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If your vehicle exceeds the GVWR, remove cargo from your
vehicle accordingly. If your vehicle exceeds either GAWR, shift
the load or remove cargo accordingly.
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To determine actual GCW, weigh the total vehicle and trailer
and also weigh the trailer separately to verify its weight.
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Trailers
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Towing a trailer safely means having the proper weight on the
tongue (usually 10-15% of the trailer weight).
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RWARNING
Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the
Safety Compliance Certification Label.
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RWARNING
Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended
gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and
could result in engine damage, transaxle damage,
structural damage, loss of control, and personal injury.
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Preparing to Tow
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For your safety and for the good of your vehicle, use the right
equipment for the type of trailer you tow. Also, make sure that
all towing equipment is properly attached to your vehicle. If
you are not certain that you are using the right equipment in
the proper manner, see your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer.
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Hitches
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For towing trailers up to 2,000 lbs. (907 kg), use a good
weight-carrying hitch and hitch ball which uniformly distributes
the trailer tongue load through the underbody structure.
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An optional trailer towing package is available for towing
trailers up to 3,500 lbs. (1587 kg). Use a frame-mounted weight
distributing hitch for trailers over 2,000 lbs. (907 kg).
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Driving
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Servicing Your Vehicle If You Tow
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If you tow a trailer for a long distance, your vehicle will need
to be serviced more frequently than usual. See theMaintenance
Schedulebooklet in the Owner's portfolio.
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Trailer Towing Tips
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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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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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When turning, drive slightly beyond the normal turning point
so the trailer wheels will clear curbs or other obstructions.
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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 an easy-to-operate vehicle/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 stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather,
place the gearshift selector lever in Park (P) to increase the
engine idle speed. This aids in engine cooling and air
conditioner efficiency. If the engine overheats, press the air
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240intake button to select the fresh air position to stop the air
conditioner compressor. 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 main brake pedal with your foot and hold it.
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Have another person place the wheel chocks under the
trailer wheels.
[GF22000(ALL)01/96]3.
With the chocks in place, release the brake pedal, making
sure the chocks are holding.
[GF22100(ALL)01/96]4.
Apply the parking brake by pressing the main brake pedal
down firmly with your right foot while depressing the
parking brake pedal with your left foot.
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Shift the gearshift lever into P (Park).
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To start, after being parked on a grade:
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Apply the main brake pedal with your foot and hold it.
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Start the engine.
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Shift the gearshift lever into gear and release the parking
brake.
[GF22700(ALL)01/96]4.
Release the main brake pedal and move the vehicle uphill to
free the wheel chocks.
[GF22800(ALL)01/96]5.
Apply the main brake pedal and hold while another person
retrieves the chocks.
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13-1/2 pica
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Hazard flasher switch location
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Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
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If the engine cranks but does not start or if you have had a
collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been
triggered. The shut-off switch is a device that stops the fuel
pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt.
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For information on how to check and reset the fuel pump
shut-off switch, seeFuel pump shut-off switchin the Index.
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Engine Compartment Main Fuse Panel
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10-1/2 pica
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Engine compartment main fuse panel
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Roadside Emergencies
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Placing the jack
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RWARNING
Do not jack on the running board.
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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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RWARNING
To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part
of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do
not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack.
The jack is only meant for changing the tire.
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Jump-Starting Your Battery
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Your vehicle's battery may discharge if you leave the lights or
any electrical equipment on after you turn the engine off. If this
happens, you may be able to jump-start from a booster battery
to start your vehicle.
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RWARNING
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to
flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result
in injury or vehicle damage.
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RWARNING
To protect yourself when charging a battery, always
shield your face and eyes. Make sure that you can
breathe fresh air.
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RWARNING
Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a
battery could cause acid to spill. Lift the battery with a
carrier or with your hands on the opposite corners.
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RWARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes,
and clothing.
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If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or clothing,
immediately flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes. If
someone swallows the acid, have him or her drink lots of milk
or water first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or vegetable
oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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Roadside Emergencies
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To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery, and to avoid
injury to yourself, follow these directions for preparing your
vehicle to jump-start and connecting the jumper cables in the
order they are given. If in doubt, call for road service.
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Preparing Your Vehicle
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[ER01600(ALL)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).
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Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle. You
could damage the vehicle's electrical system.
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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.
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Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive
corrosion before you attach the jumper cables.
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[ER02000(ALL)01/96]5.
Turn on the heater blower in both vehicles. Turn off all other
switches and lights in both vehicles to prevent possible
damage to either vehicle's electrical systems.
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Connecting the jumper cables
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[ER02200(ALL)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.
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[ER02300(ALL)02/96]2.
Connect the other end of the first cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the booster battery.
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[ER02400(ALL)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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[ER02500(ALL)01/96]4.
Connect the other end of the second cable to a good metallic
surface on the engine or frame of the disabled vehicle.
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RWARNING
Do not connect the end of the second cable to the
negative (s) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A
spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround
the battery.
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Jump-Starting
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Make sure that the jumper cables are not in the way of
moving engine parts, then start the booster vehicle. Run the
engine at a moderate speed.
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[ER03000(ALL)02/96]2.
Let the discharged battery charge for a few minutes and then
start the disabled vehicle. It may take a couple of tries before
the vehicle starts. If the vehicle does not start after several
attempts, there may be a different problem.
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[ER03100(ALL)02/96]3.
When both vehicles are running, let them idle for a few
minutes to charge the discharged battery.
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Removing jumper cables
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Always remove the jumper cables in the reverse order.
Remove the negative (s) end of the jumper cable from the
metallic surface on the engine or frame of the disabled
vehicle.
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Remove the negative (s) cable from the booster battery.
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Remove the positive (+) cable from the booster battery.
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[ER03600(ALL)02/96]4.
Remove the other end of the positive (+) cable from the
discharged battery.
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If you need to replace your battery, seeBatteryin the
Maintenance and Carechapter.
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Towing Your Vehicle
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If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional
towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance
center.
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DO NOT TOW YOUR VILLAGER WITH SLINGBELT
EQUIPMENT. Ford Motor Company has not developed or
approved a T-hook sling-type procedure. Use wheel lift or
flatbed equipment.
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