1996 FORD BRONCO brake

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[DR39600( ALL)11/89]
When turning, drive slightly beyond the normal
turning point so the trailer wheels will clear
curbs or other obstructions.
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[DR39725(B F )03/95]
When stopped in traffic for long periods of time
in hot weather, place the gearshift selector lever
in P (Park) to increase the engine idle speed.
This aids in engine cooling and air conditioner
efficiency. If the engine overheats, move the
function selector knob to VENT to stop the
compressor and increase the engine speed for a
short time.
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[DR39900( ALL)05/90]
Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a
grade. However, if you must park on a grade,
place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels as
follows:
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[DR40000( ALL)11/89]
q
Apply the foot service brakes and hold.
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[DR40100( ALL)11/89]
q
Have another person place the wheel chocks
under the trailer wheels.
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[DR40200( ALL)11/89]
q
With the chocks in place, release the foot
service brakes, making sure the chocks are
holding.
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[DR40300(B F )03/91]
q
For automatic transmissions Ð apply the
parking brake by pressing the service brake
pedal down firmly with your right foot while
applying the parking brake pedal with your
left foot.
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[DR40400(B F )08/94]
For manual transmissions Ð apply the
service brake and shift into N (NEUTRAL)
while still maintaining pressure on the service
brake pedal. Set the parking brake fully.
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[DR40500(B F )12/91]
q
Shift an automatic transmission into Park (P).
Put the gearshift of a manual transmission in
Reverse. If your vehicle is equipped with
four-wheel drive make sure the transfer case
is not in Neutral.
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[DR40600( ALL)01/93]
To start, after being parked on a grade:
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[DR40700( ALL)11/89]
q
Apply the foot service brakes and hold
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[DR40800( ALL)11/89]
q
Start the engine
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[DR40900( ALL)11/89]
q
Shift transmission into gear and release the
parking brake
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[DR41000( ALL)11/89]
q
Release the foot service brakes and move the
vehicle uphill to free the wheel chocks
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[DR41100( ALL)11/89]
q
Apply the foot service brakes and hold while
another person retrieves the chocks.
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[DR41260(B F )02/92]
Snowplowing
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[DR41275(B )01/93]
RWARNING
Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.
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[RE00925( ALL)05/95]
If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or
clothing, immediately flush the area with water
for at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the
acid, have him or her drink lots of milk or water
first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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[RE00950( ALL)12/89]
RWARNING
Do not push-start your vehicle. You could
damage the catalytic converter. For further
information, seeJumper Cablesin the
Index.
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[RE01000( ALL)03/95]
To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery,
and to avoid injury to yourself, follow these
directions for preparing your vehicle to
jump-start and connecting the jumper cables in
the order they are given. If in doubt, call for
road service.
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[RE01100( ALL)03/95]
Preparing Your Vehicle
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[RE01200( ALL)03/95]
1. Your vehicle has a 12-volt starting system, so
you need to use a 12-volt jumper system.
You will damage your starting motor,
ignition system, and other electrical parts if
you connect them to a 24-volt power supply
(either two 12-volt batteries in series or a
24-volt generator set).
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[RE01300( ALL)03/95]
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled
vehicle. You could damage the vehicle's
electrical system.
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[RE01400( ALL)04/95]
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of
the disabled vehicle.Make sure the vehicles
do not touch each other.Set the parking
brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the
engine cooling fan and other moving parts.
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[RE03400( ALL)05/95]
4. Remove the other end of the positive (+)
cable from the discharged battery.
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[RE03500( ALL)04/95]
After the vehicle is started, let it idle for a while
to let the engine ªrelearnº its idle conditions.
Drive it around for a while with all electrical
accessories turned off to let the battery recharge.
You may need to use a battery charger to fully
recharge the battery.
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[RE03550( ALL)03/95]
If you need to replace your battery, seeBattery
in theServicing Your Vehiclechapter.
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[RE03600( ALL)03/95]
Changing a Tire
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[RE03700( ALL)01/95]
If you get a flat tire while you are driving, do
not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually
decrease the speed. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the
side of the road. Park on a level spot, turn off
the ignition, set the parking brake, and turn on
the hazard flashers.
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[RE03800( ALL)03/95]
The Conventional Spare Tire
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[RE03900(BEF )01/95]
If you have the conventional spare tire, you can
use it as a spare or as a regular tire. This spare
tire is identical to the other tires that come with
your vehicle, although the wheel may not match.
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[RE04275(BEF )05/95]
RWARNING
To avoid injury, never run the engine
with one wheel off the ground, such as
when changing a tire.
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[RE04280(BEF )10/94]
Extended use of other than matching size spare
tires on a Traction-Lok axle could result in a
permanent reduction in effectiveness. This loss of
effectiveness does not affect normal driving and
should not be noticeable to the driver.
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244 [RE09400(B )05/90]NOTE: If your truck has optional aluminum
wheels, you should slip the anti-scratch
spacer over the ªJº bolt between the
tire and carrier to prevent scratching
the aluminum styled-side surface.
[RE09500(B )05/91]
one third page art:0020273-C
Optional outside mounted spare tire and carrier
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[RE15100(BEF )05/95]
RWARNING
Make sure the spare tire and jacking
equipment are stowed and secured in the
proper storage location.
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[RE15200( ALL)03/95]
Preparing to Change the Tire
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[RE15250( ALL)12/91]
NOTE: To lift your vehicle by other than the
front or rear jacking points, be sure to
use only hoist adapters with a wide
contact surface.
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[RE15300(B F )03/91]
1. Make sure that your vehicle will not move
or roll. If you have an automatic
transmission, put the gearshift in Park. If
you have a manual transmission, put the
gearshift in Reverse. Set the parking brake
and block the wheel that is diagonally
opposite the tire that you are changing.
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[RE15335(B F )12/91]
NOTE: Make sure the ignition is in the OFF
position.
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[RE15350(B F )06/94]
If you have a four-wheel drive vehicles with
manual locking hubs, put transfer case lever in
2H, 4H, or 4L.
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[RE15375(B F )05/95]
When one of the back wheels is off the ground,
the transmission alone will not prevent the
vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack,
even if the vehicle is in P (Park) or 1 (First). To
prevent the vehicle from moving when you
change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set,
then block the wheel (both directions) that is
diagonally opposite (other side and end of the
vehicle) to the tire that is being changed.
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[RE15400(B F )05/95]
RWARNING
If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or
someone else could be seriously injured.
[RE15435(B F )05/95]
When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)
position, the engine and transmission are
disconnected from the rest of the driveline.
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the
automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the
manual transmission is in gear.
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[RE15440(B F )05/95]
RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the transfer case in the N (Neutral)
position. Always set the parking brake
fully and turn off the ignition when
leaving the vehicle.
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[RE15550(BEF )05/95]
2. Get out the spare tire and jack.
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[RE15800(B F )10/92]
The jack and lug wrench are stowed under the
hood on the right front fender inner panel, and
the jack handle is on the radiator support.
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[SV02600( ALL)03/95]
Working with the engine off:
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[SV02660(B F )05/95]
1. Always set the parking brake fully and make
sure that the gearshift is securely latched in
P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1
(First) (manual transmission).
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[SV02675(B F )01/95]
2. When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)
position, the engine and transmission are
disconnected from the rest of the driveline.
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if
the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or
the manual transmission is in gear. Do not
leave the vehicle unattended with the
transfer case in the N (Neutral) position.
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[SV02700( ALL)03/95]
3. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
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[SV02725( ALL)03/95]
4. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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[SV02750( ALL)03/95]
Working with the engine on:
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[SV02660(B F )05/95]
1. Always set the parking brake fully and make
sure that the gearshift is securely latched in
P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1
(First) (manual transmission).
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[SV02800(B F )01/95]
2. When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)
position, the engine and transmission are
disconnected from the rest of the driveline.
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if
the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or
the manual transmission is in gear. Do not
leave the vehicle unattended with the
transfer case in the N (Neutral) position.
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[SV02900( ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.
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[SV02950(BEF )03/95]
Opening the Hood
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[SV03000(B F )12/91]
1. Pull the hood release handle, located next to
the parking brake pedal.
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[SV03050(BEF )12/91]
2. While applying downward pressure on the
hood, push the hood latch handle located
behind the grille near the center front of the
vehicle to the left.
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[SV03150(B F )01/89]
3. As you open the hood to its fullest extent, a
clock spring will assist you and ªsnapº into
position. The clock spring lift secures the
hood at its fullest height.
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[SV03300(BEF )03/91]
one third page art:0020333-A
Hood release handle
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