Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles
for stopping. Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower
gears. In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake steadily. Since
your vehicle is equipped with a four wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS),
do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to theBrakessection of this chapter
for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system.
WARNING:If you are driving in slippery conditions that require
tire chains or cables, then it is critical that you drive cautiously.
Keep speeds down, allow for longer stopping distances and avoid
aggressive steering to reduce the chances of a loss of vehicle control
which can lead to serious injury or death. If the rear end of the vehicle
slides while cornering, steer in the direction of the slide until you
regain control of the vehicle.
Maintenance and modifications
The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed
and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty
and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor
Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such
as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by
using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.
Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make
it more likely the vehicle will rollover as a result of a loss of control.
Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle
equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder or luggage racks).
Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase
your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities
and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection of
vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to
heavy off-highway usage.
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Electronic message center .........19
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................253
running out of fuel .........252, 299
Emission control system ..........303
Engine ........................................318
cleaning ...................................268
coolant .....................................286
fail-safe cooling .......................291
idle speed control ...................284
lubrication specifications .......315
refill capacities ........................315
service points ..................277–278
Engine block heater .................203
Engine oil ..................................280
checking and adding ..............280
dipstick ....................................280
filter, specifications ........283, 314
recommendations ...................283
refill capacities ........................315
specifications ..........................315
Event data recording ....................6
Exhaust fumes ..........................203
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Fail safe cooling ........................291
Fleet MyKey programming ........92
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....293
Floor mats ...................................90
Fluid capacities .........................315
Fog lamps ....................................55
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................230
Fuel ............................................293calculating fuel
economy ............................21, 300
cap ...........................................296
capacity ...................................315
choosing the right fuel ...........297
detergent in fuel .....................298
filler funnel .............................299
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................293, 296, 300
filter, specifications ........292, 314
fuel pump shut-off ..................239
improving fuel economy ........300
octane rating ...................297, 318
quality ......................................298
running out of fuel .........252, 299
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................293
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .................................293, 297
Fuses ..................................239–240
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Garage door opener ....................84
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............296
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................300
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................238
Headlamps ...................................54
aiming ........................................57
autolamp system .......................54
bulb specifications ....................60
daytime running lights .............56
flash to pass ..............................56
high beam .................................55
replacing bulbs .........................61
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