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Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and

four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a

lower center of gravity. 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. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt

maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in

an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal

injury and death.

Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle

differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as

slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when

driving a heavily loaded vehicle.

Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than most

passenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load,

hauling people and cargo may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle.

Use extra caution while becoming familiar with your vehicle. Know the

capabilities and limitations of both you as a driver and your vehicle.

ADVANCETRAC姟 STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM

(IF EQUIPPED)

The AdvanceTrac娂 system provides a stability enhancement feature as

well as a traction enhancement feature. It helps your vehicle maintain

traction, when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, by detecting

and controlling wheel spin. Excessive wheel spin is controlled by

momentarily reducing engine power and rapidly applying the anti-lock

brakes. The system is a driver aid which makes your vehicle easier to

handle primarily on snow and ice-covered roads.

If your vehicle should become stuck in deep snow or mud, try switching

the AdvanceTrac娂 system off by pressing the AdvanceTrac娂 button.

This will allow your tires to “dig” for traction.

If the AdvanceTrac娂 system is activated and deactivated excessively in a

short period of time, the brake portion of the system will shut down to

allow the brakes to cool down. A limited AdvanceTrac娂 function using

only engine power reduction will still help control the wheels from

over-spinning. When the brakes have cooled down, the system will again

function normally. Anti-lock braking is not affected by this condition and

will function normally during the cool-down period.

2004 Expedition (exd)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA English (fus)

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