Transmission operation while plowing, Engine temperature while plowing, Driving – FORD 2010 F-150 v.3 User Manual

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WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air
bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses. See your

Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.

Transmission operation while plowing
• Shift transfer case to 4L (4WD low) when plowing in small areas at

speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h).

• Shift transfer case to 4H (4WD high) when plowing larger areas or

light snow at higher speeds. Do not exceed 15 mph (24 km/h).

• Do not shift the transmission from a forward gear to R (Reverse) until

the engine is at idle and the wheels are stopped.

• If the vehicle is stuck, shift the transmission in a steady motion

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

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at operating
temperature. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute. The
transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine may
overheat.

WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (55 km/h).
The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.

Engine temperature while plowing

When driving with a plow, your engine may run at a higher temperature
than normal because the attached snowplow blade will restrict airflow to
the radiator.

If you are driving more than 15 miles (24 km) at temperatures above
freezing, angle the plow blade either full left or full right to provide
maximum airflow to the radiator.

If you are driving less than 15 miles (24 km) at speeds up to 40 mph
(64 km/h) in cold weather, you will not need to worry about blade
position to provide maximum airflow.

Driving

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2010 F-150 (f12)
Owners Guide, 3rd Printing
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