weight FORD E SERIES 2023 Owner's Manual
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Federal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard No. 139. Grades B and Arepresent higher levels ofperformance on the laboratorytest wheel than the minimumrequired by law.
Glossary of Tire Terminology
*Tire label: A label showing theoriginal equipment tire sizes,recommended inflation pressureand the maximum weight thevehicle can carry.
*Tire Identification Number(TIN): A number on the sidewallof each tire providing informationabout the tire brand andmanufacturing plant, tire size anddate of manufacture. Also referredto as DOT code.
*Inflation pressure: A measureof the amount of air in a tire.
*Standard load: A class ofP-metric or Metric tires designedto carry a maximum load at setpressure. For example: ForP-metric tires 35 psi (2.4 bar) andfor Metric tires 36 psi (2.5 bar).Increasing the inflation pressurebeyond this pressure does notincrease the tire’s load carryingcapability.
*Extra load: A class of P-metricor Metric tires designed to carry aheavier maximum load at 42 psi(2.9 bar). Increasing the inflationpressure beyond this pressuredoes not increase the tire’s loadcarrying capability.
*kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit ofair pressure.
*PSI: Pounds per square inch, astandard unit of air pressure.
*Cold tire pressure: The tirepressure when the vehicle hasbeen stationary and out of directsunlight for an hour or more andprior to the vehicle being driven for1.0 mi (1.6 km).
*Recommended inflationpressure: The cold inflationpressure found on the SafetyCompliance Certification Label(affixed to either the door hingepillar, door-latch post, or the dooredge that meets the door-latchpost, next to the driver's seatingposition), or Tire Label located onthe B-pillar or the edge of thedriver's door.
B-pillar: The structural memberat the side of the vehicle behindthe front door.
*Bead area of the tire: Area ofthe tire next to the rim.
* Sidewall of the tire: Areabetween the bead area and thetread.
*Tread area of the tire: Area ofthe perimeter of the tire thatcontacts the road when mountedon the vehicle.
*Rim: The metal support (wheel)for a tire or a tire and tubeassembly upon which the tire
beads are seated.
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Information Contained on theTire Sidewall
Both United States and CanadaFederal regulations require tiremanufacturers to placestandardized information on thesidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies anddescribes the fundamentalcharacteristics of the tire and alsoprovides a U.S. DOT TireIdentification Number for safetystandard certification and in caseof a recall.
Information on P Type Tires
P215/65R15 95H is an example ofa tire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.)
A.P: Indicates a tire, designatedby the Tire and Rim Association,that may be used for service oncars, sport utility vehicles,minivans and light trucks.Note: Ifyour tire size does not begin witha letter this may mean it isdesignated by either the EuropeanTire and Rim TechnicalOrganization or the Japan TireManufacturing Association.
B.215: Indicates the nominalwidth of the tire in millimetersfrom sidewall edge to sidewalledge. In general, the larger thenumber, the wider the tire.
C.65: Indicates the aspect ratiowhich gives the tire's ratio ofheight to width.
D.R: Indicates a radial type tire.
E.15: Indicates the wheel or rimdiameter in inches. If you changeyour wheel size, you have topurchase new tires to match thenew wheel diameter.
F.95: Indicates the tire's loadindex. It is an index that relates tohow much weight a tire can carry.You may find this information inyour owner’s manual. If not,contact a local tire dealer.
Note:You may not find thisinformation on all tires because itis not required by federal law.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
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LOCATING THE VEHICLEIDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The vehicle identification number is on theleft-hand side of the instrument panel.
Note:In the illustration, XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicle identificationnumber.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER OVERVIEW
The vehicle identification number containsthe following information:
World manufacturer identifier.A
Brake system, gross vehicleweight rating, restraint devicesand their locations.
B
Make, vehicle line, series, bodytype.C
Engine or motor type.D
Check digit.E
Model year.F
Assembly plant.G
Production sequence number.H
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For a complete listing of the accessoriesthat are available for your vehicle, pleasecontact your authorized dealer or visit theonline store web site:
Web Address (United States)
www.Accessories.Ford.com
Web Address (Canada)
www.Accessories.Ford.ca
We will repair or replace any properlyauthorized dealer-installed Ford OriginalAccessory found to be defective infactory-supplied materials or workmanshipduring the warranty period, as well as anycomponent damaged by the defectiveaccessories.
We will warrant your Ford OriginalAccessory through the warranty thatprovides the greatest benefit:
•24 months, unlimited mileage.
•The remainder of your new vehiclelimited warranty.
Contact an authorized dealer for detailsand a copy of the warranty.
Ford Licensed Accessories are theaccessory manufacturer's designs. Themanufacturer develops and thereforewarrants Ford Licensed Accessories, anddoes not design or test these accessoriesto Ford Motor Company engineeringrequirements. Contact an authorized Forddealer for the manufacturer’s limitedwarranty details, and request a copy of theFord Licensed Accessories product limitedwarranty from the accessory manufacturer.
For maximum vehicle performance, keepthe following information in mind whenadding accessories or equipment to yourvehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment,passengers and luggage to yourvehicle, do not exceed the total weightcapacity of the vehicle or of the frontor rear axle (GVWR or GAWR asindicated on the Safety ComplianceCertification label). Ask an authorizeddealer for specific weight information.
•The Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and CanadianRadio TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC) regulate the useof mobile communications systemsthat are equipped with radiotransmitters, for example two-wayradios, telephones and theft alarms.Any such equipment installed in yourvehicle should comply with FederalCommunications Commission (FCC)and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission(CRTC) regulations and should beinstalled only by an authorized dealer.
•An authorized dealer needs to installmobile communications systems.Improper installation may harm theoperation of your vehicle, particularlyif the manufacturer did not design themobile communication systemspecifically for automotive use.
•If you or an authorized Ford dealer addany non-Ford electrical or electronicaccessories or components to yourvehicle, you may adversely affectbattery performance and durability. Inaddition, you may also adversely affectthe performance of other electricalsystems in the vehicle.
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AUXILIARY SWITCHES
For maximum vehicle performance, keepthe following information in mind whenadding accessories or equipment to yourvehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment,passengers and luggage to yourvehicle, do not exceed the total weightcapacity of the vehicle or of the frontor rear axle (GVWR or GAWR asindicated on the Safety ComplianceCertification label). Ask an authorizeddealer for specific weight information.
•The Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and CanadianRadio TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC) regulate the useof mobile communications systemsequipped with radio transmitters, forexample, two-way radios, telephonesand theft alarms. Any such equipmentinstalled in your vehicle should complywith Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and CanadianRadio TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC) regulations, andshould be installed by an authorizeddealer.
•An authorized dealer needs to installmobile communications systems.Improper installation may harm theoperation of your vehicle, particularlyif the manufacturer did not design themobile communication systemspecifically for automotive use.
•If you or an authorized Ford dealer addany non-Ford electrical or electronicaccessories or components to yourvehicle, you may adversely affectbattery performance and durability. Inaddition, you may also adversely affectthe performance of other electricalsystems in the vehicle.
The auxiliary switch option packageprovides four switches, mounted in thecenter of the instrument panel. Theseswitches operate when the vehicle isrunning or from battery power, dependingon the switchable PDB fuse locations #82and #83. Ford recommends, however, thatthe engine remain running to maintainbattery charge when using the auxiliaryswitches for extended periods of time orhigher current draws.
When switched on, the auxiliary switchesprovide 20 amps or 40 amps of electricalbattery power for a variety of personal orcommercial uses.
The switches include the fuse and relay kit.This kit contains the required fuses andrelays that an authorized technician needsto install into the power distribution box,located under the hood. Refer to theinstruction sketch included in the kit.Contact an authorized dealer for service.
Each switch includes a power lead (ablunt-cut and sealed wire) located in theunderhood cowl shield above the engineblock powertrain control module.
The power leads are coded as follows:
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Power Seats.....................................................79Power Steering Fluid Check......................174Power Windows..............................................57Pre-Collision Assist......................................120Protecting the Environment........................17PunctureSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................215
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Radio Frequency CertificationLabels............................................................255Cruise Control Module.....................................255Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification...............................................232Rear Passenger Climate Controls............76Rear View Camera.......................................106Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera...................................106Recommended Towing Weights............130Reduced Engine Performance.................138Refueling...........................................................89Remote Control..............................................42Removing a Headlamp...............................178Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............186Replacement PartsRecommendation........................................10Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl............................................................44Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)................................................................151Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only)..............................................................150Resuming the Set Speed..........................108Roadside Assistance....................................141Roadside Emergencies................................141Running-InSee: Breaking-In..................................................139Running Out of Fuel......................................88
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Safety Precautions........................................86Scheduled Maintenance...........................247Seatbelt Extensions......................................34Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................33Seatbelts...........................................................30Principle of Operation........................................30
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime...............................................................33Seats....................................................................77Security..............................................................48Service Data......................................................14Settings Data....................................................15Setting the Cruise Control Speed...........107Sitting in the Correct Position....................77Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains.................................208Spare WheelSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................215Special Notices................................................10Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance...............................................252Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control.............................................107Stability Control............................................104Principle of Operation......................................104Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch.............................................82Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................82Starting and Stopping the Engine...........82General Information............................................82Steering.............................................................119Steering Wheel...............................................49Streaming Bluetooth Audio....................240Sun Visors.........................................................58Supplementary Restraints System.........35Principle of Operation.........................................35Switching Automatic High Beam ControlOn and Off.....................................................55Switching Cruise Control On andOff....................................................................107Symbols Glossary.............................................7
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications............224The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).......................148Tire Care..........................................................190Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........209TiresSee: Wheels and Tires......................................189Towing a Trailer.............................................129
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