FORD F-53 2019 Owners Manual

Tire Rotation
Note:If your tires show unevenwear ask an authorized dealer tocheck for and correct any wheelmisalignment, tire imbalance ormechanical problem involvedbefore tire rotation.
Note:Your vehicle may beequipped with a dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly. Adissimilar spare wheel and tireassembly is defined as a sparewheel and tire assembly that isdifferent in brand, size orappearance from the road tires andwheels. If you have a dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly it isintended for temporary use onlyand should not be used in a tirerotation.
Note:After having your tiresrotated, inflation pressure must bechecked and adjusted to thevehicle requirements.
Rotating your tires at therecommended interval (asindicated in the ScheduledMaintenance chapter) will helpyour tires wear more evenly,providing better tire performanceand longer tire life.
Dual rear wheel drive vehicle - sixtire rotation
If your vehicle is equipped withdual rear wheels it isrecommended that the front andrear tires (in pairs) be rotated onlyside to side. We do notrecommend splitting up the dualrear wheels. Rotate them side toside as a set. After tire rotation,inflation pressures must beadjusted for the tires newpositions in accordance withvehicle requirements.
Sometimes irregular tire wear canbe corrected by rotating the tires.
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USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING: Snow tires must bethe same size, load index, and speedrating as those originally provided byFord. Use of any tire or wheel notrecommended by Ford can affect thesafety and performance of your vehicle,which could result in an increased risk ofloss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,personal injury, and death. Additionally,the use of non-recommended tires andwheels could cause steering, suspension,axle, transfer case, or power transfer unitfailure. It is also strongly advised tofollow the Ford recommended tireinflation pressure found on the SafetyCompliance Certification Label (affixedto either the door hinge pillar, door-latchpost, or the door edge that meets thedoor-latch post, next to the driver’sseating position), or Tire Label which islocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of thedriver door. Failure to follow the tirepressure recommendations can causeuneven treadwear patterns andadversely affect the way your vehiclehandles.
The tires on your vehicle have all-weathertreads to provide traction in rain and snow.However, in some climates, you may needto use snow tires and cables. If you needto use cables, it is recommended that steelwheels (of the same size andspecifications) be used, as cables may chipaluminum wheels.
Note:The suspension insulation andbumpers help prevent vehicle damage. Donot remove these components from yourvehicle when using snow tires and chains.
Follow these guidelines when using snowtires and chains:
•If possible, avoid fully loading yourvehicle.
•Use only SAE Class S chains.
•Install chains securely, verifying thatthe chains do not touch any wiring,brake lines or fuel lines.
•Drive cautiously. If you hear the chainsrub or bang against your vehicle, stopand retighten the chains. If this doesnot work, remove the chains to preventdamage to your vehicle.
•Remove the tire chains when they areno longer needed. Do not use tirechains on dry roads.
If you have any questions regarding snowchains or cables, please contact yourauthorized dealer.
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
If you get a flat tire while driving, do notapply the brake heavily. Instead, graduallydecrease your speed. Hold the steeringwheel firmly and slowly move to a safeplace on the side of the road.
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and TireAssembly Information
WARNING: Failure to follow theseguidelines could result in an increasedrisk of loss of vehicle control, injury ordeath.
If you have a dissimilar spare wheel andtire, then it is intended for temporary useonly. This means that if you need to use it,you should replace it as soon as possiblewith a road wheel and tire assembly thatis the same size and type as the road tiresand wheels that were originally providedby Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheelis damaged, it should be replaced ratherthan repaired.
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A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assemblyis defined as a spare wheel and tireassembly that is different in brand, size orappearance from the road tires and wheelsand can be one of three types:
1.T-type mini-spare: This spare tirebegins with the letter T for tire size andmay have Temporary Use Only molded inthe sidewall.
2.Full-size dissimilar spare with labelon wheel: This spare tire has a label onthe wheel that states: THIS WHEEL ANDTIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USEONLY.
When driving with one of the dissimilarspare tires listed above, do not:
•Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
•Load the vehicle beyond maximumvehicle load rating listed on the SafetyCompliance Label.
•Tow a trailer.
•Use snow chains on the end of thevehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.
•Use more than one dissimilar spare tireat a time.
•Use commercial car washingequipment.
•Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tireslisted above at any one wheel location canlead to impairment of the following:
•Handling, stability and brakingperformance.
•Comfort and noise.
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
•Winter weather driving capability.
•Wet weather driving capability.
•All-wheel driving capability.
3.Full-size dissimilar spare withoutlabel on wheel
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
•Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).
•Use more than one dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly at a time.
•Use commercial car washingequipment.
•Use snow chains on the end of thevehicle with the dissimilar spare wheeland tire assembly.
The usage of a full-size dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly can lead toimpairment of the following:
•Handling, stability and brakingperformance.
•Comfort and noise.
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
•Winter weather driving capability.
•Wet weather driving capability.
•All-wheel driving capability.
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly additionalcaution should be given to:
•Towing a trailer.
•Driving vehicles equipped with acamper body.
•Driving vehicles with a load on thecargo rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-sizedissimilar spare wheel and tire assemblyand seek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure
WARNING: When one of the frontwheels is off the ground, thetransmission alone will not prevent thevehicle from moving or slipping off thejack, even if the transmission is in park(P).
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WARNING: To help prevent thevehicle from moving when you changea tire, be sure to place the transmissionin park (P), set the parking brake andblock (in both directions) the wheel thatis diagonally opposite (other side andend of the vehicle) to the tire beingchanged.
WARNING: Never get underneatha vehicle that is supported only by a jack.If the vehicle slips off the jack, you orsomeone else could be seriously injured.
WARNING: Do not attempt tochange a tire on the side of the vehicleclose to moving traffic. Pull far enoughoff the road to avoid the danger of beinghit when operating the jack or changingthe wheel.
WARNING: Always use the jackprovided as original equipment with yourvehicle. If using a jack other than the oneprovided as original equipment with yourvehicle, make sure the jack capacity isadequate for the vehicle weight,including any vehicle cargo ormodifications.
1.Park on a level surface, set the parkingbrake and activate the hazard flashers.
2.Place the transmission in park (P) andturn the engine off.
3.Block the diagonally opposite wheel.The parking brake is on thetransmission. Therefore, the vehicle willnot be prevented from moving when arear wheel is lifted, even if the parkingbrake is applied. Be sure to block bothdirections of the wheel that isdiagonally opposite to the wheel thatis being lifted.
4.Remove the spare tire and jack fromthe storage location.
5.Loosen the wheel nut by pulling up onthe handle of the lug nut wrench aboutone-half turn (counterclockwise). Donot remove the wheel lug nuts until youraise the tire off the ground.
6.Position the jack to raise the front orrear wheel. Raise the vehicle with thejack applied to the axle(s).
Note:Never use the rear differential as ajacking point.
7.Raise the vehicle until the wheel iscompletely off the ground.
8.Remove the lug nuts with the lug nutwrench.
9.Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
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10.Use the lug nut wrench to screw thelug nut snugly against the wheel.
11.Lower the vehicle.
12.Remove the jack and fully tighten thelug nuts in the order shown. SeeTechnical Specifications (page133).
8-lug nut wheel
10-lug nut wheel
13. Replace any wheel trim.
14. Stow the jack, handle and lug wrench.
15. Unblock the wheels.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
WARNING: When you install a wheel, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreignmaterials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheelhub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure to secure any fastenersthat attach the rotor to the hub so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces ofthe wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheelmounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off whileyour vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of vehicle control, personal injury or death.
Ib-ft (Nm)*Bolt size
150 (200)M14 x 1.5(19.5 inch wheels)
450 (610)M22 x 1.5(22.5 inch wheels)
*Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Fordrecommended replacement fasteners.
On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels, retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specifiedtorque at 100 miles (160 kilometers), and again at 500 miles (800 kilometers) of newvehicle operation and after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flattire, wheel removal).
On all two-piece flat wheel nuts, apply one drop of motor oil between the flat washerand the nut. Do not apply motor oil to the wheel nut threads or the wheel stud threads.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
6.8L EngineEngine
415 in³ (6,800 cm³)Displacement
1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9Firing order
Coil on plugIgnition system
0.039 in (1 mm) - 0.043 in (1.1 mm)Spark plug gap
9.2:1Compression ratio
Drivebelt Routing
Engines with Air Conditioning
Engines without Air Conditioning
MOTORCRAFT PARTS
Motorcraft Part numberComponent
FA-1782Air filter element
BH-31-XTBattery (F-53 stripped chassis and F-59step van ramp prep package)
BH-31-XTBattery (F-59 step van)
FL-820-SOil filter
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Motorcraft Part numberComponent
SP-509Spark plugs
FT-187Transmission fluid filter
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or atfordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford MotorCompany’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts mayimpact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for anydamage related to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performancespecification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace spark plugs at theappropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 145).
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The vehicle identification number is on theback of the steering member at one of thefollowing locations.
Note:The body builder will include anadditional VIN tag that could be on thedriver side of the dash, the A pillar, or in thearea of the driver door.
Motorhome Chassis
Commercial Chassis
If you ever find it necessary tocommunicate with Ford Motor Companyabout your vehicle, always include the VINin your communication. The VehicleIdentification Number (VIN) contains thefollowing information:
World manufacturer identifierA
Brake system, Gross VehicleWeight Rating, Restraint Devicesand their locations
B
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Make, vehicle line, series, bodytypeC
Engine typeD
Check digitE
Model yearF
Assembly plantG
Production sequence numberH
VEHICLE CERTIFICATION
LABEL
The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations require that aSafety Compliance Certification Label beaffixed to a vehicle and prescribe wherethe Safety Compliance Certification Labelmay be located. The Safety ComplianceCertification Label shall be affixed to eitherthe door hinge pillar, the door latch post,or the edge of the door near the door latch,next to the driver's seating position.
TRANSMISSION CODE
DESIGNATION
The transmission code is on the SafetyCompliance Certification Label. Thefollowing table shows the transmissioncode along with the transmissiondescription.
CodeDescription
PSix Speed Automatic Transmission (6R140)
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