1996 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS coolant

Severe Duty Schedule 193
*
[BK68700( ALL)01/95]
75,000 MILES (125,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK68800( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK68850( 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.
*
[BK69100( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
*
[BK69200( ALL)04/94]
q
Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.
*
[BK69300( ALL)04/94]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
*
[BK69330( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK69335( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK69350( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK69400( ALL)01/95]
78,000 MILES (130,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK69500( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK69525( ALL)05/95]
q
Change engine coolant every 30,000 miles
(50,000 km) or 36 months.
*
[BK69550( ALL)94/93]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
*
[BK69700( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK69800( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
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Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:47 1995

Severe Duty Schedule 195
*
[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
*
[BK71600( ALL)01/95]
87,000 MILES (145,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK71700( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK71740( ALL)94/93]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
*
[BK71750( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK71800( ALL)01/95]
90,000 MILES (150,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK71900( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[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.
*
[BK72175( ALL)05/95]
q
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
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Severe Duty Schedule 199
*
[BK76300( ALL)08/94]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
*
[BK76450( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK76500( ALL)01/95]
105,000 MILES (175,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK76600( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK76650( 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.
*
[BK76700( ALL)94/93]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
*
[BK76750( ALL)01/95]
q
Change automatic transmission fluid.
*
[BK76900( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
*
[BK77000( ALL)04/94]
q
Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.
*
[BK77100( ALL)04/94]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
*
[BK77130( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK77135( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK77150( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:47 1995

200 Severe Duty Schedule
*
[BK77200( ALL)01/95]
108,000 MILES (180,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK77300( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK77400( ALL)05/95]
q
Change engine coolant every 30,000 miles
(50,000 km) or 36 months.
*
[BK77800( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK77900( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK77950( 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.
*
[BK78000( ALL)08/94]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
*
[BK78450( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK78500( ALL)01/95]
111,000 MILES (185,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK78600( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK78650( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:47 1995

202 Severe Duty Schedule
*
[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.
File:ltbkm.ex
Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:47 1995

206 Owner Maintenance Checks
*
[BK83800( ALL)01/95]
q
When stopping, listen and check for strange
sounds,pulling to one side, increased brake
pedal travel or ªhard to pushº brake pedal.
*
[BK83900( ALL)04/93]
q
If any slipping or changes in the operation of
your transmission occur, check the
transmission fluid level.
*
[BK84000( ALL)04/93]
q
Check automatic transmission P (Park)
function.
*
[BK84100( ALL)04/93]
q
Check parking brake.
[BK84300( M)04/93]
q
Verify proper ªBrakeº bulb check response
when starting vehicle.
*
[BK84400( ALL)01/95]
At least monthly:
*
[BK84600( ALL)01/95]
q
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir.
*
[BK84700( ALL)04/93]
q
Check the operation of all exterior lamps,
including the brakelamps, turn signals and
hazard warning flashers.
*
[BK84800( ALL)04/93]
q
Check for fluid leaks by inspecting the
surface beneath your vehicle for oil, coolant,
or other fluid drips. Clean water from the air
conditioning system is normal.
*
[BK84900( ALL)01/95]
At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Fall)
*
[BK85000( ALL)04/93]
q
Check power steering fluid level.
q
Check windshield washer spray and wiper
operation. Clean wiper blades with clean
cloth dampended with washer fluid.
*
[BK85200( ALL)01/95]
q
Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning
hoses for leaks or damage.
*
[BK85300( ALL)04/93]
q
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lugnuts.
*
[BK85400( ALL)04/93]
q
Clean body and door drain holes.
File:ltbkm.ex
Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:47 1995

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
File:ltixm.ex
Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:52 1995