Ford F Series Manual page 70

4WD Systems
4WD vehicles (when you select the
4x4 mode) deliver power to all four
wheels, through the use of a
transfer case.
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
4WD vehicles can differ from some
other vehicles in a few noticeable
ways. Your 4WD may be:
• Higher - to allow it to travel over
rough terrain without getting
hung up or damaging underbody
components, and to accommodate
4WD components.
• Shorter - to give it the capability
to approach inclines and drive
over the crest of a hill without
getting hung up or damaging
underbody components. A shorter
wheelbase may make your vehicle
quicker to respond to steering
inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase.
• Narrower - to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces,
particularly in off-road use.
These differences make your 4WD handle differently than an ordinary
passenger car.
4WD operation on the road
Basic operating principles
• Do not engage 4x4 mode on dry, hard surfaced roads. This may
damage the drivelines and axles.
• Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering
characteristics of your vehicle.
• Be extremely careful when driving on sealed road made slippery by
loose sand,water, gravel, snow or ice.
Driving
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