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Adding coolant
When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of coolant and
distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir(s),when the
engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of coolant per month,
have your dealer check the cooling system. Your cooling system may
have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in
engine overheating and possible engine damage.
Note:If coolant is added to bring the level within the COLD FILL
RANGE when the engine is not cold, the system will remain underfilled.
WARNING:Do not add coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and
scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you
badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
WARNING:Do not put coolant in the windshield washer fluid
container. If sprayed on the windshield, coolant could make it
difficult to see through the windshield.
•Do not mix coolants. Add the coolant type originally equipped
in your vehicle.Refer toMaintenance product specifications and
capacitiesin this chapter for the proper coolant type.
Note:Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants/additives
as they can cause damage to the engine cooling and/or heating systems.
This damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty.
•A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added to the
engine cooling system only, in case of emergency, to reach a vehicle
service location. Avoid this procedure if delivery to the service location
requires heavy engine loads. In this instance, the cooling system(s)
must be drained, chemically cleaned with MotorcraftEngine Cooling
System Iron Cleaner, and refilled with a 50/50 mixture of coolant and
distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone (without coolant) can
cause damage from corrosion, overheating or freezing.DO NOTuse
this method for the secondary cooling system. The secondary cooling
system operates close to ambient temperature, and is susceptible to
freezing in any subfreezing environment, in the absence of coolant.
•
Do not use alcohol, methanol or brine or any engine coolants
mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant).Alcohol and
other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing.
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•Try operating the starter switch several times. Should the switch be
corroded, this operation may clean the contacts or make the switch
temporarily operable until you can reach the dealer.
•If all electrical connections are tight and you need assistance to start,
refer toJump startingin theRoadside Emergencieschapter of your
Owner’s Guide.
If engine cranks but won’t start
Prolonged starter cranking (in excess of 10 seconds) could cause
damage to the starter motor.
•Check the fuel gauge. You may be out of fuel. If the gauge shows that
there is fuel in the tank, the trouble may be in the electrical system or
the fuel system. If equipped with an auxiliary tank, be sure that the
tank control switch is set for the tank with fuel and not on an empty
tank.
•Leaving the ignition key turned to on for over two minutes without
starting may make starting difficult because the glow plugs will cease
activation. Reset the system by turning the ignition key to off and
then back to on again.
If the engine runs hot
The following could cause the engine to overheat:
•Lack of coolant.
•Dirty cooling system.
•Plugged radiator fins, A/C condenser and/or oil cooler.
•Malfunctioning fan drive.
•Driving with frozen coolant.
•Sticking thermostat.
•Overloading or pulling heavy trailers during hot weather.
•Grill or radiator air blockage.
•Slipping or missing drive belt.
•Plugged or very dirty air filter.
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
Frequent or extended idling (over 10 minutes per hour of normal driving)
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Inspect concentration (freeze-point protection) and
additive strength (corrosion inhibitor) (add engine coolant
additive, if required). Refer to
Engine cooling systemin
theIntroductionchapter.
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to
Engine Coolant
Change Record)– Do not add engine coolant additive
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
18,751 miles (30,177 km); perform the 22,500 mile (36,000 km) fuel
filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22,500 miles (36,000 km); perform the fuel filter
replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 15,000 miles
[24,000 km].)
Note:For vehicles that operate under severe service conditions such as
frequent or extended idle (over 10 minutes per hour of normal driving),
maintenance requirements need to be adjusted. This needs to be
considered when determining vehicle service intervals.
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
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Frequent low speed operation, consistent heavy traffic less than 25 mph
(40 km/h) and/or long rush hour traffic
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Inspect concentration (freeze-point protection) and
additive strength (corrosion inhibitor) (add engine coolant
additive, if required). Refer to
Engine cooling systemin
theIntroductionchapter.
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change transfer case fluid (4x4 only)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to
Engine Coolant
Change Record)– Do not add engine coolant additive
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
18,751 miles (30,177 km); perform the 22,500 mile (36,000 km) fuel
filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22,500 miles (36,000 km); perform the fuel filter
replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 15,000 miles
[24,000 km].)
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
Note:After initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of operation, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (80,000 km) or
1800 hours thereafter.
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Frequent low speed operation if vehicle is used for stationary operation
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Inspect concentration (freeze-point protection) and
additive strength (corrosion inhibitor) (add engine coolant
additive, if required). Refer to
Engine cooling systemin
theIntroductionchapter.
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to
Engine Coolant
Change Record)– Do not add engine coolant additive
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
18,751 miles (30,177 km); perform the 22,500 mile (36,000 km) fuel
filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22,500 miles (36,000 km); perform the fuel filter
replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 15,000 miles
[24,000 km].)
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
Note:For vehicles that operate under severe service conditions such as
frequent or extended idle (over 10 minutes per hour of normal driving),
maintenance requirements need to be adjusted. This needs to be
considered when determining vehicle service intervals.
Note:After initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of operation, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (80,000 km) or
1800 hours thereafter.
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Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Inspect concentration (freeze-point protection) and
additive strength (corrosion inhibitor) (add engine coolant
additive, if required). Refer to
Engine cooling systemin
theIntroductionchapter.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings are used)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change transfer case fluid (4x4 only)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to
Engine Coolant
Change Record)– Do not add engine coolant additive
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
18,751 miles (30,177 km); perform the 22,500 mile (36,000 km) fuel
filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22,500 miles (36,000 km); perform the fuel filter
replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 15,000 miles
[24,000 km].)
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
Note:After initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of operation, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (80,000 km) or
1800 hours thereafter.
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Sustained high-speed driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (maximum
loaded weight for vehicle operation)
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Inspect concentration (freeze-point protection) and
additive strength (corrosion inhibitor) (add engine coolant
additive, if required). Refer to
Engine cooling systemin
theIntroductionchapter.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings are used)
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change rear axle lubricant (if equipped with a DANA
rear axle, some F-350s, all F–450s and F–550s)
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change transfer case fluid (4x4 only)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to
Engine Coolant
Change Record)– Do not add engine coolant additive
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
18,751 miles (30,177 km); perform the 22,500 mile (36,000 km) fuel
filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22,500 miles (36,000 km); perform the fuel filter
replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 15,000 miles
[24,000 km].)
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
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