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2. With the brake lamps, parking
lamps and headlamps off, turn the
ignition switch to ON or ACC.
3. After M/C briefly illuminates
(about two seconds), press the
brake pedal. If ªCHECK
EXTERIOR LAMPSº is displayed,
then a brake lamp is burned out. If
this message is not displayed,
proceed to the next step.
4. Turn the light switch to the
parking lamp positions. If ªCHECK
EXTERIOR LAMPSº is displayed,
then a rear side marker is burned
out. If this message is not
displayed, proceed to the next
step.
5. Turn the light switch to the
headlamp position. If ªCHECK
EXTERIOR LAMPSº is displayed,
then a low beam headlamp is
burned out.
If you use additional lights, such as
trailer lights, or replace bulbs with
equipment that is not equal to the
original Ford equipment, you may
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towing a trailer or heavy loads
through heavy terrain.
To return to
D(Overdrive)
mode, press the transmission
control switch.
O/D
OFFwill remain off.
When starting your vehicle, the
transmission will automatically
return to normal
D(Overdrive)
mode.
2 SecondUse the 2 (Second)
position to start-up on slippery
roads or to provide additional
braking on downgrades.
Transmission operates in gears one
and two.
1 LowUse the 1 (Low) position to
provide maximum engine braking
on steep downgrades. Upshifts may
be made by shifting to the 2
(Second) position or to
D(Overdrive). Selecting the 1
(Low) position at higher speeds
causes the transmission to
downshift through the gears and
will shift to 1 (Low) after the
vehicle decelerates to the proper
speed.
Driving (5R55E
transmission-4.0L engines only)
DOverdriveThe normal driving
position for the best fuel economy.
Transmission operates in gears one
through five.
Dcan be deactivated by pressing
the transmission control switch on
the selector lever. The
O/D
OFFwill
illuminate.
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D DriveNot shown on the display.
Activate by pressing the
transmission control switch.
O/D
OFFwill illuminate in the
instrument cluster. Transmission
operates in gears one through four.
D (Drive) provides more engine
braking than
D(Overdrive) and
is useful when towing a trailer or
heavy loads through heavy terrain.
To return to
D(Overdrive)
mode, press the transmission
control switch.
O/D
OFFwill turn off.
When starting your vehicle, the
transmission will automatically
return to normal
D(Overdrive)
mode.
2 SecondUse the 2 (Second)
position to start-up on slippery
roads or to provide additional
braking on downgrades.
Transmission operates in third
gear.
1 LowUse the 1 (Low) position to
provide maximum engine braking
on steep downgrades. Upshifts may
be made by shifting to the 2
(Second) position or to
D(Overdrive). Selecting the 1
(Low) position at high speeds
causes the transmission to
downshift through the gears and
will shift to 1 (Low) after the
vehicle decelerates to the proper
speed.
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²GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) ÐCarrying capacity
for each axle system (front and
rear). The GAWR is specific to
each vehicle and is listed on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label on the driver door pillar.
²GCW (Gross Combined
Weight) ÐThe GCW is the
maximum combined weight of
the towing vehicle (including
passengers and cargo) and the
loaded trailer. The GCW is
specified by the manufacturer to
indicate the combined maximum
loaded weight that the vehicle is
designed to tow.
Payload = GVWR minus Base
curb weight
To obtain the correct weights for
your vehicle, try taking your
vehicle to a shipping company or
an inspection station for trucks.
Do not use replacement tires with
lower weight capacities than the
originals because they might lower
the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR.
(Replacement tires with a higher
weight limit than the originals do
not increase the GVWR or the
GAWR limitations.)
In high altitudes, engines will lose
power at a rate of 3% power per
300 m (1000 ft) increase in
elevation. A reduction in GVW and
GCW is recommended for
maximum vehicle performance.
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Do not exceed the GVWR
or the GAWR specified on
the Safety Compliance
Certification Label.
It is extremely dangerous
to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In
a collision, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be
seriously injured or killed. Do not
allow people to ride in any area
of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and safety
belts. Be sure everyone in your
vehicle is in a seat and using a
safety belt properly.
Driving with a heavy load
The total vehicle weight plus the
total weight of passengers and
cargo should never exceed the
GVWR.
The weight that the vehicle carries
over the front and rear axles
should never exceed the GVWR for
the respective axle.
The weight limits of your vehicle's
tires affect the GVWR or GAWR
limitations. Using tires with higher
weight limits than the original tires
will not increase the GVWR or
GAWR of your vehicle; using tires
with lower weight limits may lower
the GVWR or GAWR of your
vehicle.
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TRAILER TOWING
Trailer towing with your vehicle
may require the use of a trailer
tow option package.
Trailer towing puts additional loads
on your vehicle's engine,
transmission, axle, brakes, tires,
and suspension. For your safety
and to maximize vehicle
performance, be sure to use the
proper equipment while towing.
Follow these guidelines to ensure
safe towing procedure:
²Stay within your vehicle's load
limits.
²Thoroughly prepare your vehicle
for towing. Refer toPreparing
to towin this chapter.
²Use extra caution when driving
while trailer towing. Refer to
Driving while towingin this
chapter.
²Service your vehicle more
frequently if you tow a trailer.
Refer to the severe duty
schedule in the ªService Guideº.
²Do not tow a trailer until your
vehicle has been driven at least
800 km (500 miles).
²Refer to the instructions
included with towing accessories
for the proper installation and
adjustment specifications.
²Speed control may shut off if
you are towing on long, steep
grades.
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Do not exceed the maximum loads
listed on the Safety Compliance
Certification label. For load
specification terms found on the
label, refer toLoading your
vehiclein this chapter. Remember
to figure in the tongue load of your
loaded vehicle when figuring the
total weight.
Preparing to tow
Use the proper equipment for
towing a trailer and make sure that
it is properly attached to your
vehicle. See your dealer or a
reliable trailer retailer if you
require assistance.
Auxiliary coolers are recommended
for the power steering system and
automatic transmission system if
you are planning on:
²towing farther than 80 km (50
miles)
²towing in hilly terrain
²towing frequently
Trailer towing tables
TRAILER TOWING TABLE 4X2 MANUAL TRANSMISSION
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
Engine
(EFI)Rear Axle
RatioMaximum
GCWR
Kg(Lb)Trailer Weight
Range Kg(lb)
(0-Maximum)Maximum
Frontal Area of
Trailer Ft
2
2-DOOR
4.0 L 3.272,721
(6,000)0-907
(0-2,000)50
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TRAILER TOWING TABLE 4X2 MANUAL TRANSMISSION
4.0 L 3.733,175
(7,000)0-1,406
(0-3,100)50
4-DOOR
4.0 L 3.27 2,721(6,000)0-861
(0-1,900 )50
4.0 L 3.73 3,175(7,000)0-1,315
(0-2,900)50
TRAILER TOWING TABLE 4X4 MANUAL TRANSMISSION
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
2-DOOR
4.0 L3.27 2,721
(6,000)0-816
(0-1,800)50
4.0 L3.55 2,948
(6,500)0-1,043
(0-2,300)50
4.0 L3.73 3,175
(7,000)0-1,270
(0-2,800)50
4-DOOR
4.0 L 3.552,948
(6,500)0-952
(0-2,100)50
4.0 L 3.733,175
(7,000)0-1,179
(0-2,600)50
NOTES:
- For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300 meters
(1,000 ft) elevation.
- For definitions of terms used in this table and instructions on how to
calculate your vehicle load, refer toLoading your vehiclein this
chapter.
- Maximum trailer weights shown. The combined weight of the
completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the
GCWR.
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TRAILER TOWING TABLE 4X2 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
Engine
(EFI)Rear Axle
RatioMaximum
GCWR
Kg(Lb)Trailer Weight
Range Kg(Lb)
0-MaximumMaximum
Frontal Area of
Trailer Ft
2
2-DOOR
4.0 L3.27 3,175
(7,000)0-1,360
(0-3,000)50
4.0 L3.55 3,628
(8,000)0-1,814
(0-4,000)50
4.0 L3.73 4,082
(9,000)0-2,267
(0-5,000)50
4-DOOR
4.0 L 3.554,082
(9,000)0-2,177
(0-4800)50
4.0 L 3.734,535
(10,000)0-2,630
(0-5,800)50
4.0 L 4.104,535
(10,000)0-2,630
(0-5,800)50
5.0 L 3.734,990
(11,080)0-3,039
(0-6,700)50
TRAILER TOWING TABLE 4X4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
2-DOOR
4.0 L3.27 3,175
(7,000)0-1,270
(0-2,800)50
4.0 L3.55 3,628
(8,000)0-1,723
(0-3,800)50
4.0 L3.73 4,082
(9,000)0-2,177
(0-4,800)50
4-DOOR
4.0 L 3.554,082
(9,000)0-2,086
(0-4,600)50
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TRAILER TOWING TABLE 4X4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
4.0 L 3.734,535
(10,000)0-2,540
(0-5,600)50
4.0 L 4.104,535
(10,000)0-2,540
(0-5,600)50
TRAILER TOWING TABLE AWD AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
4-DOOR
5.0 L 3.734,990
(11,000)0-2,902
(0-6,400)50
NOTES:
- For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300 meters
(1,000 ft) elevation.
- For definition of terms and instructions on calculating your vehicle's
load, refer toLoading your vehiclein this chapter.
- Maximum trailer weights shown. The combined weight of the
completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the
GCWR.
Calculating trailer loads
To determine the amount of weight
that your vehicle can carry:
²Obtain ratings from the Safety
Compliance Certification label
and the trailer towing
specifications in this chapter.
²Weigh your vehicle as you
customarily operate the vehicle
without cargo.
²Subtract the total weight of
passengers, driver and optional
equipment to determine the
total weight that your vehicle
can carry.
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