1996 FORD F150 light

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[DR39300( ALL)11/89]
Allow more room for stopping with a trailer
attached. Trailer brakes should be applied first,
whether manually or automatically controlled,
when approaching a stop.
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[DR39400( ALL)11/89]
For a good handling truck-trailer combination,
the trailer tongue load should be approximately
10-15% of the loaded trailer weight.
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[DR39500( ALL)05/95]
Make a thorough check of your equipment
before starting out on the road. After you have
traveled about 50 miles (80 km) stop in a
protected area and double-check your hitch and
electrical connections. Also check trailer wheel
lug nuts for tightness.
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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]
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Apply the foot service brakes and hold.
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[DR40100( ALL)11/89]
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Have another person place the wheel chocks
under the trailer wheels.
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[DR40200( ALL)11/89]
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With the chocks in place, release the foot
service brakes, making sure the chocks are
holding.
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[DR41700( F )01/93]
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If necessary, add weight to the rear of the
vehicle or bed to obtain the above and to
comply with U.S. Federal Hydraulic Brake
Requirements, when aftermarket equipment is
added.
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[DR41801( F )01/93]
q
The Front Axle Accessory Reserve Capacity
and the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity
listed on the Safety Compliance Certification
Label will help you to determine if the
addition of a snowplow will overload the
vehicle. The total of the weights of all
aftermarket accessories added to your vehicle,
plus the weight of the snowplow, must not
exceed the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity.
Additionally, the portion of these weights
distributed to the front axles must not exceed
the Front Axle Accessory Reserve Capacity.
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[DR41900( F )01/93]
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The weight of the snowplow and related
equipment should be properly matched to the
load capacity of your vehicle. The weight of
the installed equipment must not load the
vehicle beyond the GAWR and GVWR listed
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
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[DR41950( F )01/93]
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Permanently attached plow equipment should
not exceed 270 lbs. (122 kg). The weight of all
installed aftermarket equipment should not
exceed 680 lbs. (308 kg).
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[DR42000( F )01/93]
Equip your vehicle with lights that conform to
Federal and local regulations for snowplowing.
See your dealer for the correct type of wiring.
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[DR42100( F )01/93]
Do not plow snow until your vehicle has been
driven 500 miles (800 km). Maintain the vehicle
and snowplow equipment in accordance with
their respective manufacturer's recommendations.
Refer to the notes under Scheduled Maintenance
Services when plowing snow for extended
periods.
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[DR42200( F )02/95]
RWARNING
If the GVWR or the GAWR specified on
the Safety Compliance Certification Label
is exceeded, your vehicle may be damaged
or you may lose control and injure
someone.
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[DR42300( F )01/93]
Vehicle Operation On the Road
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[DR42400( F )01/93]
When operating on the road, your engine may
run at a temperature higher than normal because
the attached snowplow blade will restrict airflow
to the radiator. So if you are driving more than
15 continuous miles (24 km), at temperatures
above freezing, angle the plow blade either full
left or full right to provide maximum airflow to
the radiator. Shorter trips of 15 miles (24 km) in
cold weather may be made at speeds up to
40 mph (64 km/h) without paying special
attention to plow blade position.
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[DR42500( F )01/93]
Vehicle Operation While Plowing
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[DR42600( F )01/93]
Guard against transmission and drivetrain
damage. When plowing small areas or heavy
snow, operate with the transfer case in 4L and a
vehicle speed of 0-5 mph (8 km/h). When
plowing larger areas or light snow, at higher
speeds, operate with the transfer case in 4H and
do not exceed 15 mph (24 km/h).
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[DR42700( F )01/93]
Do not shift the transmission from forward to
reverse until the engine is at idle and the wheels
are stopped.
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Roadside Emergencies
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[RE00400( ALL)03/95]
Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
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[RE00450( EF )04/94]
NOTE: Read the7.3L Diesel Engine Owner's
Guide Supplementfor information on
jump-starting your diesel-powered light
truck.
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[RE00500( ALL)01/95]
Your vehicle's battery may die if you leave the
lights on or any electrical equipment on after
you turn the engine off. If this happens, you
may be able to jump-start from a booster battery
to start your vehicle.
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[RE00600( ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
The gases around the battery can explode
if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit
cigarettes. An explosion could result in
injury or vehicle damage.
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[RE00700( ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
To protect yourself when charging a
battery, always shield your face and eyes.
Make sure that you can breathe fresh air.
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[RE00800( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Applying too much pressure on the ends
when lifting a battery could cause acid to
spill. Lift the battery with a carrier or
with your hands on the opposite corners.
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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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[RE01500( ALL)03/95]
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any
excessive corrosion before you attach the
jumper cables.
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[RE01600( ALL)02/95]
5. Turn on the heater fan in both vehicles.
Turning on the fan helps protect the
electrical system from voltage surges. Turn
off all other switches and lights in both
vehicles to prevent possible damage to either
vehicle's electrical systems.
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[RE01700( ALL)05/95]
Connecting the jumper cables
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[RE01800( ALL)03/95]
1. Connect one end of the first jumper cable to
the positive (+) terminal of the discharged
battery. (You can connect either jumper cable
to the positive (+) terminal, as long as you
use the same cable for both positive
terminals.) Most jumper cables have a red
cable and a black cable. The red cable is
generally used for the positive terminals and
the black for the negative ones.
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[RE01900( ALL)04/95]
2. Connect the other end of the first cable to
the positive (+) terminal of the booster
battery.
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[RE02000( ALL)05/95]
3. Connect one end of the second cable to the
negative (-) terminal of the booster battery
Ð NOT to the discharged battery.
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[RE26300(B F )06/94]
Towing Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles With a
Lever-Operated Transfer Case
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[RE26400(B F )06/94]
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Place transmission gearshift (automatic or
manual) in N (Neutral).
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[RE26425(B F )06/94]
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Lock steering wheel straight ahead if vehicle
is to be towed with rear wheels off the
ground.
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[RE26450(B F )12/89]
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Set manual locking hubs in FREE position or
disengage the automatic locking hubs by
shifting the transfer case to 2H and drive the
vehicle in the opposite direction for a
minimum of 10 feet (3 meters) in a straight
line.
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[RE26475(B F )06/94]
NOTE: Confirm by observation that the front
driveshaft is not rotating prior to
towing with the rear wheels off the
ground.
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[RE26500(B F )06/94]
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Place transfer case in N (Neutral).
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[RE26615(B F )03/91]
NOTE: The transfer case neutral setting is
located between 4H and 4L. In order to
place the transfer case in neutral, first
place the lever in the 4H position, then
push down (toward the ground) on the
shift knob and at the same time pull
slightly rearward until the lever is
between the 4H and 4L position. With
the ignition in the on position, both
4x4 and LOW RANGE indicator lights
will be off when the transfer case is in
neutral. These lights will also be off
when the transfer case is in the 2H
position.
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[RE26650(B F )06/94]
There are no wrecker or recreational vehicle
towing restrictions on method or distance if the
above preparations are made.
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[RE26700(B F )06/94]
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Vehicle speed should not exceed 55 mph
(88 km/h). This applies with the front wheels
off the ground, the rear wheels off the
ground, or both front and rear wheels on the
ground.
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[RE26800(B F )06/94]
Towing Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles With
Touch Drive Electric Shift Transfer Case
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[RE26900(B F )06/94]
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Place transmission gearshift (automatic or
manual) in N (Neutral).
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[RE27000(B F )05/90]
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Place transfer case in 2H.
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[RE27050(B F )05/90]
NOTE: Both the4 x 4 and LOW RANGE
indicator lights in the instrument panel
will be off when the transfer case is in
2H.
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[RE27200(B F )06/94]
q
Lock steering wheel straight ahead if vehicle
is to be towed with rear wheels off the
ground.
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[RE27301(B F )06/94]
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When towing your vehicle with the rear
wheels off the ground, the front axle
automatic locking hubs must first be
disengaged by shifting the transfer case to 2H
and moving the vehicle forward for a
minimum of 10 feet (3 meters) in a straight
line. Do not exceed a vehicle speed of
55 mph (88 km/h) while towing.
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[RE27350(B F )06/94]
NOTE: Confirm by observation that the front
driveshaft is not rotating prior to
towing with the rear wheels off the
ground.
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[HS02300( ALL)02/95]
The Dispute Settlement Board
(U.S. Only)
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[HS02400( ALL)03/95]
The Dispute Settlement Board is a voluntary,
independent dispute-settlement program
available free to owners or lessees of qualifying
Ford Motor Company vehicles.
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[HS02500( ALL)01/95]
The Dispute Settlement Board may not be
available in all states. Ford Motor Company
reserves the right to change eligibility
limitations, modify procedures and/or to
discontinue this process at any time without
notice and without incurring obligations.
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[HS02600( ALL)01/95]
What Kind of Cases Does the Board
Review?
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[HS02700( ALL)03/95]
The Board reviews all product performance and
service complaints on Ford, Mercury and Lincoln
Cars and Ford and Mercury Light Trucks under
warranty that have not been resolved by a
dealer or Ford Motor Company.
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[HS02750( ALL)03/95]
The Board does not review issues involving:
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[HS02800( ALL)01/95]
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A non-Ford product
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[HS02900( ALL)01/95]
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A non-Ford dealership
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[HS03100( ALL)01/95]
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A vehicle sales transaction
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[HS03200( ALL)01/95]
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A request for reimbursement of consequential
expenses unless incidental to a service or
product complaint being reviewed
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[HS03300( ALL)01/95]
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Items not covered by your warranty
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[HS03400( ALL)01/95]
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Alleged liability claims
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[HS03450( ALL)01/95]
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Property damage where such damage is
significant when compared to the economic
loss alleged under the warranty dispute
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[HS03500( ALL)01/95]
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Cases currently in litigation
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