FORD 2005 Expedition v.3 - Manual (Page 266)

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and
four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a
lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not
designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more
than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under
off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt
maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in
an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle
differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as
slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when
driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than most
passenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load,
hauling people and cargo may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle.
Use extra caution while becoming familiar with your vehicle. Know the
capabilities and limitations of both you as a driver and your vehicle.
ADVANCETRAC
ா WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL (RSC)
STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
The AdvanceTrac
௡ with RSC system provides stability enhancement
features such as Roll Stability Control, AdvanceTrac
௡ with RSC and
traction enhancement for certain driving situations when driver
assistance is needed. It helps your vehicle maintain traction, when
driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, by detecting and
controlling wheel spin. Excessive wheel spin is controlled by momentarily
reducing engine power and rapidly applying the anti-lock brakes. The
system is a driver aid which makes your vehicle easier to handle
primarily on snow and ice-covered roads.
If your vehicle should become stuck in deep snow or mud, try switching
the AdvanceTrac
௡ with RSC system off by pressing the AdvanceTrac௡
with RSC button. This will allow your tires to “dig” for traction.
If the AdvanceTrac
௡ with RSC system is activated and deactivated
excessively in a short period of time, the brake portion of the system will
shut down to allow the brakes to cool down. A limited AdvanceTrac
௡
with RSC function using only engine power reduction will still help
control the wheels from over-spinning. When the brakes have cooled
2005 Expedition (exd)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
Driving
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