FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS 2006 11.G Repair Manual

the vehicle speed when descending a hill, without the accelerator pedal
being pressed. The amount of downshift braking provided will vary based
upon the amount the brake pedal is depressed.
Grade braking downshifts occur automatically when:
•positive vehicle acceleration (natural acceleration from driving on a
decline) is sensed.
•nearly all pressure is released from the accelerator pedal.
•a minimum amount of time has expired since the last grade braking
downshift.
Grade braking downshift mode is immediately exited if the Tow/Haul
mode is deactivated or if the accelerator pedal is depressed beyond a
minimum threshold.
To deactivate the Tow/Haul feature and return to normal driving mode,
press the button on the end of the gearshift lever. The TOW HAUL light
will no longer be illuminated.
When you shut-off and restart the engine, the transmission will
automatically return to normal D (Overdrive) mode (Tow/Haul OFF).
Do not use the Tow/Haul feature when driving in icy or slippery
conditions as the increased engine braking can cause the rear
wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss
of vehicle control.
3 (Third)
Transmission operates up to third gear only.
Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)
provides engine braking.
2 (Second)
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.
1 (First)
•Provides maximum engine braking.
•Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.
•The transmission will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; it
will downshift to a lower gear and then shift into 1 (First) when the
vehicle reaches slower speeds.
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Forced downshifts
•Allowed in D (Overdrive) with the Tow/Haul feature on or off.
•Depress the accelerator to the floor.
•Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by
shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a
steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the
transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Do not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth is
unknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition
system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your
engine’s air intake and severely damage your engine.
If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the
hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars).
Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop
the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by
moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake
pedal.
Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is
submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause
internal transmission damage. Have the fluid checked and, if
water is found, replace the fluid.
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GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
To fully assist if you should have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company
offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is
separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available:
•24–hours, seven days a week
•for the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period of three years or
36,000 miles (60,000 km), whichever occurs first.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery (fuel cost is the customer’s responsibility)
•towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearest Ford Motor Company
dealership, or authorized repair location
Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for
information on:
•coverage period
•exact fuel amounts
•towing of your disabled vehicle
USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Customers in the U.S. and Canada who require roadside assistance, may
contact 1–800–444–3311.
HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL
Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown,
approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the
ignition is off.
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•The hazard lights control is
located on top of the steering
column.
•Depress hazard lights control to
activate the hazard flashers.
•Depress control again to turn the
flashers off.
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine
when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.
After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switch
may have been activated.
The fuel pump shut-off switch is
located between the parking brake
pedal and the brake pedal on the
brake pedal housing.
Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch.
1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by
pushing in on the reset button.
4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds and
return the key to the OFF position.
5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system.
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FUSES AND RELAYS
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
COLOR
Fuse
ratingMini
fusesStandard
fusesMaxi
fusesCartridge
maxi
fusesFuse link
cartridge
2A Grey Grey — — —
3A Violet Violet — — —
4A Pink Pink — — —
5A Tan Tan — — —
7.5A Brown Brown — — —
10A Red Red — — —
15A Blue Blue — — —
20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue
25A Natural Natural — — —
30A Green Green Green Pink Pink
40A — — Orange Green Green
50A — — Red Red Red
60A — — Blue — Yellow
70A — — Tan — Brown
80A — — Natural — Black
Passenger compartment fuse panel
The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by
the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses.
To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel
cover.
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The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 20A Turn signal relay coil, Turn
indicators, Body builder rear
turn/stop feeds
2 — Not used
3 — Not used
4 10A Instrument panel cluster
5 10A Body builder accessory feed
(accessory and run)
6 — Not used
7 15A Blower motor relay coil
8 — Not used
1234
5
7
689101142
43
44 13 12 14
15 16 17
19 18
2021 22 23
25 24
26 27 28 29
31 30 32 33 3435
37
3638 3940
41
RELAY 1RELAY 2 RELAY 3 RELAY 4 RELAY 5
RELAY 7 RELAY 8 RELAY 9 RELAY 10 RELAY 6
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
9 20A Stoplamps: Trailer tow Electric
Brake controller feed, Body
builder rear turn/stop feeds, Body
builder stop lamp feed, Trailer
turn/stop fuse feeds
10 10A Instrument cluster memory,
Power brake assist lamp*
11 30A Wiper/Washer module, Wiper feed
12 — Not used
13 10A ABS module
14 10A Warning chime module, Power
brake assist module*, Instrument
cluster power, Instrument cluster
warning lamps, Transmission
control switch
15 15A Left turn signal feed
16 20A Body builder battery (+12V) feed
17 5A Body builder radio feed
18 — Not used
19 5A DRL relays
20 — Not used
21 15A Right turn signal feed
22 20A Trailer tow turn signals
23 10A Cluster run/start
24 — Not used
25 10A Right-hand low beam headlamp
feed
26 10A Speed control module, Brake shift
interlock actuator
27 2A Brake pressure switch/Speed
control
28 — Not used
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
29 — Not used
30 — Not used
31 10A Left-hand low beam headlamp
feed
32 10A Backup lamp feed
33 10A Reverse lamps
34 10A Trailer tow reverse lamps
35 20A Body builder high beam feed,
High beam indicator, DRL
36 — Not used
37 — Not used
38 10A Body builder accessory feed (run
only)
39 — Not used
40 — Not used
41 10A Instrument illumination
42 — Not used
43 — Not used
44 — Not used
Relay 1 — Left turn signal
Relay 2 — Right turn signal
Relay 3 — Trailer tow left turn signal
Relay 4 — Trailer tow right turn signal
Relay 5 — Not used
Relay 6 — DRL, Parking brake
Relay 7 — DRL on/off
Relay 8 — Not used
Relay 9 — Not used
Relay 10 — Not used
*Vehicles with Hydromax brake assist only
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Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current
fuses.
To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to
the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or
refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
19 29
18 28
17 27
16 26
15 25
14 24
13
11 12
910
78
56
34
1223
22
21
20
6
5
4
3
2
1DIODE2
DIODE1
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
1 5A* Power brake assist module***
2 10A* A/C system
3 20A* Transmission, Vapor Management
Valve (VMV) solenoid, Heated
exhaust gas oxygen (HEGO)
sensors
4 5A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
memory
5 20A* PCM power, Fuel pump relay coil,
Fuel injectors, Mass Air Flow
(MAF) sensor with IAT, A/C
system relay coil
6 20A* Parklamp feeds, Instrument panel
fuse #41, Warning chime module,
Trailer tow running lamp relay
coil, I/P dimmer module
7 10A* Starter relay coil, BB neutral
sense
8 10A* Stoplamp switch (logic): Power
brake assist module***, Speed
control module, PCM, Anti-lock
Brake System (ABS) module,
Brake shift interlock actuator
9 — Not used
10 20A* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
11 30A* Ignition coils, Radio capacitors #1
and #2, PCM relay
12 25A* Trailer tow running lamps feed,
Trailer tow back-up lamps feed, IP
- backup lamp feed
13 30A** Trailer tow electric brake
controller feed
14 60A** IP battery feed (fuse #9, 15, 21)
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