1996 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS check engine light

Severe Duty Schedule 187
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[BK60600( ALL)04/94]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
*
[BK60630( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK60635( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
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[BK60650( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK60700( ALL)01/95]
48,000 MILES (80,000 Kilometers)
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[BK60800( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK60900( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine coolant initially at 48,000 miles
(80,000 km) or 48 months. Thereafter, change
engine coolant every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or
36 months.
*
[BK61300( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK61400( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK61450( ALL)05/94]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
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Severe Duty Schedule 195
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[BK71350( ALL)05/94]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
*
[BK71400( ALL)08/94]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
*
[BK71550( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK71600( ALL)01/95]
87,000 MILES (145,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK71700( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK71740( ALL)94/93]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
*
[BK71750( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK71800( ALL)01/95]
90,000 MILES (150,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK71900( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK72000( ALL)05/94]
q
Replace air cleaner filter every 30,000 miles
(50,000 km) or 30 months. If operating in dusty
conditions consult your dealer and/or follow severe
duty maintenance schedule. (1)
*
[BK72150( ALL)05/95]
q
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.
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[BK72175( ALL)05/95]
q
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
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Severe Duty Schedule 197
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[BK73710( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK73720( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK73750( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK73800( ALL)01/95]
93,000 MILES (155,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK73900( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK74250( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK74300( ALL)01/95]
96,000 MILES (160,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK74400( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK74500( ALL)94/93]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
*
[BK74900( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK75000( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK75050( ALL)05/94]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
File:ltbkm.ex
Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:47 1995

202 Severe Duty Schedule
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[BK79600( ALL)01/95]
120,000 MILES (200,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK79700( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK79800( ALL)05/95]
q
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.
*
[BK79900( ALL)05/94]
q
Replace air cleaner filter every 30,000 miles
(50,000 km) or 30 months. If operating in dusty
conditions consult your dealer and/or follow severe
duty maintenance schedule. (1)
*
[BK80100( ALL)04/95]
q
Replace spark plugs (Gasoline engines only).
*
[BK80300( ALL)04/93]
q
Replace crankcase emission air filter. If operating
in dusty conditions consult your dealer and/or
follow severe duty maintenance schedule. (4.9L,
5.0L man. trans., and 7.5L only.) (1)
*
[BK80400( ALL)05/95]
q
Replace PCV valve.
*
[BK80500( ALL)06/94]
q
Check thermactor hoses and clamps.
(Recommended, not required.)
*
[BK80600( ALL)05/95]
q
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
*
[BK81000( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK81100( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK81150( ALL)05/94]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
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Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:47 1995

Owner Maintenance Checks 205
Owner Maintenance
Checks
*
[BK82700( ALL)04/93]
The following lists are vehicle checks and
inspections that should be performed by the
owner or qualified service technician at the
frequencies indicated to help ensure safe,
dependable operation of your vehicle.
*
[BK82800( ALL)01/95]
Any adverse conditions should be brought to the
attention of your dealer or qualified service
technician for service advice as soon as possible.
*
[BK82900( ALL)01/95]
These Owner Maintenance Checks are generally
not covered by warranties and you may be
charged for labor, parts and lubricants used.
*
[BK83000( ALL)01/95]
When You Stop for Fuel:
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[BK83100( ALL)01/95]
q
Check the engine oil level.
*
[BK83200( ALL)01/95]
q
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
*
[BK83300( ALL)01/95]
q
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
*
[BK83400( ALL)01/95]
While Operating Your Vehicle:
*
[BK83500( ALL)01/95]
q
Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust
or any smell of exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
*
[BK83600( ALL)04/93]
q
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel.
Notice any increased steering effort or
looseness in the steering wheel, or change in
its straight ahead position.
*
[BK83700( ALL)04/93]
q
Notice if your vehicleconstantly turns
slightlyor ªpullsº to one side when traveling
on smooth, level road.
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Index 209
Index
A
Accessory position on the ignition..... 10
Additives, engine oil.......... 119
Air cleaner filter, specifications...... 164
Alcohol, in fuel............. 114
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 122
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) . . . 95
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . . 91±92
Automatic transmission, fluid, refill capacities 164
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive..... 47
fluid, adding............. 140
fluid, checking............ 139
fluid, refill capacities......... 164
fluid, specification.......... 165
Axle
lubricant specifications........ 165
refill capacities............ 164
B
Backing up................ 50
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery
acid, treating emergencies...... 79,137
charging system warning light...... 26
disconnecting.............. 82
how to service............ 136
jumping a disabled battery....... 79
maintenance-free........... 136
proper disposal, recycling....... 137
replacement, specifications....... 164
voltage gauge............. 27
when storing your vehicle....... 169
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Index 211
Charging system warning light....... 26
Circuit breakers,
checking and replacing........ 155
Cold engine starting............ 13
Controls
instrument panel............ 33
steering column............ 35
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding......... 122
drain and flush............ 127
preparing for storage......... 169
proper solution............ 125
refill capacities............ 128
specifications............. 126
temperature gauge........... 30
Crankcase emission filter......... 164
Customer Assistance Center,
Ford (U.S.)............... 94
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada............. 94
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)..... 33
Daytime running light system....... 34
Defects, reporting............. 99
Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid....138, 140
engine oil.............. 120
power steering fluid......... 143
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)....... 89
Dispute Settlement Board......... 95
Driveline universal joint and slip yoke . . 141
Driving under special conditions
bad weather.............. 60
high speed............... 59
high water............... 60
slippery roads............. 60
tips for safe driving........... 59
towing a trailer............. 62
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212 Index
E
Electrical system
circuit breakers............ 155
fuses................. 147
operating when the engine is off..... 10
Emergencies, roadside
assistance................ 92
battery acid spills......... 79,138
jump-starting.............. 79
towing................. 89
Emergency brake (parking brake)...... 57
Emission control system
emissions warranty........158, 160
Engine
check engine warning light....... 24
fuel injected engine, starting.....11±12
fuel pump shut-off switch........ 16
preparing to start............ 12
refill capacities............ 164
starting............... 9,12
starting after a collision......... 16
storing your vehicle........168±169
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 122
checking hoses............ 127
disposal...........122, 126, 140
drain and flush............ 127
preparing for storage......... 169
proper solution............ 125
recovery reservoir........... 123
refill capacities............ 164
refill procedure............ 128
specifications............. 126
temperature gauge........... 30
Engine coolant temperature gauge..... 30
description............... 30
mechanical............... 30
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Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:52 1995