instrument panel FORD E SERIES 2003 4.G User Guide

•Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or
windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they
appear worn or do not function properly.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
•Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of
the air bag system.
•Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the painted surfaces.
INTERIOR TRIM
•Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then dry by wiping
with a dry, soft, clean cloth.
•Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the
finish.
INTERIOR
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts:
•Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
•Remove light stains and soil with Ford Extra Strength Upholstery
Cleaner (E8AZ-19523–AA).
•If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first
with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14).
•Never saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution.
•Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can
stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of
the seat materials.
Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’s
seatbelts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.
Cleaning
173

OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
bottom left corner of the instrument
panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is
located in the center top of the grill.
3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod.
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Engine compartment component locations
Refer to the7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplementfor diesel engine component locations.
HOOD
Maintenance and Specifications
177

Cutaway/commercial stripped chassis models
Dimension Body style
E-250 E-350 E-450
Super DutyE-550
Super Duty
(1) Overall
heightRefer to Body Builder for specifications.
(2) Track
(Front /
Rear)1 763 mm
(69.4 in)/
1 689 mm
(66.5 in)1 763 mm
(69.4 in)/
SRW 1689
mm (66.5
in),
DRW 1 859
mm (73.2 in)1 763 mm
(69.4 in)/
1 973 mm
(77.7 in)1 999 mm
(78.7 in)/
1 970 mm
(77.5 in)
(3) Overall
widthRefer to Body Builder for specifications.
(4)
Wheelbase3 149.6 mm
(124 in)3 505 mm
(138 in)
4 013 mm
(158 in)
4 470 mm
(176 in)4 013 mm
(158 in)
4 470 mm
(176 in)4 051 mm
(159.5 in)
4 508 mm
(177.5 in)
4 864 mm
(191.5 in)
5 321 mm
(209.5 in)
5 930 mm
(233.5 in)
(5) Overall
lengthRefer to Body Builder for specifications.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Complete Ford built vehicles
The vehicle identification number is attached to your vehicle in the
following places:
•On the metal tag attached to the top of the instrument panel on the
driver’s side.
Maintenance and Specifications
222

A
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................91
and child safety seats ..............93
description ................................91
disposal ......................................95
driver air bag ............................93
indicator light ...........................95
operation ...................................93
passenger air bag .....................93
Air cleaner filter ...............206, 212
Ambulance packages ....................6
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................187
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................114–115
Audio system
(see Radio) ................15, 17, 20, 24
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................118
fluid, adding ............................204
fluid, checking ........................204
fluid, refill capacities ..............213
fluid, specification ..................220
Auxiliary power point .................65
Axle
lubricant specifications ..217, 220
refill capacities ........................213
traction lok ..............................116
B
Battery .......................................182
acid, treating emergencies .....182
disconnecting ..........................184
jumping a disabled battery ....155
maintenance-free ....................182
replacement, specifications ...212servicing ..................................182
BeltMinder ...................................86
Brakes ........................................114
anti-lock ...........................114–115
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................114
fluid, checking and adding ....204
fluid, refill capacities ..............213
fluid, specifications .........217, 220
lubricant specifications ..217, 220
parking ....................................115
shift interlock ..........................117
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................55
C
Calculating load ........................124
Capacities for refilling fluids ....213
Cassette tape player ...................24
CD-single premium .........15, 17, 20
Cell phone use ............................65
Child safety restraints ................96
child safety belts ......................96
Child safety seats ........................99
in front seat ............................101
in rear seat ..............................101
tether anchorage hardware ...103
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............171
exterior ....................................174
instrument panel ....................173
interior .....................................173
interior trim ............................173
plastic parts ............................172
washing ....................................170
waxing .....................................170
wheels ......................................171
Index
227

Fluid capacities .........................213
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................116
Fuel ............................................194
calculating fuel economy .......198
cap ...........................................196
capacity ...................................213
choosing the right fuel ...........196
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................201
detergent in fuel .....................197
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................194, 196, 198
filter, specifications ........198, 212
fuel pump shut-off switch .....139
improving fuel economy ........198
octane rating ...................197, 220
quality ......................................197
running out of fuel .................198
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................194
Fuses ..................................140–141
G
Garage door opener ....................63
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............196
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................198
Gauges .........................................13
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................122
calculating ...............................124
definition .................................122
driving with a heavy load ......122
location ....................................122
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................122
calculating .......................122, 124definition .................................122
driving with a heavy load ......122
location ....................................122
H
Headlamps ...................................53
aiming ........................................54
bulb specifications ....................55
daytime running lights .............53
flash to pass ..............................54
high beam .................................53
replacing bulbs ...................56–57
turning on and off ....................53
Heating
heater only system .............50, 52
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................51
Hood ..........................................177
I
Ignition ...............................111, 220
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..99
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................202
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................173
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................54
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......155
K
Keys
positions of the ignition .........111
Index
229

L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................55
cargo lamps ...............................54
daytime running light ...............53
headlamps .................................53
headlamps, flash to pass ..........54
instrument panel, dimming .....54
interior lamps ...........................55
replacing bulbs ...................55–60
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................54
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........114
speed control ............................69
Load limits .................................122
GAWR ......................................122
GVWR ......................................122
trailer towing ..........................122
Loading instructions .................124
Lubricant specifications ...217, 220
Lumbar support, seats ...............76
M
Mirrors
fold away ...................................67
side view mirrors (power) .......66
Motorcraft parts ................198, 212
O
Octane rating ............................197
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................179
P
Parking brake ............................115Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....212
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................144
Power door locks ........................71
Power point .................................65
Power steering ..........................115
fluid, checking and adding ....203
fluid, refill capacity ................213
fluid, specifications .........217, 220
Power Windows ...........................66
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................116
R
Radio ..........................15, 17, 20, 24
Relays ................................140, 147
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ......................74
locking/unlocking doors ...........71
Roadside assistance ..................137
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ........................80, 82–85
Safety defects, reporting ..........169
Safety restraints ..............80, 82–85
belt minder ...............................86
cleaning the safety belts ..........90
extension assembly ..................90
for adults .............................82–84
for children .........................95–96
lap belt ......................................85
warning light and chime ..........86
Safety seats for children ............99
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................................80
Index
230