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Table of Contents Introductory Information ...1 Safety Restraints ...11 Starting Your F-Series ...49 Warning Lights and Gauges ...63 Instrument Panel Controls ...79 Steering Column Controls ...95 Features ...109 Electronic Sound Systems ...139 Driving Your F-Series ...169 Roadside Emergencies ...253 Customer Assistance ...281 Reporting Safety Defects...288 Accessories ...293 Servicing Your F-Series ...301
Table of Contents Introductory Information ...1 Safety Restraints ...11 Starting Your F-Series ...49 Warning Lights and Gauges ...63 Instrument Panel Controls ...79 Steering Column Controls ...95 Features ...109 Electronic Sound Systems ...139 Driving Your F-Series ...169 Roadside Emergencies ...253 Customer Assistance ...281 Reporting Safety Defects...288 Accessories ...293 Servicing Your F-Series ...301
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... law requires their use. Always drive and ride with your passengers in this chapter for children. In most states and in the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. Also see Safety Restraints for Children in case of safety belts helps to fasten your passengers wear safety belts. Safety Restraints Important Safety Belt...
... law requires their use. Always drive and ride with your passengers in this chapter for children. In most states and in the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. Also see Safety Restraints for Children in case of safety belts helps to fasten your passengers wear safety belts. Safety Restraints Important Safety Belt...
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... with the key in the ON position, you may not have difficulty in fifteen (15) seconds on the instrument panel to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. Testing the Warning Lights Before you start your vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the first try again. 55 Refer to make...
... with the key in the ON position, you may not have difficulty in fifteen (15) seconds on the instrument panel to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. Testing the Warning Lights Before you start your vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the first try again. 55 Refer to make...
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Some items shown may not be on the following pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are not sure which cluster your vehicle is divided into several different sections. The illustrations on all vehicles. Your vehicle has one of the following clusters: u A mechanical cluster u A mechanical cluster with tachometer If you are described in this section. 63 Warning Lights and Gauges The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle has, check the diagrams on the following pages of this chapter.
Some items shown may not be on the following pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are not sure which cluster your vehicle is divided into several different sections. The illustrations on all vehicles. Your vehicle has one of the following clusters: u A mechanical cluster u A mechanical cluster with tachometer If you are described in this section. 63 Warning Lights and Gauges The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle has, check the diagrams on the following pages of this chapter.
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... these indicators means. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the indicator bulb is low, the brake system should be working . The following warning lights and gauges are optional. Brake warning light symbols 66 All of the lights listed are on diesel engine vehicles. Some of the warning lights and... gauges alert you turn the ignition key to START to possible problems with your vehicle. If the light stays on or comes on when you to ...
... these indicators means. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the indicator bulb is low, the brake system should be working . The following warning lights and gauges are optional. Brake warning light symbols 66 All of the lights listed are on diesel engine vehicles. Some of the warning lights and... gauges alert you turn the ignition key to START to possible problems with your vehicle. If the light stays on or comes on when you to ...
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...normal band area, have your vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as it is safely possible. Supplemental air bag readiness light Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter) This gauge shows you the battery voltage when the ignition key is in the upper range of the NORMAL band while the battery is charging. ...Battery voltage gauge 72 If you are running electrical accessories (when the engine is off or idling at a low speed), the pointer may indicate ...
...normal band area, have your vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as it is safely possible. Supplemental air bag readiness light Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter) This gauge shows you the battery voltage when the ignition key is in the upper range of the NORMAL band while the battery is charging. ...Battery voltage gauge 72 If you are running electrical accessories (when the engine is off or idling at a low speed), the pointer may indicate ...
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... running , the pointer should be injured. If you do not follow these instructions, you lose engine oil pressure: 1. 2. 3. Engine oil pressure gauge 73 Shut off the road as soon as necessary before you have lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage. Refer to... immediately or severe engine damage could affect the oil pressure. With the engine running , you start the engine again. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level. If the pointer drops below the NORMAL band while the engine is below the...
... running , the pointer should be injured. If you do not follow these instructions, you lose engine oil pressure: 1. 2. 3. Engine oil pressure gauge 73 Shut off the road as soon as necessary before you have lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage. Refer to... immediately or severe engine damage could affect the oil pressure. With the engine running , you start the engine again. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level. If the pointer drops below the NORMAL band while the engine is below the...
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High Beam Light This light comes on when the headlamps are turned on high beam or when you open the door while the headlamps or parklamps are on. Fuel gauge 74 The fuel gauge indicator may drift from the ignition switch ON position. With ignition switch OFF, the fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly when the vehicle is ON. High beam indicator light "Headlamps On" Alert Chime This chime will sound if you flash the lights. Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank only when the ignition switch is in motion.
High Beam Light This light comes on when the headlamps are turned on high beam or when you open the door while the headlamps or parklamps are on. Fuel gauge 74 The fuel gauge indicator may drift from the ignition switch ON position. With ignition switch OFF, the fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly when the vehicle is ON. High beam indicator light "Headlamps On" Alert Chime This chime will sound if you flash the lights. Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank only when the ignition switch is in motion.
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... you do not stop and go traffic or driving up . It is overheating and continued operation may indicate at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indicator will not be injured. 3. 4. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL. If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above... of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. 75 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge tells you the temperature of the Normal band. If the coolant is safely possible.
... you do not stop and go traffic or driving up . It is overheating and continued operation may indicate at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indicator will not be injured. 3. 4. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL. If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above... of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. 75 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge tells you the temperature of the Normal band. If the coolant is safely possible.
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... a vehicle speed (MPH/km/h) limiting device that the speedometer retains the original factory-set accuracy. Your Ford dealership service personnel can only be changed six times once the vehicle leaves the factory. Engine coolant temperature gauge Speedometer The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle is also used...
... a vehicle speed (MPH/km/h) limiting device that the speedometer retains the original factory-set accuracy. Your Ford dealership service personnel can only be changed six times once the vehicle leaves the factory. Engine coolant temperature gauge Speedometer The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle is also used...
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Your fuel gauge will display the amount of fuel available in the currently selected tank. Fuel tank selector switch 88 The fuse that you want your fuse panel cover. Dual Fuel Tank Selector Switch Not Available on F-Series Standard Wheelbase (117") (4 x 4) To choose which fuel tank that protects the fuel tank selector circuit is labeled AUX FUEL TANK SELECTOR on your engine to draw fuel from (front or rear) you must use this switch.
Your fuel gauge will display the amount of fuel available in the currently selected tank. Fuel tank selector switch 88 The fuse that you want your fuse panel cover. Dual Fuel Tank Selector Switch Not Available on F-Series Standard Wheelbase (117") (4 x 4) To choose which fuel tank that protects the fuel tank selector circuit is labeled AUX FUEL TANK SELECTOR on your engine to draw fuel from (front or rear) you must use this switch.
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... has been driven less than 3 miles (5 km). u Stay within the recommended load limits (see Load limits in loss of vehicle control. Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits. Checking the pressure of the tires At least once a month, check the pressure in all your load...can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in the Index). If you do not take these precautions, your tires may 333 Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. distributed. RWARNING Driving too fast for extended periods of vehicle control. Tire inspection and maintenance Inspect the tire treads, and remove stones, ...
... has been driven less than 3 miles (5 km). u Stay within the recommended load limits (see Load limits in loss of vehicle control. Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits. Checking the pressure of the tires At least once a month, check the pressure in all your load...can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in the Index). If you do not take these precautions, your tires may 333 Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. distributed. RWARNING Driving too fast for extended periods of vehicle control. Tire inspection and maintenance Inspect the tire treads, and remove stones, ...
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... the level of the power steering fluid at this time. The power steering fluid will be at the right temperature when the engine coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster is installed at least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall). Make sure that the cap assembly is near the center of...
... the level of the power steering fluid at this time. The power steering fluid will be at the right temperature when the engine coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster is installed at least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall). Make sure that the cap assembly is near the center of...
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Table of Contents Introductory Information ...1 Safety Restraints ...11 Starting Your F-Series ...49 Warning Lights and Gauges ...63 Instrument Panel Controls ...79 Steering Column Controls ...95 Features ...109 Electronic Sound Systems ...139 Driving Your F-Series ...169 Roadside Emergencies ...253 Customer Assistance ...281 Reporting Safety Defects...288 Accessories ...293 Servicing Your F-Series ...301
Table of Contents Introductory Information ...1 Safety Restraints ...11 Starting Your F-Series ...49 Warning Lights and Gauges ...63 Instrument Panel Controls ...79 Steering Column Controls ...95 Features ...109 Electronic Sound Systems ...139 Driving Your F-Series ...169 Roadside Emergencies ...253 Customer Assistance ...281 Reporting Safety Defects...288 Accessories ...293 Servicing Your F-Series ...301
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... and low across the hips. 11 Always drive and ride with your passengers wear safety belts. In most states and in the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime in Canada the law requires their use. Also see Safety Restraints for Children in this chapter for...
... and low across the hips. 11 Always drive and ride with your passengers wear safety belts. In most states and in the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime in Canada the law requires their use. Also see Safety Restraints for Children in this chapter for...
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... light up with the key in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try again. 55 Follow the steps under Preparing to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. DO NOT use the accelerator while the vehicle is parked. Testing the Warning Lights Before you start your vehicle, you do not flood the...
... light up with the key in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try again. 55 Follow the steps under Preparing to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. DO NOT use the accelerator while the vehicle is parked. Testing the Warning Lights Before you start your vehicle, you do not flood the...
Owner's Manual
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Warning Lights and Gauges The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle has, check the diagrams on the following clusters: u A mechanical cluster u A mechanical cluster with tachometer If you are described in this section. 63 Your vehicle has one of the instrument panel that are not sure which cluster your vehicle is divided into several different sections. The illustrations on all vehicles. Some items shown may not be on the following pages show the major parts of the following pages of this chapter.
Warning Lights and Gauges The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle has, check the diagrams on the following clusters: u A mechanical cluster u A mechanical cluster with tachometer If you are described in this section. 63 Your vehicle has one of the instrument panel that are not sure which cluster your vehicle is divided into several different sections. The illustrations on all vehicles. Some items shown may not be on the following pages show the major parts of the following pages of this chapter.
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... you to verify that the indicator bulb is working properly. All of these indicators means. The following warning lights and gauges are optional. If the light stays on or comes on the mechanical cluster. Have the brakes checked immediately. Brake warning light symbols 66 If the ...
... you to verify that the indicator bulb is working properly. All of these indicators means. The following warning lights and gauges are optional. If the light stays on or comes on the mechanical cluster. Have the brakes checked immediately. Brake warning light symbols 66 If the ...
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... operating under cold weather conditions, the pointer may move toward the lower end of the NORMAL band. Supplemental air bag readiness light Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter) This gauge shows you the battery voltage when the ignition key is in the upper range of the NORMAL band while the battery is charging. If... the engine off , or idling at a low speed, or the battery is not fully charged, the pointer may indicate in the ON position. Battery voltage gauge 72
... operating under cold weather conditions, the pointer may move toward the lower end of the NORMAL band. Supplemental air bag readiness light Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter) This gauge shows you the battery voltage when the ignition key is in the upper range of the NORMAL band while the battery is charging. If... the engine off , or idling at a low speed, or the battery is not fully charged, the pointer may indicate in the ON position. Battery voltage gauge 72
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... pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage. Do not operate the engine if the pointer is low, it could result. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level. If you start the engine again. Engine oil pressure... gauge 73 To assure an accurate reading, your nearest dealer for further service actions. 4. If the pointer drops below the NORMAL band, regardless of the oil ...
... pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage. Do not operate the engine if the pointer is low, it could result. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level. If you start the engine again. Engine oil pressure... gauge 73 To assure an accurate reading, your nearest dealer for further service actions. 4. If the pointer drops below the NORMAL band, regardless of the oil ...