Driving – FORD 1998 F-150 User Manual

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is possible that a fuse has blown
and the vehicle’s brakelamps may
not be operating properly. Refer to
Fuses and relays in the Roadside
emergencies
chapter.

Do not drive your vehicle
until you verify that the

brakelamps are working.

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud
or snow it may be rocked out by
shifting from forward and reverse
gears in a steady pattern. Press
lightly on the accelerator in each
gear.

Do not rock the vehicle for
more than a few minutes. The
transmission and tires may be
damaged or the engine may
overheat.

Always set the parking
brake fully and make sure

the gearshift is latched in P
(Park). Turn off the ignition
whenever you leave your vehicle.

Driving with a 4–speed
automatic transmission

Understanding gearshift
positions

Pull the gearshift lever towards
you and downward to move the
automatic gearshift.

Driving

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