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Introduction 2 Notice to 4X2 utility vehicle owners 3 4WD and A WD systems 3 4WD Or A WD operation on the road 6 Driving off-road with 4WD or A WD 9 T railer towing 14 T ires, replacement requirements 15 Maintenance and modifications 17 Hauling cargo and vehicle handling 18 Index 20 T able of contents 1 ...
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INTRODUCTION W elcome to Ford Motor Company’ s world of four -wheel driving! Y our new 4WD or A WD vehicle opens up a completely different and challenging world of travel unlike what you have ever experienced with a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Now , you’ll be able to travel places where roads don’t. Y ou’ll be able to travel when ...
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All occupants should always wear the safety belts provided and children/infants should use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection. Driving at speeds safe for road conditions and the use of safety belts are the best means of avoiding the possibility of accident and serious injury . Ford Motor Company reserves the right at ...
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drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle can’t. Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case. On 4WD vehicles the transfer case allows you to select 4WD when necessary . Information on transfer case operation, shifting procedures and maintenance can be found in your “Owner’ s Guide.” ...
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How your vehicle differs from other vehicles 4WD and A WD vehicles can differ from some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways. Y our 4WD or A WD may be: • Higher — to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components, and to accommodate 4WD components. • Shorter — to give it the capability to a ...
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4WD OR A WD OPERATION ON THE ROAD Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on dry , hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with Auto 4WD or A WD). This may damage the drivelines and axles. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pa ...
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rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of control or rollover . Remember , your safety and the safety of others should be your primary concern. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to avoid “over -driving” y ...
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Snow and ice Y our 4WD or A WD vehicle will have advantages over two-wheel drive vehicles in snow and on ice by providing increased driving traction. However , if you suddenly change speed or direction you may lose control. 4WD and A WD vehicles can slide on slippery roads just like any other vehicle. Should you start to slide while driving on snow ...
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operation of the anti-lock brake system. Parking Before leaving the driver’ s seat, you should make sure that the gearshift is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. Set the parking brake fully , shut off the ignition and remove the key . On some 4WD vehicles, when the tra ...
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Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. Y ou should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving. Map out your route before driving in the area. T o maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not ...
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and A WD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle. After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stu ...
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W ater Before driving through water , determine the depth. A void water higher than the bottom of the wheel hubs. Proceed slowly to avoid splashing, if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Once through water , always try the brakes. W et brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Y ou can dry the brakes faster by d ...
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diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight up or straight down. A void driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills . A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over . Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will use. Do not drive over the cres ...
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Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not descend in neutral, disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear . When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control. When you brake hard, the front wheels can’t turn and if ...
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TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Y our 4WD or A WD vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide for safe ride and handling capability . Do not use a size and type of tire and wheel other than that originally provided by Ford because it can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could lead to loss of vehicle control or rollove ...
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control or rollover and serious injury . T ires can be damaged during off-road use. For your safety , tires that are damaged should not be used for highway driving because they are more likely to blow out or fail. Y ou should carefully observe the recommended tire inflation pressure found on the safety compliance certification label attached to the ...
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Inspect the tire side walls for cuts, bruises and other damage. If internal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide both reasonably safe, predictable p ...
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components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off-road usage. Refer to the “Owner’ s Guide” and “Service Guide” for proper maintenance instructions and schedules. HAULING CARGO AND V EHICLE HANDLING When using your vehicle to haul cargo, make sure it is properly loaded to help ensure safe handling. Cargo should be evenly ...
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Loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control. Once you have reached the weight capacity of the vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Make sure you consult the safety compliance certification label attached to your vehicle and the “Owner’ s Guide” for i ...
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All-Wheel Drive System, The .......3 A WD V ehicle Operation ................ 6 Cargo, Hauling and V ehicle Handling ...................................... 18 Differences in Four -Wheel Drive .............................................. 5 Driving Off-Road with 4WD ......... 9 Driving Off-Road with A WD ......... 9 Emergency Maneuvers ............ ...
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