fuel filter FORD F-53 2019 User Guide

Rear axle fluid change or level check notrequired unless leak is suspected or theassembly has been submerged in water.During long periods of trailer towing withoutside temperatures above 70°F (21°C)and at wide-open throttle for long periodsabove 45 mph (72 km/h), change rear axlefluid every 24,000 mi (38,000 km) or threemonths, whichever comes first.
California fuel filter replacement: If youregister your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company, however,urges you to have all recommendedmaintenance services performed at thespecified intervals and to record all vehicleservice.
Hot climate oil change intervals:Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using anAmerican Petroleum Institute (API)Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certificationmark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normaloil change interval is 5000 miles (8000kilometers).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is3000 miles (4800 kilometers).
Engine air filter and cabin air filterreplacement: The life of the engine airfilter and cabin air filter is dependent onexposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection andreplacement of the engine air filter andcabin air filter.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
RECORD
After the scheduled maintenance servicesare performed, record the Repair Order #,Distance and Engine Hours in the boxesprovided.
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Economical Driving.......................................56Electromagnetic Compatibility...............163Emission Law...................................................34Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance...........35Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem................................................................34Engine Block Heater......................................27Using the Engine Block Heater........................27Engine Coolant Check..................................96Adding Coolant.....................................................97Coolant Change...................................................99Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement..................................................100Fail-Safe Cooling.................................................99Recycled Coolant.................................................98Severe Climates...................................................98Engine Emission Control.............................34Engine Oil Check............................................95Adding Engine Oil.................................................95Engine Oil Dipstick.........................................95Engine Specifications.................................134Drivebelt Routing................................................134Environment.......................................................11Essential Towing Checks.............................53Before Towing a Trailer......................................54Hitches.....................................................................53Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)...........................................55Safety Chains.........................................................53Trailer Brakes.........................................................54Trailer Lamps.........................................................54When Towing a Trailer........................................54Export Unique Options.................................10
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Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................129Ford Credit...........................................................8US Only.......................................................................8Ford Protect....................................................143Ford Protect Extended Service Plan(CANADA ONLY)...........................................144Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)...................................................................143
Fuel and Refueling.........................................29Fuel Consumption..........................................32Advertised Capacity............................................32Fuel Economy........................................................33Fuel Filter.........................................................105Fuel Quality......................................................29Choosing the Right Fuel....................................29Fuses....................................................................71Fuse Specification Chart..............................71Diode and Relay Module...................................83F53 Passenger Compartment FusePanel....................................................................84F53 Power Distribution Box...............................71
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Gauges................................................................16Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..............17Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.................................17Fuel Gauge...............................................................17Speedometer..........................................................17Transmission Fluid TemperatureGauge....................................................................17GearboxSee: Transmission................................................38General Maintenance Information.........145Multi-point Inspection.......................................147Owner Checks and Services...........................146Protecting Your Investment............................145Why Maintain Your Vehicle?..........................145Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?......................................................145Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada............................................................67Getting the Services You Need.................64Away From Home................................................64
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake...............................................42Hazard Flashers.............................................60Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes...............................................................41
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Ignition Switch.................................................25
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