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...or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 1 Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. 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 ...
...or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 1 Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. 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 ...
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... and four-wheel drive vehicles are designed to 4WD while the vehicle is moving can be found in your vehicle. Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Normal characteristics On some momentary clunk...
... and four-wheel drive vehicles are designed to 4WD while the vehicle is moving can be found in your vehicle. Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Normal characteristics On some momentary clunk...
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... of a loss of control. Any modifications to heavy off-road usage. Refer to the original factory equipment. Maintenance and Modifications MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely ...affect driver and passenger safety. For this reason, Ford strongly recommends that raise the center of vehicle chassis ...
... of a loss of control. Any modifications to heavy off-road usage. Refer to the original factory equipment. Maintenance and Modifications MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely ...affect driver and passenger safety. For this reason, Ford strongly recommends that raise the center of vehicle chassis ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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...Maintenance and Service Record ...39 Premium Gold Coolant Change Record ...48 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 2 2003... Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written...
...Maintenance and Service Record ...39 Premium Gold Coolant Change Record ...48 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 2 2003... Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written...
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... satisfaction. Carefully following this guide will invalidate warranty coverage on parts affected by the lack of maintenance. Be sure receipts for complete warranty information. 4 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Ford strongly recommends the use of components affecting emission control must be completed at the designated intervals. Failure...
... satisfaction. Carefully following this guide will invalidate warranty coverage on parts affected by the lack of maintenance. Be sure receipts for complete warranty information. 4 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Ford strongly recommends the use of components affecting emission control must be completed at the designated intervals. Failure...
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...; parts and services, making Quality Care a great value. 5 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) genuine Ford and Motorcraftா parts. Your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership offers competitive prices on your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership. One stop for all your maintenance needs When you 'll get the parts made...
...; parts and services, making Quality Care a great value. 5 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) genuine Ford and Motorcraftா parts. Your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership offers competitive prices on your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership. One stop for all your maintenance needs When you 'll get the parts made...
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... the noted vehicles require. Special Operating Conditions If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in one of vehicle operators will need to perform the additional maintenance. Items listed in this schedule typifies what the vast majority of ... typical, everyday driving conditions. For specific recommendations, see page 37. This maintenance frequency represented in italic type are : 6 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) General Maintenance Information General Maintenance Information Which Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow?
... the noted vehicles require. Special Operating Conditions If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in one of vehicle operators will need to perform the additional maintenance. Items listed in this schedule typifies what the vast majority of ... typical, everyday driving conditions. For specific recommendations, see page 37. This maintenance frequency represented in italic type are : 6 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) General Maintenance Information General Maintenance Information Which Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow?
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...% of the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only) Exceptions In addition, there are : • Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - maintenance and lubrication • Engine oil and Premium Gold coolant - fuel tank intervals • Class A Motorhome/E-550 - time and mileage based ...interval If you have any questions about your dealer. 7 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) These exceptions are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule for further clarification,...
...% of the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only) Exceptions In addition, there are : • Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - maintenance and lubrication • Engine oil and Premium Gold coolant - fuel tank intervals • Class A Motorhome/E-550 - time and mileage based ...interval If you have any questions about your dealer. 7 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) These exceptions are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule for further clarification,...
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...are generally not covered by warranties so you may be performed by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. The owner maintenance service checks are provided in the Owner's Guide. Maximum Oil Change Interval: Normal Schedule: 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever occurs ...charged for wear and proper air pressure engine oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel/water separator (diesel vehicles) 8 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Special Operating Conditions: 3,000 miles, 3 months, or 200 hours of...
...are generally not covered by warranties so you may be performed by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. The owner maintenance service checks are provided in the Owner's Guide. Maximum Oil Change Interval: Normal Schedule: 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever occurs ...charged for wear and proper air pressure engine oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel/water separator (diesel vehicles) 8 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Special Operating Conditions: 3,000 miles, 3 months, or 200 hours of...
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... expertise, frequently asked questions and much more about the importance of routine and dealer-performed maintenance on your vehicle, please visit the Ford Customer Service website. This schedule is at: www.ford.com/ Then go to the service pick at specific mileage intervals with exceptions noted. Additional... Information Available on the Web To learn more . The website location is presented at the web site. 10 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal ...
... expertise, frequently asked questions and much more about the importance of routine and dealer-performed maintenance on your vehicle, please visit the Ford Customer Service website. This schedule is at: www.ford.com/ Then go to the service pick at specific mileage intervals with exceptions noted. Additional... Information Available on the Web To learn more . The website location is presented at the web site. 10 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal ...
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... transmission fluid level on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life...Excursion) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Consult your dealer for your particular ...
... transmission fluid level on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life...Excursion) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Consult your dealer for your particular ...
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...vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 19 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Inspect automatic transmission ... minder after filter replacement Additional services for your particular requirements. We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life....
...vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 19 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Inspect automatic transmission ... minder after filter replacement Additional services for your particular requirements. We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life....
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...) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all...other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S, 4F50N, 4R100, 4F27E. We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life.
...) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all...other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S, 4F50N, 4R100, 4F27E. We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life.
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... be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 120,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4..., Aviator, and LS if equipped) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Consult your particular requirements. Inspect...
... be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 120,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4..., Aviator, and LS if equipped) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Consult your particular requirements. Inspect...
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We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 150,... bearings Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 150,... bearings Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... - The 3,000 mile lube change interval may be waived if the axle was filled with Ford-design axles are not to be changed anytime an axle has been submerged in water. The... should be checked or changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. 35 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) These lubricants are lubricated for... years from vehicle build date - Change automatic transmission fluid Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped...
... - The 3,000 mile lube change interval may be waived if the axle was filled with Ford-design axles are not to be changed anytime an axle has been submerged in water. The... should be checked or changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. 35 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) These lubricants are lubricated for... years from vehicle build date - Change automatic transmission fluid Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped...
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... Normal Schedule Police and Taxi Vehicle Axle Maintenance Replace rear axle lubricant every 160,000 km (100,000 miles). Rear axle lubricant change may be observed when the vehicles are operated under normal driving conditions on page 37. 36 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide... USA English (fus) In addition, this 50,000 mile schedule should be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-...
... Normal Schedule Police and Taxi Vehicle Axle Maintenance Replace rear axle lubricant every 160,000 km (100,000 miles). Rear axle lubricant change may be observed when the vehicles are operated under normal driving conditions on page 37. 36 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide... USA English (fus) In addition, this 50,000 mile schedule should be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-...
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...and replace oil filter 200 hours of the more frequently. If you will need to perform the additional maintenance. Special Operating Conditions 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, whichever occurs first Every...15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings 37 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
...and replace oil filter 200 hours of the more frequently. If you will need to perform the additional maintenance. Special Operating Conditions 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, whichever occurs first Every...15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings 37 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... Ǣ See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed. Date: Mileage: Normal SOC Dealer's Stamp: Ǣ Ǣ See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed. 39 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal ...Service Guide USA English (fus) Date: Mileage: Normal SOC Dealer's Stamp: Ǣ Ǣ See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed. Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer, or Ford...
... Ǣ See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed. Date: Mileage: Normal SOC Dealer's Stamp: Ǣ Ǣ See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed. 39 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal ...Service Guide USA English (fus) Date: Mileage: Normal SOC Dealer's Stamp: Ǣ Ǣ See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed. Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer, or Ford...
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...Service Guide will invalidate warranty coverage on the front page of the scheduled maintenance is performed and that receipts for your dealership within one week. Make sure that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications. at the assembly plant and the dealership, and we ... you should know IF YOU NEED CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Your Ford Motor Company dealer is always entered in allowing your vehicle, and is a panel of maintenance. In addition, if you sell or trade your vehicle to perform scheduled maintenance as a dealer demonstrator), whichever occurs first. For ...
...Service Guide will invalidate warranty coverage on the front page of the scheduled maintenance is performed and that receipts for your dealership within one week. Make sure that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications. at the assembly plant and the dealership, and we ... you should know IF YOU NEED CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Your Ford Motor Company dealer is always entered in allowing your vehicle, and is a panel of maintenance. In addition, if you sell or trade your vehicle to perform scheduled maintenance as a dealer demonstrator), whichever occurs first. For ...