fuel filter FORD BRONCO 2023 User Guide

Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions, such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Replace the engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measurethe tread depth.
Change the engine oil and filter.1Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
1Reset your oil change reminder after each engine oil and filter change. See Resettingthe Intelligent Oil Life Monitor (page 355).
Off-road Operation
Inspect the steering linkage, the ball joints and the U-joints.Lubricate the grease fittings, if applicable.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace the engine air filter.
Change the engine oil and filter.1Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsInspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measurethe tread depth.
1Reset your oil change reminder after each engine oil and filter change. See Resettingthe Intelligent Oil Life Monitor (page 355).
Exclusive Use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank with regularunleaded fuel.Every oil change interval
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California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company, however,urges you to have all recommendedmaintenance services performed at thespecified intervals and to record all vehicleservice.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using an oilthat meets our specification or has anAmerican Petroleum Institute (API)Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certificationmark) oil, the normal oil change interval is3,000 mi (4,800 km).
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependenton exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection andreplacement of the engine air filter.
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Services even if Intelematics or a Supplierhas been advised of the possibility of suchdamages. You also acknowledge thatneither Intelematics nor any Supplierguarantees nor make any warranties thatrelate to the availability, accuracy orcompleteness of SUNA Products and/orServices, and to the extent which it islawful to do so, both Intelematics and eachSupplier excludes any warranties whichmight otherwise be implied by any Stateor Federal legislation in relation to SUNAProducts and/or Services.
7. Please Note
Great care has been taken in preparing thismanual. Constant product developmentmay mean that some information is notentirely up-to-date. The information in thisdocument is subject to change withoutnotice.
EMISSION LAW
WARNING: Do not remove or alterthe original equipment floor covering orinsulation between it and the metal floorof the vehicle. The floor covering andinsulation protect occupants of thevehicle from the engine and exhaustsystem heat and noise. On vehicles withno original equipment floor coveringinsulation, do not carry passengers in amanner that permits prolonged skincontact with the metal floor. Failure tofollow these instructions may result infire or personal injury.
U.S. federal laws and certain state lawsprohibit removing or rendering inoperativeemission control system components.Similar federal or provincial laws mayapply in Canada. We do not approve of anyvehicle modification without firstdetermining applicable laws.
Tampering with emissionscontrol systems includingrelated sensors or the DieselExhaust Fluid system can result in reducedengine power and the illumination of theservice engine soon light.
Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem
Federal laws prohibit the following acts:
•Removal or rendering inoperative byany person other than for purposes ofmaintenance.
•Repair or replacement of any device orelement of the design incorporated intoa new vehicle for the purpose of noisecontrol prior to its sale or delivery tothe ultimate purchaser or while it is inuse.
•The use of the vehicle after any personremoves or renders inoperative anydevice or element of the design.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agencymay presume to constitute tampering asfollows:
•Removal of hood blanket, fender apronabsorbers, fender apron barriers,underbody noise shields or acousticallyabsorptive material.
•Tampering or rendering inoperative theengine speed governor, to allow enginespeed to exceed manufacturerspecifications.
If the engine does not start, runs rough,experiences a decrease in engineperformance, experiences excess fuelconsumption or produces excessiveexhaust smoke, check for the following:
•A plugged or disconnected air inletsystem hose.
•A plugged engine air filter element.
•Water in the fuel filter and waterseparator.
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•A clogged fuel filter.
•Contaminated fuel.
•Air in the fuel system, due to looseconnections.
•An open or pinched sensor hose.
•Incorrect engine oil level.
•Incorrect fuel for climatic conditions.
•Incorrect engine oil viscosity forclimactic conditions.
Note:Some vehicles have a lifetime fuelfilter that is integrated with the fuel tank.Regular maintenance or replacement is notneeded.
Note:If these checks do not help youcorrect the concern, have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Noise Emissions Warranty,Prohibited Tampering Acts andMaintenance
On January 1, 1978, Federal regulationbecame effective governing the noiseemission on trucks over 10,000 lb(4,536 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating(GVWR). The preceding statementsconcerning prohibited tampering acts andmaintenance, and the noise warrantyfound in the Warranty Guide, areapplicable to complete chassis cabs over10,000 lb (4,536 kg) GVWR.
EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, yourvehicle may be equipped with features andoptions that are different from the featuresand options that are described in thisOwner’s Manual. A market uniquesupplement may be supplied thatcomplements this book. By referring to themarket unique supplement, if provided,you can properly identify those features,recommendations and specifications thatare unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s
Manual is written primarily for the U.S. andCanadian markets. Features or equipmentlisted as standard may be different on unitsbuilt for export.Refer to this Owner’sManual for all other requiredinformation and warnings.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
The following warranties may apply to yourvehicle:
•New vehicle limited warranties.
•Emissions warranties, if applicable.(Note: Fully-electric vehicles are noteligible for emissions warranties.)
•Other warranties, if applicable.
Detailed warranty information specific toyour vehicle can be found in the WarrantyGuide at www.owner.ford.com.
The following California WarrantyStatement, required by Californiaregulations, applies to vehicles certified toCalifornia emissions standards andregistered in a state that requires Californiaemissions warranty. If applicable,additional California Emissions Warrantiescan be found in the Warranty Guide atwww.owner.ford.com.
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROLWARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS ANDOBLIGATIONS
The California Air Resources Board andFord Motor Company are pleased toexplain the emission control systemwarranty on your (year) vehicle. InCalifornia, new motor vehicles must bedesignated, built and equipped to meet
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Calculating the Load Limit.......................298Canceling the Set Speed..........................223Capacities and Specifications.................461Catalytic Converter......................................185Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting.............................................185Catalytic Converter Precautions.............185Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting.........................................185Catalytic Converter – WarningLamps................................................................185Center Console - AutomaticTransmission.................................................35Center Console..............................................162Locking the Center Console............................162Opening the Center Console..........................162Center Console - ManualTransmission.................................................34Center Display Limitations......................498Center Display Overview..........................498Center Display Precautions.....................498Changing a Flat Tire - Excluding:Raptor...........................................................449Changing a Flat Tire - Raptor..................453Changing a Road Wheel...........................449Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3LEcoBoost™/2.7L EcoBoost™..............359Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.0LEcoBoost™................................................360Changing the Fuel Filter.............................361Changing the Remote ControlBattery............................................................80Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password..................................486Charging a Device.........................................156Charging a Wireless Device.......................161Checking MyKey System Status..............86Checking the Brake Fluid..........................209Checking the Clutch Fluid Level.............188Checking the Coolant................................355Checking the Manual Transmission FluidLevel...............................................................188Checking the Seatbelts...............................65Checking the Tire Pressures.....................441Checking the Wiper Blades.......................101Children and Airbags......................................71
Child Restraint Anchor Points...................50Locating the Child Restraint Lower AnchorPoints...................................................................50Locating the Child Restraint Top TetherAnchor Points....................................................51What Are the Child Restraint AnchorPoints...................................................................50Child Restraints................................................51Child Restraint Position Information..............51Child Restraints Recommendation...............53Child Safety......................................................49Child Restraint Anchor Points.........................50Child Restraints......................................................51Installing Child Restraints.................................53Child Safety Locks.........................................59Child Safety Precautions.............................49Cleaning Products........................................421Cleaning the Exterior..................................422Cleaning Camera Lenses andSensors.............................................................424Cleaning Chrome, Aluminium or StainlessSteel...................................................................422Cleaning Headlamps and RearLamps...............................................................422Cleaning Stripes or Graphics.........................424Cleaning the Convertible Top........................423Cleaning the Engine Compartment............423Cleaning the Exterior Precautions...............422Cleaning the Hard Top.....................................424Cleaning the Underbody.................................424Cleaning Wheels................................................422Cleaning Windows and WiperBlades...............................................................422Cleaning the Interior...................................424Cleaning Carpets and Floor Mats................426Cleaning Displays and Screens....................425Cleaning Fabric...................................................425Cleaning Leather................................................425Cleaning Plastic..................................................425Cleaning Seatbelts............................................426Cleaning the Instrument Panel....................424Cleaning Vinyl.....................................................426Clearing All MyKeys.......................................86Climate Control..............................................131Auto Mode.............................................................133Climate Control Hints.................................134
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Rear View Camera Settings.....................245Switching Rear View Camera Delay On andOff......................................................................246Zooming the Rear View Camera In andOut......................................................................245Rebooting the Center Display................500Recommended Shift Speeds...................187Recovery Towing..........................................332Accessing the Front Towing Point...............332Accessing the Rear Towing Point................334Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -Automatic Transmission........................338Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -Manual Transmission..............................337Refueling..........................................................182Refueling System Overview............................182Refueling Your Vehicle......................................182Releasing the Electric Parking Brake ifthe Vehicle Battery Has Run Out ofCharge............................................................214Remote Control Limitations.......................79Remotely Starting and Stopping theVehicle...........................................................129Remote Start Limitations..........................129Remote Start Precautions........................129Remote Start Remote ControlIndicators......................................................130Remote Start..................................................129Remote Start Settings...............................130Removable Doors........................................376Doors and Locks Audible Warnings............384Removing and Installing the Doors.............376Removable Fenders....................................397Removable Fender Precautions...................397Removing the Fender Flares.........................398Removable Front Bumper End Caps -Raptor............................................................401Removing and Installing the Front BumperEnd Caps..........................................................401Removable Hard Top.................................392Removing and Installing the HardTop......................................................................392Removable Roof Panels...........................384Removable Roof Panel Precautions..........384Removing and Installing the Center RoofPanel.................................................................386Removing and Installing the Front RoofPanel.................................................................385
Removing and Installing the Rear RoofPanel..................................................................387Removable Running Boards -Raptor...........................................................399Removing and Installing the RunningBoards..............................................................399Removable Soft Top..................................393Opening and Closing the Soft Top..............393Removing and Installing the SoftTop.....................................................................396Removable Vehicle Components...........371Removable Doors..............................................376Removable Fenders..........................................397Removable Front Bumper End Caps -Raptor................................................................401Removable Hard Top.......................................392Removable Roof Panels.................................384Removable Running Boards -Raptor...............................................................399Removable Soft Top........................................393Removable Windows.........................................371Removable Windows..................................371Removable Windows Precautions...............371Removing and Installing the Rear QuarterWindows............................................................371Removing and Installing the RearWindow.............................................................374Removing the Key Blade.............................80Removing Your Vehicle FromStorage.........................................................429Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............427Replacement PartsRecommendation....................................582Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl.............................................................81Replacing the Cabin Air Filter...................139Replacing the Front Wiper Blades..........101Replacing the Rear Wiper Blades...........102Reporting Safety Defects inCanada.........................................................540Reporting Safety Defects in the UnitedStates...........................................................540Restarting the Engine - AutomaticTransmission................................................176Restarting the Engine - ManualTransmission................................................175Resuming the Set Speed...........................251
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