check transmission fluid FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS 2009 12.G Owners Manual

STOP ENGINE SAFELY.Displayed when the engine is overheating.
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine. If the
warning stays on followed by an indicator chime or continues to come
on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FUEL LEVEL LOW.Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel
condition.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW.Indicates the brake fluid level is low and
the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer toBrake fluid
in theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
LOW OIL PRESSURE.Displayed when the engine oil pressure is low. If
this warning message is displayed, check the level of the engine oil.
Refer toEngine oilin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for
information about adding engine oil. If the oil level is OK and this
warning persists, shut down the engine immediately and contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
CHECK ENGINE TEMPERATURE.Displayed when the engine
coolant is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn
off the engine and let it cool. Check the coolant and coolant level. Refer
toEngine coolantin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter. If
the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
CHECK TRANS TEMPERATURE.Displayed when the transmission
fluid is overheating. This warning may appear when towing heavy loads
or when driving in a low gear at a high speed for an extended period of
time. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and
let the transmission cool. Refer toTransmission fluidin the
Maintenance and Specificationschapter.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
6.8L V10 engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Power distribution box
5. Air filter assembly
6. Engine oil dipstick
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Power steering fluid reservoir
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
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Parking brake fluid
Check and, if necessary, fill the
parking brake assembly to the
bottom of the filler plug hole (2)
(located on the driver side of the
transmission). Refer to
Maintenance product
specifications and capacitiesin
this chapter for the proper fluid
type.
Note:Do not fill the parking brake
through the vent plug (1) (located
on top of the transmission).
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the
transmission is not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or
shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating
temperature (approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot
weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about
30 minutes to allow fluid to cool to normal operating temperature 150°F
- 170°F (66°C - 77°C) before checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
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4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer toIdentifying components in the engine compartment
in this chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in
the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
Low fluid level
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at the bottom of the dipstick
and the ambient temperature is
above 50°F (10°C).
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating
temperature 150°F-170°F (66°C-77°C) on a level surface. The normal
operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles
(30 km) of driving.
You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is
above 50°F (10°C). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill
condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating
temperature.
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (150°F-170°F
[66°C-77°C]).
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at ambient temperature
(50°F-95°F [10°C-35°C]).
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transmission failure.
An overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .......................58
Air cleaner filter ...............125–127
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................102
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..........................58–59
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive ...................................63
fluid, adding ............................122
fluid, checking ........................122
fluid, refill capacities ..............128
fluid, specification ..................128
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........128
refill capacities ........................128
B
Battery .......................................100
acid, treating emergencies .....100
jumping a disabled battery ......82
maintenance-free ....................100
replacement, specifications ...127
servicing ..................................100
Brakes ..........................................57
anti-lock ...............................58–59
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .............................59
fluid, checking and
adding ..............................120, 122
fluid, refill capacities ..............128
fluid, specifications .................128
lubricant specifications ..........128
shift interlock ............................61
Bulbs ............................................18C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....128
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ................95
wheels ........................................95
Coolant
checking and adding ..............102
refill capacities ................106, 128
specifications ..........................128
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................20
Customer Assistance ..................67
Ford Extended Service Plan ...91
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .......................92
Getting roadside assistance .....67
Getting the service you need ..88
Ordering additional owner’s
literature ...................................93
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program .....................................90
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................17
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................122
engine oil ...................................97
Driving under special
conditions ....................................66
through water ...........................66
E
Electronic message center .........22
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ............................82
Emission control system ..........115
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Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ............59
Load limits ...................................45
Loading instructions ...................49
Lubricant specifications ...........128
Lug nuts ......................................82
M
Message center ...........................22
english/metric button ...............25
system check button ................25
warning messages .....................26
Motorcraft parts ................108, 127
O
Octane rating ............................111
Oil (see Engine oil) ....................97
P
Parking brake ..............................60
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....127
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) .................................72
Power steering
fluid, checking and adding ....119
fluid, refill capacity ................128
fluid, specifications .................128
R
Relays ....................................69, 76
Roadside assistance ....................67
S
Safety defects, reporting ......93–94Servicing your vehicle ................96
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................127, 131
Special notice ................................5
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................128
Speed control ..............................20
Starting your vehicle ............54–56
jump starting ............................82
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................19
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................19
Tires .......................................28–29
alignment ..................................38
care ............................................34
changing ....................................78
checking the pressure ..............33
inflating .....................................30
replacing ..............................36, 80
rotating ......................................38
safety practices .........................37
sidewall information .................39
snow tires and chains ..............44
spare tire ...................................76
terminology ...............................29
tire grades .................................29
treadwear ............................28, 35
Towing .........................................50
trailer towing ............................50
wrecker ......................................86
Transmission ...............................61
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ......61
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................122
fluid, refill capacities ..............128
lubricant specifications ..........128
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