1996 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS maintenance schedule

Severe Duty Schedule 183
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[BK55401( ALL)01/95]
27,000 MILES (45,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK55501( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK55550( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK55601( ALL)01/95]
30,000 MILES (50,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK55701( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK55800( 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)
*
[BK55950( 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.
*
[BK55985( 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)
*
[BK56200( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK56300( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK56350( 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 189
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[BK62900( ALL)08/94]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
*
[BK63050( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK63100( ALL)01/95]
57,000 MILES (95,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK63200( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK63250( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK63300( ALL)01/95]
60,000 MILES (100,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK63400( ALL)01/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK63500( 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.
*
[BK63700( 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)
*
[BK63800( ALL)04/93]
q
Replace crankcase emission air filter. If operating
in dusty conditions consult your dealer and/or
follow severe duty maintenance schedule.(1)
*
[BK63900( ALL)05/94]
q
Replace PCV valve. (7)
*
[BK64000( ALL)06/94]
q
Check thermactor hoses and clamps.
(Recommended, not required.)
*
[BK64100( ALL)05/95]
q
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
*
[BK64125( ALL)04/95]
q
Replace spark plugs (Gasoline engines only).
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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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196 Severe Duty Schedule
*
[BK72195( 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)
*
[BK72400( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK72500( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK72550( 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.
*
[BK72600( ALL)08/94]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
*
[BK72800( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
*
[BK72900( ALL)04/94]
q
Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.
*
[BK73000( ALL)04/94]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
*
[BK73100( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings. (2)
*
[BK73200( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect parking brake system for damage and
operation.
*
[BK73650( FM)06/94]
q
Change rear axle lube (F-Super Duty only).
(4)
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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

Severe Duty Schedule 203
*
[BK81200( ALL)08/94]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
*
[BK81400( ALL)05/93]
q
Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball
studs.
*
[BK81600( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
*
[BK81700( ALL)04/94]
q
Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.
*
[BK81800( ALL)04/94]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
*
[BK81900( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings. (2)
*
[BK82000( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect parking brake system for damage and
operation.
*
[BK82450( FM)06/94]
q
Change rear axle lube (F-Super Duty only).
(4)
[BK82502( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
[BK82504( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK82505( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK82510( ALL)05/93]
(1) Extremely dusty conditions will require more frequent
replacement of your air filter. check your air filter at
3,000 miles. If it is dirty replace it and then keep
replacing it at the same interval (every 3,000 miles). If
it's not dirty, check it again at 6,000 miles and again at
9,000 miles until you determine your unique
maintenance interval. Do not go beyond 30,000 miles as
described in the chart. If in doubt, see your dealer.
*
[BK82520( ALL)05/93]
(2) If you operate your vehicle ªoff roadº in water that is
deeper than the hubs (1/2 wheel height) then these
items must be serviced daily.
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Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:47 1995

216 Index
K
Keys
positions of the ignition......... 9
removing from the ignition....... 10
stuck in lock position.......... 10
L
Lamps
bulb replacement specifications chart . . 156
daytime running light system...... 34
flashing the lamps............ 36
hazard flashers............. 38
headlamps............... 33
high beams............... 36
trailer................. 75
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . . . 35
Lights, warning and indicator
brake................. 23
charging system............. 26
check engine.............. 24
high beam............... 29
overdrive off.............. 49
safety belt............... 24
Load limits, trailer towing.......62±63
Lubricant specifications......... 165
Lug nuts, tightening sequence....... 87
M
Maintenance schedule and record..... 173
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 109
Master cylinder, brakes......... 141
Mileage, calculating fuel economy..... 117
Motorcraft parts............. 164
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Update:Tue Jun 20 16:42:52 1995