User manual FORD EXPEDITION-1998

[. . . ] Contents Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Reporting safety defects Index 150 200 207 208 92 98 127 2 4 20 60 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright 1997 Ford Motor Company Elemental Chlorine Free 1 Introduction ICONS Indicates a warning. Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. [. . . ] CONTROL-TRAC AUTOMATIC FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your 4x4 features a heavy-duty Control-Trac system, including a computer-operated transfer case. Coupled with a center-disconnected front axle, this unique system is interactive with the road, continually monitoring and adjusting torque delivery to the front and rear wheels to optimize vehicle control. Positions of the Control-Trac system The Control-Trac A4WD system functions in four modes: · 2H position delivers power only to the rear axle. If the rear wheels lose traction, power will be automatically delivered to the front axle to maintain traction throughout the slippery condition. · 4H position provides mechanically locked four-wheel drive power delivery to front and rear axles. · 4L position provides mechanically locked four-wheel A4WD 4H 4L 2H 108 Driving drive when above average power at reduced speeds is required. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Using the Control-Trac system Shifting to A4WD Move the 4WD control to A4WD at a stop or at speeds up to 88 km/h (55 mph). · At temperatures below 0°C (32°F), shifts from 2H to A4WD or 4H should not be performed above 72 km/h (45 mph). · Do not shift into A4WD when only the rear wheels are spinning. A4WD 4H 4L 2H Shifting to 2H Move the 4WD control to 2H at any forward speed. A4WD 4H 4L 2H 109 Driving Shifting from 4H to 4L (and 4L to 4H) 1. Move the 4WD control to the 4H (or 4L) position. A4WD 4H 4L 2H Shifting from A4WD to 4H Move the 4WD control from A4WD to 4H at any forward speed. Shifting from 2H to 4H can be done at speeds up to 88 km (55 mph). A4WD 4H 4L 2H Driving off-road with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and rough terrain and has operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you grip the steering wheel from 110 Driving the outside. Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving. For more information on driving off-road, read the "Four Wheeling" supplement in your owner's portfolio. If your vehicle gets stuck If the vehicle is stuck, shift the transmission in a steady motion between forward and reverse gears. Allow the transmission to engage, then press lightly on the accelerator. The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine can overheat. Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail. Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the 111 Driving accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Mud and water If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. [. . . ] In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing (wool, denim, leathers or other non-colorfast garments) comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining. "Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner" (product number AS-300) is available from "First Brands" by calling 1­800­726­1001. This product may also be available at many local automotive after market stores. [. . . ]