Class a motorhome
and commercial chassis (143 pages)
Summary of Contents for Ford F 2016 Series
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2016 F-Series Super Duty Class A Motorhome and Commercial Chassis Owner’s Manual owner.ford.com ford.ca December 2015 Second Printing Owner’s Manual Motorhome Litho in U.S.A. GU9J 19A321 AB...
Engine About This Manual...........3 General Information........22 Symbols Glossary..........3 Ignition Switch..........22 California Proposition 65.......5 Starting a Gasoline Engine......22 Perchlorate............5 Engine Block Heater........24 Ford Credit............5 Replacement Parts Fuel and Refueling Recommendation........6 Special Notices..........6 Safety Precautions........25 Mobile Communications Fuel Quality............26 Equipment............7 Running Out of Fuel........26 Export Unique Options........7...
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Table of Contents Power Steering Fluid Check.......93 Driving Hints Fuel Filter............94 Breaking-In............51 Changing the 12V Battery......94 Reduced Engine Performance....51 Changing the Engine Air Filter....96 Economical Driving.........51 Driving Through Water........52 Vehicle Care Roadside Emergencies General Information........97 Cleaning the Exterior........97 Roadside Assistance........53 Cleaning the Engine........98 Hazard Warning Flashers......54 Cleaning the Alloy Wheels......98...
Introduction Note: Either Ford Motor Company or an ABOUT THIS MANUAL authorized Ford dealer may have originally sold this incomplete vehicle to a vehicle Thank you for choosing Ford. We modifier who upfitted it. As a result, it may recommend that you take some time to...
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Introduction Avoid smoking, flames or sparks Engine oil Battery Explosive gas Fan warning Battery acid Fasten seatbelt Brake fluid - non petroleum based Front airbag Brake system Front fog lamps Cabin air filter Fuel pump reset Check fuel cap Fuse compartment Child safety door lock or unlock Hazard warning flashers Child seat lower anchor...
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Environment PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim. Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
Steering Wheel ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving. E161517 Pull and hold the steering wheel release lever. 2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position then release the lever. CRUISE CONTROL E161518 See Cruise Control (page 37).
Wipers and Washers Press the end of the stalk to activate the WINDSHIELD WIPERS washer. Note: Fully defrost the windshield before • A brief press causes a single wipe switching on the windshield wipers. without washer fluid. Note: Make sure the windshield wipers are •...
Lighting Headlamp Flasher LIGHTING CONTROL E161458 E161456 Slightly pull the lever toward you and Off. release it to flash the headlamps. Parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and INSTRUMENT LIGHTING tail lamps. DIMMER Headlamps. Note: If you disconnect the battery or it becomes discharged, the dimmer switch High Beams will require re-calibration.
Lighting DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS Equipped) WARNING The daytime running lamps system does not activate the rear lamps and may not provide adequate lighting during low visibility driving conditions. Also, the autolamps switch position may not activate the headlamps in all low visibility conditions, such as daytime fog.
Instrument Cluster GAUGES E192271 Engine oil pressure gauge. Tachometer. Information display. Speedometer. Transmission fluid temperature gauge. Engine coolant temperature gauge. Fuel gauge. Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
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Instrument Cluster Engine Oil Pressure Gauge If the gauge is operating in the yellow or red area, stop the vehicle and verify the Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle airflow is not restricted such as snow or should stay in the normal operating range debris blocking airflow through the grill.
Instrument Cluster • It may take a short time for the needle • If the gas station nozzle shuts off to reach F after leaving the gas station. before the tank is full, try a different This is normal and depends upon the gas pump nozzle.
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Instrument Cluster Brake System Cruise Control (If Equipped) Illuminates when you engage the Illuminates when you switch this parking brake with the ignition feature on. See Using Cruise E144522 Control (page 37). E71340 If it illuminates when you are driving, check Direction Indicator that the parking brake is not engaged.
Instrument Cluster If the light is blinking, engine misfire is • Stage 1 is a single chime when the occurring which could damage your engine temperature begins to overheat. catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate • Stage 2 is multiple chimes and engine fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and power becomes limited in order to help deceleration) and have your vehicle...
Information Displays • Press the info button to scroll through GENERAL INFORMATION trip, outside air temperature, engine hours and miles to empty. WARNING • Press the setup button to scroll Driving while distracted can result in through various vehicle feature loss of vehicle control, crash and settings.
Information Displays The DTE function will display a message PRESS RESET FOR SYS CHECK in the information display when you have When this message appears, press the approximately 50 miles (80 km), to empty. RESET button and the message center will Press RESET to clear this warning begin to cycle through the following message.
Information Displays Certain messages need to be confirmed before you can access the menus. Engine Message Action REDUCED ENGINE POWER The engine is overheating. Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine. If the warning stays on followed by an indicator chime or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Information Displays Maintenance Message Action LOW OIL PRESSURE The engine oil pressure is low. Check the level of the engine oil. If the oil level is OK and this warning persists, shut down the engine immediately and contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. See Engine Oil Check (page 86).
Starting and Stopping the Engine GENERAL INFORMATION IGNITION SWITCH WARNINGS Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. Do not park, idle or drive your vehicle on dry grass or other dry ground E161572 cover.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine Stopping the Engine When Your Before starting the engine check the Vehicle is Moving following: • Make sure all occupants have fastened WARNING their safety belts. Switching off the engine when the • Make sure the headlamps and vehicle is still moving will result in a electrical accessories are off.
Starting and Stopping the Engine temperatures, and be clearly marked ENGINE BLOCK HEATER Suitable for Use with Outdoor Equipped) Appliances. Do not use an indoor extension cord outdoors. This could result in an electric shock or become a WARNINGS fire hazard. Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property •...
Fuel and Refueling • Automotive fuels can be harmful or SAFETY PRECAUTIONS fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if WARNINGS swallowed can cause death or Do not overfill the fuel tank. The permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed, pressure in an overfilled tank may call a physician immediately, even if no cause leakage and lead to fuel spray...
Fuel and Refueling • Fuels containing the octane booster FUEL QUALITY additive, methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). Choosing the Right Fuel • Leaded fuel (using leaded fuel is prohibited by law). The use of fuels with metallic compounds such as methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known as MMT), which is a manganese-based fuel additive, will impair engine...
Failure to follow this fuel tank or fuel system if the correct will fill the expansion space in the fuel tank genuine Ford, Motorcraft or other certified and could lead to fuel overflowing. fuel filler cap is not used.
Fuel and Refueling 5. To install the cap, align the tabs on the • The usable capacity of the fuel tank is cap with the notches on the filler pipe. the amount of fuel that you can add to the fuel tank when the fuel gauge 6.
See Scheduled Maintenance (page 132). • You will get better fuel economy when If you use parts other than Ford, Motorcraft driving on flat terrain than when driving or Ford-authorized parts for maintenance on hilly terrain. replacements, or for service of...
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Fuel and Refueling Illumination of the service engine soon • the vehicle has run out of fuel—the indicator, charging system warning light or engine may misfire or run poorly the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, • poor fuel quality or water in the strange odors, smoke or loss of engine fuel—the engine may misfire or run power could indicate that the emission...
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Fuel and Refueling If the service engine soon Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight indicator is on or the bulb does hours without starting the engine. Then, not work, you may need to have start the engine and complete the above the vehicle serviced.
Transmission Reverse (R) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION With the gearshift lever in reverse (R), your WARNINGS vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and Always set the parking brake fully out of reverse (R). and latch the gearshift in park (P). Turn the ignition to the off position Neutral (N) and remove the key whenever you leave...
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Transmission Tow/Haul Mode The tow/haul feature: • Delays upshifts to reduce the frequency WARNING of transmission shifting. Do not use the tow/haul feature • Provides engine braking in all forward when driving in icy or slippery gears, which will slow your vehicle and conditions as the increased engine assist you in controlling your vehicle braking can cause the wheels to slide and...
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Transmission Brake-Shift Interlock If the fuse is not blown and the brake lamps are working properly, the following WARNINGS procedure will allow you to move the gearshift lever from park (P): Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brake lamps are Apply the parking brake.
Brakes Hydraulic brake booster system GENERAL INFORMATION (Hydroboost or Hydromax) Note: Occasional brake noise is normal. If The Hydroboost and Hydromax systems a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or receive fluid pressure from the power continuous squeal sound is present, the steering pump to provide power assist brake linings may be worn-out and should during braking.
Brakes The anti-lock braking system will not To release the parking brake: eliminate the risks when: • For vehicles equipped with a foot • You drive too closely to the vehicle in operated parking brake, pull the front of you. parking brake release lever.
Cruise Control The indicator displays in the PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION instrument cluster. E71340 Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the Setting the Cruise Speed accelerator pedal. You can use cruise control when your vehicle speed is greater Drive to desired speed.
Load Carrying the following terms for LOAD LIMIT determining your vehicle s weight Vehicle Loading - with and ratings, with or without a trailer, without a Trailer from the vehicle s Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification This section will guide you in the Label: proper loading of your vehicle, Base Curb Weight - is the weight...
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Load Carrying pillar, door-latch post, or the door Gross Axle Weight Rating. edge that meets the door-latch Note: For trailer towing post, next to the driver's seating information refer to the RV and position. The total load on each Trailer Towing Guide available at axle must never exceed its an authorized dealer.
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Load Carrying Example only: E198828 WARNING Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. E143819 Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
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Load Carrying GCW (Gross Combined Weight) WARNINGS - is the Gross Vehicle Weight plus Do not exceed the GVWR or the weight of the fully loaded the GAWR specified on the trailer. Safety Compliance Certification Label. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) - is the maximum Do not use replacement tires allowable weight of the vehicle with lower load carrying...
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Load Carrying 4. Determine the combined weight *Suppose your vehicle has a of luggage and cargo being loaded 1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo on the vehicle. That weight may and luggage capacity. You and not safely exceed the available one of your friends decide to pick cargo and luggage load capacity up cement from the local home calculated in Step 3.
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Load Carrying The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The label shall be affixed to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch...
Towing Load Placement TOWING A TRAILER To help minimize how trailer WARNINGS movement affects your vehicle Do not exceed the GVWR or when driving: the GAWR specified on the • Load the heaviest items closest certification label. to the trailer floor. Towing trailers beyond the •...
Towing RV & Trailer Towing Guide Online Website http://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/ Note: Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers RECOMMENDED TOWING over a specified weight. Be sure to WEIGHTS check state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum Note: Do not exceed the trailer...
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Towing Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GVWR GCWR weight 5.38 22000 lb 26000 lb 4000 lb (1814 kg) (9979 kg) (11793 kg) 5.38 22000 lb 29700 lb 7700 lb (3493 kg) (9979 kg) (13472 kg) 6.17 24000 lb 30000 lb 6000 lb (2721 kg) (10886 kg)
Towing When hooking-up a trailer using a ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS weight-distributing hitch, always use the following procedure: Follow these guidelines for safe towing: Park the loaded vehicle, without the • Do not tow a trailer until you drive your trailer, on a level surface. vehicle at least 1,000 mi (1,600 km).
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Towing Trailer Brakes Before Towing a Trailer Practice turning, stopping and backing up WARNING to get the feel of your vehicle-trailer Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic combination before starting on a trip. brake system directly to your When turning, make wider turns so the vehicle's brake system.
Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Vehicle damage may occur if towed incorrectly, or by any other means.
Towing Do not exceed a maximum distance of 50 miles (80 kilometers) and maximum speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) when towing your vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground. If you must exceed the maximum distance or speed, a qualified technician must remove the driveshaft.
Driving Hints 4. Check the coolant level. See Engine BREAKING-IN Coolant Check (page 87). You need to break in new tires for 5. Have your vehicle checked by an approximately 300 miles (480 authorized dealer as soon as possible. kilometers). During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving ECONOMICAL DRIVING characteristics.
Driving Hints • Use the speed control in hilly terrain. DRIVING THROUGH WATER • Rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. WARNING • Drive a heavily loaded vehicle or tow a Do not drive through flowing or deep trailer.
Towing — independent service contractors, if not prohibited by state, To fully assist you should you have a local or municipal law, shall tow Ford vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company of eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer Canada, Limited offers a complimentary within 35 mi (56 km) of the roadside assistance program.
For complete program coverage details you may contact your dealer, you can call WARNINGS us in Canada at 1-800-665-2006, or visit our website at www.ford.ca. Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery.
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Roadside Emergencies Note: In the illustration, the bottom vehicle WARNINGS represents the booster vehicle. Use only adequately sized cables with insulated clamps. Preparing Your Vehicle Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle. Note: Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage.
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Roadside Emergencies Jump Starting 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) terminal of the booster Start the engine of the booster vehicle vehicle battery. and rev the engine moderately, or press 3. Remove the jumper cable from the the accelerator gently to keep your positive (+) terminal of the booster engine speed between 2000 and 3000...
Mailing address perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be Customer Relationship Centre made using Ford or Motorcraft® parts, or Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited remanufactured or other parts that are P.O. Box 2000 authorized by Ford.
In some states within the United States, conform the vehicle to its applicable you must directly notify Ford in writing express warranties if, within the first 18 before pursuing remedies under your months of ownership of a new vehicle or...
BBB AUTO LINE During mediation, a representative of the 3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 600 BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor Arlington, Virginia 22201 Company to explore options for settlement of the claim. If an agreement is not reached...
Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign Canadian dealers. In those cases where country, contact the appropriate foreign you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford embassy or consulate. These officials can of Canada and the authorized dealer to...
U.S. Virgin Islands, please feel free to call identification number (VIN) and new our Toll-Free Number: (800) 841-FORD address with Ford Motor Company Export (3673). Operations & Global Growth Initiatives by emailing expcac@ford.com. If your vehicle must be serviced while you...
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying injury or death, you should immediately Ford Motor Company. inform Transport Canada and Ford of Canada. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a...
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Customer Assistance Transport Canada Contact Information Website www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehiclesafety/safevehicles-defectinvestigations- index-76.htm (English) Website www.tc.gc.ca/fra/securiteautomobile/VehiculesSecuritaires-Enquetes- index-76.htm (French) Phone 1–800–333–0510 Ford of Canada Contact Information Website www.ford.ca Phone 1–800–565-3673 Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
Fuses Locate the power distribution box in the FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART engine compartment. It has high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main F53 Power Distribution Box electrical systems from overloads. WARNINGS If the battery has been disconnected and Always disconnect the battery before reconnected, you will need to reset some servicing high current fuses.
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Engine heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor #11 and #21. Vapor management valve. Powertrain control module relay coil. Powertrain control module keep alive memory. 20A* Powertrain control module power. 20A* Instrument panel dimmer module. Park lamp feeds.
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components A/C demand switch. 20A** Brake on/off switch. Multifunction switch. 30A** Powertrain control module relay (Power distribution box fuses # 3, 5, 7, 18). 20A** Fuel injectors. Fuel pump motor. Mass air flow sensor. Powertrain control module.
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components — Starter relay. — Blower motor relay. — Powertrain control module relay. Diode 1 — Fuel pump diode. Diode 2 — Air conditioning clutch diode. *Mini fuses. **Maxi fuses. F59 Power Distribution Box E197657 Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components 10A* Air conditioning compressor clutch. 30A* Anti-lock brake system - Hydromax. Powertrain control module keep alive memory. Powertrain control module relay coil. — Not used. 20A* Trailer tow running lamp relay coil. Park lamp feeds.
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Fuel pump diode. Fuel pump relay coil. 10A* Brake transmission shift interlock. — Not used. — Not used. 40A** Blower motor relay feed. 30A** Headlamps. High beam headlamps flash to pass. Daytime running lamps on/off relay coil.
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components 30A** Trailer tow electronic brake. 40A** Ignition switch feed (instrument panel fuses #1, 5, 7, 11, 13, 14, 17, 19, 23, 36). (Power distribution box fuse #F19, F22, F21). — Not used.
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components — Blower motor relay. — Daytime running lamp/headlamp relay. — Powertrain control module relay. — Fuel pump diode. — Air conditioning clutch diode. — Not used. — Not used. Mini fuses. J-case fuse.
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Relay Trailer tow parking lamps. Relay Backup lamps. Relay Hydromax brake on/off relay. Relay Not used. Relay Air conditioning clutch. M1-1 Hydromax brake on/off relay. M1-2 Brake on/off switch. Multifunction switch. M1-3 Power brake assist module (Hydromax).
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Fuel pump diode. — Not used. 20A* Radio capacitors. Ignition coils. Backup lamp relay coil. Air conditioning clutch coil. Air conditioning demand switch. 20A* Catalyst monitor sensor. Engine heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor #11 and #21.
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Fuses E224614 Relay location Protected components Not used. Not used. Not used. Daytime running lamps power relay. Hydromax – brake on/off signal isolating relay. Reverse lamps relay. Starter ground relay. Trailer tow parking lamps relay. Fuse Holder Module The fuse holder is next to the diode and relay module.
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Fuses F53/F59 Passenger Compartment pedal. Remove the panel cover to access Fuse Panel the fuses. To remove a fuse, use the fuse panel Locate this fuse panel below and to the cover's fuse puller tool. left of the steering wheel near the brake E161521 Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating...
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components 10A* Brake lamps feed. — Not used. 10A* Instrument cluster memory. 30A* Wiper/washer module. Wiper feed. — Not used. 10A* Anti-lock brake system module – Hydromax. 10A* Anti-lock brake system module – Hydro- boost.
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components 10A* Body builder left-hand low beam head- lamp feed. — Not used. 10A* Body builder reverse lamp power. 10A* Body builder reverse gear. Trailer tow reverse lamps. 20A* Body builder high beam feed. High beam indicator.
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Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. —...
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Fuses UPS Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel E188334 Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components — Not used. 20A* Multifunction switch. 15A* Left turn signal. 15A* Blower motor relay coil. 15A* Right turn signal. 10A* Anti-lock brake system module (Hydromax).
Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components — Trailer tow left-hand direction indicator. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. — Not used. Mini fuse. CHANGING A FUSE Fuses WARNING Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating.
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Fuses Fuse Types E207206 Callout Fuse Type Micro 2 Micro 3 Maxi Mini M Case J Case J Case Low Profile Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
Maintenance • Do not work on a vehicle with the GENERAL INFORMATION engine running in an enclosed space, unless you are sure you have enough Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help ventilation. maintain its roadworthiness and resale value. There is a large network of •...
2. If the engine oil level is not within the engine. normal range, add engine oil that Note: Make sure that the oil level is meets Ford specifications. See between the minimum and the maximum Capacities and Specifications (page marks.
Maintenance To reset the oil life monitoring system do When the engine is cold, check the the following: concentration and level of the engine coolant at the intervals listed in the Switch the ignition on. Do not start the scheduled maintenance information. See engine.
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In case of emergency, you can add a large amount of water without engine • It may be necessary to have a Ford coolant in order to reach a vehicle authorized dealer increase the coolant service location. In this instance, you concentration above 50%.
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Maintenance Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated climates should use prediluted engine WARNINGS coolant for optimum cooling system and engine protection. Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only. Operate the What you Should Know About Fail- vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long Safe Cooling as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in...
Maintenance 5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION with a clean, dry lint free rag. If FLUID CHECK necessary, refer to Under Hood Overview in this chapter for the WARNING location of the dipstick. The dipstick cap and surrounding 6.
Maintenance The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 196°F - 215°F (91°C - 102°C). The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 196°F - 215°F (91°C - 102°C) on a level surface. The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 E161554...
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MAX. Do fill above this line. not fill above this line. Use only DOT 3 brake fluid that is certified to meet Ford specifications. Brake system fluid should be replaced on a regular basis to maintain optimum...
Maintenance Note: The power steering cap has both a POWER STEERING FLUID cold and hot indicator on the dipstick. CHECK 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).
Maintenance Steering linkage lubrication points E161558 WARNINGS There are nine lubrication points on the steering linkage shown as “A”. See When lifting a plastic-cased battery, Capacities and Specifications (page excessive pressure on the end walls 125). could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and damage to the vehicle or battery.
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When a battery replacement is required, operating temperature. the battery should only be replaced with 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one a Ford recommended replacement battery minute. that matches the electrical requirements of the vehicle. Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
Maintenance 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine Loosen the latches that secure the air to idle for at least one minute. filter cover in place. 6. Drive the vehicle to complete the 2. Carefully separate the two halves of relearning process.
Exterior Chrome Parts GENERAL INFORMATION • Apply a high quality-cleaning product Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has to bumpers and other chrome parts. many quality products available to clean Follow the manufacturer s instructions. your vehicle and protect its finishes.
Vehicle Care Underbody CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELS Flush the complete underside of your (If Equipped) vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free of debris or foreign Note: Do not apply a cleaning chemical to material. warm or hot wheel rims and covers. Note: Some automatic car washes may Under Hood cause damage to the finish on your wheel...
Vehicle Care Engine VEHICLE STORAGE • Change the engine oil and filter prior to If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30 storage because used engine oil days or more, read the following contains contaminates which may maintenance recommendations to make cause engine damage.
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Vehicle Care Brakes Contact an authorized dealer if you have any concerns or issues. • Make sure the brakes and parking brake release fully. Tires • Maintain recommended air pressure. Miscellaneous • Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under your vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust.
U.S. Department of TIRE CARE Transportation Tire quality Information About Uniform grades: The U.S. Department of Tire Quality Grading Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. Treadwear...
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Wheels and Tires The traction grades, from highest Federal Motor Vehicle Safety to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The Standard No. 139. Grades B and A grades represent the tire s ability represent higher levels of to stop on wet pavement as performance on the laboratory measured under controlled test wheel than the minimum...
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Wheels and Tires *kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of Information Contained on the air pressure. Tire Sidewall *PSI: Pounds per square inch, a Both United States and Canada standard unit of air pressure. Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place *Cold tire pressure: The tire standardized information on the pressure when the vehicle has...
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Wheels and Tires A. P: Indicates a tire, designated G. H: Indicates the tire's speed by the Tire and Rim Association, rating. The speed rating denotes that may be used for service on the speed at which a tire is cars, sport utility vehicles, designed to be driven for extended minivans and light trucks.
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Wheels and Tires J. Tire Ply Composition and Letter Speed rating - mph Material Used: Indicates the rating (km/h) number of plies or the number of 168 (270) layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall. Tire 186 (299) manufacturers also must indicate Note: For tires with a maximum the ply materials in the tire and the...
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Wheels and Tires *Temperature: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. M.
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Wheels and Tires D. Maximum Load Single lb T type tires have some additional (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates information beyond those of P the maximum load and tire type tires; these differences are pressure when the tire is used as described below: a single;...
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Inflate all tires to the information found on the tire. The inflation pressure recommended Ford recommended tire inflation by Ford Motor Company. pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or You are strongly urged to buy a Tire Label.
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Wheels and Tires When weather temperature 3. Add enough air to reach the changes occur, tire inflation recommended air pressure. pressures also change. A 10°F Note: If you overfill the tire, release (6°C) temperature drop can air by pressing on the metal stem cause a corresponding drop of 1 in the center of the valve.
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Wheels and Tires Tire Inflation Information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies (if equipped): WARNING This type of tire utilizes steel cords An inflated tire and rim can in the sidewalls. As such, they be very dangerous if cannot be treated like normal light improperly used, serviced or truck tires.
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Wheels and Tires E161438 signs of damage or excessive WARNING wear. If internal damage to the tire Stay out of the trajectory (1) is suspected, have the tire as indicated in the illustration. demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. Inspecting Your Tires and For your safety, tires that are Wheel Valve Stems...
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Wheels and Tires Tire Wear or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional. Tires can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is also recommended. WARNING Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage E142546 conditions, and conditions of use When the tread is worn down to...
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This begins with the letters DOT possible. Use of any tire or wheel and indicates that the tire meets not recommended by Ford can all federal standards. The next affect the safety and performance two numbers or letters are the...
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A tire can explode in than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than as little as three to five seconds. the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service Do not spin the wheels at professional should do the over 35 mph (56 km/h).
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Wheels and Tires *Do not run over curbs or hit the Wheel misalignment in the front tire against a curb when parking or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and Highway Hazards should be corrected by an authorized dealer.
WARNING Snow tires must be the same size, load index, and speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could...
• If possible, avoid fully loading your by Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel vehicle. is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired. •...
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Wheels and Tires Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires Drive cautiously when using a full-size listed above at any one wheel location can dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly lead to impairment of the following: and seek service as soon as possible. •...
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Wheels and Tires E161440 Use the lug nut wrench to screw the lug nut snugly against the wheel. E175447 Lower the vehicle. 3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. Remove the jack and fully tighten the The parking brake is on the lug nuts in the order shown.
M22 x 1.5 450 (610) (22.5 inch wheels) Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels, retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified...
Capacities and Specifications ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Engine 6.8L Engine Displacement 415 in³ (6,800 cm³) Firing order 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9 Ignition system Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.039 in (1 mm) - 0.043 in (1.1 mm) Compression ratio 9.2:1 Engines without Air Conditioning Drivebelt Routing Engines with Air Conditioning E161789...
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Transmission fluid filter FT-187 We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability.
If you ever find it necessary to communicate with Ford Motor Company about your vehicle, always include the VIN in your communication. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the...
Capacities and Specifications The transmission code is on the Safety TRANSMISSION CODE Compliance Certification Label. The DESIGNATION following table shows the transmission code along with the transmission description. E167814 Description Code Six Speed Automatic Transmission (6R140) Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
Capacities and Specifications CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS Capacities 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. Item Capacity Engine oil (with oil filter)
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Capacities and Specifications Specifications Materials Name Specification Recommended motor oil (U.S.): WSS-M2C945-A Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor XO-5W20-QSP Recommended motor oil (Canada): WSS-M2C945-A Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12 Optional motor oil (U.S.): WSS-M2C945-A Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil XO-5W20-QFS Optional Motor oil (Canada): WSS-M2C945-A...
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Capacities and Specifications Name Specification Transmission, steering, parking linkages and pivots and ESA-M1C75-B brake pedal shaft grease: Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-E1 Multi-purpose grease: ESB-M1C93-B Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5 Reference the reservoir cap for proper fluid. Motorcraft® DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid is for vehicles with Hydroboost brake booster systems.
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Capacities and Specifications Note: Ford recommends using DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting 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.
2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech items. Transferable Coverage 3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components. If you sell your vehicle before your Ford 4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 critical Extended Service Plan coverage expires, components. you can transfer any remaining coverage Ford Extended Service Plan is honored by to the new owner.
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Service Plan. Ford Extended Service Plan wear items. The coverage is prepaid, so is the only service contract backed by Ford you never have to worry about affording Motor Company of Canada, Limited. your vehicle s maintenance. It covers...
If you do not use Ford authorized parts they you sell or trade it. Keep all receipts for may not meet our specifications and completed maintenance with your vehicle.
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It is critical that systems are Additives and Chemicals flushed only with new fluid that is the same This owner's manual and the Ford as that required to fill and operate the Workshop Manual list the recommended system or using a Ford-approved flushing additives and chemicals for your vehicle.
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Scheduled Maintenance 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.
Scheduled Maintenance Be sure to ask your dealership service your vehicle. Your checklist gives you advisor or technician about the multi-point immediate feedback on the overall vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive condition of your vehicle. way to perform a thorough inspection of NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months (whichever comes first) Change engine oil and filter.
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Scheduled Maintenance Other maintenance items Change engine coolant. Every 105000 miles Replace rear axle fluid. (168000 km) Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within the last 100000 miles (160000 km). Every 150000 miles (240000 km) Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealed bearings are used.
Scheduled Maintenance perform extra maintenance as indicated. SPECIAL OPERATING If you operate your vehicle occasionally CONDITIONS SCHEDULED under any of these conditions, it is not MAINTENANCE necessary to perform the extra maintenance. For specific If you operate your vehicle primarily in any recommendations, see your dealership of the following conditions, you need to service advisor or technician.
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There are several exceptions to the Normal equipped with Ford-design axles are Schedule: 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.
Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals and to record all vehicle service.
Appendices TYPE APPROVALS RF Certification Logos for Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor(s) E202555 Brazil E207816 Argentina E207818 European Union EU E207817 Abu Dhabi, Dubai E207819 Jordan E197509 E207820 Malaysia Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
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Appendices E197811 E207822 Moldova Singapore E198002 E207821 Morocco South Africa E198001 Philippines E203899 E197844 Serbia Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
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Index About This Manual...........3 California Proposition 65.......5 Capacities and Specifications....125 See: Brakes.............35 Specifications............126 ABS driving hints Car Wash See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock See: Cleaning the Exterior.........97 Changing a Fuse..........82 Brakes..............35 Accessories Fuses.................82 Changing a Road Wheel......117 See: Replacement Parts Recommendation..........6 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly Adjusting the Steering Wheel......9...
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EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (CANADA Hazard Warning Flashers......54 ONLY)..............131 Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (U.S. Brakes..............35 Only)..............130 Ignition Switch..........22 Ford Credit............5 In California (U.S. Only).......58 US Only...............5 Information Displays........18 Fuel and Refueling.........25 General Information..........18 Fuel Consumption.........28 Information Messages........19 Calculating Fuel Economy........28...
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Index Perchlorate............5 Power Steering Fluid Check.......93 Steering linkage lubrication points....94 Jump Starting the Vehicle......54 Protecting the Environment......8 Connecting the Jumper Cables.......55 Jump Starting............56 Preparing Your Vehicle........55 Removing the Jumper Cables......56 Recommended Towing Weights....45 Reduced Engine Performance....51 Refueling............27 Fuel Filler Cap............27 Lighting Control..........11 Replacement Parts Headlamp Flasher..........11...
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Index Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Type Approvals..........150 Maintenance..........137 RF Certification Logos for Tire Pressure Exceptions.............138 Monitoring Sensor(s)........150 Speed Control See: Cruise Control..........37 Starter Switch Under Hood Overview........85 See: Ignition Switch..........22 Starting a Gasoline Engine......22 Using Cruise Control........37 Failure to Start............23 Switching Cruise Control Off......37 Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes....23 Switching Cruise Control On......37...
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Index Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.........97 See: Wipers and Washers........10 Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel......117 Wheels and Tires...........101 Technical Specifications........120 Windshield Washers........10 Windshield Wipers.........10 Wipers and Washers........10 Wrecker Towing See: Transporting the Vehicle......49 Motorhome (TY3) , enUSA, Edition date: 04/2015, Second Printing...
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