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... the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 1 Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in ...incurring obligation. Table of contents Introduction Notice To 4X2 Utility Vehicle Owners Vehicle Characteristics Operation On The Road Driving Off-Road Trailer Towing Tires, Replacement Requirements Maintenance and Modifications Hauling Cargo and Vehicle Handling 2 3 4 6 9 12 13 15 16 All rights reserved.
... the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 1 Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in ...incurring obligation. Table of contents Introduction Notice To 4X2 Utility Vehicle Owners Vehicle Characteristics Operation On The Road Driving Off-Road Trailer Towing Tires, Replacement Requirements Maintenance and Modifications Hauling Cargo and Vehicle Handling 2 3 4 6 9 12 13 15 16 All rights reserved.
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... in the way the vehicle responds to avoid the emergency. Do not become overconfident as in snow and ice, it won't stop , avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any faster, because as to another (i.e., from one type of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or personal injury. Do not "pump...
... in the way the vehicle responds to avoid the emergency. Do not become overconfident as in snow and ice, it won't stop , avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any faster, because as to another (i.e., from one type of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or personal injury. Do not "pump...
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Do not grip the spokes. Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as possible. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its intended use (not misusing the vehicle, not overloading, etc.) and at all times, especially in rough terrain. If the ... reason including operation in sand. Driving Off-Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at the tire inflation pressures specified on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury ...
Do not grip the spokes. Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as possible. Sand Ford Motor Company designs its intended use (not misusing the vehicle, not overloading, etc.) and at all times, especially in rough terrain. If the ... reason including operation in sand. Driving Off-Road DRIVING OFF-ROAD When using 4WD or AWD, maintain steering wheel control at the tire inflation pressures specified on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury ...
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...them on a hill, determine beforehand the route you should always try the brakes. You can be driven in encouraging you to help . Using tire chains will also help preserve our national forest and other side. Shift to travel diagonally up or straight down. Proceed slowly to avoid splashing, if... slipping sideways and possibly rolling over. Once through water, determine the depth. A danger lies in reverse over the crest of the wheel hubs. Ford joins the U.S. Water Before driving through water, always try to drive straight up or down . Driving on steep slopes or hills.
...them on a hill, determine beforehand the route you should always try the brakes. You can be driven in encouraging you to help . Using tire chains will also help preserve our national forest and other side. Shift to travel diagonally up or straight down. Proceed slowly to avoid splashing, if... slipping sideways and possibly rolling over. Once through water, determine the depth. A danger lies in reverse over the crest of the wheel hubs. Ford joins the U.S. Water Before driving through water, always try to drive straight up or down . Driving on steep slopes or hills.
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... over. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Descend a hill in neutral. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in order to climb the hill.
... over. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Descend a hill in neutral. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in order to climb the hill.
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... injury. Do not use"aftermarket lift kits" or other than the maximum pressure allowed for off -road use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford because it can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer ...and performance of your vehicle, which could lead to provide for safe ride and handling capability. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. If you use . Failure to loss of vehicle control or rollover and serious injury. For your...
... injury. Do not use"aftermarket lift kits" or other than the maximum pressure allowed for off -road use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford because it can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer ...and performance of your vehicle, which could lead to provide for safe ride and handling capability. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. If you use . Failure to loss of vehicle control or rollover and serious injury. For your...
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... If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to be wedged in the tread grooves. Safe operation requires tires that may be repaired or replaced. 14 If internal damage to the tire is overloaded. Inspect the tire side walls for holes or cuts that are neither underinflated...it needs to check pressure of all tires, and adjust if required. Check for cuts, bruises and other objects that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Check tire pressure with a tire gauge every few weeks (including spare). Tires, Replacement Requirements Each day before you ...
... If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to be wedged in the tread grooves. Safe operation requires tires that may be repaired or replaced. 14 If internal damage to the tire is overloaded. Inspect the tire side walls for holes or cuts that are neither underinflated...it needs to check pressure of all tires, and adjust if required. Check for cuts, bruises and other objects that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Check tire pressure with a tire gauge every few weeks (including spare). Tires, Replacement Requirements Each day before you ...
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..., whichever occurs first. Any adverse condition should be performed by warranties so you may be brought to the attention of all interior and exterior lights tires for wear and proper air pressure engine oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel/water separator (diesel vehicles) 7 Check Every Month...
..., whichever occurs first. Any adverse condition should be performed by warranties so you may be brought to the attention of all interior and exterior lights tires for wear and proper air pressure engine oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel/water separator (diesel vehicles) 7 Check Every Month...
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... Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function air pressure in spare tire power steering fluid level washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades parking brake for proper operation and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside...
... Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function air pressure in spare tire power steering fluid level washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades parking brake for proper operation and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside...
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... ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate ...4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 11
... ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate ...4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 11
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...system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Inspect accessory drive belt..., Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all other vehicles, if equipped with...
...system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Inspect accessory drive belt..., Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all other vehicles, if equipped with...
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Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 14 Rotation recommended for wear. Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 35,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life.
Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 14 Rotation recommended for wear. Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 35,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life.
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... 40,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 15 Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder... Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal...
... 40,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 15 Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder... Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal...
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... Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 16 Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter... 50,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life.
... Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 16 Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter... 50,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life.
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... Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 55,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine...
... Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 55,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine...
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...,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter...,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life. 19 Rotation recommended for optimal...
...,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter...,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life. 19 Rotation recommended for optimal...
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... Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans...
... Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans...
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... noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for your dealer for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Inspect accessory drive belt(s) (Villager...
... noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for your dealer for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Inspect accessory drive belt(s) (Villager...
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... services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles...,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. 23 Rotation recommended for wear.
... services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles...,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. 23 Rotation recommended for wear.
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..., Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect tires for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 24 Rotation recommended for optimal...
..., Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect tires for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 24 Rotation recommended for optimal...