headlamp FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS 2013 12.G Owners Manual

LIGHTING CONTROL
A. Off
B. Parking lamps, instrument panel
lamps, license plate lamps and tail
lamps
C. Headlamps
High Beams
Push the lever forward to switch
the high beams on.
Push the lever forward again or pull
the lever toward you to switch the
high beams off.
Headlamp Flasher
Pull the lever toward you slightly
and release it to flash the
headlamps.
P
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INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER
Note:If you disconnect the battery or it becomes discharged, the
dimmer switch will require re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer switch from
the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset.
Note:Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn
on the interior lamps.
Move the control up or down to
adjust the intensity of the panel
lighting.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Always remember to switch your headlamps on in
low light situations or during inclement weather. The system does
not activate the tail lamps and may not provide adequate lighting
during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these
conditions may result in a collision.
The system switches the headlamps on in low light situations.
To switch the system on:
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Switch the lighting control to the off, autolamp or parking lamp
position.
3. Make sure the transmission selector lever is not in position P.
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Brake Reserve System (if equipped)
Illuminates to indicate normal hydromax booster reserve system
activation when the engine is off and the service brake pedal is
applied.
This light may also illuminate momentarily if the engine is running and
the driver turns the steering wheel fully in one direction while braking.
If the light remains on while the engine is running, this indicates
inadequate hydraulic booster pressure or reserve pump system failure.
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and seek service immediately by
your authorized dealer.
Cruise Control (if equipped)
It will illuminate when you switch this feature on.
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard
warning flasher is turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash
faster, check for a burned out bulb.
Electronic Throttle Control
Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a limp-home
operation. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
High Beam
It will illuminate when the headlamp high beam is switched on.
It will flash when you use the headlamp flasher.
Fasten Safety Belt
It will illuminate and a chime will sound to remind you to fasten
your safety belt.
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AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off
(the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
Fail-Safe Cooling Warning Chime
Sounds when the coolant gauge pointer has moved to hot. There are
three stages of chimes:
•Stage 1 is a single chime when the engine temperature begins to
overheat.
•Stage 2 is multiple chimes and engine power becomes limited in order
to help cool the engine.
•Stage 3 is multiple chimes and the engine will shut down.
Key In Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory
position and the driver’s door is opened.
Information Display Chime
Sounds when some warning messages appear in the display for the first
time.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and you drive your
vehicle. If the warning chime remains on after you have released the
parking brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer
immediately.
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IGNITION SWITCH
Note:When you switch the ignition off and leave your vehicle, do not
leave your key in the ignition. This could discharge your vehicle battery.
Note:To switch the engine off when your vehicle is moving, move the
transmission selector lever to positionN.Use the brakes to bring your
vehicle to a safe stop. After your vehicle has stopped, switch the engine
off and move the transmission selector lever to positionP.Turn the key
to position A or C.
A.Accessory:Allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not running.
B.Lock:Locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal.
C.Off:The ignition is off.
D.On:All electrical circuits operational. Warning lamps and indicators
illuminated. This is the key position when driving.
E.Start:Cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
begins cranking.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When you start your engine, the idle speed increases to warm the engine
up. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting your vehicle, check the following:
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have fastened their safety belts.
2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
3. Make sure the parking brake is on.
D
E
C
B
A
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Components
16 60A** Anti-lock brake system module –
Hydromax
40A** Anti-lock brake system module –
Hydroboost
17 20A** Horn feed
18 20A** Transmission control indicator
light, Tow/haul switch, Backup
lamp feed
19 — Not used
20 30A** Powertrain control module relay
coil, Powertrain control module
relay (Power distribution box
fuses#3,5,7,18)
21 20A** Fuel pump motor, Fuel injectors
22 20A** Diagnostic tool connector, Cigar
lighter feed
23 40A** Blower motor feed
24 50A** Instrument panel battery feed
(fuses #4, 10, 16, 22)
25 40A** Ignition switch feed (Instrument
panel fuses #1, 5, 7, 11, 13, 14,
17, 19, 23; Power distribution box
fuses #9, 11)
26 40A** Ignition switch feed (Instrument
panel fuses #5, 11, 17, 23, 26, 38)
27 30A** Multi-function switch (headlamps)
28 30A** Starter solenoid
29 60A** Power brake assist motor –
Hydromax
40A** Anti-lock brake system module –
Hydroboost
R1 — A/C clutch relay
R2 — Fuel pump relay
R3 — Horn relay
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
19 5A Daytime running lamps relays
20 — Not used
21 15A Right turn signal feed
22 20A Trailer tow turn signals
23 10A Cluster run/accessory
24 — Not used
25 10A Body builder right-hand low beam
headlamp feed
26 10A Brake shift interlock actuator
27 — Not used
28 — Not used
29 — Not used
30 — Not used
31 10A Body builder left-hand low beam
headlamp feed
32 — Not used
33 10A Reverse lamps
34 10A Trailer tow reverse lamps, Body
builder reverse gear
35 20A Body builder high beam feed,
High beam indicator, Daytime
running lamps
36 — Not used
37 — Not used
38 10A Body builder run feed
39 — Not used
40 — Not used
41 10A Instrument illumination
42 — Not used
43 — Not used
44 — Not used
Relay 1 — Trailer tow right turn signal
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lubrication specifications .......128
refill capacities ........................128
service points ......................84–85
Engine oil
checking and adding ................86
dipstick ......................................86
filter, specifications ................132
refill capacities ........................128
specifications ..........................128
Event data recording ....................6
Exhaust fumes ............................29
F
Fail safe cooling ..........................90
Fluid capacities .........................128
Fuel
cap .............................................33
capacity ...................................128
choosing the right fuel .............32
filling your vehicle with fuel ....33
filter, specifications ..........97, 132
octane rating .....................32, 127
quality ........................................32
running out of fuel ...................32
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .......................30
Fuses ................................74–75, 79
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ..............33
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers ...........................63
Headlamps
flash to pass ..............................13
high beam .................................13I
Ignition .................................28, 127
Information displays ...................22
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ..........................................38
Instrument panel
cluster ........................................18
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ........64
K
Keys
positions of the ignition ...........28
L
Lamps
headlamps, flash to pass ..........13
Lights, warning and indicator ....18
Loading instructions ...................53
Load limits ...................................48
Lubricant specifications ...........128
Lug nuts ....................................126
M
Message center ...........................22
english/metric button ...............24
system check button ................24
warning messages .....................24
Motorcraftparts ......................132
O
Octane rating ..............................32
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