cooling FORD E-450 2019 User Guide

Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•
It may be necessary to increase the
coolant concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60%
provides improved freeze point
protection. Coolant concentrations
above 60% decrease the overheat
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• You can decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• Coolant concentrations below 40%
decrease the freeze and corrosion
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme
climates should use prediluted coolant for
optimum cooling system and engine
protection.
Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed in
the scheduled maintenance information,
the coolant should be changed. Add
prediluted coolant approved to the correct
specification. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 198).
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarily
drive your vehicle before any incremental
component damage occurs. The fail-safe
distance depends on ambient
temperature, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the
coolant temperature gauge moves toward
the red zone: A warning lamp illuminates and
a message may appear in the
information display.
If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
automatically switches to alternating
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle still
operates, however:
• Engine power is limited.
• The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the engine
temperature, causing the engine to
completely shut down. Your steering and
braking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, you
can re-start the engine. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated WARNING:
Fail-safe mode is for
use during emergencies only. Operate
your vehicle in fail-safe mode only as
long as necessary to bring your vehicle
to rest in a safe location and seek
immediate repairs. When in fail-safe
mode, your vehicle will have limited
power, will not be able to maintain
high-speed operation, and may
completely shut down without warning,
potentially losing engine power, power
steering assist, and power brake assist,
which may increase the possibility of a
crash resulting in serious injury.
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WARNING: Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap
with a thick cloth to prevent the
possibility of scalding and slowly remove
the cap. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury.
Your vehicle has limited engine power
when in the fail-safe mode, drive your
vehicle with caution. Your vehicle does not
maintain high-speed operation and the
engine may operate poorly.
Remember that the engine is capable of
automatically shutting down to prevent
engine damage. In this situation:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and switch the engine off.
2. If you are a member of a roadside assistance program, we recommend
that you contact your roadside
assistance service provider.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark,
add prediluted coolant immediately.
5. When the engine temperature cools, you can re-start the engine. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible to
minimize engine damage.
Note: Driving your vehicle without repair
increases the chance of engine damage. Engine Coolant Temperature
Management (If Equipped) WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
crash and injury, be prepared that the
vehicle speed may reduce and the
vehicle may not be able to accelerate
with full power until the coolant
temperature reduces.
If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, the
engine may temporarily reach a higher
temperature during severe operating
conditions, for example ascending a long
or steep slope in high ambient
temperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolant
temperature gauge moves toward the red
zone and a message may appear in the
information display.
You may notice a reduction in vehicle
speed caused by reduced engine power in
order to manage the engine coolant
temperature. Your vehicle may enter this
mode if certain high-temperature and
high-load conditions take place. The
amount of speed reduction depends on
vehicle loading, grade and ambient
temperature. If this occurs, there is no need
to pull off the road. You can continue to
drive your vehicle.
The air conditioning may automatically
turn on and off during severe operating
conditions to protect the engine from
overheating. When the coolant
temperature decreases to the normal
operating temperature, the air conditioning
turns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge moves
fully into the red zone, or if the coolant
temperature warning or service engine
soon messages appear in your information
display, do the following:
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•
Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting. Note:
It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle
15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
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Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts
and component systems based upon
engineering testing. Ford Motor Company
relies upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford
Workshop Manual list the recommended
additives and chemicals for your vehicle.
We do not recommend using chemicals or
additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle
’s normal maintenance. Please
consult your warranty information. Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals. Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
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Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Maintenance
Change engine oil and filter.
Every
7,500 mi
(12,000 km) Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
1
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, loose-
ness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection that is recommended.
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Maintenance
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every
15,000 mi
(24,000 km) Inspect brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft
and U-joints. Other Maintenance Items
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Torque rear axle U-bolts to specification.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seal if non-
sealed bearings are used.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every
97,500 mi
(157,000 km) Replace rear axle fluid. See Special Operating Conditions
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 281).
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control.......................................... 66
About This Manual...........................................5
ABS See: Brakes.............................................................. 91
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................... 91
Accessories......................................................271 Exterior Style......................................................... 271
Interior Style.......................................................... 271
Peace of Mind....................................................... 271
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 12
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................156
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure...........156
Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................47
Airbag Disposal
...............................................38
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control.......................................... 66
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter..............159
Appendices
....................................................294
At a Glance........................................................16
Audible Warnings and Indicators..............57 Fail-Safe Cooling Warning Chime.................. 57
Headlamps On Warning Chime...................... 57
Key in Ignition Warning Chime......................... 57
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................. 57
Shift to Park Warning Chime............................ 57
Audio System.................................................214 General Information.......................................... 214
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC..............................................................216
Accessing CD or MP3 Mode............................ 217
Accessing the Auxiliary Media Sources.............................................................. 216
Accessing the Folders........................................ 217
Accessing the Menu........................................... 217
Accessing the Phone Features....................... 217
Adjusting the Volume........................................ 217
Changing Radio Stations................................. 218
Ejecting the CD.................................................... 218
Fast Forwarding the Media............................. 218
Inserting a CD....................................................... 218Muting the Audio................................................
218
Playing or Pausing Media................................ 218
Rewinding the Media......................................... 218
Scanning the Audio........................................... 218
Selecting a Frequency Band.......................... 218
Setting the Memory Presets........................... 218
Switching Shuffle Mode On and Off...........218
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off.........218
Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse.............................................................. 219
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM.......215 Accessing the Clock Settings......................... 215
Accessing the Sound Settings....................... 216
Adjusting the Volume........................................ 216
Changing Radio Stations................................. 216
Selecting the Audio Modes............................. 216
Setting the Memory Presets........................... 216
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off.........216
Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse.............................................................. 216
Automatic Transmission.............................87 Brake-Shift Interlock.......................................... 88
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................... 89
Putting your vehicle in or out of gear:...........87
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................149
Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter............152
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid.................................................................... 149
Auxiliary Power Points..................................72 110 Volt AC Power Point..................................... 72
12 Volt DC Power Point....................................... 72
Locations.................................................................. 72
Auxiliary Switches
........................................272
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery...................... 153
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............141
Booster Seats
..................................................22
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 23
Brake Fluid Check.........................................152
Brakes..................................................................91 General Information............................................. 91
Breaking-In.......................................................116
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Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating
Adjustment........................................................ 37
Driving Aids......................................................98
Driving Hints....................................................116
Driving Through Water
.................................117
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 50
E
Economical Driving
.......................................116
Electromagnetic Compatibility..............294
Emission Law...................................................83 Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance...........84
Tampering With a Noise Control System................................................................ 83
End User License Agreement.................296 SYNC End User License Agreement
(EULA).............................................................. 296
Engine Block Heater......................................76 Using the Engine Block Heater........................ 76
Engine Coolant Check................................144 Adding Coolant.................................................... 145
Coolant Change................................................... 147
Engine Coolant Temperature Management................................................... 148
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................. 147
Recycled Coolant............................................... 146
Severe Climates................................................... 147
Engine Emission Control
.............................83
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 45
Engine Oil Check...........................................143 Adding Engine Oil............................................... 143
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................143
Engine Specifications - 6.2L
....................198
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 198
Engine Specifications - 6.8L....................198 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 199
Environment
......................................................15
Essential Towing Checks..........................108 Before Towing a Trailer...................................... 113
Hitches................................................................... 109
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC).......................................... 114
Safety Chains........................................................ 110
Trailer Brakes......................................................... 110Trailer Lamps.........................................................
113
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 109
When Towing a Trailer....................................... 113
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording............................................... 7
Exterior Mirrors
.................................................51
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 51
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 51
Telescoping Mirrors ............................................. 52
F
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................28 Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 29
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................28
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 192
Floor Mats
.........................................................117
Ford Credit..........................................................11
US Only...................................................................... 11
Ford Protect
...................................................274
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY)........................................... 275
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only)................................................................... 274
Fuel and Refueling..........................................77
Fuel Consumption..........................................81 Advertised Capacity............................................. 81
Fuel Economy......................................................... 81
Fuel Quality - E85...........................................77 Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles................................................................ 77
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline.........78
Fuel Quality - Gasoline
.................................79
Choosing the Right Fuel..................................... 79
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................120
Fuses..................................................................131
Fuse Specification Chart.............................131
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel........136
Power Distribution Box...................................... 131
G
Gauges...............................................................53 Battery Voltage Gauge....................................... 54
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............54
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 53
Information Display............................................. 54
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Gearbox
See: Transmission................................................ 87
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................39
General Maintenance Information........276 Multi-point Inspection...................................... 278
Owner Checks and Services........................... 277
Protecting Your Investment........................... 276
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 276
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 276
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada...........................................................127
Getting the Services You Need
................124
Away From Home............................................... 124
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................... 92
Hazard Flashers
............................................120
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps...................... 156
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp........................... 157
Headrest See: Head Restraints.......................................... 69
Head Restraints
..............................................69
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 66
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate............................................................67
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................... 67
General Hints......................................................... 67
Quickly Cooling the Interior.............................. 67
Quickly Heating the Interior.............................. 67
Recommended Settings for Cooling.............67
Recommended Settings for Heating............67
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures.................................................... 67
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes...............................................................91
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............141 I
Ignition Switch
.................................................74
In California (U.S. Only)..............................125
Information Displays.....................................58 General Information............................................ 58
Information Messages
.................................63
Brake System......................................................... 63
Fuel........................................................................\
.... 63
Maintenance.......................................................... 64
Tire........................................................................\
..... 64
Traction Control.................................................... 64
Trailer........................................................................\
65
Transmission .......................................................... 65
Installing Child Restraints
............................18
Child Seats............................................................... 18
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 19
Using Tether Straps.............................................. 21
Instrument Cluster.........................................53
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
.....................50
Instrument Panel............................................16
Interior Mirror....................................................52
Automatic Dimming Mirror............................... 52
Manual Dimming Mirror..................................... 52
Introduction........................................................5
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................121 Connecting the Jumper Cables...................... 121
Jump Starting....................................................... 122
Preparing Your Vehicle....................................... 121
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 122
K
Keys and Remote Controls.........................39
L
Lighting Control..............................................49 Flashing the Headlamp High Beam..............50
Headlamp High Beam........................................ 49
Lighting..............................................................49 General Information............................................ 49
Limited Slip Differential
..............................90
Load Carrying..................................................99
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SYNC™ AppLink
™.....................................250
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................ 250
SYNC™............................................................225 General Information.......................................... 225
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
.........................262
T
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications.............198
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)........................126
Tire Care
...........................................................169
Glossary of Tire Terminology........................... 171
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................. 169
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................. 172
Temperature A B C............................................. 170
Traction AA A B C................................................ 170
Treadwear.............................................................. 170
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........188 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System........................................ 189
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ....................................... 189
Tires See: Wheels and Tires...................................... 168
Towing a Trailer.............................................104 Load Placement................................................. 104
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......115 Emergency Towing.............................................. 115
Recreational Towing........................................... 115
Towing..............................................................104
Traction Control
..............................................93
Principle of Operation........................................ 93
Transmission Code Designation............202
Transmission....................................................87
Transporting the Vehicle............................123
U
Under Hood Overview................................142
USB Port
..........................................................224
Using Cruise Control.....................................96
Canceling the Set Speed................................... 97
Changing the Set Speed................................... 96
Resuming the Set Speed................................... 97Setting the Cruise Speed..................................
96
Switching Cruise Control Off........................... 97
Switching Cruise Control On........................... 96
Using Snow Chains
......................................187
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player.............................................................252
Accessing Your Play Menu.............................. 257
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port........................................................... 252
Media Menu Features....................................... 255
Media Voice Commands................................. 254
System Settings................................................. 259
What's Playing?................................................. 253
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
............230
Accessing Features Through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 234
Accessing Your Phone Settings.................... 239
Making a Call....................................................... 233
Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones.................. 231
Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time ........................................................................\
..... 230
Phone Options during an Active Call.........233
Phone Voice Commands................................. 231
Receiving Calls.................................................... 233
System Settings................................................. 240
Text Messaging................................................... 237
Using Traction Control.................................93 Switching the System Off ................................ 93
System Indicator Lights and Messages............................................................ 93
Using Voice Recognition............................227 Initiating a Voice Session................................. 227
System Interaction and Feedback..............228
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)..........................127
V
Vehicle Care
...................................................160
General Information.......................................... 160
Vehicle Certification Label
.......................202
Vehicle Identification Number.................201
Vehicle Storage
.............................................165
Battery.................................................................... 166
Body........................................................................\
. 165
Brakes..................................................................... 166
Cooling system.................................................... 166
Engine..................................................................... 166
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