Ford 2003 Explorer v.5 Manuel d'utilisateur télécharger pdf (Page 161)

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.

Avoid sudden braking as well. Although a 4WD 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, avoid locking of the wheels. Use

a “squeeze” technique, push on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing

force which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you

may steer in the direction you want to travel. If you lock the wheels,

release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. If your vehicle

is equipped with a Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), apply the

brake steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of

this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock

brake system.

Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4WD vehicles without also

putting them on the rear tires. This could cause the rear to slide and

swing around during braking.

Tires, Replacement Requirements

Do not use a size and type of tire and wheel other than that

originally provided by Ford Motor Company because it can affect

the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an

increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or serious

personal injury or death.

Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle are of the same size, type,

tread design, brand and load-carrying capacity. If you have questions

regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury

dealer.

If you nevertheless decide to equip your 4WD for off-road use with tires

larger than what Ford Motor Company recommends, you should not use

these tires for highway driving.

If you use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford Motor

Company, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could cause

steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure as well as the increased

risk of loss of vehicle control.

2003 Explorer (exp)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

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