wiper fluid FORD F750 2003 10.G Owners Manual

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Checking and adding washer fluid
Inspect the solution level in the
washer reservoir when insufficient
solution is sprayed.
Use 3.8L (4.0 quarts) of
Ultra—Clear Windshield Washer
Concentrate or a washer fluid that
meets the Ford specification listed.
Refer toLubricant specifications
in this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common
windshield washer antifreeze additive. Washer fluids containing
non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold
weather protection without damaging the vehicle’s paint finish, wiper
blades or washer system.
Do not put engine coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir. Engine coolant or antifreeze can severely reduce
visibility if sprayed on the windshield.
ENGINE OIL
Checking engine oil level—Cummins B and Caterpillar 3126 B
engines
Refer to the appropriate engine operator’s manual for information on the
engine oil.
Checking engine oil level—7.3L Power Stroke engine
Refer to the general maintenance information section for the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
Check the engine oil level consistently and accurately. The following
procedure is recommended:
1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area between H and C).
2. Park the vehicle on level ground.
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Daily Owner Checks Engine system
Check the air filter restriction indicator
Check the engine oil
Inspect the coolant level - for Powerstroke
engine (for Caterpillar and Cummins engines,
refer to the Owner’s Manual)
Brake system
Drain the air brake system reservoir - manual
valve
Check the air brake system reservoir
automatic drain valve operation
Transmission system
Visually check the automatic transmission for
fluid leakage
Steering system
Check the power steering pump fluid level and
check the system for leaks
Check the entire vehicle for evidence of fluid
leaks
U.S. Department of Transportation,
Federal Highway Administration
requirements (ensure that the entire
system is functioning properly)
Check the service brakes
Check the parking brake
Check the steering mechanism
Check the lighting devices and reflectors
Check the tires
Check the horn
Check the windshield wipers
Check the rear vision mirrors
Check the wheels and rims
Check the emergency equipment
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800 000 KM / 500 000 MILES
•Change the lubricant in the manual shift transmission (all
applications) when equipped with optional synthetic lubricant.
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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replacing the batteries .............84
Roadside assistance ..................150
S
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ..................92–93
Safety defects, reporting ..........173
Safety restraints ....................92–93
belt minder ...............................96
cleaning the safety belts ........100
extension assembly ................100
for adults ...................................93
for children .............................101
lap belt ......................................95
warning light and
chime .............................12, 15, 96
Safety seats for children ..........104
Seat belts (see
Safety restraints) ........................92
Seats ............................................86
child safety seats ....................104
Servicing your vehicle ..............229
Speed control ..............................76
Speedometer ...............................18
Starting your vehicle ................109
jump starting ..........................165
preparing to start your
vehicle .....................................109
Steering wheel
controls ................................69, 76
tilting .........................................69
T
Tachometer .................................19
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .................56Tires ...........................................210
checking the pressure ....212, 214
Tires - servicing ........................212
Towing
wrecker ....................................164
Transmission
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................204
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................204
manual operation ....................141
Trip odometer .............................19
Turn signal ............................14, 63
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................222
Vehicle loading ..........................149
W
Warning chimes ...............9, 15, 118
Warning lights (see Lights) .........9
Washer fluid ..............................180
reservoir ..................................180
Water, Driving through .............148
Wheels .......................................210
Windows
power .........................................74
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and cleaning ..............68
operation ...................................68
replacing wiper blades .............69
Wrecker towing .........................164
Index
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