1997 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS warning light

82 [ER01250( M)01/96]
sixteen pica chart:0020731-E
[ER01300( ALL)01/96]
Power Distribution Box
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[ER01350( ALL)01/96]
The high current fuses contained in the Power
Distribution Box protect your vehicle's main
electrical systems from overloads; these fuses
provide the connection between the battery and
your vehicle's electrical systems.
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[ER01400( ALL)01/96]
The high current fuses are coded as follows: 30
amp -light green, 40 amp - orange, 50 amp - red,
60 amp -blue.
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[ER01450( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Always disconnect the battery before
servicing high current fuses.
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[ER01500( ALL)01/96]
Ford recommends that high current fuses be
replaced by a qualified technician.
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89 [ER11100( M)01/96]
RWARNING
Use of an improper jack could result in
personal injury if jack slippage occurs.
[ER13300( M)01/96]
2. To raise front wheels, position jack under
bracket in front of axle, as shown.
[ER13400( M)01/96]
3. To raise rear wheels, position jack under
axle, against edge of spring bracket.
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[ER14400( FM)01/96]
one third page art:0020725-A
Positioning the jack
[ER14700( M)01/96]
NOTE: Remove wheelcover/hubcaps from
wheels as necessary to access the lug
nuts.
[ER14800( M)01/96]
q
Use a jack to raise the vehicle slightly. Loosen
the wheel lug nuts, but do not remove them
until the tire is raised off the ground.
[ER14900( M)01/96]
q
Raise the vehicle until the wheel is clear of
the ground. Finish removing the wheel lug
nuts and wheel.
[ER15000( M)01/96]
F-Super Duty Motorhome Chassis uses
two-element swiveling lug nuts (and wheels
designed to accommodate such lug nuts).
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92 % [ER18400( M)01/96]
eight pica chart:0020726-A
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[ER19300( ALL)01/96]
Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
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[ER19400( ALL)01/96]
Your vehicle's battery may die if you leave the
lights on or any electrical equipment on after
you turn the engine off. If this happens, you
may be able to jump-start your vehicle with a
booster battery.
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[ER19450( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
The gases around the battery can explode
if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit
cigarettes. An explosion could result in
injury or vehicle damage.
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[ER19500( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
To protect yourself when charging a
battery, always shield your face and eyes.
Make sure that you can breathe fresh air.
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[ER19550( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Applying too much pressure on the ends
when lifting a battery could cause acid to
spill. Lift the battery with a carrier or
with your hands on the opposite corners.
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105
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[MC09600( ALL)01/96]
Brake Fluid
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[MC09625( ALL)01/96]
Your vehicle is equipped with a brake fluid level
indicator in the master cylinder which lights the
BRAKE warning light on the instrument panel
when the brake fluid level is low.
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[MC09650( ALL)01/96]
Under normal circumstances, your vehicle
should not use up brake fluid rapidly. However,
expect the level of the brake fluid to slowly fall
as you put more mileage on your vehicle and
the brake lining wears.
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[MC09675( ALL)01/96]
Check the brake fluid at least once a year. You
can do this by looking at the fluid level in the
plastic brake fluid reservoir on the master
cylinder. The fluid level should be at or near the
MAX mark.
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[MC09700( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Brake fluid is toxic.
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[MC09725( ALL)01/96]
If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical
attention if irritation persists. If taken internally,
drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical
attention immediately.
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[MC09750( ALL)01/96]
If the fluid is low, carefully clean and remove
the filler cap from the reservoir. Fill the
reservoir to the MAX line with Ford High
Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB
or DOT 3 equivalent fluid meeting Ford
specification ESA-M6C25-A.
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[MC09775( ALL)01/96]
NOTE: If brake fluid is spilled on painted
surfaces, it must be flushed and wiped
away immediately. Brake fluid may
dissolve the paint finish on your
vehicle.
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127 [MC27600( M)01/96]
RWARNING
Use only wheel assemblies approved and
released by Ford Motor Company for your
vehicle model.
[MC27650( M)01/96]
A wheel or tire of the wrong size or type may
adversely affect such things as load carrying
capacity, wheel and bearing life, brake cooling,
speedometer/odometer calibration, stopping
ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle
ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance
to the body and chassis. Replacement with used
wheels is not advised: they may have been
treated harshly or have high mileage, and they
could fail without warning.
[MC27700( M)01/96]
The use of wheels with load carrying limits
higher than the limits of the wheels originally
installed on your vehicle does not in itself
increase the GAWR or GVWR of the vehicle.
[MC27750( M)01/96]
RWARNING
Use only wheel assemblies approved and
released by Ford Motor Company for your
vehicle model.
[MC27800( M)01/96]
RWARNING
Alterations to the vehicle suspension or
steering by raising the chassis (i.e., use of
aftermarket ªlift kitsº) may adversely
affect vehicle handling and braking
performance.
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130 %
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[MC32800( ALL)01/96]
Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes
knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily
under most driving conditions on the
recommended octane rated fuel, see your dealer
or a qualified service technician to prevent any
engine damage.
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[MC32900( ALL)01/96]
Fuel quality
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[MC33000( ALL)01/96]
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or
hesitation problems, try a different brand of fuel.
If the condition persists, see your dealer or a
qualified service technician.
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[MC33100( ALL)01/96]
It should not be necessary to add any
aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you
continue to use a high-quality fuel.
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[MC34000( ALL)01/96]
Gasolines for clean air
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[MC34100( ALL)01/96]
Ford approves the use of gasolines, including
those reformulated, that contain oxygenates such
as ethanol (10% maximum) and MTBE (15%
maximum). If methanol is used, the gasoline
should contain no more than 5% with
co-solvents.
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[MC34400( ALL)01/96]
Safety Information Relating to Automotive
Fuels
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[MC34500( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Automotive fuels can cause serious injury
or death if misused or mishandled.
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[MC34600( ALL)01/96]
Gasoline and other automotive fuels are
extremely flammable. Turn your vehicle off and
do not smoke while refueling your vehicle. Keep
sparks and other sources of ignition away from
fuels.
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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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