Ford 2005 E-150- User Manual

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving, maintain speeds below70 mph (110 km/h) and vary speeds frequently. This is recommended togive the moving parts a chance to break in. Do not tow a trailer duringthis break-in period. For more information regarding trailer to...

Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable ofcollecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. Therecorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event.The modules may record information about both the vehicle and theoccupant...

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type,failur...

Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO) Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating a vehicle equipped with an aftermarket power take-off system. Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region, your vehicle may...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

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 ...

Electronic throttle control (ifequipped): Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a’limp-home’ operation. Report thefault to a dealer at the earliest opportunity. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properlyinstalled. Continued driving withthis light on may cause the Servic...

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or nearempty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chap...

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and thedriver’s door is opened. Parking brake ON warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph(5 ...

Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.Press the SELECT/RESET controlonce to switch from the odometer tothe trip odometer. Press the controlagain to select Trip A and Trip B features. To reset the trip, ...

AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Seek: Press / to find the next listenable station down/up thefrequency band. 2. Tune: Press / to manually adjust the radio frequency down/up. 3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency bandAM/FM...

next selection). Then, press REW (for the beginning of the currentselection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape MUST havea blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs. 5. Side 1–2: Press to change tape direction. 6. REW (rewind): Press to rewind the tape. FF (fas...

2. FADE: Press / to shift sound to the front/rear speakers. 3. SCN (Scan): Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenablestations or CD tracks. Press again tostop. 4. CLK (Clock): To set the hour, press and hold CLK and press SEEKto decrease or increase the hours. To set the minute, press and hold...

PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Seek: Press and release SEEK / for previous/next strong station, or track of thecurrent disc. 2. Rewind: Press and hold until the desired point of a selection isreached. Fast forward: Press and hold until the desired point of a selection isreached...

6. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the treble output. 7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls to adjustlevels. Use with MENU to set theclock and RDS function on/off. 8. Balance: Pre...

17. BAND: Press to toggle between AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. 18. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band; tuneto a station, press and hold a presetbutton until sound returns. 19. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels. 20. CD: Press to enter CD ...

23. Disc/Tune: Press or to manually tune down/up the radiofrequency band, or to listen to theprevious/next CD. CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kitto enable Satellite reception is available throug...

• Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the holeand turning the hub. • Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. • Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity orcold to reach a moderate temperature before playing. • Clean the cassette player head with a ...

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 • The first position turns on theparking, tail, license plate andside marker lamps. • The outer position turns on theheadlamps. Battery saver The battery saver can be set to turn off the courtesy lamps within 2 or10 minutes if a door is left open and the key is not in the ignition.D...

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position, • the headlamp control is in the OFF or parking lamp position and • the parking brake must be disengaged. Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk ...

8. • Aerodynamic: Locate the horizontal adjuster (1) for each headlamp. Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise, to place the left edge of thehigh intensity area even with the vertical line corresponding to theheadlamp under adjustment. • Sealed beam: Locate the horizontal adjuster (2) for each headla...

Third row courtesy/reading/cargo lamps The dome portion of the lamp, thecenter light, can be turned on whenthe headlamp control is rotated fullycounterclockwise or when any dooris opened. With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position, the rear dome lamp canbe turned ON or OFF by sliding the contro...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Headlamps (sealed beam) 2 H5054 Headlamps (aerodynamic) 2 9007 Park lamp and turn signal (front) 2 4157K or 3157K Back-up lamps 2 3156K or 3156 License plate lamp 1 168 Stop/tail/turn/side marker lamp 2 3457K or 3357K High-mount brakelamp 2 912 Cargo lamp 1 211-...

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: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

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. Never adjust the steer...

Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety ofaftermarket garage door openers: 1. Place VELCRO 威 hook onto side of aftermarket transmitter opposite ofactuator control. 2. Place the transmitter into storagecompartment, control down. ...

Compass The compass display is contained in the overhead console. The vehicleheading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magneticor metallic objects placed i...

• Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles untilCAL indicator turns off in about 2–3 complete circles. • The compass is now calibrated. CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. Ho...

The telescoping feature (ifequipped) allows the mirror toextend approximately 3.15 inches(80 mm). This feature is especiallyuseful to the driver when towing atrailer. SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30 mph (48 km/h)or more without keeping your foot on ...

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.Your keys are coded to your vehicle; using a non-coded key will notpermit your vehicle to start. If you lose your dealer supplied keys,replacement keys ...

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmittershould operate normally after battery replacement. Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammedbecau...

SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Adjusting the front manual seat ...

Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the manual lumbar support The lumbar support control islocated on the inboard side of thedriver’s seat. Turn the lumbar support controlclockwise to increase firmness. Turn the lumbar support controlcounterclockwise to increasesoftness. Adjusting the front powe...

Stow the tongue end of thedetachable anchor. 2. Pull the seat latch handle, thenpull the seat toward the right side ofthe vehicle to disengage four pinsfrom the floor mount. 3. Remove the seat. To install the seat: Check to see that the seat and seatback is latched securely inposition. Keep floor ar...

2. Pull the LH/RH seat latch handles(located under the seat) rearward torelease the latch hook ends from thefront strikers. 3. Move the seat rearward and lift the seats rear hooks away from therear strikers prior to lifting the front hooks out from the front strikers. 4. With assistance, remove the ...

SAFETY RESTRAINTSSafety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit in the backseat where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her l...

Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automaticlocking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a ch...

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate thevehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all outboardseating p...

Front safety belt height adjustment The driver and front seat outboardpositions are equipped with a heightadjuster. Adjust the height of theshoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height,push the button and slide the heightadjuster up or down. R...

Shorten and fasten the belt whennot in use. 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 notb...

If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled approximately5 seconds after the safety beltwarning light has turned off... The BeltMinder 娂 feature is activated - the safety belt warning lightilluminates and the warning chimesounds for 6 seconds every30 seconds, repeating forapproximately 5 mi...

4. Within 10 seconds of the light turning on, at a moderate speed, bucklethen unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable the BeltMinder 娂 feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled. As confirmation, the airbag warning light willflash 4 times per second for 3 seconds. • This will...

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety beltassembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important...

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. Airbags can k...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Refer to Air bag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required. A difficulty with the system i...

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant orchild restraint you might use. Ford recommends using child safety seats equipped...

neck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the childcloser to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder beltfit. Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended inyour vehicle. Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat...

Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has aremovable shield, remove theshield and use the lap/shoulderbelt. If a seating position has alow seat back and no headrestraint, a backless booster seatmay place...

Attaching safety seats with tether straps Children should be placed in the rear in an appropriate childsafety seat that is properly secured to the vehicle. When using forward-facing child safety seats in vehicles withonly two seating positions so the forward-facing child safety seat cannot be placed...

Front passenger seating position The tether can be attached directlyto the rear of the front seat. 1. Position the child safety seat onthe front right-hand passenger seat. 2. Adjust the front right-handpassenger seat full forward. 3. Route the child safety seat tetherstrap over the back of the front...

Second, Third and Fourth row three passenger bench seats The tether strap can be attacheddirectly to the tether bracketprovided under the back edge of theseat cushion. 1. For second row 3–Passenger bench seat, place the child safety seat onthe left hand outboard position, the center position, or the...

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...

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the gene...

tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage fromthe tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cuts, bruises and other damage. Ifinternal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted andinspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced...

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...

Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same sizeand type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire orwheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety andperformance of your vehicle, which could result in ...

different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels. Ifyou have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for temporaryuse only. This means that if you need to use it, you should replace it assoon as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size and type asthe road...

To remove the spare tire: 1. Open the rear doors and removethe thumb screw and anti-theftbracket. If finger pressure will notremove the thumb screw, use thelug wrench to loosen the screw. 2. Remove the access plug underthe left door. 3. Remove the jack handle from theright side compartment and inser...

4. Apply the parking brake and turnthe engine off. 5. Block the wheel that is diagonallyopposite the tire you are changing. On E-450 vehicles, the parkingbrake is on the transmission.Therefore, the vehicle will not beprevented from moving when a rearwheel is lifted, even if the parking brake is appl...

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. • Raise the jack until the wheel iscompletely off the ground. (Turnjack handle clockwise if yourvehicle is equipped with ascrew-type jack or pump the...

5. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tirepressure (every six months, as per your scheduled maintenance information), or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other components. 6. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bum...

When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt orforeign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts thewheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at thewheel mounting surfaces can cause...

4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You ...

which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The coldinflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommendedpressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings suchas standard load, radial tubeless, etc. Additional informa...

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. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, ...

Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If your vehicle is stuck in snow,...

The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more ev...

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. Lookfor “THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb.” for m...

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. 2005 Econoline (eco) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading 130

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 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...

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel located on the B-Pillar orthe edge of the driver’s door.The GVW must never exceed theGV...

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of this Owner’s Guide . Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unlo...

Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, soyou cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle. 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 ...

Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to yourvehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at theGVWR not GCWR. Trailer lamps Trailer la...

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. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • The tra...

Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged inwater. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changedunless a leak is suspected or repair required. RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND) An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle on...

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 wh...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START). 2. Turn the key to 5 (START), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine starts. Excessive crankingcould damage the starter. Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to 3 (OF...

BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-outand should be inspected by a qualified service technician. If the vehiclehas continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking,th...

A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steeringseem to wander/pull. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly whenone wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, theTraction-Lok axle functions like a ...

shift rearward. As a result, the van has less resistance to rollover andhandles differently from other commonly driven passenger vehicles,making it more difficult to control in an emergency situation. Placing anyload on the roof also raises the center of gravity and increases thepotential for rollov...

• If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., fromconcrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicleresponds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again,avoid these abrupt inputs. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is eq...

• Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)when vehi...

A more complete description of PTO operation is discussed in the FordTruck Body Builders Layout Book, found atwww.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas. DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth is not known. Never drive throughwa...

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, seven days a week • for the New Vehicle Limited...

USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in theOwner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card isfound in the Owner Information Guide in the glove compar...

Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switchmay have been activat...

On commercial stripped chassisvehicles, this switch is located on abracket above 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 s...

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 Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 5A 4–Wheel Anti–lock Brake System(4WABS) module 2 10A Remote Keyless Entry (RKE),O/D cancel 3 15A Trip computer, Radio, Overheadconsole 4 15A Courtesy lamps 5 30A Power lock switches, P...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description E — Trailer battery charge relay F — IDM relay (Diesel only) G — PCM relay H — Blower motor relay J — Accessory delay relay K — Start relay * Mini fuses ** Maxi fuses Relay modules Instrument panel relay module The instrument pan...

Engine compartment relay module The engine compartment relay module is located in one of two placesdepending on which type of engine your vehicle is equipped with: • Gasoline engine: driver side of the engine compartment above thebrake master cylinder. • Diesel engine: passenger side of the engine c...

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes andclothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatictransmissions do not have push-start capability; doing so maydamage the catalytic converter. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new batte...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)termi...

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker ...

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In ...

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

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...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle linewill provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingdealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Pl...

replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. Thisdispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing statecreated rights or other rights which are independent of theMagnuson-Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws. IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY) Californi...

Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impartialdecision. Board review may be terminated at any time by either party. Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date thatall ...

The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion maydamage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may causeengine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford ofCanada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improperfuel. Using leaded fuel may ...

Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing toFord Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle hasa defec...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which isavailable from your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can discolor and s...

racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowlarea. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with the sliding doorelectrical contact switches. Paint sealant or other contaminants couldinterfere with the proper ...

• Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking theengine block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all partsthat require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine....

• Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orwindshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when theyappear worn or do not function properly. INSTRU...

Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’sseatbelts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over theleather. • To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and VinylCleane...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provi...

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 release the auxiliary latch that islocated in the center top of the grill. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod. HOOD 2005...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Engine compartment component locations Refer to the 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Automatic transmi...

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 specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic c...

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added...

• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark may cause enginedamage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must beremoved from the engine by aqualified service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For in...

economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization andApproval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japaneseautomobile manufacturers. To protect your engine’s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or anequivalent 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provi...

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead andlead compounds. Wash hands after handling . For information on transmission operation after the battery has beendisconnected, refer to Automatic Transmission Operation in the Driving chapter. Because your vehicle’s engine is electronic...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

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 the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interv...

Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine...

coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary toremove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle withan overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant. To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolant ...

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this section....

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to aservice facility as soon as possible. WHA...

Refueling Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severeinjuries. 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; • Keep spa...

with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician to prevent any engine damage. Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “Premium”unleaded gasoline is not recommended f...

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record ...

soon light is on, refer to the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument Cluster chapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the Check engine/Service engine soon light on. If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,the on-board diag...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does notconsume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if thetransmission is not working properly,...

Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped) The TorqShift automatictransmission is equipped with aserviceable external fluid filtermounted on the driver’s side of thetransmission. Refer to the scheduled maintenanceinformation for service intervals. To replace the transmission filter: 1. Shut o...

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...

Component 1 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S FL-820-S PCV valve 2 Spark plugs 3 Automatictransmissionfilter 4 — FT-145 FT-145 1 Refer to the Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for Motorcraft diesel engine service part numbers...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid All Fill to line onreservoir Engineoil-gasolineengine (includesfilter change) 9 Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium Moto...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Power steeringfluid MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF All Keep in FULLrange ondipstick Rear axle 4 SAE 75W-140Synthetic RearAxle Lubricant 2 Visteon 8.8/9.75inch conventionaland Traction-Lok 5.5 pints(2.6L) 3 SAE 75W-140Synthetic RearAxle Lubricant 2 Dana M70HD(M273HD)E...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Brake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid PM-1 ESA-M6C25-Aand DOT 3 Doorweatherstrips SiliconeLubricant XL-6 ESR-M13P4-A Engine coolant MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) VC-7-A ...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Automatictransmission(4R70/75 E) 1 MotorcraftMERCON 威 V ATF XT-5-QM MERCON 威 V AutomatictransmissionTorqShift(5–speed) 1 MotorcraftMERCON 威 SP ATF XT-6–QSP MERCON 威 SP WSS-M2C919–D Disc brakecaliper rails MotorcraftSilicone BrakeCaliper Greaseand ...

Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such asMERCON 威 and MERCON 威 V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON 威 type fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions thatrequire the MERCON 威 V type f...

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Van/wagon models E-150 – Inches (mm) E-250 – Inches (mm) E-350 – Inches (mm) (1) Overallheight 80.7 (2050) 82.9 (2107) 84.6 (2148) (2) Trackfront/rear 69.4 (1765)/67.3(1709) 69.4 (1763)/66.6 (1692) 69.4 (1763)/66.4 (1687) (3) Overall width(excludingmirrors) 79.3 (2014) (4) Wheelba...

Cutaway/commercial stripped chassis models E-350 – inches (mm) E-450 – inches (mm) (1) Overall height Refer to Body Builder for specifications. (2) Track front/rear Cutaway: 69.4 (1763)SRW: 72.1 (1831)DRW: 73.2 (1860) Stripped Chassis: 69.4 (1763)SRW: 72.1 (1831.4)DRW: 73.2 (1859) 69.4 (1763)/77.7 (...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to co...

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