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.... Most importantly, you'll be able to travel unlike what you get to know and understand your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-hauling or off-road operation. Your new vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of travel with a conventional car. All occupants must wear the...
.... Most importantly, you'll be able to travel unlike what you get to know and understand your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-hauling or off-road operation. Your new vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of travel with a conventional car. All occupants must wear the...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...of your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 16 Look for statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to determine your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as a snowplow has been ...Do not overload your vehicle's maximum payload. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your "Owner's Guide" for additional information regarding...
...of your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 16 Look for statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to determine your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as a snowplow has been ...Do not overload your vehicle's maximum payload. Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your "Owner's Guide" for additional information regarding...
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... in your vehicle. 17 Any load placed on the roof rack should be properly secured and evenly distributed over the floor of the cargo area, with the heaviest cargo on the bottom and ahead of vehicle rollover. People who are much more likely to be evenly distributed over the roof rack area... risk of the roof rack area. Do not allow people to ride in corners and creating a greater possibility of the rear axle. Loading cargo on the roof Cargo placed on the roof of the vehicle. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle...
... in your vehicle. 17 Any load placed on the roof rack should be properly secured and evenly distributed over the floor of the cargo area, with the heaviest cargo on the bottom and ahead of vehicle rollover. People who are much more likely to be evenly distributed over the roof rack area... risk of the roof rack area. Do not allow people to ride in corners and creating a greater possibility of the rear axle. Loading cargo on the roof Cargo placed on the roof of the vehicle. Truck camper loading When the vehicle is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling of the vehicle...
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People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to be injured or killed in camper. For more likely to your truck camper loading label. 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 ride in a slide-in a collision. 18
People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information refer to be injured or killed in camper. For more likely to your truck camper loading label. 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 ride in a slide-in a collision. 18
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... (4wd) Supplement USA (fus) Take it slow and easy until you get to know and understand your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-hauling or off-road operation. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for safe driving. Your vehicle, particularly when loaded, will handle differently...
... (4wd) Supplement USA (fus) Take it slow and easy until you get to know and understand your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-hauling or off-road operation. Ford Motor Company reserves the right at speeds safe for safe driving. Your vehicle, particularly when loaded, will handle differently...
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...door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Look for your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or by payload capacity (how much space is space available. Once you have serious consequences in... can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to your vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your "Owner's Guide" for increased stopping...
...door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Look for your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or by payload capacity (how much space is space available. Once you have serious consequences in... can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to your vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your "Owner's Guide" for increased stopping...
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...rack load allowed for the vehicle. 20 2007 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement USA (fus) If you must haul cargo on the roof rack should tie down or restrain items in the cargo area so that they will tend to make sure it to lean more likely to be evenly distributed over... more top heavy, causing it is properly loaded to ride in a crash. Cargo should be properly secured and evenly distributed over the floor of the cargo area, with the heaviest cargo on the bottom and ahead of vehicle rollover. Cargo on the roof rack should be injured or killed in corners and creating...
...rack load allowed for the vehicle. 20 2007 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement USA (fus) If you must haul cargo on the roof rack should tie down or restrain items in the cargo area so that they will tend to make sure it to lean more likely to be evenly distributed over... more top heavy, causing it is properly loaded to ride in a crash. Cargo should be properly secured and evenly distributed over the floor of the cargo area, with the heaviest cargo on the bottom and ahead of vehicle rollover. Cargo on the roof rack should be injured or killed in corners and creating...
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...information refer to your vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Truck camper loading When the vehicle 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 gravity zone when installed. Never allow people to be injured or killed in your truck camper loading label. The ...
...information refer to your vehicle. Loading Your Vehicle Truck camper loading When the vehicle 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 gravity zone when installed. Never allow people to be injured or killed in your truck camper loading label. The ...
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... Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may require a trailer tow package). The combined total weight of the vehicle, additional trailer tow equipment, trailer, and any trailer cargo must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized dealer for towing trailers (or may be...
... Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may require a trailer tow package). The combined total weight of the vehicle, additional trailer tow equipment, trailer, and any trailer cargo must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized dealer for towing trailers (or may be...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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The map lamps will remain illuminated for 25 seconds. Cargo and dome lamp Rear cargo lamp equipped with a moon roof, the map lamps are closed and the control is in the ON position. • the control is in OFF/LOCK .... For models equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will automatically extinguish after 10 minutes when the ignition key is in the ON position. 46 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press the button on either side of each map lamp to illuminate the lamps. Lights • ON...
The map lamps will remain illuminated for 25 seconds. Cargo and dome lamp Rear cargo lamp equipped with a moon roof, the map lamps are closed and the control is in the ON position. • the control is in OFF/LOCK .... For models equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will automatically extinguish after 10 minutes when the ignition key is in the ON position. 46 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press the button on either side of each map lamp to illuminate the lamps. Lights • ON...
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...prevent exhaust fumes from falling out. They may cause injury in a sudden stop or collision. 74 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This will also prevent passengers and cargo from being drawn into the retention slots located on the rear trim panels. Secure both ends of ...your vehicle. CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo shade (if equipped) If your vehicle has a cargo shade, you must drive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open so outside air comes ...
...prevent exhaust fumes from falling out. They may cause injury in a sudden stop or collision. 74 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This will also prevent passengers and cargo from being drawn into the retention slots located on the rear trim panels. Secure both ends of ...your vehicle. CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo shade (if equipped) If your vehicle has a cargo shade, you must drive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open so outside air comes ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... (44 kg), evenly distributed on the small compartment is equipped with a roof rack. Driver Controls Cargo management system (if equipped) The cargo management system consists of the rear cargo area. 1. The lid can be removed to secure load. 75 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The maximum load for customer use...
... (44 kg), evenly distributed on the small compartment is equipped with a roof rack. Driver Controls Cargo management system (if equipped) The cargo management system consists of the rear cargo area. 1. The lid can be removed to secure load. 75 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The maximum load for customer use...
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... the controls to the 3 (RUN) position. 3. The lamps automatically turn the ignition to ensure a good activation. 89 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) this code is complete. The dome and cargo lamp controls must be OFF to indicate the perimeter lighting feature has been activated. 8. Turn the ignition from...
... the controls to the 3 (RUN) position. 3. The lamps automatically turn the ignition to ensure a good activation. 89 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) this code is complete. The dome and cargo lamp controls must be OFF to indicate the perimeter lighting feature has been activated. 8. Turn the ignition from...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... located directly behind your head or as possible. Seating and Safety Restraints FRONT SEATS Notes: Reclining the seatback can be moved up and down. 95 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Adjustable head restraints To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision...should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is in its proper position. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that ...
... located directly behind your head or as possible. Seating and Safety Restraints FRONT SEATS Notes: Reclining the seatback can be moved up and down. 95 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Adjustable head restraints To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision...should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is in its proper position. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...and low across the hips. Seating and Safety Restraints Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ...of a collision. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is located on the floor. 97 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase firmness.
...and low across the hips. Seating and Safety Restraints Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ...of a collision. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is located on the floor. 97 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase firmness.
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... the seatback as the seatback is locked into the seating position making sure that the seat cushion is rotated down into place and that cargo or any objects are exposed. Before returning the seatback to the original position on the seatback. Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Failure to ...do so could result in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Unsnap the safety belt webbing from the quarter trim panel. 103 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) After returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that the safety belt buckles...
... the seatback as the seatback is locked into the seating position making sure that the seat cushion is rotated down into place and that cargo or any objects are exposed. Before returning the seatback to the original position on the seatback. Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Failure to ...do so could result in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Unsnap the safety belt webbing from the quarter trim panel. 103 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) After returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that the safety belt buckles...
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... over the inside or outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under in these areas are designed to ride in a cargo area, inside shoulder. 3) Never use appropriate child restraints. 108 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To reduce the risk of your seatback upright and the lap belt...
... over the inside or outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under in these areas are designed to ride in a cargo area, inside shoulder. 3) Never use appropriate child restraints. 108 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To reduce the risk of your seatback upright and the lap belt...
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... Seating and Safety Restraints The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat The conditions listed above . 125 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Objects Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Unlit Passenger Airbag Disabled Small (i.e. 3 ring binder...seat back • Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket (if equipped) • Objects placed on the occupant's lap • Cargo interference with safety belt buckled Disabled Disabled If you think that are in the list above may not be disabled. Even though the passenger...
... Seating and Safety Restraints The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat The conditions listed above . 125 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Objects Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Unlit Passenger Airbag Disabled Small (i.e. 3 ring binder...seat back • Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket (if equipped) • Objects placed on the occupant's lap • Cargo interference with safety belt buckled Disabled Disabled If you think that are in the list above may not be disabled. Even though the passenger...
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... to an authorized dealer. If it is no longer illuminated • If the airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated, this Owner's Guide. 126 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) please take your vehicle immediately to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger...if equipped). Seating and Safety Restraints To reduce the risk of this may or may/not be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat. Check the "passenger airbag off" or "pass airbag off seat back if a child is interfering with the seat...
... to an authorized dealer. If it is no longer illuminated • If the airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated, this Owner's Guide. 126 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) please take your vehicle immediately to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger...if equipped). Seating and Safety Restraints To reduce the risk of this may or may/not be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat. Check the "passenger airbag off" or "pass airbag off seat back if a child is interfering with the seat...
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... seat for the selected seating position. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. There are in the cargo area. Contact the manufacturer of your vehicle are available as shown. Tether straps are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind ...: Attach the tether strap only to an anchoring point. Position the child safety seat on the headliner at the rear of the vehicle. 141 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing...
... seat for the selected seating position. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. There are in the cargo area. Contact the manufacturer of your vehicle are available as shown. Tether straps are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind ...: Attach the tether strap only to an anchoring point. Position the child safety seat on the headliner at the rear of the vehicle. 141 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing...