1997 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS Owners Manual

Severe Duty Schedule 197
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[BK81400( ALL)09/95]
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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[BK81800( ALL)08/95]
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)08/95]
q
Inspect parking brake system for damage and
operation.
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[BK82502( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
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[BK82504( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
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[BK82506( ALL)08/95]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK82510( ALL)06/95]
(1) Extremely dusty conditions will require more frequent
replacement of your air filter. Check your air filter at
3,000 miles (5,000 km). If it is dirty replace it and then
keep replacing it at the same interval (every 3,000 miles
[5,000 km]). If it's not dirty, check it again at 6,000
miles (10,000 km) and again at 9,000 miles (15,000 km)
until you determine your unique maintenance interval.
Do not go beyond 30,000 miles (50,000 km) 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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[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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198 Severe Duty Schedule
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[BK82541( FM)12/96]
(4) Synthetic oil MUST BE changed at 100,000 miles
(165,000 km) intervals.
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[BK82550( ALL)08/95]
(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)09/95]
(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)08/95]
(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 199
Owner Maintenance
Checks
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[BK82700( ALL)09/95]
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.
*
[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.
*
[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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[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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200 Owner Maintenance Checks
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[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.
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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)06/95]
q
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir.
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[BK84700( ALL)01/95]
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)06/95]
q
Check power steering fluid level.
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[BK85050( ALL)06/95]
q
Check windshield washer spray and wiper
operation. Clean wiper blades with clean
cloth dampened 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)06/95]
q
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug
nuts.
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[BK85400( ALL)04/93]
q
Clean body and door drain holes.
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[BK85500( ALL)04/93]
q
Flush complete underside of vehicle.
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Owner Maintenance Checks 201
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[BK85600( ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect underbody components for damage.
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[BK85900( ALL)04/93]
q
Check parking brake system.
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[BK86000( ALL)01/95]
q
Check headlamp alignment.
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[BK86200( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect seatback latches for proper operation.
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[BK86300( ALL)01/95]
q
Check air pressure in spare tire.
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[BK86400( ALL)01/95]
At least once a year:
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[BK86500( E M)04/93]
q
Lubricate door hinges and checks, and hood
hinges.
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[BK86800( E M)04/93]
q
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
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[BK87000( ALL)01/95]
q
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
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[BK87200( ALL)04/93]
q
Clean battery and terminals, check electrolyte
level on low maintenance (auxiliary and
replacement) batteries.
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202 Owner Maintenance Checks
Notes
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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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204 Index
Battery (continued)
proper disposal, recycling....... 120
replacement, specifications....... 147
servicing............... 119
voltage gauge............14±15
when storing your vehicle....... 154
Brake fluid............... 105
brake warning light........... 11
checking and adding......... 105
description.............. 105
specifications...........105, 149
Brakelamp, bulb replacement....... 141
Brakes.................. 45
adjustment............... 45
anti-lock................ 45
applying the brakes........... 47
brake warning light........... 11
fluid, checking and adding....... 105
fluid, refill capacities.......105, 148
fluid, specifications........105, 149
front disc................ 45
if brakes do not grip well......46±47
master cylinder............ 105
new brake linings............ 8
noise.................. 45
parking................ 47
power braking............. 45
servicing............. 46,105
stopping distances.......... 46,73
when storing your vehicle....... 154
Brake-shift interlock.......... 40,52
Break-in period.............. 8
Brights (high beams)............ 17
Bulbs, replacing, specifications...... 141
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 165
Canada, warranty information....... 4
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 148
Carbon monoxide in exhaust........ 42
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