warning lights FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS 1996 10.G Owners Manual

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Table of ContentsIntroductory Information................................ 1
Starting Your Motorhome............................... 9
Warning Lights and Gauges........................ 21
Instrument Panel Controls........................... 33
Steering Column Controls............................ 35
Driving Your Motorhome............................. 47
Roadside Emergencies................................... 79
Customer Assistance...................................... 91
Accessories...................................................... 103
Servicing Your Motorhome........................ 109
Index................................................................ 209
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Starting Your Motorhome
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Ignition
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Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
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The positions of the key in the ignition lock cylinder.
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ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning
lights (except the brake system warning light) to
make sure they work before you start the
engine. The key returns to the ON position once
the engine is started and remains in this position
while the engine runs.
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START cranks the engine. Release the key once
the engine starts so that you do not damage the
starter. The key should return to ON when you
release it. The START position also allows you
to test the brake warning light.
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OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all
accessories without locking the steering wheel or
the automatic transmission gearshift lever.
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LOCK locks the steering wheel. It also locks the
gearshift.
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If your engine cranks but does not start after a
collision or substantial jolt:
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1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
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2. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
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3. If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red
reset button down. If the button is already
set, you may have a different mechanical
problem.
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4. Turn the ignition key to RUN for a few
seconds, then turn it OFF. (Do not start the
engine.)
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5. Check under the vehicle again for leaking
fuel.If you see or smell fuel, do not start
your vehicle again.If you do not see or
smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle
again.
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6. Check all vehicle warning lights before
driving your vehicle.
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Reset button for fuel pump shut-off switch
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Warning Lights and
Gauges
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The instrument panel (dashboard) on your
vehicle is divided into several different sections.
The illustrations on the following pages show
the major parts of the instrument panel that are
described in this chapter. Some items shown
may not be on all vehicles.
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In your vehicle, the warning lights and gauges
are grouped together on the instrument panel.
We call this grouping a cluster. Your vehicle has
a mechanical cluster.
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The Mechanical Cluster
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The following warning lights and gauges are on
the mechanical cluster. All of the warning lights
and gauges alert you to possible problems with
your vehicle. Some of the lights listed are
optional. The following sections detail what each
of these indicators means.
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Brake System Warning Light
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The warning light for the brakes can show two
things Ð that the parking brake is not fully
released, or that the brake fluid level is low in
the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is
low, the brake system should be checked by
your dealer or a qualified service technician.
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This light comes on when you turn the ignition
key to START to verify that the indicator bulb is
working. If the light stays on or comes on after
you have released the parking brake fully, have
the hydraulic brake system serviced.
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RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes
may not be working properly. Have the
brakes checked immediately.
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Brake warning light symbols
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Roadside Emergencies
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Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
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Your vehicle's battery may die if you leave the
lights on or any electrical equipment on after
you turn the engine off. If this happens, you
may be able to jump-start from a booster battery
to start your vehicle.
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RWARNING
The gases around the battery can explode
if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit
cigarettes. An explosion could result in
injury or vehicle damage.
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RWARNING
To protect yourself when charging a
battery, always shield your face and eyes.
Make sure that you can breathe fresh air.
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RWARNING
Applying too much pressure on the ends
when lifting a battery could cause acid to
spill. Lift the battery with a carrier or
with your hands on the opposite corners.
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RWARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns
skin, eyes, and clothing.
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4. Check all battery terminals and remove any
excessive corrosion before you attach the
jumper cables.
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5. Turn on the heater fan in both vehicles.
Turning on the fan helps protect the
electrical system from voltage surges. Turn
off all other switches and lights in both
vehicles to prevent possible damage to either
vehicle's electrical systems.
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Connecting the jumper cables
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1. Connect one end of the first jumper cable to
the positive (+) terminal of the discharged
battery. (You can connect either jumper cable
to the positive (+) terminal, as long as you
use the same cable for both positive
terminals.) Most jumper cables have a red
cable and a black cable. The red cable is
generally used for the positive terminals and
the black for the negative ones.
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2. Connect the other end of the first cable to
the positive (+) terminal of the booster
battery.
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3. Connect one end of the second cable to the
negative (-) terminal of the booster battery
Ð NOT to the discharged battery.
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4. Connect the other end of the second cable to
a good metallic surface on the engine or
frame of the disabled vehicle.
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RWARNING
Do not connect the end of the second
cable to the negative (-) terminal of the
battery to be jumped. A spark may cause
an explosion of the gases that surround
the battery.
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Driveline Universal Joint and
Slip Yoke
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The universal joints that come standard with
your vehicle do require lubrication. Lubrication
will be necessary at the intervals shown in the
Maintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet.
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Brake Fluid
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Your vehicle is equipped with a brake fluid level
indicator in the master cylinder which lights the
BRAKE warning light on the instrument panel
when the brake fluid level is low.
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Under normal circumstances, your vehicle
should not use up brake fluid rapidly. However,
expect the level of the brake fluid to slowly fall
as you put more mileage on your vehicle and
the brake lining wears.
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Check the brake fluid at least once a year. You
can do this by looking at the fluid level in the
plastic reservoir on the master cylinder. The
fluid level should be at or near the MAX mark.
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RWARNING
Brake fluid is toxic.
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If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical
attention if irritation persists. If taken internally,
drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical
attention immediately.
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If the fluid is low, carefully clean and remove
the filler cap from the reservoir. Fill the
reservoir to the MAX line with Ford High
Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AA
or DOT 3 equivalent fluid meeting Ford
specification ESA-M6C25-A.
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216 Index
K
Keys
positions of the ignition......... 9
removing from the ignition....... 10
stuck in lock position.......... 10
L
Lamps
bulb replacement specifications chart . . 156
daytime running light system...... 34
flashing the lamps............ 36
hazard flashers............. 38
headlamps............... 33
high beams............... 36
trailer................. 75
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . . . 35
Lights, warning and indicator
brake................. 23
charging system............. 26
check engine.............. 24
high beam............... 29
overdrive off.............. 49
safety belt............... 24
Load limits, trailer towing.......62±63
Lubricant specifications......... 165
Lug nuts, tightening sequence....... 87
M
Maintenance schedule and record..... 173
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 109
Master cylinder, brakes......... 141
Mileage, calculating fuel economy..... 117
Motorcraft parts............. 164
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220 Index
V
Variable interval wipers.......... 37
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information)
decal................. 160
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).... 5
Vehicle loading.............. 63
Vehicle storage............. 168
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge).... 27
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Warm engine, starting........... 13
Warning lights (see Lights)......... 21
Warranty Information Booklet....... 4
Wheel and tire matching......... 136
Wheel bearings lubricant specifications . . 165
Wheels, inspection and maintenance.... 129
Windshield washer fluid and wipers
operation................ 37
specifications............. 165
variable interval wipers......... 37
Wrecker towing.............. 89
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