle's New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that ...
... Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is provided to drive continuously at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation, since ... piston ring seating. Introduction BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in front of an active passenger airbag. 6 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Drive your vehicle's New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...on how to indicate normal system functionality. You need to have an extra coded key, you can program your spare keys to your vehicle towed to the coded key, but may cause vehicle starting the engine. Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don't have... instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position, the anti-theft indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to be programmed. 77 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The key codes need to indicate the SecuriLock system is functioning as a theft deterrent. •...
...on how to indicate normal system functionality. You need to have an extra coded key, you can program your spare keys to your vehicle towed to the coded key, but may cause vehicle starting the engine. Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don't have... instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position, the anti-theft indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to be programmed. 77 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The key codes need to indicate the SecuriLock system is functioning as a theft deterrent. •...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...not modify the front end of an active airbag. Failure to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure, tow hooks and B-pillar surrounding parts may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of additional equipment. Airbags can kill or injure a child...affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 105 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Please refer to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its ...
...not modify the front end of an active airbag. Failure to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure, tow hooks and B-pillar surrounding parts may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of additional equipment. Airbags can kill or injure a child...affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 105 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Please refer to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... explosion. This may eventually have a flat tire on the highway. If you can cause the front end of the TPMS, and is flashing, your 139 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can safely pull off the road... run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If your tires. Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to do with your TPMS, or some component of the 35 mph (55 km/h) point indicated on...
... explosion. This may eventually have a flat tire on the highway. If you can cause the front end of the TPMS, and is flashing, your 139 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can safely pull off the road... run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If your tires. Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to do with your TPMS, or some component of the 35 mph (55 km/h) point indicated on...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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is also part of cargo weight. including vehicle curb weight and all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) - GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - includes all payload. 155 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
is also part of cargo weight. including vehicle curb weight and all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) - GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - includes all payload. 155 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)