BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 miles (480 kilometers). During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unique driving characteristics. Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers). Vary your speed frequently and change up through the gears early. Do not labor the engine. Do not tow during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers).
Towing the vehicle on four wheels
Emergency Towing
If your vehicle becomes inoperable (without access to wheel dollies,
car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle), it can be flat-towed
(all wheels on the ground, regardless ...
Economical driving
Fuel economy is affected by several things, such as how you drive, the
conditions you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that may improve your fue ...
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Starting System
SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Starting System
Starting System - without Push Button Start
Overview
The starter system controls the cranking of the engine. The starter motor is
enabled by the starter relay when the relay is activated by the& ...
Collision Avoidance
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Forward Collision Warning
Overview
The forward collision warning system alerts the driver of a collision risk
with a red warning LED indicator bar located above the instrument panel (part of
the HUD module) and an audible warning chime from the IPC. The
AB ...
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed
below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off
(PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with
Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid
unless a leak i ...
