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soonlight is on, refer to the description in theWarning lights and
chimessection of theInstrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test with theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight on.
If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
•First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
•Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer to the scheduled maintenance
guide for the service interval
schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCON
AT F.
Check the fluid level when it is at
ambient temperature, 20° – 80° F
(-7° – 25° C):
1. Check the fluid level on the
dipstick. It should be between the
arrows in the FULL COLD range. Do
not add fluid if the level is within
this range.
2. If the fluid level is low, start the
engine.
3. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
4. Turn the engine off.
FULL COLD
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Fuel tank N/A All regular and
extended length
vans and wagons35.0 gallons
(132.4L)
138 inch
wheelbase (except
E-Super Duty)37.0 gallons
(140.0L)
158 inch
wheelbase (except
E-Super Duty)37.0 gallons
(140.0L)
5
176 inch
wheelbase (except
E-Super Duty)37.0 gallons
(140.0L)
158 inch and 176
inch wheelbase
(E-Super Duty)55 .0 gallons
(208.0L)
Transmission
fluid
6Motorcraft
MERCON
V
AT FAutomatic
(4R70/75 E)13.9 quarts
(13.1L)7
Motorcraft
MERCON
SP
AT FTorqShift
(5–speed)17.5 quarts
(16.6L)7
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll 4.2 quarts
(4.0L)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
2If your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant it
is considered lubricated for life. These lubricants do not need to be
checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the
axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should
be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water.
Fill 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14 mm) below bottom of fill hole.
Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL–3 or equivalent
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VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Van/wagon models
E-150 – Inches
(mm)E-250 –
Inches (mm)E-350 –
Inches (mm)
(1) Overall
height80.7 (2050) 82.9 (2107) 84.6 (2148)
(2) Track
front/rear69.4 (1765)/
67.3(1709)69.4 (1763)/
66.6 (1692)69.4 (1763)/
66.4 (1687)
(3) Overall width
(excluding
mirrors)79.3 (2014)
(4) Wheelbase 138.0 (3505)
(5) Overall
lengthRegular van: 212.0 (5384)
Extended van: 232.0 (5892)
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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/rearCutaway:
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 (1974)
(3) Overall width Refer to Body Builder for specifications.
(4) Wheelbase 138.0 (3505)
158.0 (4012.3)
176.0 (4470)158.0 (4012.3)
176.0 (4470)
(5) Overall length Refer to Body Builder for specifications.
4
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GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.
These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your
automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style
and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessory found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessory. The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides you
the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty — 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000
km) (whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy
of the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessory products. Not
all accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the
accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer
or visit our online store at: www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Deflectors
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)
Splash guards
Step bars
Interior style
Consoles
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Leather wrapped steering wheels
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A
Accessory delay ..........................56
Air cleaner filter ...............223–224
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................82
and child safety seats ..............84
description ................................82
disposal ......................................86
driver airbag ..............................84
indicator light ...........................86
operation ...................................84
passenger airbag .......................84
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................203
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................149
Audio system
(see Radio) ....18–19, 22, 25, 28, 32
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................154, 156, 159
fluid, adding ............................220
fluid, checking ........................220
fluid, refill capacities ..............226
fluid, specification ..................233
Auxiliary power point .................55
Axle
lubricant specifications ..230, 233
refill capacities ........................226
traction lok ..............................151
B
Battery .......................................201
acid, treating emergencies .....201
jumping a disabled battery ....174
maintenance-free ....................201replacement, specifications ...224
servicing ..................................201
BeltMinder ...................................77
Brakes ........................................149
anti-lock ...................................149
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................149
fluid, checking and adding ....220
fluid, refill capacities ..............226
fluid, specifications .........230, 233
lubricant specifications ..230, 233
parking ....................................150
shift interlock ..........................153
Break-in period .............................6
Bulbs ............................................46
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....226
Cell phone use ............................55
Child safety restraints ................87
child safety belts ......................87
Child safety seats ........................90
in front seat ..............................91
in rear seat ................................91
tether anchorage hardware .....94
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............190
exterior ....................................193
instrument panel ....................192
interior .....................................192
interior trim ............................192
plastic parts ............................191
safety belts ..............................192
washing ....................................189
waxing .....................................189
wheels ......................................190
wiper blades ............................191
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filter, specifications ........200, 224
recommendations ...................200
refill capacities ........................226
specifications ..................230, 233
Exhaust fumes ..........................148
F
Fail safe cooling ........................208
Fluid capacities .........................226
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................151
Fuel ............................................209
calculating fuel economy .......214
cap ...........................................211
capacity ...................................226
choosing the right fuel ...........212
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................217
detergent in fuel .....................213
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................209, 211, 214
filter, specifications ........213, 224
fuel pump shut-off switch .....164
improving fuel economy ........214
octane rating ...........212, 233–234
quality ......................................213
running out of fuel .................213
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................209
Fuses ..................................166–167
G
Garage door opener ....................53
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............211
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................214
Gauges .........................................15H
Hazard flashers .........................164
Headlamps ...................................41
bulb specifications ....................46
daytime running lights .............42
flash to pass ..............................42
high beam .................................42
replacing bulbs
...................47–48
turning on and off
....................41
Heating
heater only system
.............38, 40
heating and air conditioning
system
.......................................39
Hood
..........................................196
I
Ignition
.......................145, 233–234
Infant seats
(see Safety seats)
.......................90
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing
........................................218
Instrument panel
cleaning
...................................192
cluster
........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior
.......................................43
J
Jump-starting your vehicle
......174
K
Keys
positions of the ignition
.........145
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Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............72
Seats ............................................66
child safety seats ......................90
front seats .................................66
Servicing your vehicle ..............195
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................19
AM/FM/Cassette ........................20
AM/FM/CD .................................22
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ....26, 30, 34
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........110
Spark plugs,
specifications .............224, 233–234
Special notice ................................9
ambulance conversions ..............8
diesel-powered vehicles .............8
utility-type vehicles ....................8
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................230, 233
Speed control ..............................58
Starting your
vehicle ........................145–146, 148
jump starting ..........................174
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................52
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...........38, 40
Tilt steering wheel ......................52
Tires ...................................103–104
alignment ................................124
care ..........................................122
changing ..........................110–111
checking the pressure ............106inspecting and inflating .........105
label .........................................122
replacing ..........................108, 113
rotating ....................................124
safety practices .......................123
sidewall information ...............118
snow tires and chains ............126
spare tire .................................109
terminology .............................104
tire grades ...............................104
treadwear ........................103, 122
Towing .......................................133
recreational towing .................144
trailer towing ..........................133
wrecker ....................................179
Traction-lok rear axle ...............151
Transmission .............................153
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....153
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................220
fluid, refill capacities ..............226
lubricant specifications ..230, 233
Turn signal ..................................45
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................234
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................236
Vehicle loading ..........................126
Ventilating your vehicle ...........148
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................198
Water, Driving through .............162
Windows
power .........................................56
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