fuel FORD F150 1996 10.G User Guide

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[SC09325( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not shift the transmission into N
(Neutral) with the speed control on.
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[SC09350( ALL)03/94]
To maintain a preset speed under the above
conditions, with electronically controlled
transmissions Ð press the Transmission Control
Switch. The indicator light will turn on and
illuminate the word ªOFF.º This will cancel
ªOverdriveº. You can press the Transmission
Control Switch on or off at any speed. For the
best fuel economy during normal driving
conditions, press the Transmission Control
Switch to turn off the light. This allows
overdrive operation.
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[SC09375( ALL)05/95]
quarter page art:0020771-C
Transmission control switch and Indicator light
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174Speed, Vehicle Speed and Transmission
Temperature are used by the PCM to shift the
transmission into a higher or lower gear when
required for the best performance and fuel
economy. For example, you may notice that the
transmission will upshift to a higher gear more
quickly when the vehicle is first driven and has
not reached normal operating temperature.
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[DR08730( ALL)07/94]
The PCM also controls the transmission's Torque
Converter Clutch to further raise vehicle
performance and fuel economy. The Torque
Converter Clutch will engage when the
transmission operating temperature and other
conditions determined by the PCM have been
met. Engagement of the clutch may be noted as
a decrease in engine speed after an upshift has
completed or when the driver has depressed the
throttle while driving at a steady road speed.
[DR08740( ALL)04/95]
To help in troubleshooting, the PCM continually
performs self-tests on the electronic control
system and if any faults are detected, will store
them in memory. The Transmission Control
Indicator Light (TCIL), which is located on the
gearshift lever, may flash steadily if a
malfunction has been detected. If the TCIL is
flashing, contact your Ford dealer as soon as
possible. If this condition persists, damage to the
transmission could occur.
[DR08745( ALL)04/95]
NOTE: The word ªOFFº located on the end of
the gearshift lever is the transmission
control indicator light (TCIL).
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[DR08750( ALL)01/95]
Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
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[DR08800( ALL)03/94]
Your vehicle's gearshift is on the steering
column. The Transmission Control Switch and
indicator light are located on the end of the
gearshift lever. You can put the gearshift in any
of the several positions.
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When you come to a stop, do not downshift
through each gear. Disengage the clutch and use
the brake as necessary. Downshifting through
the gears decreases your vehicle's fuel economy.
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[DR15400(B F )05/95]
RWARNING
Continued use of a damaged or worn
clutch, prolonged clutch slippage or
downshifting at excessive speeds can
result in a failure of the engine,
transmission or clutch components.
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[DR15500(B F )03/91]
Transmission Function
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[DR15600(B F )03/91]
Upshift at the speeds specified in the chart
available for your engine and transmission. All
forward gears are synchronized allowing you to
shift into them with your vehicle in motion. The
clutch pedal should be fully depressed when
shifting.
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[DR15625(B F )04/94]
NOTE: Shifting during extremely low rpm's
can result in a momentary audible
rattle which disappears as vehicle
rpm's are increased. Shifting at higher
speeds will eliminate this sound.
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[DR15700(B F )03/95]
Parking
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[DR15800(B F )01/95]
To park your vehicle, apply the service brake
pedal, and shift into N (Neutral) while still
maintaining pressure on the service brake. Set
the parking brake fully. Shift into first and turn
off the ignition.
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[DR15900(B F )05/95]
RWARNING
Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it
may move unexpectedly and injure
someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the
parking brake fully.
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Four-wheel drive operation (4H or 4L) on dry
pavement is not recommended. Operating the
vehicle in four-wheel drive on dry pavement
will increase tire wear, decrease fuel economy,
and make four-wheel drive disengagement
difficult for the transfer case.
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[DR16340( F )06/93]
NOTE: All transfer cases on F-350 4x4 trucks
are equipped with an opening for a
power take-off (PTO). If this opening
is used for a transfer case mounted
PTO, additional transfer case lubricant
is required. Refer to the Refill
Capacities section for lubricant fill
requirements. Vehicles equipped with
an E4OD automatic transmission and a
7.3L diesel engine will require exhaust
modification for PTO clearance. For
vehicles equipped with an E4OD
automatic transmission: If a transfer
case mounted PTO is operated with the
transfer case shift lever in neutral, a
Vehicle Speed Sensor Self-test error
may be set in the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) causing the
transmission to function abnormally,
and the Transmission Control Indicator
Light (TCIL) may flash on and off
repeatedly. Normal transmission
function should return when the
transfer case has been engaged and the
vehicle is driven. If the TCIL continues
to flash or the transmission continues
to operate abnormally contact your
Ford dealer as soon as possible.
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When the vehicle is stopped while in 4H and
the vehicle's direction is reversed from the
previous direction, the automatic locking hubs
momentarily disengage and then re-engage.
The automatic locking hubs may click as they
automatically engage in the new direction.
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[DR16640(B F )06/94]
To shift from 4H to 2H:
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[DR16670(B F )03/93]
Move the transfer case shift lever straight
forward to the 2H position. This can be done at
any speed. To disengage the automatic locking
hubs, operate the vehicle in 2H in the opposite
direction for approximately 10 feet (3 meters).
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[DR16701(B F )06/94]
For example:
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[DR16730(B F )03/93]
If you were driving the vehicle forward in
4H, the automatic locking hubs will
disengage the next time the vehicle is driven
in reverse in 2H for approximately 10 feet (3
meters).
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[DR16760(B F )03/93]
If you were driving the vehicle in reverse in
4H, the automatic locking hubs will
disengage the next time the vehicle is driven
forward in 2H for approximately 10 feet (3
meters).
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[DR16790(B F )03/91]
Ð Operating in 2H with the hubs locked
increases fuel consumption, noise, vibration, and
wear. For prolonged 2H operation on dry
pavement, disengage the automatic locking hubs.
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[DR16820(B F )06/94]
To shift between 4H and 4L:
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[DR16851(B F )05/91]
Stop the vehicle and place the automatic
transmission into NEUTRAL or depress the
clutch on manual transmission vehicles. Push the
transfer case shift knob down (toward the
ground) and at the same time pull or push the
lever straight forward or rearward (depending
on the desired position, 4H or 4L) in order to
shift the transfer case. This shift should be in
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Operating in 2H with the hubs in the LOCK
position increases fuel consumption, noise,
vibration, and wear. For prolonged 2H operation
on dry pavement, set the manual locking hubs
to the FREE position.
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[DR17301(B F )06/94]
To shift between 4H and 4L:
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[DR17330(B F )05/91]
Stop the vehicle and place the automatic
transmission into NEUTRAL or depress the
clutch on manual transmission vehicles. Push the
transfer case shift knob down (toward the
ground) and at the same time pull or push the
lever straight forward or rearward (depending
on the desired position 4H or 4L) in order to
shift the transfer case. This shift should be with
one continuous motion without pausing in the N
(neutral) position. Pausing in the neutral position
can result in gear clash and difficult shifting. If,
while shifting between 4H and 4L, the transfer
case gets stuck in the N (neutral) position or is
difficult to shift into either 4H or 4L, it may be
necessary to let the vehicle roll slightly and/or
turn off the engine (particularly on vehicles
equipped with automatic transmission).
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[DR17390(B F )06/94]
To shift to N (neutral) from either 4H or 4L
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To shift into N (neutral), stop the vehicle and
engage the parking brake. Place the automatic
transmission into NEUTRAL or depress the
clutch on manual transmission vehicles. From
either the 4H or 4L position, push the transfer
case shift knob down (toward the ground) and
at the same time move the transfer case shift
lever to the N (neutral) position. The N (neutral)
position should only be used for vehicle towing
or transfer case mounted PTO use (transfer case
PTO opening available on F-350 only).
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NOTE: Dash mounted four wheel drive
indicator lights are off when your
vehicle is in neutral.
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[DR17540(B F )01/95]
To shift from N (Neutral) to either 4H or 4L,
stop the vehicle and engage the parking brake.
Place the automatic transmission into N
(Neutral) or depress the clutch on manual
transmission vehicles. Push the transfer case shift
lever to the desired position. If it is difficult to
shift into either 4H or 4L, it may be necessary to
let the vehicle roll slightly and/or turn off the
engine (particularly on vehicles equipped with
automatic transmissions).
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[DR17570(B F )06/94]
4x4 SYSTEMS-TOUCH DRIVE
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[DR17601(B F )06/94]
The Touch Drive 4x4 system functions in three
modes. In Two Wheel Drive mode, power is
delivered only to the rear axle at normal road
speed. The 4H position provides four-wheel
drive with power delivered to the front and rear
axles for increased traction. The 4L position
provides four-wheel drive with power delivered
to the front and rear axles when the above
average power is required at reduced speeds.
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[DR17630(B F )06/94]
Four wheel drive operation (4x4 or 4x4 LOW
RANGE) on dry pavement is not recommended.
Operating the vehicle in four-wheel drive on dry
pavement will increase noise, vibration, tire
wear, decrease fuel economy, and make
four-wheel drive disengagement difficult for the
transfer case.
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[DR17660(B F )06/94]
Touch Drive system indicator lights
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[DR17690(B F )03/91]
A 4x4 indicator light and a LOW RANGE
indicator light are located at the lower right of
the instrument cluster. In addition, two small
amber lights are located near the Touch Drive
system buttons. The amber light to the left of the
4x4 button will light up at the same time as the
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Ð The initial shift from two-wheel drive to 4x4
while the vehicle is moving can cause some
momentary clunk and ratcheting sounds. This is
the front drivetrain coming up to speed and the
automatic locking hubs engaging and is not a
cause for concern.
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[DR17990(B F )12/91]
Ð Because of possible damage to powertrain
components, never shift from Two-Wheel Drive
to 4x4 with the rear wheels slipping.
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[DR18020(B F )06/94]
To shift from 4x4 to Two-Wheel Drive:
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[DR18050(B F )06/94]
Push the 4x4 button; the 4x4 lamp on the
instrument cluster will go out indicating the
vehicle is in Two-Wheel Drive. This can be done
at any speed. To disengage the automatic
locking hubs, operate the vehicle in Two-Wheel
Drive in the opposite direction for approximately
10 feet (3 meters) in a straight line.
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[DR18080(B F )06/94]
For example:
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[DR18110(B F )06/94]
If you were driving the vehicle forward in
4x4, the automatic locking hubs will
disengage the next time the vehicle is driven
in reverse in Two-Wheel Drive for
approximately 10 feet (3 meters) in a straight
line.
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[DR18140(B F )06/94]
If you were driving the vehicle in reverse in
4x4, the automatic locking hubs will
disengage the next time the vehicle is driven
forward in Two-Wheel Drive for
approximately 10 feet (3 meters) in a straight
line.
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[DR18170(B F )01/95]
Operating in two-wheel drive mode with the
hubs locked increases fuel consumption, noise,
vibration, and wear. For prolonged two-wheel
drive operation on dry pavement, disengagement
of the automatic locking hubs, which is not
required for two-wheel drive operation, stops all
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GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
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GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
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[DR30320( ALL)06/92]
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Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
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Maximum Trailer Weight
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[DR30340( ALL)06/92]
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Trailer Weight Range
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[DR30351( ALL)03/91]
Base Curb Weight
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[DR30401( ALL)03/94]
The Base Curb Weight is the weight of the
vehicle including fuel, coolants, lubricants,
emergency tools, spare wheel and tire. It also
includes any equipment that isstandardon that
model. It does not include passengers, cargo or
optional equipment installed by factory, dealer,
aftermarket supplier or customer.
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[DR30451( ALL)03/91]
Payload
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[DR30501( ALL)03/91]
Payload is the combined, maximum allowable
weight of cargo, occupants and optional
equipment that the truck is designed to carry. It
is Gross Vehicle Weight Rating minus the base
curb weight.
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[DR30550( ALL)03/91]
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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[DR30601( ALL)03/91]
If you add base curb weight and the weight of a
load (including passengers, cargo and optional
equipment) being carried at a particular time,
you get the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).
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[DR30650( ALL)10/94]
It is important to remember that GVWis not a
limit or a specification.If an owner loads up a
vehicle and weighs it, that's the GVW at that
moment. If the owner piles on more of a load
and weighs it again, that becomes the
GVW...until such time as the vehicle is unloaded.
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[DR31050( ALL)06/92]
Passenger car type tires when installed on light
trucks and multipurpose passenger vehicles are
rated at 10% lower load carrying capacity due to
the differences in vehicle usages.
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[DR31101(BEF )07/92]
The vehicle must not be loaded to both the front
and rear GAWR because the GVWR will be
exceeded. The GAWR of the front and rear axles
exceed the GVWR when added together to allow
flexibility in fore and aft loading of cargo.
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[DR31110( ALL)06/92]
With the tires inflated to the specified pressure
the total weight of your vehicle must not exceed
the GVWR and GAWR specified on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. This includes full
fuel tank(s), vehicle equipment, and occupants as
well as the cargo load.
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[DR31120( ALL)06/92]
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
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[DR31130( ALL)06/92]
GCWR is the maximum combined weight of the
towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo)
and the loaded trailer. The GCWR is specified
by the manufacturer to indicate the combined
maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is
designed to tow.
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[DR31140( ALL)06/92]
Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
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[DR31150( ALL)06/92]
The maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is
permitted to tow. The maximum trailer weight
rating is specified by the manufacturer and is
determined by subtracting the vehicle curb
weight for each engine/transmission
combination, any required option weight for
trailer towing and the weight of the driver from
the GCWR for the towing vehicle.
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[DR31160( ALL)06/92]
Maximum Trailer Weight
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[DR31170( ALL)06/92]
The maximum weight of a trailer the loaded
vehicle is permitted to tow. The maximum
weight of the trailer is determined by subtracting
the weight of the loaded towing
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