automatic transmission FORD F450 2015 Owner's Manual

In the event of a moderate to severe
collision, this vehicle is equipped with a
fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the
flow of fuel to the engine. Not every impact
will cause a shut-off.
Should your vehicle shut off after a
collision, you may restart your vehicle by
doing the following:
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Turn the ignition to crank.
3. Turn the ignition off.
4.
Turn the ignition on again to re-enable
the fuel pump.
JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE WARNINGS
The gases around the battery can
explode if exposed to flames, sparks,
or lit cigarettes. An explosion could
result in personal injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which
can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if
contacted.
Use only an adequate-sized cable
with insulated clamps.
Preparing Your Vehicle
Note:
Do not attempt to push-start your
automatic transmission vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start
capability. Attempting to push-start a
vehicle with an automatic transmission may
cause transmission damage.
Note: Use only a 12-volt supply to start your
vehicle.
Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the
disabled vehicle as this could damage the
vehicle's electrical system. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood
of the disabled vehicle, making sure the
two vehicles do not touch. Turn all
accessories off.
Connecting the Jumper Cables WARNING
Do not attach the cables to fuel lines,
engine rocker covers, the intake
manifold or electrical components
as grounding points. Stay clear of moving
parts. To avoid reverse polarity
connections, make sure that you correctly
identify the positive (+) and negative (-)
terminals on both the disabled and booster
vehicles before connecting the cables. Note:
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3. Release the hood latch by pushing the
secondary release lever to your left,
toward the center of the vehicle.
4. Raise the hood.
5. To close the hood, lower the hood and
allow it to drop the last 8 to 11 inches
(20 to 30 centimeters). Note:
Make sure that the hood is closed
properly.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW -
6.2L
Note: Refer to the diesel supplement for
diesel engine component locations. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
A.
Engine oil dipstick
B.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
C.
Brake fluid reservoir
D.
Engine coolant reservoir
E.
Power distribution box
F.
Air filter assembly
G.
Power steering fluid reservoir
H.
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Engine oil filler cap
I.
Battery
J.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW -
6.8L
Note: Refer to the diesel supplement for
diesel engine component locations. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
A.
Battery
B.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
C.
Engine oil filler cap
D.
Engine oil dipstick
E.
Power steering fluid reservoir
F.
Brake fluid reservoir
G.
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You have limited engine power when in the
fail-safe mode, so drive the vehicle with
caution. The vehicle will not be able to
maintain high-speed operation and the
engine will run rough. Remember that the
engine is capable of completely shutting
down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely
possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Note: Driving the vehicle without repairing
the engine problem increases the chance of
engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Engine Fluid Temperature
Management (If Equipped) WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of collision and
injury, be prepared that the vehicle
speed may reduce and the vehicle
may not be able to accelerate with full
power until the fluid temperatures reduce. Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
Your vehicle has been designed to pull a
trailer, but because of the added load, the
vehicle
’s engine may temporarily reach
higher temperatures during severe
operating conditions such as ascending a
long or steep grade while pulling a trailer
in hot ambient temperatures. At this time, you may notice your engine
coolant temperature gauge needle move
toward the H and the POWER REDUCED
TO LOWER TEMP message may appear
in the information display.
You may notice a reduction in the vehicle
’s
speed caused by reduced engine power.
In order to manage the engine fluid
temperatures, your vehicle may enter this
mode if certain high-temperature and
high-load conditions take place. The
amount of speed reduction will depend on
the vehicle loading, towing, grade, ambient
temperature, and other factors. If this
occurs, there is no need to pull off the road.
The vehicle can continue to be driven while
this message is active
The air conditioning may turn on and off
during severe operating conditions to
protect the engine from overheating. When
the engine coolant temperature decreases
to a more normal operating temperature,
the air conditioning will turn on once again.
If the engine coolant temperature gauge
moves fully into the red (hot) area, or if the
coolant temperature warning or service
engine soon messages appear in your
information display:
1. Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and shift the transmission into
Park (P).
2. Leave the engine running until the coolant temperature gauge needle
moves away from the H range. After
several minutes, if this does not
happen, follow the remaining steps.
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to
cool before checking the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is normal, you may restart your engine and continue on.
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5. If the coolant is low, add coolant,
restart the engine and take your vehicle
to an authorized dealer. See Adding
engine coolant in this chapter for more
information. Refer to fail-safe cooling
for additional information.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
Have an authorized dealer check and
change the transmission fluid and filter at
the correct service interval. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 457).
Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may
affect transmission operation and result
in damage to internal transmission
components.
Checking Automatic Transmission
Fluid
For scheduled intervals of the fluid checks
and changes, See
Scheduled
Maintenance (page 457). 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
19 mi (30 km)
). Verify that the
transmission fluid temperature gauge,
located on the instrument cluster, is within
normal range.
1. Drive the vehicle
19 (30 km)until it
reaches normal operating temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
engage the parking brake. 3.
With the engine running, parking brake
engaged and your foot on the brake
pedal, move the gearshift lever through
all of the gear ranges. Allow sufficient
time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P and leave
the engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer to the Under Hood
Overview 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
Type A Type B
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High fluid levels can be caused by an
overheating condition.
Adjusting Automatic Transmission
Fluid Levels
Note:
Use of a non-approved automatic
transmission fluid may cause internal
transmission component damage.
Before adding any fluid, make sure the
correct type is used. The type of fluid used
is normally indicated on:
• the dipstick handle.
• See Capacities and Specifications
(page 301).
If necessary, add fluid in
8 (250 ml)
increments through the filler tube until the
level is correct.
Type A Type B If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be
removed by a qualified technician.
Note:
An overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift and engagement
concerns, and possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may
affect transmission operation and result
in damage to internal transmission
components.
TRANSFER CASE FLUID
CHECK
(If Equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the
fluid level.
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TRANSMISSION CODE
DESIGNATION The transmission code is on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. The
following table shows the transmission
code along with the transmission
description.
Code
Description
T
Five-speed automatic transmission 5R110W
P
Six-speed automatic transmission 6R140
W
Six-speed automatic transmission 6R140W
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Ford part number /
Ford specification
Ford part name or
equivalent
Capacity
Item
XL-1 /
Motorcraft Penet-
rating and Lock Lubricant
—
Lock cylinders
—
XG-1-E /
Motorcraft Premium
Long-Life Grease
—
Transmission, parking
brake linkages and
pivots, brake pedal shift WSD-M1C227-A
XT-10–QLV /
Motorcraft MERCON
LV
—
Power steering fluid Automatic transmis-
sion MERCON LV
XL-12 /
Motorcraft Transfer
Case Fluid
2.0 qt (1.9 L)
Transfer case fluid
ESP-M2C166-H
XT-10–QLV /
Motorcraft MERCON
LV
17.5 qt (16.6 L)
Automatic transmission
fluid (5–speed) 7,8,9
Automatic transmis-sion MERCON LV
16.7 qt (15.8 L)
Automatic transmission
fluid (6–speed) 7,8,9
ZC-32–B2 (U.S.) /
Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer Concentrate With Bitterant (U.S.)
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid WSB-M8B16–
A2
CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F) (Canada) /
Premium Quality
Windshield Wash (Canada) WSB-M8B16– A2
YN-19 (U.S.) /
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
1.81 lb (0.82 kg)
Air conditioning refri-
gerant10 WSH-M17B19-A
(Gasoline engines) CYN-16-R (Canada)
/
WSH-M17B19-A
YN-19 (U.S.) /
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
1.63 lb (0.74 kg)
Air conditioning refri-
gerant10 WSH-M17B19-A
(Diesel engines) CYN-16-R (Canada)
/
WSH-M17B19-A
YN-12-D /
Motorcraft PAG
Refrigerant
Compressor Oil
4.23 fl oz
(125.09 ml)
Air conditioning refri-
gerant compressor oil 10
(Gasoline engines)
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1
Add 8 oz. (236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford
Specification EST-M2C118– A for complete refill of limited slip Ford axles. Ford design
rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless you submerge
the axle in water.
2 Ford recommends using Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 3 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle
Brake Fluid, Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid or
equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A1 or WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause degraded brake performance and not meet the Ford
performance standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry. Contamination with dirt, water,
petroleum products or other materials may result in brake system damage and possible
failure.
3 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
4 Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet
Ford ’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity
grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline
engines.
5 Do not use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also display the API certification mark.
These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicles engine and emissions system.
6 Do not use supplemental engine oil additives. They are unnecessary and could lead to
engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
7 Use the correct automatic transmission fluid. Transmission fluid requirements are
indicated on the dipstick blade or the dipstick handle. Check the container to verify the
fluid you are adding is of the correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information
to determine the correct service interval.
Note: Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV fluid.
Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
8 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler
size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. You should set the amount of transmission
fluid and fluid level by the indication on the dipstick’ s normal operating range.
9 Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type A. For correct dipstick type, See
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check (page 240).
9 Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type B. For correct dipstick type, See
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
(page 240).
10 See the Warning below: WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant R-134a under high
pressure. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
Have the air conditioning refrigerant system serviced only by qualified personnel.
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Pairing a Phone for the First Time
Note:
SYNC can support downloading up
to approximately 1000 entries per
Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone.
Note: Make sure to switch on the ignition
and the radio. Put the transmission in
position P.
Note: To scroll through the menus, press
the up and down arrows on your audio
system.
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNC
allows you to make and receive hands-free
calls.
1. Press the phone button. When the display indicates there is no phone
paired, press
OK.
2. When
Find SYNC appears in the
display, press OK.
3. Put your phone into Bluetooth discovery mode. See your device's
manual if necessary.
4. When prompted on your phone's display, enter the six-digit PIN provided
by SYNC in the radio display. The
display indicates when the pairing is
successful.
Depending on your phone's capability and
your market, the system may prompt you
with questions, such as setting the current
phone as the primary phone (the phone
SYNC automatically tries to connect with
first upon vehicle start-up) and
downloading your phonebook.
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Note: Make sure to switch on the ignition
and the radio. Put the transmission in
position
P.
Note: To scroll through the menus, press
the up and down arrows on your audio
system. 1.
Press the phone button, and then scroll
to System Settings. Press
OK.
2. Scroll to Bluetooth Devices. Press
OK.
3. Scroll to Add Bluetooth Device. Press OK
.
4. When
Find SYNC appears in the
display, press OK.
5. Put your phone into Bluetooth discovery mode. See your phone's
manual if necessary.
6. When prompted on your phone's display, enter the six-digit PIN provided
by SYNC in the radio display. The
display indicates when the pairing is
successful.
The system then prompts with questions,
such as if you would like to set the current
phone as the primary phone (the phone
SYNC automatically tries to connect with
first upon vehicle start-up) and download
your phone book.
Phone Voice Commands
Press the voice icon and say "Phone". Say
any of the following: "PHONE"
"Call " 1,2
"Call at home" 1,2
"Call at work" 1,2
"Call in office" 1,2
"Call on mobile OR cell" 1,2
"Call on other" 1,2
"Call history incoming" 2
"Call history missed" 2
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