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INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with a
clean and damp white cotton cloth, then with a clean and dry white
cotton cloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner
(ZC-38-A) on the instrument panel and interior trim areas.
•Avoid cleaners or polishes 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.
•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 interior painted
surfaces.
•Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the
finish of the instrument panel, interior trim and cluster lens.
WARNING:Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents
when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid
contamination of the airbag system.
If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrument
panel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows:
1. Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth.
2. Apply Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-11-A) [In
Canada use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101)] to the wiped
area and spread around evenly.
3. Apply more Motorcraft cleaner to a clean, white, cotton cloth and
press the cloth onto the soiled area–allow this to set at room
temperature for 30 minutes.
4. Remove the soaked cloth, and if it is not soiled badly, use this cloth to
clean the area by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds.
5. Following this, wipe area dry with a clean, white, cotton cloth.
INTERIOR
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts:
•Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
•Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54).
•If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first
with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, use
Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101).
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Engine compartment component locations
Refer to the6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplementfor diesel engine component
locations.
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Air filter assembly
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Power distribution box
10. Battery
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•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
protection at the temperatures in which you drive.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped)
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load
and terrain.
How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature
gauge will move to the red (hot)
area.
•The service engine soon
indicator light will illuminate.
•The engine coolant
temperature
indicator light will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine
will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to
increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
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The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by
20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second 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. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer to the scheduled maintenance
guide for the service interval
schedules.
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.
FULL COLD
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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.
WARNING:For E-350 and E-450 vehicles with the Hydro-Boost
Brake System, do not press the brake pedal after the engine has
been turned off. Pressing the brake pedal after the engine has been
turned off will give a false power steering fluid level reading.
5. Recheck the fluid level on the dipstick. Do not add fluid if the level is
between the arrows in the FULL COLD range.
6. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the FULL COLD range. Be sure to put the
dipstick back in the reservoir. Refer toMaintenance product
specifications and capacitiesin this chapter for the proper fluid type.
BRAKE FLUID
•E-150/E-350 Single Rear Wheel
•E-350/E-450 Dual Rear Wheel
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Engine oil 6.0 quarts (5.7L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor Oil
(Canada)
2
XO-5W20-QSP (US)
CXO-5W20- LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A with API
Certification Mark
Engine oil-diesel
engineRefer to the6.0L and 6.4L Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplement.
Power steering
fluidKeep in FULL
range on dipstickMotorcraft
MERCONVATFXT-5-QM /
MERCONV
Automatic
transmission fluid
(4R75E)13.9 quarts
(13.1L)
3
Motorcraft
MERCONLV AT F
4
XT-10-QLV /
MERCONLV
Automatic
transmission fluid
TorqShift
(5–speed)18.8 quarts
(17.7L)
3
Motorcraft
MERCONLV AT F
4
XT-10-QLV /
MERCONLV
Limited Slip axle
fluid
M60 (M248)
E-350 with 4.10
axle ratio5.9 pints (2.8L)
5,7
SAE 75W-140 Synthetic
Rear Axle Lubricant
6
XY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
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K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................78
Keys .............................................88
positions of the ignition .........190
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................51
daytime running light ...............45
headlamps .................................45
headlamps, flash to pass ..........46
instrument panel, dimming .....46
interior lamps ...........................49
replacing bulbs .........................52
LATCH anchors .........................124
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........196
Load limits .................................167
Loading instructions .................173
Locks
autolock .....................................78
doors ..........................................78
Lubricant specifications ...........303
Lug nuts ....................................241
Lumbar support, seats ...............92
M
Message center ...........................69
warning messages .....................74
Mirrors ...................................63–64
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................63
fold away ...................................65
side view mirrors (power) .......64Motorcraft parts ........264, 281, 302
N
Navigation system .......................41
O
Octane rating ............................286
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................269
P
Parking brake ............................196
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....302
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................228
Power door locks ........................78
Power mirrors .............................64
Power point .................................61
Power steering ..........................203
fluid, checking and adding ....294
fluid, refill capacity ................303
fluid, specifications .................303
Power Windows ...........................62
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................203
R
Radio ................................20, 22, 27
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................119
Relays ........................................225
Remote entry system .................82
illuminated entry ......................86
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locking/unlocking
doors ..............................78, 83–84
panic alarm ...............................84
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................85
replacing the batteries .............84
Reverse camera .........................217
Reverse sensing system ...........214
Roadside assistance ..................221
Roll stability control .................198
S
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) .......98–102
Safety defects, reporting ..........257
Safety restraints ..................98–102
Belt-Minder...........................103
extension assembly ................107
for adults ...........................99–101
for children .............................117
warning light and chime ........103
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................124
Safety seats for children ..........121
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................311
Satellite Radio Information ........38
Seats ............................................90
child safety seats ....................121
front seats .................................91
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ....................................86, 88
Servicing your vehicle ..............265
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................23
AM/FM stereo ...........................21AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................28
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........235
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................302, 310
Special notice ................................8
ambulance conversions ..............8
diesel-powered vehicles .............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................303
Speed control ..............................66
Stability system .........................198
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......192
Starting your vehicle ........190–192
jump starting ..........................242
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................58
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...........42, 44
Tilt steering wheel ......................58
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....156
Tires ...........................138–139, 232
alignment ................................148
care ..........................................144
changing ..................232, 235–237
checking the pressure ............143
inflating ...................................140
label .........................................155
replacing ..........................146, 237
rotating ....................................148
safety practices .......................147
sidewall information ...............150
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