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Parking Brake
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RWARNING
When parking, do not use the gearshift in
place of the parking brake. Turn the key
to LOCK whenever you leave your
vehicle. Always set the parking brake
fully and make sure that the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual
transmission). Never leave your vehicle
unattended while it is running. If you do
not take these precautions, your vehicle
may move unexpectedly and injure
someone.
[DR24970(B F )05/95]
When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)
position, the engine and transmission are
disconnected from the rest of the driveline.
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the
automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the
manual transmission is in gear.
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Speed limiter
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All models are equipped with an electronic
engine control system (EEC) which limits the
maximum engine speed and thus road speed in
top gear. Vehicle operation is normal since the
controlled maximum speed is above posted
highway speeds in North America.
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Driving in Bad Weather
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Slippery roads
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Drive cautiously on wet or snowy roads:
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Do not quickly move the steering wheel
unless necessary.
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Drive slower than you normally would.
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Give your vehicle more distance to stop.
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[DR27025( ALL)07/94]
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To stop on ice, shift to Neutral below 10 mph
(16 km/h) and gently pump brakes. (Except
with 4WAL)
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Consider using one of the lower gears.
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For 4x4 vehicles, engage 4WD, and try to
drive slowly away.
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RWARNING
To avoid losing control on slippery roads,
do not downshift into Low with the
automatic transmission when moving
faster than 20 mph (32 km/h). Do not
downshift into First with the manual
transmission when moving faster than
5 mph (8 km/h).
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RWARNING
The rear antilock brake system may not
prevent brake lock-up on extremely
slippery surfaces. Rear brake lock-up may
also occur while driving in four-wheel
drive because the transfer case couples the
front and rear axles together.
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Traction-Lok Rear Axle (If equipped)
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This axle provides added drive away traction on
slippery surfaces, particularly when one or more
wheels are on a surface with poor traction.
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Extended use of other than matching size tires
on a Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a
permanent reduction in effectiveness. This loss of
effectiveness does not affect normal driving and
should not be noticeable to the driver.
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RWARNING
To avoid injury, never run the engine
with one wheel off the ground, such as
when changing a tire.
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High water
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Never attempt to cross water that is fast flowing
or of unknown depth.
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Do not drive through flooded areas unless you
are sure that the water is below the bottom of
the wheel hubs.
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If you must drive through high water, drive
slowly. You may have limited traction or wet
brakes, so allow extra stopping distance because
your vehicle will not stop as quickly as usual.
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After you drive through the standing water,
apply your brakes gently several times as your
vehicle moves slowly. This helps to dry the
brakes.
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NOTE: If the transmission and transfer case is
submerged in water, their fluids should
be checked and changed, if necessary.
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NOTE: All rear axle lube quantities must be
replaced every 100,000 miles
(160,000 km) or if the axle has been
submerged in water. Otherwise, the
lube should not be checked or changed
unless a leak is suspected or repair
required.
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Rocking the vehicle
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For 4x4 vehicles, engage 4WD LOW, when the
vehicle gets stuck and try to drive away.
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If your vehicle gets stuck (for example, in mud
or snow), you may rock it out of the spot. Shift
in a steady rhythm between forward and reverse
gears. Allow the transmission to fully engage,
then press lightly on the accelerator. Do not rock
the vehicle for more than a few minutes. This
may overheat the engine and transmission,
causing damage to both. In addition, other
vehicle systems and components may also be
damaged.
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RWARNING
Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph
(56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a
passenger or bystander.
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Vehicle/Trailer Loads
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All vehicles may tow a Class I trailer provided
the Gross Combined Weight (GCW) is less than
or equal to the GVWR shown on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. For heavier
trailer applications, refer to the towing
information found later in this chapter.
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Trailer Towing (may require trailer tow
option package)
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Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your
vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires
and suspension. For your safety and for the
good of your vehicle, use the right equipment
for the type of trailer you tow.
[DR29010(B F )05/95]
If your trailer is equipped with electric brakes,
auxiliary battery, or back-up lamps, the optional
7 wire trailer towing electrical hook-up will be
required on the vehicle.
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Your trailer towing capability will vary based on
the standard and optional equipment on your
vehicle. Refer to the followingVehicle
Loading/Towing Informationand the Trailer
Towing Tables to determine the specific towing
capability of your vehicle.
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Stay within the load limits when you tow.
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Carefully and thoroughly prepare your
vehicle for towing, making sure to use the
right equipment and to attach it properly.
(SeePreparing to Towin this chapter.)
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Use extra caution when driving your vehicle
while you tow. (SeeDriving while you towin
this chapter.)
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Service your vehicle more frequently if you
tow a trailer. (SeeServicing your vehicle if you
towin this chapter.)
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Passenger car type tires when installed on light
trucks and multipurpose passenger vehicles are
rated at 10% lower load carrying capacity due to
the differences in vehicle usages.
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The vehicle must not be loaded to both the front
and rear GAWR because the GVWR will be
exceeded. The GAWR of the front and rear axles
exceed the GVWR when added together to allow
flexibility in fore and aft loading of cargo.
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With the tires inflated to the specified pressure
the total weight of your vehicle must not exceed
the GVWR and GAWR specified on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. This includes full
fuel tank(s), vehicle equipment, and occupants as
well as the cargo load.
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GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
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GCWR is the maximum combined weight of the
towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo)
and the loaded trailer. The GCWR is specified
by the manufacturer to indicate the combined
maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is
designed to tow.
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Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
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The maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is
permitted to tow. The maximum trailer weight
rating is specified by the manufacturer and is
determined by subtracting the vehicle curb
weight for each engine/transmission
combination, any required option weight for
trailer towing and the weight of the driver from
the GCWR for the towing vehicle.
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Maximum Trailer Weight
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The maximum weight of a trailer the loaded
vehicle is permitted to tow. The maximum
weight of the trailer is determined by subtracting
the weight of the loaded towing
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Trailers
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Towing a trailer safely means having the proper
weight on the tongue (usually 10% of the trailer
weight). Load-equalizing hitches on large rigs
may transfer weight to each of the vehicle's
axles. This weight must be included in capacity
calculations when determining if the vehicle is
loaded within safe limits.
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If your vehicle exceeds the GVWR, remove cargo
from your vehicle accordingly. If your vehicle
exceeds the GAWR for either axle, shift the load
or remove cargo accordingly.
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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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RWARNING
Towing trailers beyond the maximum
recommended gross trailer weight could
result in engine damage, transmission/axle
damage, structural damage, loss of control,
and personal injury.
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Using the Safety Compliance Certification Label
find the axle code number and the engine type
for your vehicle.
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Use the appropriate Maximum Gross Combined
Weight Rating (GCWR) chart to find the
Maximum GCWR for your type engine and rear
axle ratio.
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Subtract your Loaded Vehicle Weight from the
Maximum GCWR found in the chart. This is the
maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow
and must fall below the maximum shown under
Trailer Weight on the chart.
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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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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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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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When turning, drive slightly beyond the normal
turning point so the trailer wheels will clear
curbs or other obstructions.
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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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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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Apply the foot service brakes and hold.
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Have another person place the wheel chocks
under the trailer wheels.
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With the chocks in place, release the foot
service brakes, making sure the chocks are
holding.
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For automatic transmissions Ð apply the
parking brake by pressing the service brake
pedal down firmly with your right foot while
applying the parking brake pedal with your
left foot.
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For manual transmissions Ð apply the
service brake and shift into N (Neutral) while
still maintaining pressure on the service
brake pedal. Set the parking brake fully.
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Shift an automatic transmission into P (Park).
Put the gearshift of a manual transmission in
Reverse. If your vehicle is equipped with
four-wheel drive make sure the transfer case
is not in Neutral.
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To start, after being parked on a grade:
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Apply the foot service brakes and hold
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Start the engine
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Shift transmission into gear and release the
parking brake
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Release the foot service brakes and move the
vehicle uphill to free the wheel chocks
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Apply the foot service brakes and hold while
another person retrieves the chocks.
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Snowplowing
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Snow plowing with your air bag equipped
vehicle
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The F-150 Regular Cab 4x4 is equipped with
safety belts and a driver-side air bag
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). Ford has
evaluated the SRS on an F-150 Regular Cab 4x4
in various snow removal applications. The
results of the tests indicated an appropriately
equipped F-150 Regular Cab 4x4 and its SRS are
compatible with low speed, personal use snow
removal.
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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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Vehicle Operation On the Road
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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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Vehicle Operation While Plowing
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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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Do not shift the transmission from forward to
reverse until the engine is at idle and the wheels
are stopped.
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