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[GF16330(R)05/96]
For example:
[GF16340(R)05/96]
If you were driving the vehicle forward in 4WD, the
automatic locking hubs will disengage the next time the
vehicle is driven in reverse in two-wheel drive for
approximately 10 feet (3 meters) in a straight line.
[GF16350(R)05/96]
If you were driving the vehicle in reverse in 4WD, the
automatic locking hubs will disengage the next time the
vehicle is driven forward in two-wheel drive for
approximately 10 feet (3 meters) in a straight line.
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[GF16360(R)05/96]
Operating in two-wheel drive mode with the hubs locked
increases fuel consumption, noise, vibration, and wear. For
prolonged two-wheel drive operation on dry pavement,
disengagement of the automatic locking hubs, which is not
required for two-wheel drive operation, stops all movement of
front-wheel drive components while operating in two-wheel
drive.
[GF16370(R)05/96]
During axle break-in or operation in extremely cold
temperatures, the automatic locking hubs may not release
completely. It may be necessary to drive the vehicle for 10 to 15
minutes before repeating the release procedure.
[GF16380(R)05/96]
To shift from 4x4 HIGH or 2WD to 4x4 LOW:
[GF16390(R)05/96]
Stop the vehicle, depress the brake and place the automatic
transmission in N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on vehicles
with a manual transmission. Rotate the 4WD switch on the
instrument panel to 4x4 LOW. Both the 4WD and 4WD LOW
lights are now lit.
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[GF17140(R)05/96]
NOTE: Do not drive the vehicle with the left and right
manual locking hubs set to different positions.
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[GF17150(R)05/96]
To shift from 4H to 2H:
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[GF17160(R)05/96]
Move the transfer case shift lever forward to the 2H position.
This can be done at any speed. However, the front driveline
will remain engaged to the front wheels until the manual
locking hubs are disengaged. To disengage the manual locking
hubs, stop the vehicle and rotate both hub lock selector knobs
counterclockwise to the FREE position.
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[GF17170(R)05/96]
Operating in 2H with the hubs in the LOCK position increases
fuel consumption, noise, vibration, and wear. For prolonged 2H
operation on dry pavement, set the manual locking hubs to the
FREE position.
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[GF17180(R)05/96]
To shift between 4H and 4L:
[GF17190(R)05/96]
Stop the vehicle and place the automatic transmission into N
(Neutral) or depress the clutch on vehicles with a manual
transmission. Pull the transfer case shift lever to the left and
shift the transfer case to the desired 4H or 4L position. This
shift should be with one continuous motion without pausing in
the N position. Pausing in the neutral position can result in gear
clash and difficult shifting. If while shifting between 4H and 4L,
the transfer case gets stuck in the N position or is difficult to
shift into either 4H or 4L, it may be necessary to let the vehicle
roll slightly and/or turn off the engine (particularly on vehicles
equipped with automatic transmissions).
[GF17200(R)05/96]
To shift between N (Neutral) and either 4H or 4L
[GF17210(R)05/96]
To shift into N (Neutral), stop the vehicle and engage the
parking brake. Place the automatic transmission into N (Neutral)
or depress the clutch on manual transmission vehicles. From
either the 4H or 4L position, pull the transfer case shift lever to
the left and move the transfer case shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position. The N (Neutral) position should only be used for
vehicle towing.
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Driving
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[GF20000(R)01/96]
Sand
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[GF20100(R)01/96]
When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels of the
vehicle on the most solid area of the trail. Do not reduce the
tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily
through the terrain. Apply accelerator slowly and avoid
spinning the wheels.
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[GF20200(R)01/96]
Mud and Water
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[GF20300(R)01/96]
When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water
higher than the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed
slowly. If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall.
*
[GF20400(R)01/96]
Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not
stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be
improved by moving your vehicle slowly, while applying light
pressure on the brake pedal.
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[GF20500(R)01/96]
After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating
driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating
driveshafts causes an imbalance which could damage drive
components.
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[GF20525(R)03/96]
NOTE: If the transmission and transfer case is submerged in
water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if
necessary.
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[GF38800(R)03/96]
When descending a steep grade with a trailer, operate in Drive
rather than Overdrive. If additional braking is needed, shift the
automatic transmission gearshift into the 2 (Second) or 1 (Low)
position.
[GF38925(R)05/96]
Servicing Your Vehicle If You Tow
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[GF38950(R)05/96]
If you tow a trailer for a long distance, your vehicle will need
to be serviced more frequently than usual. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedulebooklet for additional information.
[GF39000(R)01/96]
Trailer towing tips
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[GF39100(R)01/96]
Before starting on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing
in an area away from heavy traffic. Get to know the ªfeelº of
the vehicle/trailer combination.
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[GF39200(R)01/96]
Practice backing up. Back up very slowly, with someone outside
at the rear of your trailer to guide you. Place your hand at the
bottom of the steering wheel and move it in the direction you
want the rear of the trailer to swing. Slight movement of the
steering wheel results in a much larger movement of the rear of
the trailer.
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[GF39300(R)01/96]
Allow more room for stopping with a trailer attached. Trailer
brakes should be applied first, whether manually or
automatically controlled, when approaching a stop.
*
[GF39400(R)01/96]
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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[GF39500(R)01/96]
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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[GF39600(R)01/96]
When turning, drive slightly beyond the normal turning point
so the trailer wheels will clear curbs or other obstructions.
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Roadside Emergencies
%*[ER00200(R)03/96]Hazard Flasher
*[ER00210(R)01/96]The hazard flasher is used to alert other drivers to hazardous
situations.
*[ER00212(R)03/96]The flashers will flash and the high-mount brakelamp will stay
on steadily (not flash) with the brake pedal depressed.
*[ER00214(R)01/96]The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not. The
flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully
charged and in good condition without draining the battery
excessively. If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if
the battery is not fully charged, the battery power can be
drained.
*[ER00216(R)01/96]To use the hazard flasher:
*[ER00218(R)01/96]1.Push in the flasher button; it will pop out and the lamps will
begin to flash.
*[ER00220(R)01/96]2.To stop the flashers, push in the flasher button again.
*[ER00230(R)01/96]NOTE: The flasher button will be sticking up slightly higher
when on than when off.
[ER00250(R)01/96]
10-1/2 pica
art:0020079-D
Hazard flasher
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Roadside Emergencies
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[ER25100(R)02/96]
Preparing Your Vehicle
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[ER25200(R)02/96]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).
*
[ER25300(R)02/96]2.
Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle. You
could damage the vehicle's electrical system.
*
[ER25400(R)02/96]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.
*
[ER25500(R)02/96]4.
Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive
corrosion before you attach the jumper cables.
*
[ER25600(R)02/96]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.
%*
[ER25700(R)02/96]
Connecting the jumper cables
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[ER25800(R)02/96]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.
*
[ER25900(R)02/96]2.
Connect the other end of the first cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the booster battery.
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[ER26000(R)02/96]3.
Connect one end of the second cable to the negative (s)
terminal of the booster battery Ð NOT to the discharged
battery.
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Roadside Emergencies
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[ER33000(R)01/96]
4x2ÐManualtransmission
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[ER33100(R)01/96]
n
Release the parking brake.
[ER33200(R)01/96]
n
Place the transmission gearshift in the neutral position.
[ER33300(R)01/96]
n
Maximum speed is limited by towing equipment
manufacturer's recommendation, unlimited distance.
[ER33400(R)01/96]
4x4ÐManualshifttransfercase
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[ER33500(R)01/96]
n
Release the parking brake.
[ER33600(R)01/96]
n
Place the transmission gearshift in the neutral position.
[ER33700(R)01/96]
n
Place the transfer case gearshift in the neutral position.
[ER33800(R)01/96]
n
Set the manual locking hubs in the FREE position.
[ER33900(R)01/96]
n
Maximum speed is 55 mph (88 km/h), unlimited distance.
[ER34000(R)01/96]
4 x 4 Electric shift transfer case
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[ER34200(R)01/96]
n
Release the parking brake.
[ER34300(R)01/96]
n
Place the transmission gearshift in the neutral position.
[ER34400(R)05/96]
n
Ensure the transfer case is in 2H and the auto hubs are
unlocked.
[ER34600(R)01/96]
NOTE: Both the 4WD and 4WD Low indicator lights in the
instrument panel will be off when the 4WD switch is
in 2WD.
[ER34700(R)01/96]
For automatic transmissions:
[ER34800(R)01/96]
n
Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
[ER34900(R)01/96]
n
Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km).
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[MC13730(R)05/96]
NOTE: Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil
filters are designed for added engine protection and
long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does
not meet Ford material and design specifications,
startup engine noises or knock may be experienced. It
is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft
oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford
specifications) for your engine application.
%*
[MC13775(R)01/96]
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[MC13800(R)01/96]
Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe
engine operation, check the oil using the dipstick each time you
put fuel in your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off, the
oil must be warm and the vehicle must be parked on level
ground.
%*
[MC13900(R)01/96]
Checking the engine oil level:
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[MC14000(R)01/96]1.
Turn the engine off after it has warmed up and allow a few
minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan.
[MC14050(R)04/96]2.
Set the parking brake, making sure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park) or 1 (manual transmission).
*
[MC14100(R)01/96]3.
Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
*
[MC14200(R)01/96]4.
Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in yellow) and
carefully pull it out of the engine.
*
[MC14300(R)01/96]5.
Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making
sure it is fully seated.
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