Ford 2003 Explorer v.5 Manuel d'utilisateur télécharger pdf (Page 166)

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.

• 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.

AWD Systems (if equipped)

AWD uses all four wheels to power

the vehicle. This increases traction,

enabling you to drive over terrain

and road conditions that a

conventional two-wheel drive vehicle

cannot.

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.

If you must reduce the tire pressure for whatever reason in sand, make

sure you re-inflate the tires as soon as possible.

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.

2003 Explorer (exp)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA English (fus)

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Ford 2003 Explorer v.5 Manuel d'utilisateur Page 166