FORD F750 2002 10.G Owners Manual

160 000 KM / 100 000 MILES
²Disassemble the single check valve (SC-3) and the automatic drain
valve (DB±2) Ð clean and inspect the valves for wear and
deterioration.
²Lube the clutch release and the cross shaft lever.
²Replace the fuel filter.*
²Change the rear axle lubricant. (Not required when equipped with
optional synthetic lubricant.)
400 000 KM / 250 000 MILES
²Change the rear axle lubricant when equipped with optional synthetic
lubricant.
500 000 KM / 300 000 MILES
²Disassemble the air dryer, replace the desiccant and check the
mounting of the dryer to the vehicle (if equipped).
Please continue with these scheduled maintenance intervals for your
vehicle.
* Shown intervals are for Powerstroke engine only. Refer to Caterpillar
and Cummins Owner Manuals for intervals for their respective engines.
800 000 KM / 500 000 MILES
²Change the lubricant in the manual shift transmission (all
applications) when equipped with optional synthetic lubricant.
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Maintenance Operation Frequency — ObservationClean body/door drain holes.
Clean windshield wiper blades.
Replace windshield wiper blades.
Lubricate body lock cylinders, door and hood hinges.
Check headlamp alignment.
Check windshield washer fluid level. Add fluid if required.At least twice annually.
As required.
If wiping the blades with a clean cloth and mild detergent
and washing the windshield with a cleaner does not restore
a clean wipe.
Difficult to operate or noisy.
Lamp beams in wrong position when vehicle operating
loaded.
If washers do not spray fluid when operated. GENERAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Listed below are vehicle checks that should be made periodically either by the owner or a qualified technician. It is recommended
that deficiencies be brought to the attention of your dealer or another qualified service outlet as soon as possible in order that
advice regarding the need for service or replacement can be obtained.
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Maintenance Operation Frequency - Observation
Inspect the automatic slack
adjuster functionInsufficient power shown in loaded
practice stop
Check the operation of the
brakes, the clutch, and the
steering (*b,a)Vehicle handling qualities not up to
par
Inspect the vehicle for missing,
damaged, or mislocated noise
shieldsExcessive noise emanates from under
the cab or engine compartment
Check the engine performance
and the engine governorExcessive engine noise
Inspect the fan, the fan shroud,
and the fan clutchEngine overheats, fans runs at high
speed constantly, excessive fan noise,
or fan wobble due to worn bearings
Check for operation of ABS
warning lampAt each engine start up
Inspect the entire exhaust
system (including inlet pipe,
muffler, outlet pipe and all
exhaust clamps and fasteners)
for holes, leakage, breakage,
looseness and corrosive
damageExcessive noise or the smell of fumes
is experienced
Inspect the engine air
induction system (including the
air ducts, the air cleaner, and
the air cleaner element) for
loose fitting, damaged or
missing componentsExcessive noise emanates from the
engine compartment
Inspect the tires and check the
air pressure (*c)Poor steering, wandering or excessive
tire wear
Balance the wheels and the
tiresVibration or abnormal tire wear
indicates imbalance
Check the front end alignment
(*c)Poor steering, wandering or excessive
tire wear
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Maintenance Operation Frequency - Observation
Check the transmission and
engine mountings (*b)Hard shifting or excessive vibration
Check and adjust transmission
controls (*b)High effort to shift or noisy
transmission
Check fuel pump pressure Insufficient full-throttle power or
backfiring
Clean radiator cap seal. Clean
and inspect the cap surface on
the radiatorWhen the cap does not hold pressure
Check the battery terminals for
corrosionWhenever electrical power supply has
diminished
Tighten the wheel mounting
nuts to the specified torque.
Refer toServicing your
wheels and tiresRequired initially at 804 and 1 609 km
(500 and 1 000 miles). Perform again
at 804 and 1 609 km (500 and 1 000
mile) intervals after each tire
removal/replacement.
*a During maintenance and repair, protect the fuel tube and the hose
assemblies, the power steering lines, and the brake lines from the
external heat, the acids and the abrasion that could damage the lines.
*b Check for (free) linkage action and ensure that (return) spring
force is adequate to maintain pedal free play.
*c Adjust, repair or replace as required with the same or equivalent
parts.
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Maintenance Intervals/
Service PerformedService Shop
Name and Address Date
Service
PerformedMileage Maintenance Record
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Maintenance Intervals/
Service PerformedService Shop
Name and Address Date
Service
PerformedMileage Maintenance Record
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Maintenance Intervals/
Service PerformedService Shop
Name and Address Date
Service
PerformedMileage Maintenance Record
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Maintenance Intervals/
Service PerformedService Shop
Name and Address Date
Service
PerformedMileage Maintenance Record
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A
Air cleaner filter .......................211
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................57
Audio system
(see Radio) ..........20, 25, 31, 39±40
Automatic transmission ............132
Auxiliary power point .................73
B
Battery .......................................187
jumping a disabled battery ....164
voltage gauge ............................18
BeltMinder ...................................98
Brakes ................................113, 119
anti-lock ...................114±115, 121
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...11±12, 114
brake warning light ............11±12
fluid, checking and adding ....208
parking ....................115, 118, 122
trailer .......................................124
C
CD-6 disc .....................................40
CD-single premium .....................31
Child safety restraints ..............102
child safety belts ....................102
Child safety seats ......................103
attaching with tether straps ..107
in front seat ............................105
in rear seat ..............................105
tether anchorage hardware ...107Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............176
exterior ....................................179
instrument cluster lens ..........178
instrument panel ....................177
interior .....................................178
plastic parts ............176±177, 179
safety belts ..............................179
washing ....................................174
waxing .....................................174
wheels ......................................175
windows ..................................179
wiper blades ............................177
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......56±57
Clock ..........................23, 28, 36, 44
Clutch ........................................207
fluid ..........................................206
Compass, electronic ....................70
calibration .................................72
set zone adjustment .................71
Console
overhead ....................................70
Controls
power seat .................................90
Coolant ......................................189
refill capacities ........................194
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................77
Customer Assistance ................150
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................180
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............170
Getting roadside assistance ...150
Getting the service
you need .................................165
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Ordering additional owner's
literature .................................171
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................167
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................61
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................148
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................164
Emission control system ..........231
Engine
check engine/service engine
soon light ....................................9
cleaning ...................................176
coolant .....................................189
Engine block heater .................110
Engine fan .................................195
Engine oil ..................................183
checking and adding ..............183
oil pressure gauge ....................17
recommendations ...................184
Exhaust fumes ..........................112
F
Foglamps .....................................62
Fuel ............................................196
calculating fuel
economy ..........................202, 204
choosing the right fuel ...........197
filling your vehicle with fuel ..196filter, specifications ........198±200
gauge .........................................18
improving fuel
economy ..........................202, 204
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................196
Fuses ..................................151±152
G
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .........202, 204
Gauges .........................................16
battery voltage gauge ...............18
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................16
engine oil pressure gauge ........17
fuel gauge ..................................18
odometer ...................................19
speedometer .............................18
tachometer ................................19
trip odometer ............................19
H
Hazard flashers .........................150
Headlamps ...................................61
aiming ........................................62
daytime running lights .............61
flash to pass ..............................61
high beam ...........................15, 61
turning on and off ....................61
warning chime ..........................15
Heating
heater only system ...................56
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................57
Index
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