Ford Falcon (FG) 2010, Manual

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Driving hints
DRIVING ON SNOW, ICE,
MUD OR SAND
CAUTION
Before driving in sub-zero
temperatures, ensure that
sufficient anti-freeze protection is added
to the cooling system. Refer to the Fluid
Specification section in the Customer
Assistance, Warranty & Service Guide.
When hazardous driving is encountered
due to snow, ice, mud or sand, follow
these suggestions.
• Drive cautiously, allowing extra
distance for braking.
• Avoid sudden movements, either
braking or steering.
• If stalled in snow or sand, use
second gear and accelerate slowly.
First gear (manual transmission)
or
1 (auto transmission in ’Manual
Mode’) may be used, if necessary.
Move slowly to avoid spinning the
rear wheels.
WARNING
On slippery surfaces do not
downshift into FIRST (manual
transmission) or
1 (auto transmission
in ’Manual Mode’). This may induce
skidding.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud
or snow
Your vehicle is not designed to be
driven off-road. However, you may still
encounter a situation where your vehicle
becomes lightly bogged, for example in
a muddy car park or in snowy conditions.
In this type of situation it may be possible
to rock the vehicle free by alternating
between Forward and Reverse gears
whilst using a light accelerator pedal
pressure. Should this not be effective,
Ford recommends contacting a
Professional Recovery Service.
CAUTION
Avoid alternating between
forward and reverse gears at
vehicle speeds greater than 3-4 km/h.
Failure to observe this may result in
driveline damage.
WARNINGS
Ensure there are no pedestrians
or objects near the vehicle if trying
to rock your vehicle free. The movement
of the car in this situation may be
unpredictable.
Do not spin the wheels
excessively as this may cause
personal injury to bystanders and/
or premature failure of driveline
components.
Snow chains
Only use snow chains on the driven
(rear) wheels. Do not exceed 40 km/h
when the chains are fitted. In order to
avoid damage, remove wheel covers
before driving with snow chains. Remove
the chains immediately on roads free of
snow and ice.
Consult an authorised snow chain dealer
to obtain chains of the correct size for
your vehicle and advice regarding snow
chain fitment.
If snow chains are fitted to your vehicle,
ensure that they are fitted properly.