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Ford 1996 E150 Owner's Manual

Ford 1996 E150 Owner's Manual (389 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 3 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
Introductory Information
4
Safety Restraints
14
Starting Your Econoline
58
Warning Lights and Gauges
70
- Mechanical Cluster View
  71
- The Mechanical Cluster
  72
- Brake System Warning Light
  72
- Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
  73
- Check Engine Warning Light
  74
- Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
  74
- Check Engine Warning Light Symbol View
  75
- Charging System Light
  77
- Supplemental Air Bag Readiness Light and Tone Generator
  77
- Anti-Theft Alarm Light (if Equipped)
  78
- Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter)
  78
- Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
  79
- High Beam Light
  80
- "Headliamps On" Alert Chime
  80
- Fuel Gauge
  80
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  81
- Speedometer
  82
- Odometer/Trip Odometer
  83
Instrument Panel Controls
84
Steering Column Controls
101
- High Beams
  102
- Flashing the Lights
  103
- Windshield Wipers and Washer
  103
- Variable Interval Wipers
  104
- Windshield Washer
  104
- Interval Wiper on Turn Signal Lever Diagram
  104
- Hazard Flasher
  105
- Horn
  106
- Tilt Steering (if Equipped)
  107
- Speed Control (if Equipped)
  108
- Accelerating with the Speed Control Operating
  110
- Resetting the Speed Control
  110
- Turning the Speed Control off
  111
- Driving Uphill or on a Steep Grade
  112
- Resuming a Set Speed
  113
- Doors
  114
- Anti-Theft Front Door Lock Knobs
  114
- Side Double Doors (if Equipped)
  114
Features
114
Driving Your Econoline
195
- The Positions of the Column-Mounted Gearshift
  196
- Driving
  197
- R (Reverse)
  197
- When to Use D (Drive)/2 (Second)
  197
- When to Use 1 (Low)
  198
- P (Park)
  198
- Automatic Transmission Operation (E40D and 4R70W)
  199
- Forced Downshifts
  199
- Power Braking
  199
- Putting Your Vehicle in Gear (E40D and 4R70W)
  200
- The Positions of the Column-Mounted Gearshift (E40D and 4R70W)
  201
- Transmission Control Switch and Indicator Light (Located on the Gearshift Lever)
  201
- R (Reverse) (E40D and 4R70W)
  202
- Driving (E40D and 4R70W)
  203
- When to Use J (Overdrive)
  203
- When to Use Drive
  203
- When to Use 2 (Second)/When to Use 1 (Low)
  204
- P (Park) (E40D and 4R70W)
  205
- Forced Downshifts (E40D and 4R70W)
  205
- Power Braking (E40D and 4R70W)
  205
- Steering Your Vehicle
  206
- Brakes
  206
- Front Disc Brakes
  206
- Rear Drum Brakes
  207
- Rear Disc Brakes (Econoline Super Duty Only)
  207
- Hydraulic Power Brakes
  207
- Anti-Lock Brake System (if Equipped)
  208
- Rear Anti-Lock Brakes (if Equipped)
  208
- Hydraulic Brake Booster System (Hydro Boost)
  208
- Using Anti-Lock Brakes
  209
- 4WABS Driver Warning Light
  210
- If Brakes Do Not Grip Well or Pedal Is "Low"
  211
- If Brakes Pull
  211
- Using the Parking Brake
  212
- Stopping Distances
  212
- Applying the Brakes
  212
- Driving under Special Conditions
  214
- Tips for Safe Driving
  214
- Wheel Spin
  215
- High Speed Driving
  215
- Speed Limiter
  215
- Traction-Lok Rear Axle
  216
- Slippery Roads
  216
- Driving in Bad Weather
  216
- High Water
  217
- Rocking the Vehicle
  218
- Driving with a Heavy Load
  218
- Vehicle/Trailer Loads
  219
- Trailer Towing (May Require Trailer Tow Option Package)
  219
- Vehicle Loading/Towing Information
  220
- Safety Compliance Certification Label
  221
- Understanding Loading/Towing Information
  222
- Base Curb Weight
  222
- Payload
  222
- Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
  223
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
  223
- Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
  223
- GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
  224
- Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
  225
- Maximum Trailer Weight
  225
- Trailer Weight Range
  225
- Calculating the Load
  225
- Sample Label
  226
- Actual Weights
  227
- Trailers
  228
- Rear Axle Codes
  230
- Engine Type, Displacement, Cylinders, Fuel Type and Manufacturer (VIN Position 8) Table
  231
- Automatic Transmissions Table
  232
- Required Equipment for Towing
  237
- Preparing to Tow
  237
- Hitches
  237
- Trailer Brakes
  238
- Safety Chains
  238
- Trailer Tow/Step Bumper
  238
- Trailer Lamps
  239
- Driving While You Tow
  239
- Servicing Your Vehicle if You Tow
  240
- Trailer Towing Tips
  240
- To Start, after Being Parked on a Grade
  242
- Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
  243
Roadside Emergencies
243
- Preparing Your Vehicle
  244
- Connecting the Jumper Cables
  245
- Jump-Starting
  246
- Changing a Tire
  247
- Removing Jumper Cables
  247
- The Conventional Spare Tire
  247
- Spare Tire Location
  248
- To Remove the Spare Tire
  248
- To Stow Spare Tire
  249
- Preparing to Change the Tire
  250
- Jack Handle and Wrench Stowage
  251
- Removing and Replacing the Tire
  252
- Jacking Point
  253
- Instructions for Jacking a Wheel
  253
- Single/Dual Rear Wheel Nut
  255
- Lug Nut in Tightening Sequence
  255
- If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start after Collision
  257
- The Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  257
- Towing Your Vehicle
  258
- Roadside Assistance
  259
Customer Assistance
259
- Service/Maintenance Concerns (US or Canada)
  260
- How to Use Roadside Assistance
  260
- If You Have a Service Problem
  260
- The Dispute Settlement Board (US Only)
  262
- How Does the Board Work?
  263
- How Do You Contact the Board?
  264
- What Is the Review Process?
  265
Reporting Safety Defects
266
Accessories
270
- Safety, Comfort and Convenience Accessories
  271
- Fleet Owners Sesrvice Technicians
  273
Servicing Your Econoline
277
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  278
- Working with the Engine Off/On
  279
- Opening the Hood
  279
- Hood Release Handle
  280
- Hood and Support
  280
- Engine Compartment
  281
- 4.9L Engine Compartment Service Points
  282
- 5.0L/5.8L Engine Compartment Service Points
  283
- 7.5L Engine Compartment Service Points
  284
- Filling the Fuel Tank
  285
- Cleaning the Engine
  285
- Opening the Fuel Filler Door
  286
- Removing the Fuel Cap
  286
- Choosing the Right Fuel
  287
- Octane Recommendations
  288
- Typical Octane Rating Label
  288
- Gasolines for Clean Air
  289
- Fuel Quality
  289
- Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels
  290
- Filling the Fuel Tank Properly
  292
- Running out of Fuel
  293
- Fuel Economy
  293
- Comparisons with EPA Fuel Economy Estimates
  294
- Improving Fuel Economy
  294
- Engine Oil Recommendations
  295
- Checking and Adding Engine Oil
  296
- Checking the Engine Oil Level
  296
- Engine Oil Dipstick
  297
- Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter
  298
- Oil Change Intervals
  298
- Engine Coolant/Checking the Engine Coolant
  299
- Checking Engine Coolant Radiator Level
  300
- Adding Engine Coolant
  300
- Freezing Protection
  301
- Checking Hoses
  303
- Engine Coolant Drain and Flush
  304
- Engine Coolant Refill Procedure
  304
- Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers
  306
- Adding Washer Fluid
  306
- Windshield Washer Reservoir
  306
- Wiper Blades
  307
- Tires
  308
- Wiper Blade Replacement
  308
- Checking the Pressure of the Tires
  309
- Tire/Wheel Inspection and Maintenance
  309
- Traction-Lok Rear Axle (if Equipped)
  310
- Tire Rotation
  310
- Tire Rotation Pattern Diagram
  311
- Replacing the Tires
  313
- Wear Band
  313
- Tire Size Designation
  315
- Wheel and Tire Matching
  316
- Snow Tires and Chains
  316
- Battery
  317
- Cleaning the Wheels
  317
- Auxiliary Battery (Optional - Low-Maintenance)
  318
- Checking the Fluid Level
  318
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
  320
- Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid
  321
- Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid
  322
- Automatic Transmissio Dipstick
  322
- Automatic Transmissio Dipstick Location Diagram
  323
- Brake Fluid
  324
- Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
  324
- Brake Master Cylinder View
  325
- Power Steering Fluid
  326
- Power Steering Dipstick and Reservoir Views
  327
- Fuses, Fuse Links and Circuit Breakers
  329
- Fuses/Circuit Breakers and Their Locations Diagram
  330
- Power Distribution Box
  334
- Non-Fuse Panel Circuit Protection
  336
- Checking and Replacing Fuses
  336
- The Side View of a Fuse
  336
- Circuit Breakers
  337
- Lights and Bulb Replacement
  338
- Headlamp Bulb
  339
- Hi Series (Aerodynamic)
  339
- Parts of a Headlamp Diagram
  339
- Removing/Installing the Headlamp Bulb
  340
- E-15- - E-350 Without Cargo Lamp Attached
  341
- High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
  341
- E-15- - E-350 with Cargo Lamp Attached
  342
- Replacing the Stop Lamp Bulb
  342
- Bulb Specifications
  343
- Emission Control System
  344
- Rear Lighting Wire Functions Table
  344
- Do Not Tamper with the Noise Control System
  347
- Maintenance
  348
- Readingess for Inspection/Maintenance Testing
  349
- OBD II Drive Cycle
  349
- Refill Capacities
  351
- Motorcraft Parts
  354
- Lubricant Specifications
  355
- Body Storage
  359
- Vehicle Storage
  359
- Maintenance Tips
  359
- Engine/Fuel System/Cooling System Storage
  360
- Battery/Brakes/Ties Storage
  361
- Quick Index
  362
- Warning Labels Locations
  362
- Front Exterior View
  363
- Rear Exterior View
  364
- Entrance View
  365
- Driver's Door
  366
- Instrument Panel
  367
- Instrument Cluster
  368
- Alphabetical Index
  369
- Reporting Safety Defects
  383

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