1996 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS turn signal

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Steering Column Controls
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The controls on the steering column and wheel
are designed to give you easy access to the
controls while you are driving.
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The Turn Signal Lever
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You can use the turn signal lever on the left side
of the steering column to:
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operate the turn signals and cornering lamps
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Turn Signals
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Move the lever up to signal a right turn. Move
it down to signal a left turn. The corresponding
indicator light in the instrument cluster will
flash.
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If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move
the lever back to the center (off) position.
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Turn signal lever and functions
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If the turn indicator light in the instrument
panel does not illuminate or remains on (doesn't
flash) when you signal a turn, the turn signaling
system is malfunctioning. Have this condition
corrected as soon as possible, but make sure that
you use the accepted hand signals in the
meantime.
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High Beams
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To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp
control knob to the headlamp ON position and
push the turn signal lever away from you until
it latches. When the high beams are ON, the
high beam indicator light on the instrument
panel comes on.
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To turn off the high beams, pull the lever
toward you until it latches. The high beam
indicator light turns off.
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Headlamp high beam switch and turn signal lever
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Flashing the Lights
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To flash the headlamps, pull the lever toward
you for a moment and then release it. The
headlamps will flash whether the headlamp
knob is in the on or off position.
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Windshield Wipers and Washer
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To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition
key must be turned to the ON or ACC position.
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Turn the knob on the end of the turn signal
lever toward the front of the vehicle. You can
turn it to either the LO or HI speed position.
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Variable Interval Wipers
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In addition to two speed wipers, your vehicle is
equipped with wipers that you can set to
operate at varying intervals. For example, you
can set the interval so they wipe less often when
it drizzles or more often in heavier rain.
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Interval wiper on turn signal lever
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To set the interval wipers, rotate the knob at the
end of the turn signal lever toward or away
from the instrument panel to the interval
operation you desire.
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Windshield Washer
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To clean the windshield, push in the end of the
wiper knob. For a constant spray, keep the knob
pushed in. After you release the knob, the
wipers operate for two to three cycles before
turning off (if wipers were off) or returning to
the interval selected.
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Tilt Steering
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Never adjust the steering wheel when the
vehicle is moving.
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Turn signal and tilt release wheel lever
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To change the position of the steering
column/wheel, pull the release lever on the
column toward you. Tip the steering wheel to
the desired position. Release the lever to lock the
steering wheel in place.
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Be sure the steering wheel locks in a notch. It is
not infinitely adjustable. Do not adjust the
steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion.
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Speed Control
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Your vehicle has speed control, so you can
automatically maintain a constant speed above
30 mph (50 km/h). The switches to operate the
speed control are on the steering wheel.
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Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or
in Canada the Canadian Radio and
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC)
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206 Owner Maintenance Checks
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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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If any slipping or changes in the operation of
your transmission occur, check the
transmission fluid level.
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Check automatic transmission P (Park)
function.
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Check parking brake.
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Verify proper ªBrakeº bulb check response
when starting vehicle.
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At least monthly:
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Check coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir.
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Check the operation of all exterior lamps,
including the brakelamps, turn signals and
hazard warning flashers.
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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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At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Fall)
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Check power steering fluid level.
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Check windshield washer spray and wiper
operation. Clean wiper blades with clean
cloth dampended with washer fluid.
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Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning
hoses for leaks or damage.
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Check for worn tires and loose wheel lugnuts.
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Clean body and door drain holes.
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216 Index
K
Keys
positions of the ignition......... 9
removing from the ignition....... 10
stuck in lock position.......... 10
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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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Index 219
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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
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Used engine oil, disposal....122, 126, 140
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