1997 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS automatic transmission fluid

Severe Duty Schedule 181
*
[BK60000( ALL)01/95]
45,000 MILES (75,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK60100( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK60150( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.
*
[BK60400( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
*
[BK60600( ALL)08/95]
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).
*
[BK60650( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK60700( ALL)01/95]
48,000 MILES (80,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK60800( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[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)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK61400( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Severe Duty Schedule 185
*
[BK66030( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK66035( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
*
[BK66050( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK66100( ALL)01/95]
63,000 MILES (105,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK66200( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK66350( ALL)10/95]
q
Change automatic transmission fluid.
*
[BK66550( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK66600( ALL)01/95]
66,000 MILES (110,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK66700( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK66900( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK67000( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK67050( ALL)09/95]
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:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Severe Duty Schedule 189
*
[BK70600( ALL)01/95]
84,000 MILES (140,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK70700( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK71150( ALL)10/95]
q
Change automatic transmission fluid.
*
[BK71200( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK71300( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK71350( ALL)09/95]
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)08/95]
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)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK71740( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
*
[BK71750( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Severe Duty Schedule 191
*
[BK73000( ALL)08/95]
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)08/95]
q
Inspect parking brake system for damage and
operation.
*
[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
*
[BK73800( ALL)01/95]
93,000 MILES (155,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK73900( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK74250( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
*
[BK74300( ALL)01/95]
96,000 MILES (160,000 Kilometers)
*
[BK74400( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK74500( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
*
[BK74900( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
*
[BK75000( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Severe Duty Schedule 193
*
[BK76250( ALL)09/95]
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.
*
[BK76300( ALL)08/95]
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)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
*
[BK76650( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.
*
[BK76700( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
*
[BK76750( ALL)10/95]
q
Change automatic transmission fluid.
*
[BK76900( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
*
[BK77100( ALL)08/95]
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
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

200 Owner Maintenance Checks
*
[BK83900( ALL)06/95]
q
If any slipping or changes in the operation of
your transmission occur, check the
transmission fluid level.
*
[BK84000( ALL)06/95]
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)06/95]
q
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir.
*
[BK84700( ALL)01/95]
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)06/95]
q
Check power steering fluid level.
*
[BK85050( ALL)06/95]
q
Check windshield washer spray and wiper
operation. Clean wiper blades with clean
cloth dampened with washer fluid.
*
[BK85200( ALL)01/95]
q
Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning
hoses for leaks or damage.
*
[BK85300( ALL)06/95]
q
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug
nuts.
*
[BK85400( ALL)04/93]
q
Clean body and door drain holes.
*
[BK85500( ALL)04/93]
q
Flush complete underside of vehicle.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Index 203
Index
A
Accessory position on the ignition . . . 23±24
Additives, engine oil.......... 101
Air cleaner filter, specifications...... 147
Alcohol, in fuel............. 130
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 107
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description............... 45
see also Brake............. 45
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) . . 159
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . 155±156
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)..... 22
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive . . . 50, 53
fluid, adding............. 118
fluid, checking............ 117
fluid, refill capacities......... 148
fluid, specification.......... 149
Axle
lubricant specifications........ 149
refill capacities............ 148
B
Backing up................ 53
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery................. 119
acid, treating emergencies...... 93,120
charging system warning light...... 14
disconnecting.............. 96
how to service............ 119
jumping a disabled battery....... 92
maintenance-free........... 119
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Update:Fri Dec 13 11:25:54 1996

Index 205
Catalytic converter........... 135
Changing a tire.............. 87
Charging system gauge.......... 15
Charging system warning light....... 14
Circuit breakers
checking and replacing......... 87
see also fuses.............. 79
Cold engine starting............ 39
Coolant (see Engine coolant)....... 107
checking and adding......... 107
preparing for storage......... 153
proper solution............ 109
refill capacities............ 148
specifications...........110, 149
temperature gauge........... 18
warnings............... 107
Cooling fan................ 99
Crankcase emission filter......... 147
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.). . 158
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada..........158, 165
D
Daytime running light system....... 22
Defects, reporting............ 163
Dipstick................ 102
automatic transmission fluid....116, 118
engine oil.............. 102
power steering fluid......... 113
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)....... 97
Dispute Settlement Board........ 159
Doors, lubricant specifications...... 149
Driveline universal joint and slip yoke . . 107
Driving under special conditions...... 73
bad weather.............. 74
high speed............... 73
high water............... 74
slippery roads............. 74
File:ltixm.ex
Update:Fri Dec 13 11:25:54 1996