State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. Do not let children play with the moon roof. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Ford Motor Company will repair or.
Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Perhaps the most noticeable element is the dip in each side window, created partly to improve mirror visibility but also to enhance the tough look. The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. This feature provides an indicator to the driver that the vehicle turn signal is working properly. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off.
Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician. The SuperCab adds a three-place rear seat, and the four-door SuperCrew also has a three-place rear bench. New power-down quarter windows go on SuperCab models; these are not the flip-out kind common on pickup trucks. Regular-cab and SuperCab models may be fitted with either a 6. Can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.
If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired. Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than —36°.
To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Pull control to release seat cushion.
Low fuel: Displays when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter. F-150 Heritage Instead of dropping the previous-generation, light-duty, full-size pickup altogether in favor of the new design, Ford decided to keep the old one around until mid-2004 or so. F150 SuperCrew Owners: Snowplowing Your vehicle is not recommended for snowplowing. A dashboard switch activates an optional, electrically engaged transfer case. A full-length floor-mounted console with a shifter is available. A power sliding rear window is offered for the first time.
While the lever is in the down position, tilt the steering column to its desired orientation. The axle may exhibit a slight noise or vibration in tight turns with low vehicle speed. The hood has been raised by 3 inches, the taillamps are taller, and the rear badge is larger. Under the Hood The base F-150 engine is a 231-hp, 4. The latches on the side of the bins are to enable the user to remove the bin or add a dealer purchased feature. Power steering fluid reservoir 5.
Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully before driving through a narrow. To lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery. Otherwise, the bed is a slab-sided Styleside design. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading.