check engine light FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS 1997 10.G User Guide

113
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[MC18300( ALL)01/96]
Power Steering Fluid
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[MC18350( ALL)01/96]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at
least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[MC18400( ALL)01/96]
To check the level of your power steering fluid:
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[MC18450( ALL)01/96]
1. Start the engine and let it run until the
power steering fluid reaches normal
operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will be at the right temperature when
the engine coolant temperature gauge in the
instrument cluster is near the center of the
NORMAL operating temperature range.
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[MC18500( ALL)01/96]
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel back and forth several times. Make
sure that the cap assembly is installed at this
time.
[MC18600( M)01/96]
3. Then turn the engine off and do not press
the brake pedal.
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[MC18650( ALL)01/96]
4. Check the fluid level on the dipstick (which
is highlighted in yellow in your vehicle). The
fluid level should be between the arrows in
the FULL HOT range, which is marked on
the side of the dipstick, opposite the side
marked FULL COLD. Do not add fluid if the
level is within the FULL HOT range.
File:11ltmcm.ex
Update:Fri Dec 13 11:24:54 1996

Severe Duty Schedule 175
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[BK52401( ALL)01/95]
15,000 MILES (25,000 Kilometers)
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[BK52501( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK52550( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.
*
[BK52601( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
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[BK52801( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
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[BK53001( ALL)08/95]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
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[BK53030( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
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[BK53035( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
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[BK53050( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK53101( ALL)01/95]
18,000 MILES (30,000 Kilometers)
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[BK53201( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK53501( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK53601( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
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[BK53610( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Severe Duty Schedule 183
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[BK62850( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
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[BK62900( ALL)08/95]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
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[BK63050( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK63100( ALL)01/95]
57,000 MILES (95,000 Kilometers)
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[BK63200( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK63250( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK63300( ALL)01/95]
60,000 MILES (100,000 Kilometers)
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[BK63400( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK63500( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.
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[BK63700( ALL)08/95]
q
Replace air cleaner filter every 30,000 miles
(50,000 km) or 30 months. If operating in dusty
conditions consult your dealer and/or follow severe
duty maintenance schedule. (1)
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[BK63800( ALL)04/93]
q
Replace crankcase emission air filter. If operating
in dusty conditions consult your dealer and/or
follow severe duty maintenance schedule.(1)
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

184 Severe Duty Schedule
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[BK63900( ALL)08/95]
q
Replace PCV valve. (7)
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[BK64000( ALL)06/94]
q
Check thermactor hoses and clamps.
(Recommended, not required.)
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[BK64125( ALL)04/95]
q
Replace spark plugs (Gasoline engines only).
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[BK64200( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
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[BK64400( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK64500( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK64550( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
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[BK64600( ALL)08/95]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
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[BK64900( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
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[BK65100( ALL)08/95]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
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[BK65400( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings. (2)
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[BK65500( ALL)08/95]
q
Inspect parking brake system for damage and
operation.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Severe Duty Schedule 185
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[BK66030( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
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[BK66035( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
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[BK66050( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK66100( ALL)01/95]
63,000 MILES (105,000 Kilometers)
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[BK66200( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK66350( ALL)10/95]
q
Change automatic transmission fluid.
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[BK66550( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK66600( ALL)01/95]
66,000 MILES (110,000 Kilometers)
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[BK66700( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK66900( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK67000( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK67050( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

190 Severe Duty Schedule
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[BK71800( ALL)01/95]
90,000 MILES (150,000 Kilometers)
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[BK71900( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK72000( ALL)08/95]
q
Replace air cleaner filter every 30,000 miles
(50,000 km) or 30 months. If operating in dusty
conditions consult your dealer and/or follow severe
duty maintenance schedule. (1)
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[BK72150( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.
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[BK72175( ALL)08/95]
q
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
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[BK72195( ALL)04/93]
q
Replace crankcase emission air filter. If operating
in dusty conditions consult your dealer and/or
follow severe duty maintenance schedule.
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[BK72400( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK72500( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
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[BK72550( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
*
[BK72600( ALL)08/95]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
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[BK72800( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Severe Duty Schedule 193
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[BK76250( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
*
[BK76300( ALL)08/95]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
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[BK76450( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK76500( ALL)01/95]
105,000 MILES (175,000 Kilometers)
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[BK76600( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK76650( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.
*
[BK76700( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
*
[BK76750( ALL)10/95]
q
Change automatic transmission fluid.
*
[BK76900( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
*
[BK77100( ALL)08/95]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
*
[BK77130( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK77135( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
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[BK77150( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

196 Severe Duty Schedule
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[BK79600( ALL)01/95]
120,000 MILES (200,000 Kilometers)
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[BK79700( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK79800( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.
*
[BK79900( ALL)08/95]
q
Replace air cleaner filter every 30,000 miles
(50,000 km) or 30 months. If operating in dusty
conditions consult your dealer and/or follow severe
duty maintenance schedule. (1)
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[BK80100( ALL)04/95]
q
Replace spark plugs (Gasoline engines only).
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[BK80300( ALL)04/93]
q
Replace crankcase emission air filter. If operating
in dusty conditions consult your dealer and/or
follow severe duty maintenance schedule.
*
[BK80400( ALL)07/95]
q
Replace PCV valve.
*
[BK80500( ALL)06/94]
q
Check thermactor hoses and clamps.
(Recommended, not required.)
*
[BK80600( ALL)08/95]
q
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
*
[BK81000( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK81100( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK81150( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
*
[BK81200( ALL)08/95]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Owner Maintenance Checks 199
Owner Maintenance
Checks
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[BK82700( ALL)09/95]
The following lists are vehicle checks and
inspections that should be performed by the
owner or qualified service technician at the
frequencies indicated to help ensure safe,
dependable operation of your vehicle.
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[BK82800( ALL)01/95]
Any adverse conditions should be brought to the
attention of your dealer or qualified service
technician for service advice as soon as possible.
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[BK82900( ALL)01/95]
These Owner Maintenance Checks are generally
not covered by warranties and you may be
charged for labor, parts and lubricants used.
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[BK83000( ALL)01/95]
When You Stop for Fuel:
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[BK83100( ALL)01/95]
q
Check the engine oil level.
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[BK83200( ALL)01/95]
q
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
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[BK83300( ALL)01/95]
q
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
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[BK83400( ALL)01/95]
While Operating Your Vehicle:
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[BK83500( ALL)01/95]
q
Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust
or any smell of exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
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[BK83600( ALL)04/93]
q
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel.
Notice any increased steering effort or
looseness in the steering wheel, or change in
its straight ahead position.
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[BK83700( ALL)04/93]
q
Notice if your vehicleconstantly turns
slightlyor ªpullsº to one side when traveling
on smooth, level road.
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[BK83800( ALL)01/95]
q
When stopping, listen and check for strange
sounds,pulling to one side, increased brake
pedal travel or ªhard to pushº brake pedal.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Index 203
Index
A
Accessory position on the ignition . . . 23±24
Additives, engine oil.......... 101
Air cleaner filter, specifications...... 147
Alcohol, in fuel............. 130
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 107
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description............... 45
see also Brake............. 45
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) . . 159
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . 155±156
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)..... 22
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive . . . 50, 53
fluid, adding............. 118
fluid, checking............ 117
fluid, refill capacities......... 148
fluid, specification.......... 149
Axle
lubricant specifications........ 149
refill capacities............ 148
B
Backing up................ 53
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery................. 119
acid, treating emergencies...... 93,120
charging system warning light...... 14
disconnecting.............. 96
how to service............ 119
jumping a disabled battery....... 92
maintenance-free........... 119
File:ltixm.ex
Update:Fri Dec 13 11:25:54 1996