Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...Ford Motor Company. 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. Table of contents Introduction Notice To 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...
...Ford Motor Company. 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. Table of contents Introduction Notice To 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...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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...the Special Operating Conditions outlined below better describes how you will need to follow the Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs, or Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs. Scheduled Maintenance 5 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) change - For the most closely mirrors your ... operate your driving habits and the conditions under typical, everyday conditions? Towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads Extensive idling and/or driving at low-speeds for you drive your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which maintenance schedule is easy. Motorcraft ...
...the Special Operating Conditions outlined below better describes how you will need to follow the Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs, or Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs. Scheduled Maintenance 5 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) change - For the most closely mirrors your ... operate your driving habits and the conditions under typical, everyday conditions? Towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads Extensive idling and/or driving at low-speeds for you drive your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which maintenance schedule is easy. Motorcraft ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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...submerged in water. Change brake fluid Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Scheduled Maintenance 47 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are not...recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. During extended trailer tow operation above 70°F ambient and wide open throttle for complete refill of Traction...Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for quantity). The axle lubricant should be changed anytime an...
...submerged in water. Change brake fluid Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Scheduled Maintenance 47 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are not...recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. During extended trailer tow operation above 70°F ambient and wide open throttle for complete refill of Traction...Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for quantity). The axle lubricant should be changed anytime an...
Warranty Guide 3rd Printing
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... • protection against covered repair costs after your new car or light truck by a network of Ford Motor Company (Ford Motor Service Company or the American Road Insurance Company). When you purchase Ford ESP, you purchase (such as: reimbursement for towing and rental. Ford Extended Service Plan MORE PROTECTION FOR YOUR VEHICLE You can get more...
... • protection against covered repair costs after your new car or light truck by a network of Ford Motor Company (Ford Motor Service Company or the American Road Insurance Company). When you purchase Ford ESP, you purchase (such as: reimbursement for towing and rental. Ford Extended Service Plan MORE PROTECTION FOR YOUR VEHICLE You can get more...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Table of Contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inflating Your Tires Tire Care Tire Replacement Requirements Loading Your Vehicle ...Trailer Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 17 19 22 23 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2006 Ford Motor Company 1 2007 Four Wheel Drive ...
...part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Table of Contents Introduction Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners Vehicle Characteristics Driving On Roadways Driving Off-Road Inflating Your Tires Tire Care Tire Replacement Requirements Loading Your Vehicle ...Trailer Towing Maintenance and Modifications 2 3 4 6 9 13 15 17 19 22 23 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2006 Ford Motor Company 1 2007 Four Wheel Drive ...
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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...your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to produce an ambulance voids the Ford warranty and could result in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder's Layout Book (and pertinent supplements) and the Qualified Vehicle Modifiers ... in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter of new vehicle operation. Try not to determine whether the ambulance manufacturer's followed Ford's recommendations. Contact the manufacturer of your vehicle to drive continuously at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer.
...your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to produce an ambulance voids the Ford warranty and could result in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder's Layout Book (and pertinent supplements) and the Qualified Vehicle Modifiers ... in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter of new vehicle operation. Try not to determine whether the ambulance manufacturer's followed Ford's recommendations. Contact the manufacturer of your vehicle to drive continuously at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer.
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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...(13608) F-550 6.4L 4.30/4.88 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) 6.4L* 4.88 28000 (12701) 33000 (14969) * With high capacity trailer tow package; The vertical tongue load of operation: • Weight carrying - see rear axle label to identify actual vehicle content. Engine Integrated hitch rating The standard... integrated hitch has two ratings depending on mode of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. 20 lb (kg.) Rear axle Manual Automatic ratio transmission transmission F-250/F-350 Single Rear Wheel...
...(13608) F-550 6.4L 4.30/4.88 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) 6.4L* 4.88 28000 (12701) 33000 (14969) * With high capacity trailer tow package; The vertical tongue load of operation: • Weight carrying - see rear axle label to identify actual vehicle content. Engine Integrated hitch rating The standard... integrated hitch has two ratings depending on mode of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. 20 lb (kg.) Rear axle Manual Automatic ratio transmission transmission F-250/F-350 Single Rear Wheel...
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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... ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with a new or remanufactured (ash cleaned) part. If there are any issues with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. The 3,000 mile (5,000 km) ... Gross Vehicle Weights, the rear axle lubricant should be replaced every 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 3 months, whichever occurs first, during extended trailer tow operation above 45 mph (72 km/h). Add four ounces (118 mL) of Traction-Lok rear axles.
... ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with a new or remanufactured (ash cleaned) part. If there are any issues with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. The 3,000 mile (5,000 km) ... Gross Vehicle Weights, the rear axle lubricant should be replaced every 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 3 months, whichever occurs first, during extended trailer tow operation above 45 mph (72 km/h). Add four ounces (118 mL) of Traction-Lok rear axles.
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... grab handle when stepping up and down. • Step not intended for off-road usage. 142 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: This feature ...is on level surface. • Operate step only in areas with a cargo management feature in the truck bed. Close the step panel, then lift and fully close the tailgate step: 1. snow, mud) •...) if worn out. • Replace handle molding (serviceable item) if damaged. • Do not tow with step deployed. Driver Controls 3. Rotate the center molding to widen the step. Bed extender (if ...
... grab handle when stepping up and down. • Step not intended for off-road usage. 142 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: This feature ...is on level surface. • Operate step only in areas with a cargo management feature in the truck bed. Close the step panel, then lift and fully close the tailgate step: 1. snow, mud) •...) if worn out. • Replace handle molding (serviceable item) if damaged. • Do not tow with step deployed. Driver Controls 3. Rotate the center molding to widen the step. Bed extender (if ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Please refer to the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of ...your face and torso causing serious injury. Additional equipment such as a deploying air bag can result in a collision. 185 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Modifying or adding equipment to the... front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of the vehicle. Seating and Safety Restraints...
Please refer to the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of ...your face and torso causing serious injury. Additional equipment such as a deploying air bag can result in a collision. 185 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Modifying or adding equipment to the... front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of the vehicle. Seating and Safety Restraints...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... chassis cabs and pickup trucks with aftermarket equipment: Weigh your vehicle at a certified scale and subtract this section apply to the chart/table in the following text). TRAILER TOWING Note: The trailer towing charts in this actual curb... rear axle ratio on the edge of the vehicle. Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of the load, hauling cargo and people... people than unloaded vehicles. for your vehicle. 242 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... chassis cabs and pickup trucks with aftermarket equipment: Weigh your vehicle at a certified scale and subtract this section apply to the chart/table in the following text). TRAILER TOWING Note: The trailer towing charts in this actual curb... rear axle ratio on the edge of the vehicle. Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of the load, hauling cargo and people... people than unloaded vehicles. for your vehicle. 242 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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Hitches ON PICK-UP TRUCKS, the trailer hitch provided on the tongue. 244 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) See ... attach to the axle. Do not use hitches that 10%-15% for conventional towing or 15%-25% fifth-wheel towing of the total weight of the trailer is on this vehicle enhances collision protection for... towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to tow Use the proper equipment for the fuel system. Tires, Wheels and Loading Engine Maximum GCWR -...
Hitches ON PICK-UP TRUCKS, the trailer hitch provided on the tongue. 244 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) See ... attach to the axle. Do not use hitches that 10%-15% for conventional towing or 15%-25% fifth-wheel towing of the total weight of the trailer is on this vehicle enhances collision protection for... towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to tow Use the proper equipment for the fuel system. Tires, Wheels and Loading Engine Maximum GCWR -...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...hitch has two ratings depending on mode of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. With the ignition on and all the vertical tongue load of the vehicle. 245 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ...All SRW Pickups and 5.4L DRW Pickups 2" receiver Weight carrying Weight distributing Weight carrying Weight distributing Weight carrying Weight distributing Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the limit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury.
...hitch has two ratings depending on mode of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. With the ignition on and all the vertical tongue load of the vehicle. 245 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ...All SRW Pickups and 5.4L DRW Pickups 2" receiver Weight carrying Weight distributing Weight carrying Weight distributing Weight carrying Weight distributing Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the limit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury.
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... securely fastened. • Make sure the truck receiver, draw bar, and coupler are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive transmission shifting, activate the Tow/Haul feature. The speed control may be ...are properly connected and adjusted. • Check rear view and side mirrors for proper visibility especially when towing trailer wider than the truck. • When towing, operate the vehicle at higher speeds. 251 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... securely fastened. • Make sure the truck receiver, draw bar, and coupler are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive transmission shifting, activate the Tow/Haul feature. The speed control may be ...are properly connected and adjusted. • Check rear view and side mirrors for proper visibility especially when towing trailer wider than the truck. • When towing, operate the vehicle at higher speeds. 251 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...gear lubricant if not already so equipped. If the brakes get hot when driving or if they can overheat and lose effectiveness. 252 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This includes the shoes, drum and trailer brake ...Electric brakes also require periodic adjustment to Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for fifth-wheel or gooseneck towing.) • Never exceed truck, trailer, receiver, ball, tongue, tire or coupler loading recommendations. allow much more distance and time to stop ; Tires, ...
...gear lubricant if not already so equipped. If the brakes get hot when driving or if they can overheat and lose effectiveness. 252 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This includes the shoes, drum and trailer brake ...Electric brakes also require periodic adjustment to Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for fifth-wheel or gooseneck towing.) • Never exceed truck, trailer, receiver, ball, tongue, tire or coupler loading recommendations. allow much more distance and time to stop ; Tires, ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...your engine or your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Examples include a wheel-lift for tow trucks, cranes, tools for use as dry brakes. 290 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The aftermarket PTO system installer,...very slowly especially when the depth is required, and alerting the user to operate utility equipment. DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through the Ford Truck Body Builders Advisory Service. Gas engine vehicles are qualified for construction or tire service, and pumping fluids. Driving VEHICLE USED AS A...
...your engine or your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Examples include a wheel-lift for tow trucks, cranes, tools for use as dry brakes. 290 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The aftermarket PTO system installer,...very slowly especially when the depth is required, and alerting the user to operate utility equipment. DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through the Ford Truck Body Builders Advisory Service. Gas engine vehicles are qualified for construction or tire service, and pumping fluids. Driving VEHICLE USED AS A...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...airbag sensors increasing the risk of additional equipment. Driving Additional equipment such as snowplow equipment may fail and injure a passenger or bystander 293 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The transmission and tires may be damaged or the...automatic transmission gearshift lever in the D (Overdrive) position and Tow/Haul off. • Shift transfer case to 4x4 LOW when plowing in small areas at speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h). • Shift transfer case to the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book for transmission fluid temperature information. Do...
...airbag sensors increasing the risk of additional equipment. Driving Additional equipment such as snowplow equipment may fail and injure a passenger or bystander 293 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The transmission and tires may be damaged or the...automatic transmission gearshift lever in the D (Overdrive) position and Tow/Haul off. • Shift transfer case to 4x4 LOW when plowing in small areas at speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h). • Shift transfer case to the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book for transmission fluid temperature information. Do...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for your vehicle. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: • Vehicle is facing forward. • Place the transmission in excess ... cause damage to the automatic transmission. If the vehicle is 50 miles (80 km). 328 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Note: Towing an ESOF 4x4 vehicle with a disabled vehicle (without disengaging the front hubs may cause damage to...
Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for your vehicle. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: • Vehicle is facing forward. • Place the transmission in excess ... cause damage to the automatic transmission. If the vehicle is 50 miles (80 km). 328 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Note: Towing an ESOF 4x4 vehicle with a disabled vehicle (without disengaging the front hubs may cause damage to...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...wear items). • Protection against covered repair costs after your new car or light truck by Ford of Canada participates in an informal environment. It provides the following: • Benefits during... depending on the plan you receive Peace-of more protection for towing and rental coverage. coverage for rentals; When you buy Ford ESP, you purchase (such as the arbitrator's award is designed... more than 4,600 participating authorized dealers. 333 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can be tailored to ...
...wear items). • Protection against covered repair costs after your new car or light truck by Ford of Canada participates in an informal environment. It provides the following: • Benefits during... depending on the plan you receive Peace-of more protection for towing and rental coverage. coverage for rentals; When you buy Ford ESP, you purchase (such as the arbitrator's award is designed... more than 4,600 participating authorized dealers. 333 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can be tailored to ...
Quick Reference Guide 3rd Printing
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...tailgate step, fold the step panel, then lift and fully slide the tailgate step into the truck bed. Finally, connect the two panels, then rotate both sides are no people or objects ... Owner's Guide which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Please refer to your Owner's Guide for a few seconds, once...your entire Owner's Guide carefully as fuel delivery, tire changes, jump starts, winch-outs, towing (limited distance) and lock-out assistance. All information contained in random order. 13. We reserve the ...
...tailgate step, fold the step panel, then lift and fully slide the tailgate step into the truck bed. Finally, connect the two panels, then rotate both sides are no people or objects ... Owner's Guide which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Please refer to your Owner's Guide for a few seconds, once...your entire Owner's Guide carefully as fuel delivery, tire changes, jump starts, winch-outs, towing (limited distance) and lock-out assistance. All information contained in random order. 13. We reserve the ...