FORD E SERIES 2003 4.G Owners Manual

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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.
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•On the certification label. This
label is required by the National
Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and is made of
special material. If it is tampered
with, it will be destroyed or a
destruction pattern will appear.
Certification label for incomplete vehicles
On completed derivations of incomplete vehicles, the certification label is
affixed at a location determined by a subsequent stage manufacturer of
the completed vehicle. In these cases the completed vehicle is
manufactured in two or more stages by two or more separate
manufacturers.
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FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury 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 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 20,000 km (12,000 miles) (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 60,000 km (36,000
miles) (whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a
copy of the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
Vehicle Security
Styled wheel locks
Vehicle security systems
Comfort and convenience
Engine block heaters
Remote start
Tire step
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Travel equipment
Auto head lamps with DRL
Bicycle rack
Cell phone holder
Console (Engine cover)
Daytime running lights (DRL)
First aid and highway kits
Fog lights
Hitch mount bicycle carrier
Inside mirror, electrochromic with compass (with and without
temperature display)
Removable roof rack
Running boards—Aluminum and Platinum elliptical
Speed control
Tailgate table
TracRac
Trailer hitch (Class III)
Trailer hitch bars and balls
Trailer hitch wiring adaptor
Protection and appearance equipment
Air bag anti-theft locks
Battery warmer
Carpet floor mats
Cleaners, waxes and polishes
Door edge guards
Flat splash guards
Front end covers (full)
Hood deflector
Rear step bumpers
Side window air deflectors
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
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•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
compliance certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight
information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems - such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use or are not properly installed. When operated, such systems may
cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be
damaged or operate improperly. In addition, such systems may be
damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your
vehicle. (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door openers and
other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily
affect your vehicle’s operation.)
•Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage
that may result from the use of such equipment.
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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
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wiper blades ............................172
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......50, 52
Compass, electronic ....................63
calibration .................................64
set zone adjustment .................64
Console
overhead ....................................62
Controls
power seat .................................76
Coolant
checking and adding ..............187
refill capacities ................191, 213
specifications ..................217, 220
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................67
Customer Assistance ................137
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................174
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................163
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............167
Getting roadside assistance ...137
Getting the service you
need .........................................161
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................168
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................164
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................166
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................53Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................204
engine oil .................................179
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........217
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................204
Driving under special
conditions ..................................121
through water .........................121
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Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................155
Emission control system ..........201
Engine ........................................220
cleaning ...................................171
coolant .....................................187
diesel ...........................................6
fail-safe coolant ......................192
idle speed control ...................182
lubrication specifications ......217,
220
refill capacities ........................213
service points ..........................177
starting after a collision .........139
Engine block heater .................114
Engine oil ..................................179
checking and adding ..............179
dipstick ....................................179
filter, specifications ........181, 212
recommendations ...................181
refill capacities ........................213
specifications ..................217, 220
Exhaust fumes ..........................114
F
Fail safe cooling ........................192
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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
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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
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