Driving Hints
BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 miles (480 kilometers). During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unique driving characteristics. Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers). Vary your speed frequently and change up through the gears early. Do not labor the engine. Do not tow during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers).
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Hazard warning flashers
The hazard flasher control is located on the instrument panel by the radio. Use
it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorist.
• Press the flasher control ...
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Important SRS precautions
The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and
right front passenger from certain upper body injuries.
Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly; ...
Using snow chains
WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index and speed rating
as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by
Ford can affect the safety and performance ...