2003 FORD SUPER DUTY Owners Manual

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FORD SUPER DUTY 2003 1.G Owners Manual F-550 SuperCab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel
(Fifth Wheel Towing)
Engine Rear axle
ratioMaximum GCWR -
kg (lbs.)Maximum
trailer weight -
kg (lbs.)
6.8L 5.38 11793 (26000) 8255 (18200)
4x4 with automatic

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FORD SUPER DUTY 2003 1.G Owners Manual 2. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers
at the center of the vehicle.
3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that
the front bumper hei

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FORD SUPER DUTY 2003 1.G Owners Manual Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
•Turn off the speed control. The speed control mayshut off
automaticallywhen you are towing on long, steep grades.
•Consult your local motor vehicle sp

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FORD SUPER DUTY 2003 1.G Owners Manual Exceeding these limits mayallow water to enter critical vehicle
components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions and reliability.
Replace front and rear axle lubricants anytime the axles have b

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FORD SUPER DUTY 2003 1.G Owners Manual Book. These instructions are available through your Ford dealer; they
include the list of vehicle models recommended for snowplowing and
snowplow weight limits. Use of the Snowplow Package Option, or

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FORD SUPER DUTY 2003 1.G Owners Manual •Tires have their maximum inflation pressure and associated load rating
imprinted on the tire sidewall. This pressure mayor maynot be the
same as that shown as recommended on the vehicle. The vehicl

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FORD SUPER DUTY 2003 1.G Owners Manual Additional equipment such as snowplow equipment mayeffect
the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of
injury. Please refer to the Body Builders Lay out Book for instructions
about th

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FORD SUPER DUTY 2003 1.G Owners Manual GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Companyoffers a complimentaryroadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Li