Ford 1998 F-150- Manual

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level islow. The lamp will also illuminatewhen the ignition key is turned toON and the engine is off. Check engine Your vehicle is equipped with acomputer that monitors theengine’s em...

the On Board Diagnostics System(OBD II). This OBD II systemprotects the environment byensuring that your vehiclecontinues to meet governmentemission standards. The OBD IIsystem also assists the servicetechnician in properly servicingyour vehicle. The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the...

with good quality fuel and/orproperly installing and securelytightening the gas cap. After threedriving cycles without these or anyother temporary malfunctionspresent, the Check Engine light should turn off. (A driving cycleconsists of a cold engine startupfollowed by mixed city/highwaydriving.) No ...

Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when theignition is turned ON to remindyou to fasten your safety belts. Formore information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when theignition is turned on and theengine is off. Also illuminates whent...

High beams Illuminates when the high beamheadlamps are turned on. Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to Perimeter alarm system in the Controls and features chapter. Charging system Momentarily illuminates when theignition is turned ON and theengine is off. The light alsoilluminates when the batte...

oil pressure gauge in this chapter for more information. Four wheel drive low (ifequipped) Illuminates when four-wheel drivelow is selected. Four wheel drive indicator (ifequipped) Illuminates when 4x4 range isselected. Check air suspension (ifequipped) Illuminates briefly when theignition is turned...

Fuel reset Illuminates when the ignition keyis turned to the ON position andthe fuel pump shut-off switch hasbeen triggered. For moreinformation, refer to Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter. Safety belt warning chime Chimes to remind you to fastenyour safety belts. For inf...

When refueling the vehicle fromempty indication, the amount offuel that can be added will be lessthan the advertised capacity due tothe reserve fuel. Speedometer Indicates the current vehiclespeed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge Indicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normaloperating tem...

Battery voltage gauge This gauge shows the batteryvoltage when the ignition is in theON position. If the pointer movesand stays outside the normaloperating range (as indicated),have the vehicle’s electrical systemchecked as soon as possible. Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressu...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thedesired position: — OFF. — Parking lamps on. — Headlamps on. Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control alsooperates the foglamps. Thefoglamps can be turned on onlywhen the headlamps are in the position. Pull headlamp control towards youto t...

The Daytime RunningLight (DRL) system will not illuminate the tail lamps andparking lamps. Turn on yourheadlamps at dusk. Failure to doso may result in a collision. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. AUTOLAMP CONTR...

• A small LED illuminates next tothe autolamp control to indicatethat the headlamps have beenturned on by the autolamps. • Foglamps are not controlled bythe autolamps. In order to turnon the foglamps, you must turnthe lamp switch to the position and pull for fog. 4WD CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) This contr...

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Heater only system(if equipped) Fan speed control Controls the volume of aircirculated in the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle. Onheater-only systems, the air cannotbe cooled below the outsidetemperature. Mode selector...

• PANEL & FLOOR-Distributesoutside air through theinstrument panel registers andthe floor ducts. • FLOOR-Allows for maximumheating. Distributes outside airthrough the floor ducts. • FLOOR & DEF-Distributesoutside air through the floorducts and the windshielddefroster ducts. • DEF -Distribute...

hot and full cold positions, theair distributed through the floorducts will be slightly warmerthan the air sent to theinstrument panel registers. • FLOOR-Allows for maximumheating by distributing outsideair through the floor ducts.However, the air will not becooled below the outsidetemperature becau...

Operating tips • In humid weather, select DEF before driving. This will prevent your windshield fromfogging. After a few minutes,select any desired position. • To prevent humidity buildupinside the vehicle, don’t drivewith the climate control systemin the OFF position. • Don’t put objects under thef...

SPEED CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling at orabove 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speedcontrol in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding,slippery, or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshiftlever into N (Neutra...

To set a speed • Press SET ACC/SET ACCEL.For speed control to operate,the speed control must be ONand the vehicle speed must begreater than 48 km/h (30 mph). If you drive up or down a steephill, your vehicle speed may varymomentarily slower or faster thanthe set speed. This is normal. Speed control ...

• Depress the brake pedal. Whenthe desired vehicle speed isreached, press SET ACC/SETACCEL. To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal or • Depress the clutch pedal (ifequipped) Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed. RES SET ACCEL COAST Controls and...

Pull the steering control towardyou to move the steering wheel upor down. Hold the control whileadjusting the wheel to the desiredposition, then release the controlto lock the steering wheel inposition. Never adjust the steeringwheel when the vehicle is moving. HAZARD FLASHER For information on the ...

4. Within two seconds of pressingthe washer control, put the key inthe ignition. 5. Continue to press the washercontrol until a tone is heard, andreleas the washer control while thetone is sounding. A confirmation sequence of toneswill sound. One beep indicates thatthe feature is inactive, two beeps...

POWER WINDOWS(IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker switchesto open and close windows. • Press the top portion of therocker switch to close. • Press the bottom portion of therocker switch to open. One touch down • Press AUTO and release quickly.The window will open fully.Depress again to stop windo...

Accessory delay With accessory delay, the windowswitches may be used for up to tenminutes after the ignition switch isturned to the OFF position or untileither door is opened. POWER DOOR LOCKS(IF EQUIPPED) Press U to unlock all doors and Lto lock all doors. POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS(IF EQUIPPED) To ad...

• Press the remote entry lockcontrol • Open a door and press thepower door lock control to lockthe doors If a door is open, the system isprearmed and is waiting for thedoor to close. The theft indicatorin the instrument panel will be litcontinuously when the system isprearmed. Once the doors are clo...

• Unlock the doors by using yourremote entry transmitter. • Unlock the doors with a key.Turn the key full travel (towardthe front of the vehicle) to makesure the alarm disarms. • Turn ignition to ACC or ON. • Press the panic control on theremote entry transmitter. Thiswill disarm the system only ift...

Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock thedriver door. The interior lamps willilluminate. Press the control a second timewithin five seconds to unlock alldoors. Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. To confirm all doors are closed andlocked, press the control a secondtime...

and (2) This device must acceptany interference received,including interference that maycause undesired operation. Changes or modifications notexpressly approved by theparty responsible forcompliance could void theuser’s authority to operate theequipment. Autolock This feature automatically locks al...

2. Press the power door unlockcontrol three times. 3. Turn the ignition key from ONto OFF. 4. Press the power door unlockcontrol three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to ON.The horn will chirp. 6. Press the unlock control, thenpress the lock control. The hornwill chirp once if autolock wasdeactivat...

the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THEFRONT PART OF THETRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+) side ofnew battery in the sameorientation. Refer to the diagraminside the transmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves backtogether. Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle’s transmittersto your dealer f...

SEATING Full bench seat (if equipped) • Lift the release bar to move theseat forward or backward.Ensure that the seat is relatchedinto place. • Push down the release lever toquickly fold the seatbackforward. 60/40 split bench seat(if equipped) • Lift the release bar to move theseat forward or backwa...

• Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter. How to use the automaticlocking mode • Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebel...

How to disengage the automaticlocking mode Disconnect the combinationlap/shoulder belt and allow it toretract completely to disengage theautomatic locking mode andactivate the vehicle sensitive(emergency) locking mode. Front safety belt heightadjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments...

and as low as possible around yourhips. Do not wear the lap beltaround your waist. Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle. To lengthen the belt, turnthe tongue at a right angle to thebelt and pull across your lap untilit reaches the buckle. To tightenthe belt, pull the loose end of thebelt through...

belt. Manufacturer identification islocated at the end of the webbingon the label. Also, use the safetybelt extension only if the safetybelt is too short for you when fullyextended. Do not use extensionsto change the fit of the shoulderbelt across the torso. Safety belt warning light andindicator ch...

The right front passengerair bag is not designed to restrain occupants in the centerfront seating position. All occupants of thevehicle including the driver should always wear their safetybelts even when air bag SRS isprovided. Do not place objects ormount equipment on or near the air bag cover on t...

Several air bag systemcomponents get hot after inflation. Do not touch themafter inflation. If the air bag is inflated, the air bag will not function again and must bereplaced immediately . If the air bag is not replaced, theunrepaired area will increase therisk of injury in a collision. The SRS con...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FORCHILDREN Important child restraintprecautions You are required by law to usesafety restraints for children in theU.S. and Canada. If small childrenride in your vehicle (generallychildren who are four years old oryounger and who weigh 18 kg [40lbs] or less), you must put them ins...

A belt-positioning booster shouldbe used if the shoulder belt restsin front of the child’s face or neck,or if the lap belt does not fitsnugly on both thighs, or if thethighs are too short to let the childsit all the way back on the seatcushion when the lower legs hangover the edge of the seat cushio...

• Place seat back in uprightposition. • Put the safety belt in theautomatic locking mode. Referto Automatic locking mode. Ford recommends the use of achild safety seat having a toptether strap. Install the child safetyseat in a seating position which iscapable of providing a tetheranchorage. For mor...

able to pull more belt out). If theretractor is not locked, unbucklethe belt and repeat steps twothrough nine. Check to make sure the child seatis properly secured before eachuse. Attaching safety seats withtether straps Some manufacturers make safetyseats that include a tether strapthat goes over t...

PREPARING TO START YOURVEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by thespark ignition system. This systemmeets all CanadianInterference-Causing Equipmentstandard requirements regulatingthe impulse electrical field strengthof radio noise. When starting a fuel-injectedengine, avoid pressing theaccelerator...

Do not start your vehiclein a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaustfumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you startthe engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. If you smell exhaust fumesinside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect ...

STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the key to 5 (START)without pressing the acceleratorpedal and release as soon as theengine starts. The key will returnto 4 (ON). 2. If the engine does not startwithin five seconds, wait tenseconds and try again. If your vehicle is equipped with a 3.0LVulcan engine, and do...

quickly. They are stronglyrecommended if you live in aregion where temperatures reach-23°C (-10°F) or below. For best results, plug the heater inat least three hours before startingthe vehicle. Using the heater forlonger than three hours will notharm the engine, so the heater canbe plugged in the ni...

BRAKES Your brakes are self-adjusting.Refer to the “Service Guide” forscheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normaland often does not indicate aperformance concern with thevehicle’s brake system. In normaloperation, automotive brakesystems may emit occasional orintermittent squeal or groan...

shudder while braking, felt mainlyin the steering wheel, the vehiclemost likely needs service. The ABS operates by detecting theonset of wheel lock up duringbrake applications andcompensating for this tendency.The front wheels are preventedfrom locking even when the brakesare firmly applied. Theacco...

there is sufficient space, willenable you to avoid obstaclesand bring the vehicle to acontrolled stop. • We recommend that youfamiliarize yourself with thisbraking technique. However,avoid taking any unnecessaryrisks. Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set thepar...

The air suspension shut-off switchis located behind an access panelunderneath the passenger sideinstrument panel. On vehicles equipped withAir Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch priorto jacking, hoisting or towingyour vehicle. Normal vehicle operation does notrequire any action by the dr...

Hold the brake pedal downwhile you move the gearshift lever from position toposition. If you do not hold thebrake pedal down, your vehiclemay move unexpectedly andinjure someone. P (Park) Always come to a complete stopbefore shifting into P (Park). Makesure the gearshift is securelylatched in P (Par...

control switch on the end of thegearshift lever. The transmission control indicatorlight (TCIL) (the word OFF) onthe end of the gearshift lever willilluminate. Drive – Not shown on the display. Activate by pressing thetransmission control switch on theend of the gearshift lever with thegearshift in ...

2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up onslippery roads or to provideadditional engine braking ondowngrades. 1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximumengine braking on steepdowngrades. Upshifts can be madeby shifting to 2 (Second) or to (Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes thetransmi...

Parking your vehicle 1. Apply brake and shift into N(Neutral). 2. Set parking brake. 3. Shift into 1 (First). 1 2 4 R 3 D Driving 96

4. Turn ignition to Off. Do not park your vehiclein Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injuresomeone. Use 1 (First) gear andset the parking brake fully. Reverse Make sure that your vehicle is at acomplete stop before you shift intoR (Reverse). Failure to do so maydamage the transmission. Put the ...

Removing key from ignition • Turn the ignition key until itstops. • Push the release lever forwardand rotate the key towards youuntil it stops. • Release the lever and removethe key from the ignition. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) When Four–wheel drive (4WD) isengaged, power is suppl...

Utility and four-wheeldrive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speedsas high as passenger cars anymore than low-slung sports carsare designed to performsatisfactorily under off-roadconditions. Avoid sharp turns orabrupt maneuvers in thesevehicles. 4WD operation is notrecommended on dry pavem...

4. Move the 4WD control to the 4Hor 4L position. Driving off-road with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equippedfor driving on sand, snow, mud andrough terrain and has operatingcharacteristics that are somewhatdifferent from conventionalvehicles, both on and off the road.The following information will ...

Once through water, always try thebrakes. Wet brakes do not stop thevehicle as effectively as dry brakes.Drying can be improved by movingyour vehicle slowly while applyinglight pressure on the brake pedal. After driving through mud, cleanoff residue stuck to rotatingdriveshafts and tires. Excess mud...

hill before driving over the crest. When climbing a steep hill, start ina lower gear rather thandownshifting to a lower gear froma higher gear once the ascent hasstarted. This reduces strain on theengine and the possibility ofstalling. When descending a steep hill,avoid sudden braking. Rapidpumping ...

Avoid sudden applications ofpower and quick changes ofdirection on snow and ice. Applythe accelerator slowly and steadilywhen starting from a full stop. When braking, apply the brakes asyou normally would. In order toallow the anti-lock brake system(ABS) to operate properly, keepsteady pressure on t...

vehicle and is listed on theSafety Compliance Label on thedriver’s door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle WeightRating) : Carrying capacity for each axle system. The GAWR isspecific to each vehicle and islisted on the Safety ComplianceLabel on the driver’s door pillar. • GCWR (Gross CombinedWeight Rating) ...

on the following charts. This is themaximum trailer weight yourvehicle can tow and must fallbelow the maximum shown undermaximum trailer weight on thechart. DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly throughstanding water, especially if thedepth is unknown. Traction orbrake capability may be limited...

TOWING A TRAILER Your vehicle may tow a class I, IIor III trailer provided themaximum trailer weight is lessthan or equal to the maximumtrailer weight listed for your engineand rear axle ratio on the followingcharts. Your vehicle’s load capacity isdesignated by weight, not byvolume, so you cannot ne...

must meet local and Federalregulations. Do not connect a trailer’shydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle’s brakesystem. Your vehicle may nothave enough braking power andyour chances of having acollision greatly increase. Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on mosttowed vehicles. Make s...

• Use D (Drive) or a lower gearwhen towing up or down steephills. This will eliminateexcessive downshifting andupshifting for optimum fueleconomy and transmissioncooling. • Anticipate stops and brakegradually. Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for longdistances, your vehicle will requiremo...

(automatic transmissions) or 1(First) (manual transmissions)and increase idle speed. Thisaids engine cooling and airconditioner efficiency. • Vehicles with trailers should notbe parked on a grade. If youmust park on a grade, placewheel chocks under the trailer’swheels. Launching or retrieving a boat...

3. Lockout the center disconnectby capping off one of the frontaxle vacuum motor lines. See yourFord dealer for assistance. 4. Vehicle speed should not exceed88 km/h (55 mph) and there areno mileage restrictions. 4WD – Electronic shift transfercase 1. Place transmission in N(Neutral). 2. Shift the t...

• F-150/F–250 4WD Regular Cablong wheelbase • 4.6L or 5.4L engine • Heavy duty service package • Super engine cooling • Heavy duty front suspensionpackage • Automatic transmission withauxiliary automatic transmissionfluid cooling • All-terrain tires Do not install a snowplow andplow with your vehicl...

maintain the engine oil andtransmission fluid changeintervals. Do not exceed the GVWRor the GAWR specified on the Safety ComplianceCertification Label. Removing snowplow Read the following instructionsbefore removing a snowplow: • After removing a snowplow fromthe vehicle, ensure the vehicle’sfront ...

FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved byavoiding: • lack of regular, scheduledmaintenance • excessive speed • rapid acceleration • extended idle Driving 130

HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL Use only in an emergency to warntraffic of vehicle breakdown,approaching danger, etc. Thehazard flashers can be operatedwhen the ignition is off. • The hazard lights control islocated on top of the steeringcolumn. • Depress hazard lights control toactivate all hazard flasherssi...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 1 15A Flasher Relay 2 5A Instrument Cluster 3 25A Cigar Lighter 4 5A Park Lamp Relay,Headlamp Relay,Autolamp ModuleRemote Anti-TheftPersonality (RAP)Module, Power MirrorSwitch FUSE1 RELAY 1 RELAY 2 (NOT USED) RELAY 4 REL...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 5 15A Digital TransmissionRange (DTR) Sensor(A/T), Backup LampSwitch (M/T), DaytimeRunning Lights (DRL)Module, Speed ControlServo/AmplifierAssembly, Heater-A/CControl Assembly,Blend Door Actuator 6 5A Shift Lock Actuator,Generic ElectronicModule (GEM),...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 21 15A Clutch Pedal Position(CPP) Switch (W/ORAP), StarterInterrupt Relay(W/RAP) 22 10A Air Bag DiagnosticMonitor, PassiveDe-Activation (PAD)Module 23 10A Trailer tow BatteryCharge Relay, 4X4Hub Solenoid, 4X2Hub Solenoid, FlasherRelay, Shift on the Fly...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 4 15A* Rear Air Suspension(RAS) 5 20A* Horn Relay 6 15A* Radio, Premium SoundAmplifier, CD Changer 7 15A* Main Light Switch,Park Lamp Relay 8 30A* Main Light Switch,Headlamp Relay,Multi-Function Switch 9 15A* Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) Module,Fog Lamp ...

If your vehicle is equipped with4WD or AWD, a spare tire of adifferent size than the roadtires should not be used. Sucha tire could result in damage todriveline components and makethe vehicle difficult to control. Location of the spare tire andtools The spare tire and tools for yourvehicle are stowe...

2. Slide the wheel under thevehicle and install the retainerthrough the wheel center. 3. Turn the jack handle clockwiseuntil the tire is raised to itsoriginal position underneath thevehicle. The jack handle ratchetswhen the tire is raised to thestowed position. It will not allowyou to overtighten. T...

• Front (4x2) • Front (4x4) • Rear Roadside emergencies 145

JUMP STARTING YOURVEHICLE The gases around thebattery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or litcigarettes. An explosion couldresult in injury or vehicledamage. Do not push start yourvehicle. You could damage the catalytic converter. Batteries contain sulfuricacid which burns skin, eyes, and c...

4. Check all battery terminals andremove any excessive corrosionbefore you attach the batterycables. 5. Turn the heater fan on in bothvehicles to protect any electricalsurges. Turn all other accessoriesoff. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Position the vehicles so thatthey do not touch one another. 2...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicletowed, contact a professionaltowing service or, if you are amember, your roadside assistancecenter. On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable totow the vehicle with the frontwheels on the ground and the rearwheels off the ground. On 4x4 vehicles, it isrecommend...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself itemsin the engine compartment foreasy location. • We provide a “Service Guide”which makes tracking routineservice easy. If your vehicle requiresprofessional service, yourdealership can provide necessaryparts and...

• Do not work on a vehicle withthe engine running in anenclosed space, unless you aresure you have enoughventilation. • Keep all lit cigarettes, openflames and other lit materialaway from the battery and allfuel related parts. If you disconnect the battery, theengine must “relearn” its idlecondition...

Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake fully andensure the gearshift is securelylatched in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent thevehicle from moving unexpectedly. Do not start your enginewith the air cleaner removed and do not remove itwhile the engine is...

4.6L/5.4L engines 1. Battery 2. Automatic transmission fluiddipstick 3. Engine oil filler 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Clutch fluid reservoir (ifequipped) 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Brake fluid reservoir 8. Air filter assembly 9. Engine coolant recoveryreservoir 10. Windshield washer fluidres...

1. Make sure the vehicle is on levelground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait afew minutes for the oil to draininto the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake andensure the gearshift is securelylatched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourselffrom engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove theengine...

• If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough oil to raisethe level within the MIN-MAXrange. • Oil levels above the MAX markmay cause engine damage. Someoil must be removed from theengine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in andensure it is fully seated. Checking the engine oi...

oil must be removed from theengine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in andensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. Forinstructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the fluid level is not withinthe normal range, add onlycertified ...

BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brakefluid Brake fluid should be checked andrefilled as needed at least onceeach year: 1. Clean the reservoir cap beforeremoval to prevent dirt or waterfrom entering the reservoir. 2. Visually inspect the fluid level. 3. If necessary, add brake fluiduntil the level re...

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) During normal operation, the fluidlevel in the clutch reservoir willslowly rise. If the fluid level drops,maintain the fluid level at the stepin the reservoir. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluiddesigned to meet Fordspecifications. Refer to Capacities and specifications. 1. Clean...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washerfluid Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with a symbol. If the level is low, add enough fluidto fill the reservoir. In very coldweather, do not fill the reservoir allthe way. Do not put engine coolantin the ...

Automotive fluids are notinterchangeable; do not use enginecoolant, antifreeze or windshieldwasher fluid outside of its specifiedfunction and vehicle location. Adding engine coolant Do not put engine coolantin the container for the windshield washer fluid. If sprayed on the windshield,engine coolant...

1. Before you remove the cap, turnthe engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap athick cloth around the cap. Slowlyturn cap counterclockwise to thefirst stop. 3. Step back while the pressurereleases. 4. When you are sure that all thepressure has been released, usethe cloth to pres...

coolant produced byFord-approved processes. Not allcoolant recycling processesproduce coolant which meets Fordspecification ESE-M97B44–A, anduse of such coolant may harmengine and cooling systemcomponents. Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsiblemanner. Follow your community’sregula...

Leave a 50/50 mixture of enginecoolant and water in your vehicleyear-round in non-extremeclimates. What you should know aboutfail-safe cooling (if equipped) If the engine coolant supply isdepleted, this feature allows thevehicle to be driven temporarilybefore incremental componentdamage is incurred....

4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is in this range. 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid insmall amounts, continuouslychecking the level until it reachesthe range between the MIN andMAX lines. Be sure to put the capback on ...

3. Fluid level should be at bottomof the opening. 4. Add enough fluid through thefiller opening so that the fluid levelis at the bottom of the opening. 5. Install and tighten the fill plug. Use only fluid that meets Fordspecifications. Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter. Checking and...

3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening. Use only fluid that meets Fordspecifications. Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter. DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINTAND SLIP YOKE The universal joints standard withyour vehicle do not req...

its idle conditions before yourvehicle will drive properly. Tobegin this process: 1. Put the gearshift in P (Park)(automatic transmissions) or theneutral position (manualtransmissions), turn off allaccessories and start the vehicle. 2. Let the engine idle for at leastone minute. 3. The relearning pr...

treatments used by commercial carwashes reduce the effectiveness ofwiper blades. Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipeproperly, clean both the windshieldand wiper blades using undilutedwindshield wiper solution or a milddetergent. Rinse thoroughly withclean water. To avoid damagi...

INFORMATION ABOUT TIREQUALITY GRADES New vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have their Tire Quality Grade(described below) molded into thetire’s sidewall. These Tire QualityGrades are determined bystandards that the United StatesDepartment of Transportation hasset. Tire Quality Grades apply to newpn...

Tire rotation Because your vehicle’s tiresperform different jobs, they oftenwear differently. To make sureyour tires wear evenly and lastlonger, rotate them as indicated inthe “Service Guide.” If you noticethat the tires wear unevenly, havethem checked. • Four tire rotation • Five tire rotation Main...

Follow these guidelines when usingsnow tires and chains: • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely, verifyingthat the chains do not touch anywiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. If you hear thechains rub or bang against yourvehicle, stop and re-tighten thechains. If ...

If you do not use theproper fuel cap, the pressure in the fuel tank candamage the fuel system or causeit to work improperly in acollision. The fuel system may beunder pressure. If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if youhear a hissing sound, wait until itstops before completelyremoving the cap. Autom...

promptly remove contaminatedclothing and wash skinthoroughly with soap and water. • If fuel is splashed in the eyes,remove contact lenses, flushwith water for 15 minutes andseek medical attention. • Be particularly careful if you aretaking “Antabuse” or otherforms of disulfiram for thetreatment of a...

It should not be necessary to addany aftermarket products to yourfuel tank if you continue to use ahigh-quality fuel. Cleaner air Ford approves the use of gasolinesto improve air quality, includingreformulated gasolines that containoxygenates up to 10% ethanol or15% MTBE. Do not use gasolines contai...

Keep a record for at least onemonth. This will provide anaccurate estimate of the vehicle’sfuel economy. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped withvarious emission controlcomponents and a catalyticconverter which will enable yourvehicle to comply with applicableexhaust emission standards....

complete the above driving cycle.The engine must warm up to itsnormal operating temperature.Once started, do not turn off theengine until the above drivingcycle is complete. EXTERIOR BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of thefollowing lamps frequently: • headlamps • foglamps (if equip...

Replacing headlamp bulbs Handle a halogenheadlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach.Grasp the bulb only by its plasticbase and do not touch the glass.The oil from your hand couldcause the bulb to break the nexttime the headlamps areoperated. 1. Make sure that the headlampcontrol is in ...

9. Align top and bottom ribs ofparking lamp assembly withcorresponding slots on front ofvehicle. 10. Push gently until parking lampassembly seats (you will hear asnap). 11. Replace screw removed in step1. Replacing foglamp bulbs 1. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the back of thefoglamp assem...

Replacing license plate lampbulbs The license plate bulbs are locatedunder and behind the rear bumper.To change the license plate lampbulbs: 1. Reach under and behind therear bumper to locate the bulbconnector. 2. Twist the connectorcounterclockwise 1 ⁄ 4 turn and carefully pull to remove it. 3. Pul...

• Oncoming motorists frequentlysignal you to deactivate yourhigh beams, and your highbeams are not activated. • The headlamps do not seem toprovide enough light for clearnight vision. • The headlamp beams arepointed substantially away froma slightly down and to the rightposition. CLEANING AND CARING...

Cleaning the engine Engines are more efficient whenthey are clean because grease anddirt buildup keep the enginewarmer than normal. Whenwashing: • Take care when using a powerwasher to clean the engine. Thehigh pressure fluid couldpenetrate the sealed parts andcause damage. • Do not spray with cold ...

will damage the leather surface • Spray a small amount of theleather cleaner on the pad andrub the area to be cleaned withthe pad using a circular motion.Only clean 1/4 of the area at atime. For heavily soiled areas,spray the cleaner directly ontothe leather (two squirts shouldbe adequate) and rub w...

04011–01276) are availablethrough your local 3M distributor.Call 1–800–742–9649 for thenearest distributor in your area. PART NUMBER PART NAME (Obtain Locally) Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner (Obtain Locally) 3M 9 Type T 9 Clean and Finish Scrubbing Pads Maintenance and care 204

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Transmissionfluid MotorcraftMERCON t ATF 5-speed manual 4 3.5L (3.75 quarts) Automatic-E4OD(4x2) 15.0L (15.9 quarts) Automatic-E4OD(4x4) 15.5L (16.4 quarts) MotorcraftMERCON t V ATF Automatic-4R70W 13.1L (13.9 quarts) Windshieldwasher fluid Ultra-ClearWindshi...

4 Fill to 6 mm (3/8 inch) below bottom of filler hole. 5 In-vehicle refill: approximately 3.1L (6.5 pints). LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Fluid Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Front axle 75W90 GearLube XY-75W90-QL WSP-M2C201-A Rear axle Motorcraft SAE75W140 HighPerformanceSyn...

Fluid Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Grease;transmission/steering/parkingbrake linkagesand pivots.Brake andclutch pedalshaft. PremiumLong-Life Grease XG-1-C ESA-M1C75-B Power steeringfluid, transfercase fluid andtransmissionfluid (manual) MotorcraftMERCON t ATF XT-2-BDX...

Dimension Body Style Regular Cab 4x2 Regular Cab 4x4 Super Cab 4x2 Super Cab 4x4 (3) Overallheight 1 846 mm(72.7 in)(SWB) 1838mm (72.4in) (LWB) 1 917 mm(75.5 in)(SWB)1 907mm (75.1 in)(LWB) 1 846 mm(72.7 in)(SWB)1 838mm (72.4 in)(LWB) 1 917 mm(75.5 in)(SWB)1907mm (75.1in) (LWB) (4)Wheelbase 3 022 mm(...

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Vehicle identification plate The vehicle identification plate islocated on the front panel of theengine compartment. This platebears technical information onyour vehicle and identifies variouscomponents. 2 5 3 FORD 1- 2- kg kg kg kg Capacities and specifications 213

Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification numberis attached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. Engine number The engine number (the last eightnumbers of the vehicleidentification number) is stampedon the engine block, transmission,frame and transfer case ...

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS(U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash,or could cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) inaddition to notifying Ford MotorCompany. If NHTSA receives similarcomplain...

Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ..........................................60 and child safety seats ..............61description ................................60disposal ......................................64indicator light ...........................63passenger air bag ...........62,65,66 A...

Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity-4 x 4 regularcab 92.7L (24.5 gallons) Fuel tank capacity-4 x 2 vehiclesand 4 x 4 SuperCab 94.6L (25 gallons) Fuel tank capacity-Long wheelbase 113.6L (30 gallons) Engine oil (with filter change) Use Motorcraft 5W30 SuperPremium Motor...