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    							If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the
    Pavement
    •
    If your vehicle goes off the edge of the
    pavement, slow down, but avoid severe
    brake application, ease the vehicle
    back onto the pavement only after
    reducing your speed. Do not turn the
    steering wheel too sharply while
    returning to the road surface.
    • It may be safer to stay on the apron or
    shoulder of the road and slow down
    gradually before returning to the
    pavement. You may lose control if you
    do not slow down or if you turn the
    steering wheel too sharply or abruptly.
    • It often may be less risky to strike small
    objects, such as highway reflectors,
    with minor damage to your vehicle
    rather than attempt a sudden return to
    the pavement which could cause the
    vehicle to slide sideways out of control
    or rollover. Remember, your safety and
    the safety of others should be your
    primary concern.
    If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck WARNINGS
    Always set the parking brake fully
    and make sure the transmission is in
    P (Park). Turn the ignition to the lock
    position or turn the vehicle off using the
    start/stop button and remove the key
    whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released,
    but the brake warning lamp remains
    illuminated, the brakes may not be
    working properly. See your authorized
    dealer. Do not spin the wheels at over 35
    mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail
    and injure a passenger or bystander.
    Note:
    Do not rock the vehicle if the engine
    is not at normal operating temperature or
    damage to the transmission may occur. Note:
    Do not rock the vehicle for more than
    a few minutes or damage to the
    transmission and tires may occur or the
    engine may overheat.
    If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it
    may be rocked out by shifting between
    forward and reverse gears, stopping
    between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press
    lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
    If your vehicle is equipped with
    AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability
    Control ™, it may be beneficial to
    disengage the AdvanceTrac® with Roll
    Stability Control ™ system while
    attempting to rock the vehicle.
    Emergency Maneuvers
    • In an unavoidable emergency situation
    where a sudden sharp turn must be
    made, remember to avoid
    "over-driving" your vehicle (i.e., turn the
    steering wheel only as rapidly and as
    far as required to avoid the
    emergency). Excessive steering will
    result in less vehicle control, not more.
    Additionally, smooth variations of the
    accelerator and/or brake pedal
    pressure should be utilized if changes
    in vehicle speed are called for. Avoid
    abrupt steering, acceleration or braking
    which could result in an increased risk
    of loss of vehicle control, vehicle
    rollover and/or personal injury. Use all
    available road surface to return the
    vehicle to a safe direction of travel.
    • In the event of an emergency stop,
    avoid skidding the tires and do not
    attempt any sharp steering wheel
    movements.
    • If the vehicle goes from one type of
    surface to another (i.e., from concrete
    to gravel) there will be a change in the
    way the vehicle responds to a
    maneuver (steering, acceleration or
    braking). Again, avoid these abrupt
    inputs.
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    							Sand
    When driving over sand, try to keep all four
    wheels on the most solid area of the trail.
    Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift
    to a lower gear and drive steadily through
    the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly
    and avoid spinning the wheels.
    Do not drive your AWD vehicle in deep
    sand. This will cause the AWD system to
    overheat. After the system has cooled
    down, normal AWD function will return.
    Under severe operating conditions, the A/C
    may cycle on and off to protect
    overheating of the engine.
    Avoid excessive speed because vehicle
    momentum can work against you and
    cause the vehicle to become stuck to the
    point that assistance may be required from
    another vehicle. Remember, you may be
    able to back out the way you came if you
    proceed with caution.
    Mud and Water
    If you must drive through high water, drive
    slowly. Traction or brake capability may
    be limited.
    When driving through water, determine the
    depth; avoid water higher than the bottom
    of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom
    of the hubs (for trucks) (if possible) and
    proceed slowly. If the ignition system gets
    wet, the vehicle may stall.
    Once through water, always try the brakes.
    Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as
    effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be
    improved by moving your vehicle slowly
    while applying light pressure on the brake
    pedal.
    Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle
    speed or direction when you are driving in
    mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction
    in slick mud. As when you are driving over
    sand, apply the accelerator slowly and
    avoid spinning your wheels. If the vehicle
    does slide, steer in the direction of the slide
    until you regain control of the vehicle.
    After driving through mud, clean off residue
    stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires.
    Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating
    driveshafts causes an imbalance that
    could damage drive components.
    Note:
    Driving through deep water may
    damage the transmission.
    If the front or rear axle is submerged in
    water, the axle lubricant and AWD PTU
    (Power Transfer Unit) lubricant should be
    checked and changed if necessary. “Tread Lightly
    ” is an educational program
    designed to increase public awareness of
    land-use regulations and responsibilities
    in our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor
    Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and
    the Bureau of Land Management in
    encouraging you to help preserve our
    national forest and other public and private
    lands by  “treading lightly. ”
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    							Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
    Note:
    Avoid driving crosswise or turning on
    steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in losing
    traction, slipping sideways and possibly
    rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill,
    determine beforehand the route you will
    use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill
    without seeing what conditions are on the
    other side. Do not drive in reverse over a hill
    without the aid of an observer.
    Although natural obstacles may make it
    necessary to travel diagonally up or down
    a hill or steep incline, you should always
    try to drive straight up or straight down.
    When climbing a steep slope or hill, start
    in a lower gear rather than downshifting to
    a lower gear from a higher gear once the
    ascent has started. This reduces strain on
    the engine and the possibility of stalling.
    If you do stall out, do not try to turnaround
    because you might roll over. It is better to
    back down to a safe location.
    Apply just enough power to the wheels to
    climb the hill. Too much power will cause
    the tires to slip, spin or lose traction,
    resulting in loss of vehicle control. Descend a hill in the same gear you would
    use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive
    brake application and brake overheating.
    Do not descend in neutral; instead,
    disengage overdrive or manually shift to a
    lower gear. When descending a steep hill,
    avoid sudden hard braking as you could
    lose control. The front wheels have to be
    turning in order to steer the vehicle.
    Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, therefore
    apply the brakes steadily. Do not 
    “pump”
    the brakes.
    Driving on Snow and Ice WARNING
    If you are driving in slippery
    conditions that require tire chains or
    cables, then it is critical that you drive
    cautiously. Keep speeds down, allow for
    longer stopping distances and avoid
    aggressive steering to reduce the chances
    of a loss of vehicle control which can lead
    to serious injury or death. If the rear end of
    the vehicle slides while cornering, steer in
    the direction of the slide until you regain
    control of the vehicle. Note:
    Excessive tire slippage can cause
    driveline damage.
    AWD vehicles have advantages over 2WD
    vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like
    any other vehicle.
    Should you start to slide while driving on
    snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel
    in the direction of the slide until you regain
    control.
    Avoid sudden applications of power and
    quick changes of direction on snow and
    ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and
    steadily when starting from a full stop.
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    							Avoid sudden braking as well. Although an
    AWD vehicle may accelerate better than
    a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice,
    it won
    ’t stop any faster, because as in other
    vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels.
    Do not become overconfident as to road
    conditions.
    Make sure you allow sufficient distance
    between you and other vehicles for
    stopping. Drive slower than usual and
    consider using one of the lower gears. In
    emergency stopping situations, apply the
    brake steadily. Since your vehicle is
    equipped with a four wheel (ABS), do not
    “pump ” the brakes.  See Hints on Driving
    With Anti-Lock Brakes (page 172).  for
    more information on the operation of the
    anti-lock brake system (ABS).
    Maintenance and Modifications
    The suspension and steering systems on
    your vehicle have been designed and
    tested to provide predictable performance
    whether loaded or empty and durable load
    carrying capability. For this reason, Ford
    Motor Company strongly recommends that
    you do not make modifications such as
    adding or removing parts (such as lowering
    kits or stabilizer bars) or by using
    replacement parts not equivalent to the
    original factory equipment.
    Any modifications to a vehicle that raise
    the center of gravity can make it more likely
    the vehicle will rollover as a result of a loss
    of control. Ford Motor Company
    recommends that caution be used with
    any vehicle equipped with a high load or
    device (such as ladder or luggage racks).
    Failure to maintain your vehicle properly
    may void the warranty, increase your repair
    cost, reduce vehicle performance and
    operational capabilities and adversely
    affect driver and passenger safety.
    Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis
    components is recommended if the vehicle
    is subjected to off-highway usage.
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    							GENERAL INFORMATION
    Note:
    Occasional brake noise is normal. If
    a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or
    continuous squeal sound is present, the
    brake linings may be worn-out. Have the
    system checked by an authorized dealer. If
    your vehicle has continuous vibration or
    shudder in the steering wheel while braking,
    have it checked by an authorized dealer.
    Note: Brake dust may accumulate on the
    wheels, even under normal driving
    conditions. Some dust is inevitable as the
    brakes wear and does not contribute to
    brake noise.  See Cleaning the Alloy
    Wheels (page 270).
    Note: Depending on applicable laws and
    regulations in the country for which your
    vehicle was originally built, your brake lamps
    may flash during heavy braking. Following
    this, your hazard lights may also flash when
    your vehicle comes to a stop. See 
    Warning Lamps and
    Indicators (page 91).
    Wet brakes result in reduced braking
    efficiency. Gently press the brake pedal a
    few times when driving from a car wash or
    standing water to dry the brakes.
    Brake Over Accelerator
    In the event the accelerator pedal
    becomes stuck or entrapped, apply steady
    and firm pressure to the brake pedal to
    slow the vehicle and reduce engine power.
    If you experience this condition, apply the
    brakes and bring your vehicle to a safe
    stop. Move the transmission to park (P),
    switch the engine off and apply the parking
    brake. Inspect the accelerator pedal for
    any interference. If none are found and the
    condition persists, have your vehicle towed
    to the nearest authorized dealer. Brake Assist
    Brake assist detects when you brake
    rapidly by measuring the rate at which you
    press the brake pedal. It provides
    maximum braking efficiency as long as you
    press the pedal, and can reduce stopping
    distances in critical situations.
    Anti-lock Brake System
    This system helps you maintain steering
    control during emergency stops by keeping
    the brakes from locking.
    This lamp momentarily
    illuminates when you turn the
    ignition on. If the light does not
    illuminate during start up, remains on or
    flashes, the system may be disabled. Have
    the system checked by an authorized
    dealer. If the anti-lock brake system is
    disabled, normal braking is still effective. If the brake warning lamp
    illuminates when you release the
    parking brake, have the system
    checked by an authorized dealer.
    HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
    ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
    Note: When the system is operating, the
    brake pedal will pulse and may travel
    further. Maintain pressure on the brake
    pedal. You may also hear a noise from the
    system. This is normal.
    The anti-lock braking system will not
    eliminate the risks when:
    • You drive too closely to the vehicle in
    front of you.
    • Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
    • You take corners too fast.
    • The road surface is poor.
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    							ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
    The electric parking brake replaces the
    conventional handbrake. The operating
    switch is located in the center console.
    WARNING
    Always set the parking brake and
    leave your vehicle with the
    transmission in park (P) (automatic
    transmission) or in first gear (1) or reverse
    (R) (manual transmission). Note:
    When you apply the electric parking
    brake in certain conditions, for example, on
    a steep hill, the electric parking brake may
    reapply the brakes within three to ten
    minutes.
    Note: You may notice various noises when
    you apply and release the electric parking
    brake. This is normal and no cause for
    concern.
    Parking On a Hill (Vehicles With a
    Manual Transmission)
    If you park your vehicle facing uphill, move
    the transmission to first gear (1) and turn
    the steering wheel away from the curb. If
    you park your vehicle facing downhill, move
    the transmission to reverse (R) and turn
    the steering wheel toward the curb.
    Applying the Electric Parking
    brake WARNING
    The brake system warning lamp will
    flash during an emergency parking
    brake apply. If the brake system
    warning lamp continues to flash, there
    could be a problem with your electric
    parking brake. Note:
    The brake system warning lamp will
    illuminate for ten seconds, if the ignition is
    turned off after the electric parking brake
    has been applied, or the electric parking
    brake has been applied after the ignition has
    been turned off.
    Note: The electric parking brake will not
    automatically apply. You must apply the
    electric parking brake using the electric
    parking brake switch. Pull the switch up to apply the electric
    parking brake.
    The brake system warning lamp will flash
    for approximately 2 seconds and then
    illuminate to confirm that the electric
    parking brake has been applied.  See
    Information Displays (page 96).
    Apply the electric parking brake when
    the vehicle is moving WARNINGS
    Applying the electric parking brake
    while moving will result in use of the
    anti-lock braking system. Do not use
    the electric parking brake system when the
    vehicle is moving unless the normal brake
    system is unable to stop the vehicle.
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    							WARNINGS
    With the exception of emergency
    conditions (for example, the brake
    pedal does not work or is blocked),
    do not apply the electric parking brake
    while the vehicle is moving. On bends, or
    poor road surfaces or weather conditions,
    emergency braking can cause the vehicle
    to skid out of control or off the road. If you apply the electric parking brake when
    your vehicle is moving, the brake system
    warning lamp will illuminate and a warning
    chime will sound.  See Information
    Displays (page 96).
    If your vehicle speed is above 
    4 mph
    (6 km/h), the braking force is applied as
    long as the switch is pulled. Releasing or
    pressing the switch or pressing the
    accelerator pedal will stop the braking
    force.
    Releasing the Electric Parking
    Brake You can release the electric parking brake
    either manually by pressing the switch or
    automatically. Manual release WARNING
    If the brake system warning light
    remains illuminated or flashes after
    you have released the parking brake,
    there could be a problem with you braking
    system. Have the system checked by an
    authorized dealer as soon as possible. You can manually release the electric
    parking brake by:
    1. Turning the ignition on.
    2. Pressing the brake pedal.
    3. Pressing the electric parking brake
    switch.
    When the electric parking brake is released,
    the brake system warning lamp will turn
    off.
    Automatic release - drive away release
    Your vehicle will automatically release the
    parking brake if all of the following
    conditions exist:
    • The driver door is closed.
    • The driver safety belt is fastened.
    • The vehicle is accelerated.
    • There are no faults detected in the
    parking brake system.
    Note: If the electric parking brake warning
    lamp stays illuminated, the electric parking
    brake will not automatically release. You
    must release the electric parking brake using
    the electric parking brake switch.
    Note: On manual transmission vehicles, if
    the transmission is in neutral (N) when you
    release the clutch pedal and press the
    accelerator pedal, the electric parking brake
    will release automatically.
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    							Note:
    On manual transmission vehicles,
    you must fully press the clutch pedal before
    the drive away release feature will operate.
    Drive as normal using the accelerator and
    clutch pedals and the electric parking brake
    will be automatically released.
    The brake system warning lamp will go off
    to confirm that the electric parking brake
    has been released.
    Note: The electric parking brake drive away
    release makes starting on a hill easier. This
    feature will release the parking brake
    automatically when the vehicle has
    sufficient drive force to move up the hill. To
    assure drive away release when starting
    uphill, press the accelerator pedal quickly.
    Driving with a Trailer
    Depending on the slope and the weight of
    the trailer, your vehicle and trailer may roll
    backwards slightly when you start on a
    slope.
    To prevent this from happening, do the
    following:
    1. Pull the switch up and hold it in this position.
    2. Drive your vehicle, then release the switch when you notice that the engine
    has developed sufficient driving force.
    Battery With No Charge WARNING
    You will not be able to apply or
    release the electric parking brake if
    the battery is low or has no charge.
    If the battery is low or has no charge, use
    jumper cables and a booster battery. HILL START ASSIST WARNINGS
    The system does not replace the
    parking brake. When you leave your
    vehicle, always apply the parking
    brake. Failure to leave your vehicle securely
    parked may lead to a crash or injury.  See
    Electric Parking Brake (page 173). You must remain in your vehicle
    when the system turns on. At all
    times, you are responsible for
    controlling your vehicle, supervising the
    system and intervening, if required. Failure
    to take care may result in the loss of
    control of your vehicle, serious personal
    injury or death. The system will turn off if a
    malfunction is apparent or if you rev
    the engine excessively. Failure to
    take care may result in the loss of control
    of your vehicle, serious personal injury or
    death. The system makes it easier to pull away
    when your vehicle is on a slope without the
    need to use the parking brake.
    When the system is active, your vehicle
    remains stationary on the slope for two to
    three seconds after you release the brake
    pedal. This allows time to move your foot
    from the brake to the accelerator pedal.
    The system releases the brakes
    automatically once the engine has
    developed sufficient drive to prevent your
    vehicle from rolling down the slope. This
    is an advantage when pulling away on a
    slope, for example from a car park ramp,
    traffic lights or when reversing uphill into
    a parking space.
    Note:
    The system only functions when you
    bring your vehicle to a complete standstill
    with the vehicle in an uphill gear (for
    example, second (2) when facing uphill or
    reverse (R) when facing downhill).
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    							Note:
    There is no warning light to indicate
    the system is either on or off.
    Using Hill Start Assist
    1. Press the brake pedal to bring your vehicle to a complete standstill. Keep
    the brake pedal pressed.
    2. If the sensors detect that your vehicle is on a slope, the system activates
    automatically.
    3. When you remove your foot from the brake pedal, your vehicle remains on
    the slope without rolling away for
    about two to three seconds. This hold
    time automatically extends if you are
    in the process of driving off.
    4. Drive off in the normal manner. The system releases the brakes
    automatically.
    Note: When you remove your foot from the
    brake pedal and press the pedal again when
    the system is active, you will experience
    significantly reduced brake pedal travel. This
    is normal.
    Switching the System On and Off
    Vehicles with Manual Transmission
    You can switch this feature on or off in the
    information display. The system
    remembers the last setting when you start
    your vehicle.
    Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
    You cannot turn the system on or off.
    When you switch the ignition on, the
    system automatically turns on.
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    							PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
    The traction control system helps avoid
    drive wheel spin and loss of traction.
    If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
    applies the brakes to individual wheels
    and, when needed, reduces engine power
    at the same time. If the wheels spin when
    accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
    the system reduces engine power in order
    to increase traction.
    USING TRACTION CONTROL
    In certain situations for example, stuck in
    snow or mud, turning the traction control
    off may be beneficial as this allows the
    wheels to spin with full engine power.
    Depending on the type of system you have
    on your vehicle, you can either turn the
    system off using the information display
    or by pressing the button.
    Switching the System Off Using
    the Information Display Controls
    (If Equipped)
    Your vehicle comes with this feature
    already enabled. If required, you can switch
    this feature off using the information
    display controls.  See  (page 96).
    Switching the System Off Using a
    Switch
     (If Equipped)
    The button is located in the instrument
    panel.
    Press the button. You will see a message
    in conjunction with an illuminated icon in
    the display. Press the button again to
    return the system to normal mode.
    When you switch the traction control
    system off, stability control remains fully
    active. System Indicator Lights and
    Messages WARNING
    If a failure has been detected within
    the AdvanceTrac system, the
    stability control light will illuminate
    steadily. Verify that the AdvanceTrac
    system was not manually disabled through
    the information display. If the stability
    control light still illuminates steadily, have
    the system serviced by an authorized
    dealer immediately. Operating your vehicle
    with AdvanceTrac disabled could lead to
    an increased risk of loss of vehicle control,
    vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. The stability control light
    temporarily illuminates on
    engine start-up and flashes
    when a driving condition activates the
    stability system. The stability control off light
    temporarily illuminates on
    engine start-up and stays on
    when you turn the traction control system
    off.
    When you turn the traction control system
    off or on, a message appears in the
    information display showing system status.
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