check engine FORD E SERIES 2010 4.G Owner's Guide

POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer to the scheduled maintenance
guide for more information.
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.
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.
FULL COLD
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TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the
transmission is not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or
shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating
temperature (approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot
weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about
30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer toIdentifying components in the engine compartment
in this chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in
the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Fuel tank–all regular and
extended length vans and
wagons35.0 gallons
(132.4L)
—— Fuel tank–138 inch wheelbase
(except E-Super Duty)40.0 gallons
(151.0L)
Fuel tank–158 inch wheelbase
(except E-Super Duty)40.0 gallons
(151.0L)
8
Fuel tank–176 inch wheelbase
(except E-Super Duty)40.0 gallons
(151.0L)
8
Fuel tank–158 inch and
176 inch wheelbase (E-Super
Duty)55.0 gallons
(208.0L)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford
specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size, if equipped with an in-tank
cooler, if equipped with an oil to air cooler and if equipped with a remote filter assembly. The amount of transmission fluid and
fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.4Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
LV should only use MERCON
LV fluid. Refer toscheduled maintenance
informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause
transmission damage.5Dana limited-slip axle (M60) requires 8 oz. (228 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford
specification EST-M2C118-A.6If 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.7Fill Dana rear axles to 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14 mm) below bottom of fill hole.8Optional fuel tank 55.0 gallons (208.0L).
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The VIN is located on the driver side instrument panel or on the
certification label. It contains the following information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
Devices and their location
3. Make, vehicle line, series, body
type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
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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A
Accessory delay ..........................65
AdvanceTrac ..............................200
Air cleaner filter ...............303–305
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................102–103
and child safety seats ............104
description ..............................103
disposal ....................................107
driver airbag ............................105
indicator light .........................106
operation .................................105
passenger airbag .....................105
passenger deactivation
switch ......................................108
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................277
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................197–198
Anti-theft system ........................81
arming the system ....................82
Audio system (see Radio) ...29, 31
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................209, 211, 214
fluid, adding ............................298
fluid, checking ........................298
fluid, refill capacities ..............306
fluid, specification ..................306
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................38
Auxiliary power point .................63
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........306
refill capacities ........................306
traction lok ..............................205B
Battery .......................................274
acid, treating emergencies .....274
jumping a disabled battery ....245
maintenance-free ....................274
replacement, specifications ...305
servicing ..................................274
Belt-Minder
...............................98
Blind Spot Spotter Mirror ........221
Booster seats .............................130
Brakes ........................................197
anti-lock ...........................197–198
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................198
fluid, checking and adding ....297
fluid, refill capacities ..............306
fluid, specifications .................306
lubricant specifications ..........306
parking ....................................198
shift interlock ..........................207
trailer .......................................185
Bulbs ............................................55
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....306
Cell phone use ............................10
Changing a tire .........................236
Child safety seats ......................117
in front seat ............................118
in rear seat ..............................118
LATCH .....................................121
recommendations ...................115
tether anchorage hardware ...127
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................130
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............262
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exterior ....................................265
instrument panel ....................264
interior .....................................265
plastic parts ............................263
safety belts ..............................265
washing ....................................260
waxing .....................................261
wheels ......................................261
wiper blades ............................263
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......47–49
Clock adjust
AM/FM Stereo ...........................30
AM/FM/CD .................................32
Compass, electronic ....................24
calibration .................................24
set zone adjustment .................24
Controls
power seat .................................87
steering column ........................69
Coolant
checking and adding ..............277
refill capacities ................280, 306
specifications ..........................306
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................67
Customer Assistance ................224
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................316
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................258
Getting roadside assistance ...224
Getting the service you
need .........................................253
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................258
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................257D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................50
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................298
engine oil .................................271
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................297
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................223
E
Electronic message center .........21
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................245
Emergency Flashers .................225
Emission control system ..........293
Engine ........................................310
cleaning ...................................262
coolant .....................................277
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe cooling .......................281
idle speed control ...................274
lubrication specifications .......306
refill capacities ........................306
service points ..................269–270
starting after a collision .........226
Engine block heater .................195
Engine oil ..................................271
checking and adding ..............271
dipstick ....................................271
filter, specifications ........273, 305
recommendations ...................273
refill capacities ........................306
specifications ..........................306
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K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................72
Keys .............................................83
positions of the ignition .........192
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................56
daytime running light ...............50
headlamps .................................50
headlamps, flash to pass ..........51
instrument panel, dimming .....51
interior lamps ...........................54
replacing bulbs .........................57
LATCH anchors .........................121
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........198
Load limits .................................167
Loading instructions .................174
Locks
autolock .....................................72
doors ..........................................72
Lubricant specifications ...........306
Lug nuts ....................................244
Lumbar support, seats ...............87
M
Message center ...........................21
english/metric button ...............26
warning messages .....................26
Mirrors ...................................65–66
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................65
fold away ...................................67side view mirrors (power) .......66
Motorcraft
parts ..............266, 305
N
Navigation system .......................46
O
Octane rating ............................288
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................271
P
Parking brake ............................198
Parts (see Motorcraft

parts) .........................................305
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................231
Power door locks ........................72
Power mirrors .............................66
Power point .................................63
Power steering ..........................204
fluid, checking and adding ....296
fluid, refill capacity ................306
fluid, specifications .................306
Power Windows ...........................64
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................205
R
Radio ......................................29, 31
Rear-view camera system .........219
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................115
Relays ........................................228
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