washer fluid FORD F-250 2018 Owners Manual

Power Steering Fluid Check
...................350
Washer Fluid Check ...................................
350
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L Diesel ............................................................
351
Fuel Filter - 6.2L/6.8L ................................
352
Changing the 12V Battery ........................
353
Checking the Wiper Blades .....................
355
Changing the Wiper Blades ....................
355
Adjusting the Headlamps ........................
355
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
357
Bulb Specification Chart .........................
360
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.2L/6.8L ........................................................................\
362
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L Diesel ..........................................................
363
Changing the Engine-Mounted and Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Fuel
Filters - 6.7L Diesel .................................
365
Vehicle Care
General Information ..................................
370
Cleaning Products ......................................
370
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
370
Waxing ..............................................................
371
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
372
Cleaning the Exhaust - 6.7L Diesel .......
372
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
373
Cleaning the Interior ...................................
373
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens .......................
375
Cleaning Leather Seats .............................
375
Repairing Minor Paint Damage ..............
377
Cleaning the Wheels ..................................
377
Vehicle Storage ............................................
377
Wheels and Tires
General Information ..................................
380
Tire Care .........................................................
382
Using Snow Chains ...................................
400
Tire Pressure Monitoring System .........
400Changing a Road Wheel
.........................
408
Technical Specifications ..........................
418
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 6.2L ..................
420
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel ......
420
Engine Specifications - 6.8L ....................
421
Motorcraft Parts - 6.2L .............................
422
Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel ................
423
Motorcraft Parts - 6.8L .............................
424
Vehicle Identification Number ...............
425
Vehicle Certification Label ......................
426
Transmission Code Designation ...........
426
Capacities and Specifications - 6.2L ........................................................................\
427
Capacities and Specifications - 6.7L Diesel ...........................................................
432
Capacities and Specifications - 6.8L ........................................................................\
439
Audio System
General Information ..................................
445
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM .....
446
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC ..........................................................
448
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ Touchscreen Display .............................
453
Digital Radio .................................................
454
Satellite Radio .............................................
456
USB Port ........................................................
459
SYNC™
General Information .................................
460
Using Voice Recognition ..........................
462
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone ..........
464
SYNC™ Applications and Services ......
476
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player ........................................................................\
.
481
SYNC™ Troubleshooting ........................
490
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Note:
Fully defrost the windshield before
you switch the windshield wipers on.
Note: Make sure you switch the windshield
wipers off before entering a car wash.
Note: If streaks or smears appear on the
windshield, clean the windshield and the
wiper blades. If that does not resolve the
issue, install new wiper blades.
Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windshield. This may scratch the glass,
damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Always use the
windshield washers before wiping a dry
windshield. •
Rotate away from you for a long wipe
interval.
• Rotate toward you for a short wipe
interval.
Speed Dependent Wipers
When your vehicle speed increases, the
interval between wipes decreases.
AUTOWIPERS (If Equipped)
Note: Fully defrost the windshield before
you switch the windshield wipers on. Note:
Make sure you switch the windshield
wipers off before entering a car wash.
Note: If streaks or smears appear on the
windshield, clean the windshield and the
wiper blades. If that does not resolve the
issue, install new wiper blades.
Note: The courtesy wipe feature turns on
after using the windshield washers to
remove any excess washer fluid and debris.
You can adjust the courtesy wipe settings
in the instrument display.
Wet or winter driving conditions with ice,
snow or salty road mist can cause
inconsistent and unexpected wiping or
smearing. Use the rotary control to adjust the
sensitivity of the autowipers. When you
select low sensitivity, the wipers operate
when the sensor detects a large amount
of water on the windshield. When you
select high sensitivity, the wipers operate
when the sensor detects a small amount
of water on the windshield.
Keep the outside of the windshield clean.
The rain sensor is very sensitive and the
wipers may operate if dirt, mist or insects
hit the windshield.
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In these conditions, you can do the
following:
•
Lower the sensitivity of the autowipers
to reduce the amount of smearing on
the windshield.
• Switch to normal or high-speed wipe.
• Switch autowipers off.
WINDSHIELD WASHERS
Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windshield. This may scratch the glass,
damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Always use the
windshield washer before wiping a dry
windshield.
Note: Do not operate the washers when
the washer reservoir is empty. This may
cause the washer pump to overheat. •
A brief press causes a single wipe
without washer fluid.
• A brief press and hold causes the
wipers to swipe three times with
washer fluid.
• A long press and hold turns on the
wipers and washer fluid for up to 10
seconds.
A wipe occurs a few seconds after washing
to clear any remaining washer fluid. You
can switch this feature on or off in the
information display.
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Windshield washer fluid
reservoir. See Washer Fluid
Check (page 350).
E.
Engine coolant reservoir. See
Engine Coolant Check
(page
338).
F.
Power steering fluid reservoir.
See
Power Steering Fluid
Check (page 350).
G. Engine oil filler cap. See Engine
Oil Check
(page 333).
H.
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine
Oil Dipstick (page 333).
I.
Battery. See
Changing the 12V
Battery (page 353).
J.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 6.7L DIESEL
F-Super Duty Air filter restriction gauge.
See
Changing the Engine Air Filter
(page
363).
A.
Engine compartment fuse box.
See
Fuse Specification Chart
(page 317).
B. Engine oil dipstick.
See Engine
Oil Dipstick (page 333).
C.
Automatic transmission fluid
dipstick.
See Automatic
Transmission Fluid Check
(page
346).
D.
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Engine oil fill. See Engine Oil
Check (page 333).
E.
Brake fluid reservoir.
See Brake
Fluid Check (page 349).
F.
Engine cooling system coolant
reservoir (primary
high-temperature cooling
system).
See Engine Coolant
Check (page 342).
G.
Battery.
See Changing the 12V
Battery (page 353).
H.
Windshield washer fluid
reservoir.
See Washer Fluid
Check (page 350).
I.
Power steering fluid reservoir.
See
Power Steering Fluid
Check (page 350).
J.
Secondary cooling system
coolant reservoir.
See Engine
Coolant Check (page 342).
K. Battery.
See Changing the 12V
Battery (page 353).
L.
Air filter assembly.
See
Changing the Engine Air Filter
(page
363).
M.
Scheduled Maintenance
The recommended scheduled
maintenance services are required because
they are considered essential to the life
and performance of your vehicle. See
Normal Scheduled Maintenance (page
584
).
Use only recommended fuel, lubricants,
fluids and service parts conforming to Ford
specifications. Motorcraft® parts are
designed and built for best performance
in your vehicle. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 432).
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 6.8L
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Air filter. See Changing the
Engine Air Filter (page 362).
A.
Engine compartment fuse box.
See
Fuse Specification Chart
(page 317).
B.
Automatic transmission fluid
dipstick. See
Automatic
Transmission Fluid Check
(page
346).
C.
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine
Oil Dipstick (page 333).
D.
Brake fluid reservoir. See
Brake
Fluid Check (page 349).
E.
Windshield washer fluid
reservoir. See
Washer Fluid
Check (page 350).
F.
Engine coolant reservoir. See
Engine Coolant Check
(page
338).
G. Power steering fluid reservoir.
See
Power Steering Fluid
Check (page 350).
H.
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine
Oil Check
(page 333).
I.
Battery. See
Changing the 12V
Battery (page 353).
J.
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Action and description
Message
Press and hold the OK
button until the instrument
cluster displays the
following message.
Hold OK to
Reset
Reset Successful
When the oil change indic-
ator resets the instrument
cluster displays 100%.
Remaining Life
{00}%
If the instrument cluster
displays one of the following
messages, repeat the
process.
Not Reset
Reset Cancelled
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK -
6.2L/6.8L WARNINGS
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap when the engine is running or
hot.
Do not put coolant in the windshield
washer reservoir. If sprayed on the
windshield, coolant could make it
difficult to see through the windshield. To reduce the risk of personal injury,
make sure the engine is cool before
unscrewing the coolant pressure
relief cap. The cooling system is under
pressure. Steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when you loosen the cap
slightly. Do not add coolant further than the
MAX
mark. When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the coolant at
the intervals listed in the scheduled
maintenance information. See Scheduled
Maintenance
(page 581).
Note: Make sure that the coolant level is
between the
MIN and the MAX marks on
the coolant reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the
MAX mark.
Maintain coolant concentration within
48% to 50%, which equates to a freeze
point between -30°F (-34°C) and -34°F
(-37°C). Coolant concentration should be
checked using a refractometer. We
recommend, Robinair® Coolant and
Battery Refractometer 75240 (Rotunda
tool part number: ROB75240). We do not
recommend the use of hydrometers or
coolant test strips for measuring coolant
concentration.
Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Do not use coolant or
windshield washer fluid outside of its
specified function and vehicle location.
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling
system sealants, or non-specified additives
as they can cause damage to the engine
cooling or heating systems. Resulting
component damage may not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.
Adding Coolant WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap when the engine is running or
hot.
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ENGINE COOLANT CHECK -
6.7L DIESEL
WARNINGS
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap when the engine is running or
hot.
Do not put coolant in the windshield
washer reservoir. If sprayed on the
windshield, coolant could make it
difficult to see through the windshield. To reduce the risk of personal injury,
make sure the engine is cool before
unscrewing the coolant pressure
relief cap. The cooling system is under
pressure. Steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when you loosen the cap
slightly. Do not add coolant further than the
MAX mark.
When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the coolant at
the intervals listed in the scheduled
maintenance information. See Scheduled
Maintenance
(page 581).
Note: Make sure that the coolant level is
between the
MIN and MAX marks on the
coolant reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the
MAX mark.
Maintain coolant concentration within
48% to 50%, which equates to a freeze
point between -30°F (-34°C) and -34°F
(-37°C). Coolant concentration should be
checked using a refractometer. We do not
recommend the use of hydrometers or
coolant test strips for measuring coolant
concentration. Adding Coolant WARNINGS
Do not add engine coolant when the
engine is hot. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal
injury. Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap when the engine is running or
hot.
Note:
Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Do not use coolant or
windshield washer fluid outside of its
specified function and vehicle location.
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling
system sealants, or non-specified additives
as they can cause damage to the engine
cooling or heating systems. Resulting
component damage may not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.
It is very important to use prediluted
coolant approved to the correct
specification in order to avoid plugging the
small passageways in the engine cooling
system. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 432). Do not mix
different colors or types of coolant in your
vehicle. Mixing of engine coolants or using
an incorrect coolant may harm the engine
or cooling system components and may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Note: Coolants marketed for all makes and
models may not be approved to Ford
specifications and may cause damage to
the cooling system. Resulting component
damage may not be covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
If the coolant level is at or below the
minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
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To avoid fluid contamination, the reservoir
cap must remain in place and fully tight,
unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 420).
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Check the power steering fluid. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 581). If
adding fluid is necessary, use only
MERCON LV ATF
Check the fluid level when it is at ambient
temperature.
1. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN and MAX
range. Do not add fluid if the level is
within this range.
2. If the fluid level is low, add fluid to bring
the fluid level up to between the MIN
and MAX range.
3. Switch the engine on. 4.
While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel left and right several times.
5. Switch the engine off.
6. Recheck the fluid level in the reservoir. Do not add fluid if the level is between
the MIN and MAX range.
7. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the
level until it is between the MIN and
MAX range. For proper fluid type, See
Capacities and Specifications (page
420). Be sure to put the cap back on the
reservoir.
WASHER FLUID CHECK WARNING
If you operate your vehicle in
temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use
washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid with
antifreeze protection in cold weather could
result in impaired windshield vision and
increase the risk of injury or accident. Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 420).
State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide
cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle ’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system.
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CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES
You can manually move the wiper arms
when the ignition is off. This allows for ease
of blade replacement and cleaning under
the blades.
1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away
from the glass. 2. Release the wiper blade lock (A) and
separate the wiper blade from the
wiper arm.
3. Install in the reverse order.
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place. Lower the wiper arm and blade
back on the windshield. The wiper arms will
automatically return to their normal position
when you turn the ignition on.
• Replace wiper blades at least once per
year for optimum performance.
• You can improve poor wiper quality by
cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
The headlamps on your vehicle are
properly aimed at the assembly plant. If
your vehicle has been in an accident, the
alignment of your headlamps should be
checked by your authorized dealer.
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