1996 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS wheel

196 Severe Duty Schedule
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[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)
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[BK72400( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK72500( 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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[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.
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[BK72600( ALL)08/94]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
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[BK72800( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
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[BK72900( ALL)04/94]
q
Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.
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[BK73000( ALL)04/94]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
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[BK73100( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings. (2)
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[BK73200( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect parking brake system for damage and
operation.
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[BK73650( FM)06/94]
q
Change rear axle lube (F-Super Duty only).
(4)
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Severe Duty Schedule 203
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[BK81200( ALL)08/94]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
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[BK81400( ALL)05/93]
q
Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball
studs.
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[BK81600( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
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[BK81700( ALL)04/94]
q
Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.
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[BK81800( ALL)04/94]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
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[BK81900( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings. (2)
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[BK82000( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect parking brake system for damage and
operation.
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[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).
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[BK82505( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[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.
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[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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204 Severe Duty Schedule
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[BK82530( ALL)05/93]
(3) City delivery vehicles and other unique applications that
require constant turning may need more frequent tire
rotation. You may need to develop your own tire
rotation interval based on your own observations of tire
wear. If in doubt, see your dealer.
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[BK82540( FM)06/94]
(4) F-SUPER DUTY APPLICATIONS must change axle lube
every 30,000 miles unless synthetic oil is used. Super
Duty vehicles are NOT equipped with synthetic oil
from the factory. Synthetic oil MUST BE changed at
100K intervals.
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[BK82550( ALL)03/94]
(5) Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to proper torque
specifications at 500 miles/800 km of new vehicle
operation (100 miles/160 km and 500 miles/800 km for
vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels or equipped
for snowplowing). Proper torque specifications are
provided in your Owner Guide. Also retighten to
proper torque specification at 500 miles/800 km after
(1) any wheel change or (2) any other time the wheel
lug nuts have been loosened.
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[BK82560( ALL)05/94]
(6) On dual rear wheel light trucks, rotate the front tires
side-to-side without disturbing the rear tires.
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[BK82575( ALL)05/94]
(7) At 60,000 miles (96,000 km) your dealer will replace the
PCV valve at no cost except on Canada and California
vehicles.
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Owner Maintenance Checks 205
Owner Maintenance
Checks
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[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.
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[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.
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[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.
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[BK83000( ALL)01/95]
When You Stop for Fuel:
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[BK83100( ALL)01/95]
q
Check the engine oil level.
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[BK83200( ALL)01/95]
q
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
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[BK83300( ALL)01/95]
q
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
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[BK83400( ALL)01/95]
While Operating Your Vehicle:
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[BK83500( ALL)01/95]
q
Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust
or any smell of exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
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[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.
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[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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206 Owner Maintenance Checks
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[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.
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[BK83900( ALL)04/93]
q
If any slipping or changes in the operation of
your transmission occur, check the
transmission fluid level.
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[BK84000( ALL)04/93]
q
Check automatic transmission P (Park)
function.
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[BK84100( ALL)04/93]
q
Check parking brake.
[BK84300( M)04/93]
q
Verify proper ªBrakeº bulb check response
when starting vehicle.
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[BK84400( ALL)01/95]
At least monthly:
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[BK84600( ALL)01/95]
q
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir.
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[BK84700( ALL)04/93]
q
Check the operation of all exterior lamps,
including the brakelamps, turn signals and
hazard warning flashers.
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[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.
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[BK84900( ALL)01/95]
At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Fall)
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[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.
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[BK85200( ALL)01/95]
q
Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning
hoses for leaks or damage.
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[BK85300( ALL)04/93]
q
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lugnuts.
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[BK85400( ALL)04/93]
q
Clean body and door drain holes.
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Index 213
Engine knocking............ 113
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter....... 121
checking and adding......... 120
dipstick............... 120
disposal...........122, 126, 140
engine oil pressure gauge........ 28
filter, specifications.......... 164
refill capacities............ 164
specifications............. 119
synthetic oil............. 119
ªbreak-inº oils............. 7
Exhaust fumes.............. 18
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 4
F
Federal Highway Administration
Regulation............... 7
Flashers, hazard.............. 38
Flashing the lights............. 36
Flat tire................. 83
Fluid refill capacities.......... 164
Ford Customer Assistance Center...... 94
Ford Dispute Settlement Board....... 95
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 101
Ford of Canada Customer
Assistance Centre........... 101
Foreign registration........... 100
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles, special notice . . 5
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel
calculating fuel economy....... 117
capacity............... 164
choosing the right fuel........ 112
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 111
filter, specifications.......... 164
fuel gauge............... 29
improving fuel economy....... 118
octane rating............. 112
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218 Index
S
Safe driving tips.............. 59
Safety chains, when towing a trailer..... 74
Safety Compliance Certification Label.... 6
Safety defects, reporting.......... 99
Safety information relating to
automotive fuels........... 115
Serial number (VIN)............ 5
Service concerns.............. 93
Shift-lock system........... 14,49
Spare tire
changing the tire............ 84
conventional spare........... 83
Spark plugs, specifications........ 164
Special driving conditions......... 59
Specification chart, lubricants....... 165
Speed control
accelerating............... 43
canceling a set speed.......... 45
resetting................ 43
resuming a set speed.......... 45
when towing a trailer.......... 75
Speedometer............... 31
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle...... 12
starting a cold engine.......... 13
starting after a collision......... 16
starting a warm engine......... 13
Steering, power.............. 53
Steering wheel
horn.................. 39
tilting................. 40
Storing your vehicle........... 168
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Index 219
T
Tail lamps, bulb replacement....... 156
Tilt steering wheel............ 40
Tires
changing................ 83
checking the pressure......... 129
inspection and maintenance...... 130
replacing............... 132
rotating............... 131
spare tire............... 83
storing your vehicle.......... 170
treadwear.............. 132
wear bands............. 132
wheel and tire matching........ 136
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing).... 62
Towing your vehicle........... 89
with a tow truck............ 89
Trailer towing.............. 62
calculating maximum trailer weight . . . 62
Transmission, fluid, refill capacities.... 164
Transmission
automatic operation........... 48
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)............ 139
fluid, refill capacities......... 164
lubricant specifications........ 165
Transmission control switch........ 50
Tune-up specifications (VECI)...... 160
Turn signal, lever............. 35
U
Used engine oil, disposal....122, 126, 140
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