check engine FORD F450 2015 Service Manual

Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts
and component systems based upon
engineering testing. Ford Motor Company
relies upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford
Workshop Manual list the recommended
additives and chemicals for your vehicle.
We do not recommend using chemicals or
additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle
’s normal maintenance. Please
consult your warranty information. Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals. Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
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Check every six months
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great. Multi-point inspection
Horn operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Battery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamage
Engine and cabin air filter
Steering and linkage
Exhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure**
Exterior lamps and hazard warning system
operation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operation
For oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and window
washer.
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months (whichever comes first)
Change engine oil and filter.
Rotate tires *
, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Every 15000 miles (24000 km) or 12 months (whichever comes first)
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings (Four-wheel
drive vehicles).
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings. Other maintenance items
Replace climate-controlled (heated and cooled) seat
filter. *
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 5-speed
transmission. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
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Off-road operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints, Lubricate
if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change rear axle fluid (F-450 and F-550 only).
Every 50000 miles (80000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Exclusive use of E85 (Flex fuel vehicles only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change interval
6.7L Diesel Engine
See the diesel supplement for special
operating condition information.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
Axle Maintenance
Change the axle fluid anytime an axle is
submerged in water. Rear axles and power take-off units with
synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks
equipped with Ford-design axles are
lubricated for life; do not check or change
fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods
of trailer towing with outside temperatures
above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open
throttle for long periods above 45 mph (72
km/h), change non-synthetic rear axle fluid
every 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) or
three months, whichever comes first. This
interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting
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Center Console..............................................134
Removable Front Cupholders........................ 134
Changing a Bulb...........................................249 Lamp Assembly Condensation.................... 249
Replacing Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse Lamp Bulbs................................................................. 250
Replacing Cargo Lamp and High-mount Brake Lamp Bulbs........................................ 250
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (If Equipped......................................................... 250
Replacing Front Clearance and Identification Lamp Bulbs (If
Equipped)........................................................ 249
Replacing the License Plate Lamp Bulb..................................................................... 251
Changing a Fuse
............................................231
Fuses........................................................................\
231
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................288
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 288
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools.........289
Removing the Spare Tire (With Spare Tire Carrier Only)................................................... 290
Tire Change Procedure..................................... 291
Changing the 12V Battery.........................244 Battery Management System (If
Equipped)........................................................ 245
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................253
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................246
Checking MyKey System Status...............53
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................246
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance.................................................35
Child Safety
.......................................................15
General Information............................................. 15
Child Safety Locks..........................................27
Child Seat Positioning..................................26
Cleaning Leather Seats
.............................258
With King Ranch Edition................................. 259
Without King Ranch Edition.......................... 258
Cleaning Products
.......................................255
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................260
Cleaning the Engine
....................................256
Cleaning the Exterior..................................255 Exterior Chrome Parts...................................... 255
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 256
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 256
Underbody........................................................... 256Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens.........................257
Cleaning the Interior....................................257
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................257
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................53
Climate..............................................................411 Climate Control Voice Commands..............413
Climate Control
............................................106
Climate Controlled Seats...........................121 Cooled Seats......................................................... 121
Heated Seats......................................................... 121
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check............................ 236
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
........45
Creating a MyKey.............................................51 Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings............................................................... 52
Cruise Control
..................................................63
Principle of Operation....................................... 178
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................ 178
Customer Assistance
...................................217
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Event Data Recording.......................................... 10
Service Data Recording........................................ 9
Daytime Running Lamps
............................68
Digital Radio...................................................316 HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting.............................................. 317
Direction Indicators.......................................69 Lane Change.......................................................... 69
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................37 Children and Airbags........................................... 42
Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 37
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........37
Driving Aids
......................................................179
Driving Hints...................................................207
Driving Through Water..............................208
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps........................ 68
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Economical Driving.....................................207
Electronic Locking Differential................162 Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential....................................................... 162
Emission Control System
..........................144
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).................... 145
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 145
End User License Agreement..................433 SYNC End User License Agreement
(EULA).............................................................. 433
Engine Block Heater.....................................137 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 138
Engine Coolant Check
...............................236
Adding Engine Coolant.................................... 237
Recycled Engine Coolant................................ 237
Severe Climates................................................. 238
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................................. 238
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System.................... 60
Engine Oil Check
..........................................235
Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 235
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................235
Engine Specifications
.................................301
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 301
Entertainment...............................................379 A/V Inputs............................................................ 395
AM/FM Radio....................................................... 381
Bluetooth Audio................................................. 394
Browsing Device Content................................ 379
CD........................................................................\
... 390
SD Card Slot and USB Port............................ 391
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)....................................................... 386
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 394Essential Towing Checks
...........................195
Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 202
Hitches.................................................................... 197
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller..............198
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 203
Safety Chains....................................................... 198
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 198
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 202
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 196
Using a Step Bumper (If Equipped)...........202
Using the Rear View Camera To Align Your Trailer Hitch..................................................... 196
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 202
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options.................................14
Extended Service Plan (ESP).................455 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............456
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)......................... 455
Exterior Mirrors
.................................................72
Clearance Lamps.................................................. 73
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 73
Heated Exterior Mirrors....................................... 73
Memory Mirrors..................................................... 73
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 72
Telescoping Mirrors.............................................. 74
F
Fastening the Safety Belts..........................29 Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................ 30
Safety Belt Extension Assembly...................... 31
Safety Belt Locking Modes............................... 30
Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy...........30
Using the Safety Belt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center and Rear Center Seats
Only).................................................................... 29
Floor Mats
......................................................208
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 69
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 65
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Four-Wheel Drive..........................................153
Front Fog Lamps............................................69
Front Seat Armrest.......................................122
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Fuel and Refueling.......................................139
Fuel Consumption........................................143
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 143
Filling the Tank..................................................... 143
Fuel Filter........................................................243
Fuel Quality....................................................140 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................. 140
Choosing the Right Fuel With a Flex Fuel Vehicle (If Equipped)................................... 140
Diesel Engine....................................................... 140
Octane Recommendations............................ 140
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................213
Fuses.................................................................223
Fuse Specification Chart...........................223 Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel
.................................................................. 228
Power Distribution Box.................................... 223
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener............124
Gauges................................................................77 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............78
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge................................ 78
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 78
Information Display............................................. 79
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................... 78
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................47
General Maintenance Information........457 Multi-point Inspection..................................... 459
Owner Checks and Services......................... 458
Protecting Your Investment........................... 457
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 457
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 457
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................220
Getting the Services You Need................217 Away From Home............................................... 217
Global Opening
...............................................72
Opening the Windows........................................ 72H
Handbrake
See: Parking Brake............................................. 165
Hazard Warning Flashers
...........................213
HDC See: Using Hill Descent Control..................... 172
Head Restraints..............................................113 Adjusting the Head Restraint.......................... 114
Heated Seats
..................................................119
Rear Heated Seats ............................................ 120
Heated Steering Wheel
...............................64
Heated Windows and Mirrors....................111 Heated Exterior Mirror......................................... 111
Heated Rear Window.......................................... 111
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 106
Hill Start Assist
..............................................165
Switching the System On and Off...............166
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 165
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................109
Cooling the Interior Quickly............................. 110
General Hints....................................................... 109
Heating the Interior Quickly............................ 109
Recommended Settings for Cooling ..........110
Recommended Settings for Heating...........110
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather............................................................... 111
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................164
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........232
I
Ignition Switch
...............................................135
In California (U.S. Only).............................218
Information Display Control.......................63 Type 1........................................................................\
63
Type 2....................................................................... 64
Information Displays
....................................84
General Information........................................... 84
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Manual Seats..................................................115
Manual Lumbar ................................................... 116
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward.............................................................. 115
Recline Adjustment............................................ 115
Media Hub......................................................322
Memory Function
..........................................116
Easy Entry and Exit Feature.............................. 117
Message Center See: Information Displays................................. 84
Mirrors See: Heated Windows and Mirrors.................111
See: Windows and Mirrors................................. 71
Mobile Communications Equipment.......13
Moonroof...........................................................75 Bounce-Back.......................................................... 76
Opening and Closing the Moonroof..............75
Venting the Moonroof......................................... 76
Motorcraft Parts..........................................302
MyFord Touch ™
...........................................362
General Information......................................... 362
MyFord Touch ™ Troubleshooting.........422
MyKey Troubleshooting...............................55
MyKey ™..............................................................51
Principle of Operation.......................................... 51
N
Navigation.......................................................414 cityseekr................................................................. 416
Map Mode............................................................. 418
Navigation Map Updates............................... 420
Navigation Voice Commands....................... 420
Point of Interest (POI) Categories...............415
Quick-touch Buttons....................................... 420
Setting a Destination........................................ 414
Setting Your Navigation Preferences...........417
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
..........460
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines.................. 460
6.7L Diesel Engine.............................................. 461
O
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check...................................... 235
Opening and Closing the Hood..............232 Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature.......................................................221
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual...........221
Overhead Console........................................134
P
Parking Aid
.......................................................174
Rear Sensing System......................................... 174
Parking Aids
.....................................................174
Parking Brake.................................................165
Passive Anti-Theft System........................60
SecuriLock ™......................................................... 60
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System.................... 60
Pedals.................................................................65
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Phone
..............................................................396
Making Calls........................................................ 398
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 398
Pairing Your Phone for the First Time........397
Phone Menu Options....................................... 398
Phone Settings.................................................. 400
Phone Voice Commands................................ 401
Receiving Calls................................................... 398
Text Messaging.................................................. 399
Post-Crash Alert System...........................216
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 56
Power Seats
....................................................116
Power Lumbar...................................................... 116
Power Recline....................................................... 116
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................243
Power Take-Off
.............................................152
Power Windows...............................................71
Accessory Delay.................................................... 72
Bounce-Back........................................................... 71
One-Touch Up or Down...................................... 71
Power Sliding Back Window............................ 72
Window Lock.......................................................... 72
R
Rear Axle
..........................................................162
Rear Seat Armrest........................................123
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Towing...............................................................191
Traction Control.............................................167
Principle of Operation....................................... 167
Trailer Sway Control....................................192
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................242
Transmission Code Designation............304
Transmission ...................................................
147
Transmission See: Transmission............................................... 147
Transporting the Vehicle
..........................204
U
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................233
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L..................234
Universal Garage Door Opener................124 CAR2U® Home Automation System..........124
HomeLink Wireless Control System............127
USB Port
...........................................................321
Using Cruise Control....................................178 Switching Cruise Control Off.......................... 178
Switching Cruise Control On.......................... 178
Using Four-Wheel Drive
.............................153
4WD Indicator Lights........................................ 154
Driving Off-Road With Truck and Utility Vehicles.............................................................. 157
Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) 4WD system................................................................ 153
How Your Vehicle Differs From Other Vehicles.............................................................. 157
Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4WD system................................................................ 153
Using a Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4wd system............................................................... 154
Using the Electronic Shift on the Fly 4WD system............................................................... 156
Using Hill Descent Control.........................172 Hill descent modes............................................. 172
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................55
Using Snow Chains.....................................282
Using Stability Control
...............................169
AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control ™
(RSC®).............................................................. 169Using SYNC™ With Your Media
Player............................................................345
Accessing Your Play Menu............................. 349
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port.......................................................... 345
Media Menu Features...................................... 348
Media Voice Commands................................ 346
System Settings.................................................. 351
What's Playing?................................................. 346
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............327 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu................................................................... 331
Accessing Your Phone Settings.................... 334
Making Calls........................................................ 330
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............328
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 328
Phone Options during an Active Call.........330
Phone Voice Commands................................ 328
Receiving Calls................................................... 330
System Settings................................................. 335
Text Messaging................................................... 333
Using Traction Control
................................167
System Indicator Lights and
Messages.......................................................... 168
Using Voice Recognition...........................325 Initiating a Voice Session................................ 325
System Interaction and Feedback..............326
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
.........................219
V
Vehicle Care
...................................................255
General Information......................................... 255
Vehicle Certification Label.......................303
Vehicle Identification Number................303
Vehicle Storage............................................260 Battery.................................................................... 261
Body....................................................................... 260
Brakes..................................................................... 261
Cooling system.................................................... 261
Engine..................................................................... 261
Fuel system........................................................... 261
General.................................................................. 260
Miscellaneous...................................................... 261
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 261
Tires........................................................................\
. 261
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Ventilation
See: Climate Control......................................... 106
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............303
Voice Control...................................................63
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators.................79 4X2
........................................................................\
.... 82
4X4 HIGH................................................................ 82
4X4 LOW................................................................. 82
Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 79
Battery...................................................................... 79
Brake System......................................................... 79
Check Fuel Cap.................................................... 80
Cruise Control....................................................... 80
Diesel Warning Lights......................................... 82
Direction Indicator............................................... 80
Door Ajar................................................................. 80
Electronic Locking Differential....................... 80
Engine Coolant Temperature.......................... 80
Engine Oil................................................................ 80
Fasten Safety Belt............................................... 80
Front Airbag........................................................... 80
High Beam.............................................................. 80
Hill Descent............................................................ 80
Low Fuel Level........................................................ 81
Low Tire Pressure Warning................................ 81
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control............81
Service Engine Soon............................................ 81
Stability Control..................................................... 81
Stability Control Off............................................ 82
Transmission Tow/Haul..................................... 82
Washer Fluid Check
....................................243
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 255
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 66
Waxing.............................................................256
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 288
Wheels and Tires
.........................................263
General Information......................................... 263
Technical Specifications................................. 299
Windows and Mirrors.....................................71
Windshield Washers.....................................66 Windshield Wipers
........................................66
Speed dependent wipers................................. 66
Wipers and Washers....................................66
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