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User Manual Ford 2011 E-450 v.3
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Seating and Safety Restraints 86 Seating 86 Safety restraints 94 Airbags 104 Child restraints 114 Tires, Wheels and Loading 136 Tire information 138 Tire inflation 140 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 156 Vehicle loading 164 Trailer towing 171 Trailer brake controller-integrated 179 Recreation...
Customer Assistance 242 Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 249 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 250 Cleaning 251 Underbody preservation 257 Maintenance and Specifications 259 Engine compartment 261 Engine oil 263 Battery 265 Engine coolant 268 Fuel information 274 Air filter(s) 294 Part numb...
CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to getwell acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The moreyou know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety andpleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Moto...
Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...
Using your vehicle as an ambulance If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulancemanufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book and the Qual...
Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event DataRecorders applies to SYNC 威 or its features, please note the following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, discloseto emergency services that the vehicle has...
CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when app...
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...
I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the on-boarddiagnostics system (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On-board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenanc...
WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extendeddistances with the parking brake engaged can cause ...
WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Low tire pressure warning (ifequipped): Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lightremains on at start up or whiledriving, the tire pressure should bechecked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, ...
Transmission Tow/Haul Feature(if equipped): Illuminates when the Tow/Haul feature has beenactivated. Refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation. If the light flashessteadily, have the system serviced immediately, damage to thetransmission could occur. Anti-theft system: Fla...
Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon as safelypossible, switch off the engine and let the eng...
Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. Theneedle should stay in the normaloperating range (between “L” and“H”). If the needle falls below thenormal range, stop the vehicle, turnoff the engine and check the engineoil level. Add oil if needed. If the oillevel is correct, have your v...
Setup menu (vehicle customization and vehicle system check) HOLD RESET FOR SETUP MENU Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to get into the setup menusequence for the following displays: Note: When returning to the setup menu and a non-English language has been selected, HOLD RESET FOR ENGLISH will b...
Note: If the SELECT/RESET stem is pressed during the calibration or three minutes has elapsed since the beginning of the calibration withoutdriving the vehicle, the message center reverts back to normal operationand the CAL will display until a successful calibration is carried out. 5. Slowly drive ...
AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo system (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility ...
TRACK/FOLDER MODE: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In track mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through all tracks on the disc.In folder mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through tracks within the selected folder.Press FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if available). COMPRESS (C...
In CATEGORY MODE, press SEEK, SEEK to select a category. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription.Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 6. / OK (Play/Pause): This control is operational in CD/MP3 mode. Whena CD/MP3 is playing, press to pause or play the curren...
Your vehicle may be equipped withan Auxiliary Input Jack (AIJ). TheAuxiliary Input Jack, located on theinstrument panel near the radio,provides a way to connect yourportable music player to thein-vehicle audio system. This allowsthe audio from a portable musicplayer to be played through thevehicle s...
Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port located on the instrumentpanel. This feature allows you toplug in media playing devices,memory sticks, and also to chargedevices if they support this feature.For further information on thisfeature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC 威 s...
CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...
Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...
Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Song title information not available. Song title information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The sy...
HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in thevehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief d...
HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. High beams • Push the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. • Pull the lever toward you todeactivate. Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly to...
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position and • the headlamp control is in the off or parking lamp position. WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. Th...
VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL AIM ADJUSTMENT (SEALED BEAMHEADLAMPS) The headlamps on your vehicle are intended to be aimed usingmechanical aimers. If mechanical aimers are used and the cross-car sightline is in any way blocked, set the legs of the universal adaptor all to thesame setting, such that the cr...
5. Locate the vertical adjuster (1)for each headlamp. Adjust the aimby turning the adjuster controleither clockwise (to adjust up) orcounterclockwise (to adjust down). 6. In addition to the horizontal linemarked in step 2, a pair of verticallines (5) must be marked at thecenter line of the headlamps...
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen andopen the hood. Cover one of the headlamps so no light hits the wall. 4. On the wall or screen you willobserve a light pattern with adistinct horizontal edge towards theright. If this edge is not at thehorizontal reference line, th...
INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps with rear headliner (if equipped) Dome lamps equipped with an on/offcontrol will light when: • doors are closed and the controlis in the D position • control is in the middle positionand any door is open • headlamp control is rotated fullycounterclockwise When the control i...
BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist airenters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility thatcondensation can occur when the temperature is...
Function Number of bulbs Trade number Park lamp with sealedbeam 2 3157K Side marker withaerodynamic 2 168 Side marker withsealed beam 2 194 Back-up lamps 2 3156K or 3156 License plate lamp 1 168 Stop/tail/turn/sidemarker lamp 2 3157K High-mount brake lamp 2 912 Cargo lamp 1 211-2 Dome lamp (standard...
Aerodynamic Sealed beam 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove. 4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket. To complete installation, follow the removal procedures in reverse order. Replacing side marker bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position. 2. Rem...
Sealed beam 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove. 4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket. To complete installation, follow the removal procedures in reverse order. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs On vehicles without a rear headliner, the interior cargo lamp (ife...
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch to theoff position. 2. Remove the two screws and thelicense plate lamp assembly fromthe rear door. 3. Remove bulb socket from lampassembly by turning itcounterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb out from socket andpush in the new bulb. To instal...
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pr...
TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up ordown until you find the desiredlocation. 3. Release the steering wheelrelease control. This will lock thesteering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust ...
One-touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the controldown. Press the switch completely down to the second detent andrelease quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switchto any position to stop the window operation. Accessory delay With accessory dela...
EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors (if equipped) WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the direc...
SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keepingyour foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Using speed control The speed controls are located on the stee...
KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency. If your vehicle is equipped with the SecuriLock 威 passive anti-theft system, your keys are electronically coded to your vehicle; using anon-coded key w...
Autounlock feature After the autolock feature has locked the doors, the autounlock featurewill unlock all the doors when: • the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned off or toaccessory; and • the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition beingturned off or to acces...
The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorswithout a key. Note: The lock and unlock features work when the ignition is in anyposition. The panic feature is activeregardless of the ignition positions. If there are problems with theremote entry system, make sure totake ALL re...
Switching from two step to one step door unlocking Your vehicle comes with two step unlocking enabled. With the vehiclelocked, unlocking can be switched between two step and one step doorunlocking by pressing and holding both the and buttons simultaneously on the remote entry transmitter for approxi...
To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THEFRONT HOUSING OF THEREMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circu...
The interior lamps will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. SECURILOCK 姞 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) SecuriLock 威 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from ...
FRONT SEATS WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Before...
The non-adjustable head restraintsconsist of a trimmed foam coveringover the upper structure of theseatback. Properly adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position, so thatthe head restraint is positioned as close as possible to the back of yourhead. Adjusting the front manual seat (if e...
Pull lever up to adjust seatback. WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are nottrapped behind the seatback. Afterreturning the seatback to itsoriginal position, pull on theseatback to ensure that it has fullylatched. An unlatched seat may...
1. Position the seat to the floormount. 2. Pull the seat latch handle downward to lock the seat in position. 3. Make sure the safety belt is not twisted, then insert the safety belttongue into the detachable anchor until you hear a “click” and feel thelatch engage. Rear bench seat To remove the seat...
2. Find the clips attached near theends of the lap/shoulder belts. 3. Clip the end of the belt to thestationary portion of the shoulderbelt coming out of the trim panel. The end of the shoulder belt must be clipped in order to keep it fromstriking anything during vehicleoperation. Seating and Safety...
4. Engage the front LH/RH hooks to the LH/RH front striker pins. 5. After the front LH/RH hooks are engaged to the LH/RH front strikerpins, pull LH/RH seat latch release straps to allow engagement of thelatch to the striker pins. Refer to the illustration in To remove the rear seats above. 6. Pull/p...
WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do notallow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equippedwith seats and safety belts. Be sure ...
Pregnant women should alwayswear their safety belt. The lap beltportion of a combination lap andshoulder belt should be positionedlow across the hips below the bellyand worn as tight as comfort willallow. The shoulder belt should bepositioned to cross the middle ofthe shoulder and the center of thec...
How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automa...
WARNING: BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operatingproperly when checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace thebelt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury...
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switch isturned t...
The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...
Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent...
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. DO NOT START THEENGINE. 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off (Approximately oneminute). • Step 3 must be completed within 30 seconds after the safety beltwarning light turns off. 3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times at a...
WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body injuries.Airbags DO ...
Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airb...
WARNING: If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injuryin a collision. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cl...
Passenger airbag ON/OFF switch (if equipped) Note : The passenger airbag ON/OFF switch (if equipped) may be onvehicles with no rear seats and agross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)greater than 8500 lb (3856 kg). See Vehicle loading – with andwithout a trailer in the Tires, Wheels and loading chapter. W...
WARNING: The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seating positions have been specifically designed to function together with the airbags in certain types of crashes. Whenyou turn OFF your airbag, you not only lose the protection of theairbag, you also may reduce the effectiveness o...
Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only) 1. Infant: An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because: • my vehicle has no rear seat; • the rear seat in my vehicle cannot accommodate a rear-facing infantseat; or • the infant has a medical condition which, according to ...
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make ...
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infants ortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less(generally age four or younger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier,convertible seat,or toddler seat). Smallc...
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybelt...
WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury ordeath. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase ...
Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adultpassengers in your vehicle. If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestrained properly, then restrain the child in the c...
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps WARNING: When using forward-facing child safety seats in vehicles with only two seating positions or the forward-facing child safety seat cannot be placed in the rear of the vehicle, move thepassenger seat as far back from the instrument panel as possi...
Perform the following steps to install a child safety seat with tetheranchors: Front passenger seating position The tether can be attached directlyto the rear of the front seat. 1. Adjust the front right-handpassenger seat full forward. Seating and Safety Restraints 127 2011 Econoline (eco) Owners G...
2. Route the child safety tetherstrap over the back of the benchseat. 3. For any three passenger bench,clip the center tether strap hook tothe tether bracket mounted underrear rail of seat cushion frame. Foreither the three or four passengerbench, clip the outboard tetherstrap hooks to the tether br...
Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...
Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the riskof injury or death in a collis...
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare encountered on streets,highways and off-road. Utilityvehicles and trucks are not designedfor cornering at speeds as high aspassenger cars any more tha...
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality G...
Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressureeven if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information foundon the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found onthe Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is locatedon the B-Pillar or ...
Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies (if equipped): This type of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewalls. As such, theycannot be treated like normal light truck tires. Tire service, includingadjusting tire pressure, must be performed by personnel trained,supervised and eq...
WARNING: Stay out of the trajectory (1) as indicated in the illustration. TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear andremove objects such as stones, nails or glass that may be wedged in thetread grooves. Check the tire an...
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help pre...
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...
WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautionslisted below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressureindicated, re-lubricate and try again.When inflating the ...
• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to fiveseconds. WARNING: Do not spin th...
• Dual rear wheel (DRW) vehicles –Six tire rotation If your vehicle is equipped with dualrear wheels it is recommended thatthe front and rear tires (in pairs) berotated only side to side. We do notrecommend splitting up the dualrear wheels. Rotate them side toside as a set/pair. After tire rotation,...
Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...
12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...
Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...
The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...
Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four roadtires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The low tirepressure warning light will turn on if the tire pressure is significantly low.Once the light is ill...
When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the tire pressure monitoring system is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is nolonger capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the followingchart for information conc...
Low tire pressurewarning light Possible cause Customer action required Flashing warninglight Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a description ofhow the system functions underthese condit...
TPMS reset procedure The TPMS reset procedure needs to be performed after each tirerotation on vehicles that require different recommended tirepressures in the front tires as compared to the rear tires. WARNING: To determine the required pressure(s) for your vehicle, refer to the Safety Compliance C...
7. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the right front tire;decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. 8. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the right rear tire;decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. 9. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the left rear tire;d...
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch anywiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang aga...
Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...
Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehi...
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....
• Example only: WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. Tires, Wheels and Lo...
GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo andpassengers – that the vehicle can handle without r...
WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lb.” on your vehicle’s plac...
to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1400 - (2 x 220) - (12x 100) = 1400 - 440 - 1200 = - 240 lb. No, you do not have enoughcargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, thecalculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 9...
Distribute the load so that only 10–15% of the total is on the tongue. Tiedown the load so that it does not shift and change the weight on thehitch. Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine,transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect thesecomponents carefully...
Notes: • Maximum trailer weight for all cutaway vehicles must be calculated bysubtracting the weight of the vehicle (including incomplete vehicleweight and payload which includes second unit body weight, cargoand passengers) from the GCW; otherwise, maximum trailer weight is10,000 lb (4,536 kg). • F...
Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes aresafe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’sspecifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federalregulations. WARNING: Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to your veh...
The trailer brake controller (TBC) is designed to display three items ofinformation in the instrument cluster message center. These are: gainsetting, output bar graph, and trailer connectivity status. They appear inthe message center as follows: • TBC GAIN = XX.X NO TRAILER: The instrument cluster m...
Procedure for adjusting GAIN: The GAIN setting is used to set the TBC for the specific towingcondition and should be changed as towing conditions change. Changesto towing conditions include trailer load, vehicle load, road conditionsand weather. The GAIN should be set to provide the maximum trailer ...
WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER: This message is displayed when a Short circuit on the electric brake output wire has occurred. If the WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER message is displayed and accompanied by a single chime, with no trailer connected, the problem is with thevehicle wiring from the TBC to the 7–pin co...
• When the vehicle is turned off, the TBC output is disabled and thedisplay is shut down; turning the ignition from off to on awakens theTBC module. • The TBC is only a factory- or dealer-installed item; Ford is notresponsible for warranty or performance of the TBC due to misuse orcustomer installat...
Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing-up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle-trailer combination. When turning, makewider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot...
RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing.An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behinda motor home. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. ...
STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Accessory — allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. Lock — locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. 3. Off — shuts off the engine and allaccessories without locking thesteering...
• Turn the key to 4 (on) withoutturning the key to 5 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 4 (on) withoutturning the key to 5 (sta...
You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the engine iscold when operating on E85 ethanol. Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time as starterdamage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to off andwait 30 seconds before trying again. Do not use starting...
See Cold weather starting earlier in this chapter for more information on starting with ethanol. WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded ele...
• Be sure that the engine block heater, heater cord and extension cordare solidly connected. A poor connection can cause the cord tobecome very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire. Be sureto check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the systemhas been operating for approxim...
Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal. Do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce theeffectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stoppingdistance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retainsteering control during ha...
Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the ESC system, whichinclude but are not limited to: • Taking a turn too fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road • Entering a...
If you switch off the AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC 威 system below 20 mph (32 km/h), the TCS OFF light and stability control light will illuminatesteadily. Pressing the TCS OFF button again or if the vehicle is above20 mph (32 km/h) will turn off the stability control light and TCS OFFlight. The switch wil...
• Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power steeringpump fluid level. Check for low power steering pump fluid level beforeseeking service by your authorized dealer. • Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX mark, asthis may result in leaks from the reservoir. If...
WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slungsports cars are designed to per...
Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoidthe emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,not more...
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransmission Your vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducingfuel usage during coasting or deceleration. When you take your foot offthe accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to slow do...
2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • To return to (Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the (Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at ...
REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rearview camera system locatedon the back door provides a videoimage, which appears in therearview mirror or navigation screen(if equipped), of the area behind thevehicle. It adds assistance to thedriver while reversing or reverseparking the vehicle. To use t...
Note: The default setting for the rear camera delay is off. Press the “Settings” button found on the navigation screen (if equipped) to set therear camera delay feature to on or off. When towing, the camera system will only see what is being towedbehind the vehicle; this might not provide adequate c...
Servicing • If the image comes on while the vehicle is not in R (Reverse), havethe system inspected by your authorized dealer. • If the image is not clear, then check if there is anything covering thelens such as dirt, mud, ice, snow, etc. If the image is still not clearafter cleaning, have your sys...
VEHICLE USED AS A STATIONARY POWER SOURCE Auxiliary equipment called power take-off or PTO, is often added to theengine or transmission to operate utility equipment. Examples include awheel-lift for tow trucks, cranes, tools for construction or tire service andpumping fluids. PTO applications draw a...
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24-hours,...
U.S. Ford vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call1-800-241-3673. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearestdealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford ve...
The switch is located on a bracketabove the brake pedal. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition off. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset theswitch by pushing in on the resetbutton. 4. Turn the ignition on. 5. Wait a few seconds and returnthe key to off. 6. Make ...
Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...
The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Not used (spare) 2 15A Not used (spare) 3 15A Not used (spare) 4 30A Not used (spare) 5 10A Passenger compartment fusepanel (SPDJB)/Brake-shiftinterlock 6 20A Turn signal, Hazard, Stop lamps 7 10A Left low b...
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 40 20A Amplifier 41 15A Radio, Switch illumination,Reverse camera mirror, Automaticdimming rear view mirror 42 10A Upfitter switch 43 10A Stripped chassis IP connector #1 44 10A Auxiliary battery relay/Trailer towbattery charger relay 45 5A Wipe...
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 72 20A** Cigar lighter 73 — Not used 74 30A** Power seat 75 20A* Vehicle power (VPWR) 1, PCMpower 76 20A* VPWR 2, PCM – emission relatedpowertrain components 77 10A* VPWR 3, PCM – generalpowertrain components 78 15A* VPWR 4, Fuel pump relay coil...
WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and should not be used. However, if you must use a sealant, the TPMS sensor and valve stemon the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. WARNING: Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in t...
• Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at...
Full-size matching spare tire/wheel information This spare tire/wheel will match the road tire/wheel. When driving withthe full size matching spare tire/wheel, do not exceed 70 mph(113 km/h). It is intended for temporary use only. This means if youneed to use it, you should replace it as soon as pos...
3. Remove the jack handle from theright side compartment and insertthe tip of the jack handle throughthe access hole and into the tube. 4. Turn the jack handlecounterclockwise until the cable isslack and the tire can be slid fromunder the vehicle. 5. Remove the retainer from thespare tire. To stow t...
2. Position the jack to raise the front or rear wheel. • Never use the front or reardifferential as a jacking point. Rear axle jacking points - Allmodels except E-350 Dual RearWheel (DRW) and E-450: Rear axle jacking points - E-350Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) andE-450: Roadside Emergencies 232 2011 Econoli...
Front axle jacking points: Place the jack under the pin on the front surface of the front axle. Do not place the jack under oron the steering linkage. 3. Raise the jack until the wheel iscompletely off the ground. (Turnjack handle clockwise if your vehicleis equipped with a screw-type jackor pump th...
4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properlytightened. Try to push or pull, then turn the tire to be sure it will notmove. Loosen and retighten, if necessary. Failure to properly stow thespare tire may result in failure of the winch cable and loss of the tire. 5. Repeat this ti...
WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum orbrake disc that contacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners thatattach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do ...
Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, theautomatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, thetransmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation isconsidered normal and will not affect function or durability of thetransmi...
1. Connect the positive (+) jumpercable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. 2. Connect the other end of thepositive (+) cable to the positive(+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable tothe negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the fi...
Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 1. Remove the jumper cable fromthe ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on thenega...
WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. Ford recommends your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed. Donot tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor C...
Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) yourvehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flattowed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: •...
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizeddealer. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Plea...
In Canada: Mailing Address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...
participate in the arbitration process. An arbitration hearing will bescheduled so that you can present your case in an informal settingbefore an impartial person. The arbitrator will consider the testimonyprovided and make a decision after the hearing. Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE progra...
The CAMVAP program is a straight forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and isdesigned to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legalproceedings. In the CAMVAP program,...
WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can ...
ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellen...
WARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’s seatbelts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. LEATHER SEATS(IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH 姞 EDITION) For King Ranch 威 leather seats, refer to a separate section in this chapter. • Clean spills and stains as qui...
• Do not spill coffee, ketchup, mustard, orange juice or oil-basedproducts on the leather as they may permanently stain the leather. • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents orcleaners intended for rubber, vinyl or plastics. Scratches Natural Markings - Because the leath...
FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has many quality productsavailable to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These qualityproducts have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement the style andap...
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to find out wh...
OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and push the auxiliary latch, located inthe center top of the grille, to the left to release the hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with...
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Battery 2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 5. Air filter assembly 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Brake fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant reservoir 10. ...
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such aswindshield water repellent type fluidor bug wash. They may causesque...
ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into theoil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensu...
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above thenormal operating ra...
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedulelisted in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft 威 replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedthat does not meet Ford material...
It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal bedisconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for anextended period of time. This will minimize the discharge of your batteryduring storage. Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added tothe vehicle by ...
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery isreconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling ...
When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level, or within theCOLD FILL or MIN / MAX range as listed on the engine coolantreservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for serv...
WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the...
Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system byfollowing these steps: 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).Slowly tur...
Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined previously in the Adding engine coolant section. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates: • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • A coolant concentrati...
Refueling WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; ...
At the next opportunity, safely pull off of the road, remove the fuel fillercap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. The check fuel caplight or “check fuel cap” message may not reset immediately; it may take several driving cycles for the check fuel cap light or “check fuel cap” message to turn...
Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may notbe covered under warranty. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing th...
“Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designedto use “Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problemsto become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see yourauthorized dealer. FFV engines If you experience starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability probl...
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel eco...
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometerreading. 5. Follow one of the simple cal...
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply withapplicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalyticconverter and other emission control components continue to workproper...
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing Some state/provincial and local governments may haveInspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission controlequipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could preventyou from getting a vehicle registration. Your vehicle ma...
1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature. 2. While the engine idles, turn thesteering wheel left and right severaltimes. 3. Turn the engine off. 4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MINand MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level i...
• E-350/E-450 Dual Rear Wheel The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when thebrake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the MIN and MAXlines are within the normal operating range; there is no need to addfluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operati...
Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operatingtemperature 150°F-170°F (66°C-77°C) on a level surface. The normaloperating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles(30 km) of driving. You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is...
Automatic transmission fluid filter The Torqshift 威 automatic transmission is equipped with aserviceable transmission fluid filterlocated inside the transmissionbottom pan. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service intervals for automatic transmission fluid andtransmission filter. For t...
Changing the air filter element 1. Disconnect the fresh air inlet tubefrom the radiator support. 2. Open the clamp that secures thetwo halves of the air filter housingtogether. 3. Carefully separate the two halvesof the air filter housing. 4. Remove the air filter elementfrom the housing. 5. Install...
Cooling system • Protect against freezing temperatures. • When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at therecommended level. Battery • Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean. • If storing your vehicle for mo...
• If the battery was removed, clean the battery cable ends and inspect. If you have any concerns or issues, contact your authorized dealer. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Air filter element FA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1632 Battery- standard / (auxiliary) BXT-6...
• 4.6L V8, 5.4L V8 and 6.8L V10 engines with A/C IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label (complete Ford builtvehicles) The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle andprescribe where ...
Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel or on thecertification label. Please note that in the graphic,XXXX is representative of yourvehicle identification number. The vehicle identification number (VIN) contains the following...
FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement the ...
Peace of mind • Keyless entry keypad • Back up camera* • Remote start • Back up alarm* • Vehicle security systems • Hitch mounted parking sensor* • Vehicle tracking and recovery* • Bumper mounted parking sensors* *Ford Licensed Accessories (FLA) are warranted by the accessorymanufacturer’s warranty....
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford and Lincoln owners have discovered thepowerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up t...
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a FordExtended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contractbacked by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. Depending on theplan you purchase, Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • R...
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Why maintain your vehicle? This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for yourvehicle. Carefully following this schedule helps protect against majorrepair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance andmay also help to increase the value of ...
Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement parts.Parts other than Ford, Motorcraft 威 or Ford-authorized remanufactured parts that are used for maintenance replacement or for the service ofcomponents affecting emission control must be equivalent to genuineFord Motor Company parts in...
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft 姞 replacement parts Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft 威 branded replacement parts. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, andwe stand behind them. Parts installed at your dealership carry anationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and...
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule ispresented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptionsnoted. Scheduled Maintenance 318 2011 Econoline (eco) Owners Guide, 3rd PrintingUSA (fus)
Maintenance schedule log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ...
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintainedmore frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additionalmain...
Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Every 5,000 miles(8,000 km) or6 months Change engine oil and filter Inspect and lubricate U-joints Every 5,000 miles(8,000 km),6 months or 200engine hours Change engine oil and filter Every 15,000 miles(24,000 km) Replace fuel filter (Rang...
Off-road operation Every 30,000 miles(48,000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid (except6R80 and TorqShift 威 transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 50,000 miles(80,000 km) Change manual transmission fluid Change rear axl...
Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D A...
EXCEPTIONS There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listedbelow: Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped withFord-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluidunless a lea...
Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M...
A Accessory delay ..........................66AdvanceTrac ..............................194Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................................104 and child safety seats ............106description ..............................104disposal ....................................1...
terminology .............................139tire grades ...............................139treadwear ........................138, 145 Towing .......................................171 recreational towing .................185Trailer BrakeController-Integrated ..............179trailer towing .............
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