Black plate (102,1)
CAUTION
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Make sure water does not enter the
vehicle interior or the engine area.
The vehicle interior could become
wet or the engine could be damaged.
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After off-road driving, clear off any
debris, such as mud or grass, on the
radiator or other vehicle parts and
check for damage. If debris is not
cleaned, engine performance could
be affected or damaged. If there is
any damage or abnormality, bring
the vehicle to an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Ford
Repairer.
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Use caution when driving off-road in
4×4. Use of the accelerator, clutch,
steering wheel and brakes requires
the same degree of driver caution as
with a non-4×4 vehicle. Sudden
manoeuvring could cause damage to
powertrain parts or cause the vehicle
to become stuck.
NOTE
If the vehicle is stuck, it may be
dislodged by placing objects such as
wood or stone under all four tyres, or
rocking it out by shifting between
forward and reverse gears, stopping
between shifts, in a steady pattern.
Driving on muddy or sandy surfaces
When driving on relatively smooth
surfaces under normal driving conditions,
select 4H.
When driving on uneven surfaces or when
conditions require driving very slowly,
select 4L. Depress the accelerator pedal
slowly.
NOTE
During off-road driving, 4×4 turning
has a slightly greater turning radius than
4×2.
Driving on steep slopes
When ascending steep slopes, select 4L
and make sure proper traction is
maintained.
When descending steep slopes, select 4L
and use a low gear for brake assistance
and descend slowly.
WARNING
Always drive straight up or straight
down on steep slopes:
Driving horizontally across steep
slopes is dangerous. The vehicle could
rollover sideways and cause serious
injuries.
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Starting and Driving
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