Maintenance and care – FORD 1998 F-150 User Manual

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Follow these guidelines when using
snow tires and chains:
• Use only SAE Class S chains.
• Install chains securely, verifying

that the chains do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.

• Drive cautiously. If you hear the

chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the
chains. If this does not work,
remove the chains to prevent
damage to your vehicle.

• If possible, avoid fully loading

your vehicle.

• Do not use tire chains on

aluminum wheels. Chains may
chip the wheels.

• Remove the tire chains when

they are no longer needed. Do
not use tire chains on dry roads.

• The suspension insulation and

bumpers will help prevent
vehicle damage. Do not remove
these components from your
vehicle when using snow tires
and chains.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS

Important safety precautions

Do not overfill the fuel
tank. The pressure in an

overfilled tank may cause
leakage and lead to fuel spray
and fire.

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