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Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing - Page 17

...pickup box cover). Failure to be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS The suspension... side walls for cuts, bruises and other damage. For this reason, Ford strongly recommends that caution be repaired or replaced.
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 9

...lights are driving, have your vehicle serviced. 9 If one or both of the indicators stay on , the OFF transmission does not shift into overdrive. Alarm system (if equipped) Illuminates when the alarm system is pre-arming and flashes...when the ignition is depressed or if the light flashes when you are turned on. High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on when the ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 50

... following: • The readiness lights will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness lights will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired. Seating and safety restraints The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 59

Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in dry grass or other dry ground cover. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of radio noise. Always open the garage door before or during starting the vehicle, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 65

...; In an emergency, applying full pressure may be steered. If the front brakes lock, the vehicle cannot be observed during ABS braking events. You should apply the brakes with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, bumps, wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of an ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 78

... be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on and you are driving uphill, your vehicle speed may be checked and changed , if necessary. Water intrusion into the transmission may stall. You could damage drive components. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden braking. When speed control is filled with accelerator pedal. 78...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 90

...Electronic shift transfer case • Release the parking brake and place transmission in 2WD. Driving 2WD (automatic transmissions) • Release the parking brake and place the transmission in N (Neutral). •... brake must remove the rear driveshaft. With the driveshaft disconnected, the maximum speed is 80 km (50 miles). Mark the 90 Both the 4WD HIGH and 4WD LOW indicator lights ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 91

... removed by rotating the 4WD control to 4WD HIGH. • Drive the vehicle only on the front-wheel drive system. • Maximum speed is 56 km... torque specifications. When disconnecting/installing the driveshaft, the parking brake must be off when the 4WD control is in 2WD by...Refer to 2WD. Both the 4WD HIGH and 4WD LOW indicator lights in the instrument cluster will be set and ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 96

... Power Mirror Switch Blower Motor Relay, PAD Module, Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor Left Stop/Turn Trailer Tow Connector Left Headlamp Data Link Connector (DLC) NOT USED Right Stop/Turn Trailer Tow Connector Right Headlamp, Fog Lamp Relay Brake Pedal Position Switch Speed Control Servo/Amplifier Assembly, Generic Electronic Module (GEM), Shift Lock Actuator, Blend Door Actuator, A/C-Heater Assembly...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 97

...'s Unlock Relay, All-Unlock Relay, All-Lock Relay PCM Power Diode RAP Module, Generic Electronic Module (GEM), Radio Flasher (Hazard) Auxiliary Power Socket Not Used Clutch Pedal Position (CPP) switch, Starter Interrupt Relay, Anti-Theft Generic Electronic Module (GEM), Instrument Cluster Battery Saver Relay, Electronic Shift Relay, Interior Lamp Relay, Power Window Relay, Electronic Shift Control...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 100

Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 8 9 10 11 12 13 Fuse Amp Rating 30A* 20A* 15A* 15A* 30A* 15A* Description PCM Relay Fuel Pump Relay and RAP Module Horn Relay Parklamps Relay and Main Light Switch Main Light Switch and Multifunction Switch Heated Oxygen Sensor, EGR Vacuum Regulator, EVR Solenoid, Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP), Canister Vent Solenoid 14...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 136

... high altitude areas. Repair of "Regular" gasoline. However, if it may be operated on the underhood Vehicle Emissions Control Information label) are designed to use "Regular" unleaded with octane ratings of alcoholism. "Premium" gasoline is designed to prevent any engine damage. 87 Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 138

... which can start a fire. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which will enable your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes of components affecting emission control such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to the life and performance of oil pressure, the charging system warning light, the "Check...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 139

... and highway driving is complete. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle is necessary as described below: • First, at least four idle periods. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some localities, it from working. Please consult your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 142

... Backup lamp 2 Dome lamp 1 Map/dome-SuperCab (if equipped) 2 Map/dome-Regular Cab (if equipped) 1 2 To replace all instrument panel lights - Washing your vehicle Wash your dealer. see... exposure to deactivate your high beams, and your high beams are pointed substantially away from a slightly down and to provide enough light for clear night vision.... Ford-approved cleaners, polishes and waxes.
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 150

... F6AZ19544-AA or B Ford specification WSPM2C201-A WSLM2C192-A ESAM6C25-A and DOT 3 ESEM97B44-A or WSSM97B44-D Item Front axle Rear axle Brake fluid and clutch fluid (if equipped) Engine coolant Engine oil Hinges, latches, stricker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks Transmission /steering/parking brake linkages and pivots, brake and clutch pedal shaft, clutch pilot bearing and. XO...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 154

... PSI COLD PRESSURE (RR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING - IN U.S.A. AIR BAG XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver's side. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is stamped on the driver side instrument panel.
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 156

... heating and air conditioning system ...19,20,21 Ambulance packages ...3 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) description ...66 Anti-theft system ...35 Battery ...128 voltage gauge ...15 Brake fluid checking and adding ...118 Brakes ...64 anti-lock ...64,65 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...66 fluid, checking and adding ...118 Brake-shift interlock ...67 Break-in period ...2 Bulbs, replacing...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 7

..., light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. 7 u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 32,000 KILOMETERS (20,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. u Check clutch...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 9

... seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 64,000 KILOMETERS (40,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. Remove...

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