1997 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS tires

Severe Duty Schedule 193
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[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.
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[BK76300( ALL)08/95]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
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[BK76450( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK76500( ALL)01/95]
105,000 MILES (175,000 Kilometers)
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[BK76600( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[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.
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[BK76700( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
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[BK76750( ALL)10/95]
q
Change automatic transmission fluid.
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[BK76900( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
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[BK77100( ALL)08/95]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
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[BK77130( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
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[BK77135( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
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[BK77150( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Severe Duty Schedule 195
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[BK78700( ALL)01/95]
114,000 MILES (190,000 Kilometers)
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[BK78800( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK78850( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
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[BK79000( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK79100( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
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[BK79150( 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.
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[BK79200( ALL)08/95]
q
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
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[BK79350( ALL)08/95]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK79400( ALL)01/95]
117,000 MILES (195,000 Kilometers)
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[BK79500( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK79550( ALL)08/95]
four pica chart:0060627-A
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

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.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

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.
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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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[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.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

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.
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[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.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Index 213
Roadside assistance........... 156
Roadside emergencies........... 77
Rotating the tires............ 123
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Safe driving tips............. 73
Safety Compliance Certification Label . . . 5±6
Safety defects, reporting......... 163
Safety information relating to
automotive fuels........... 130
Serial number (VIN)............ 5
Service concerns............ 157
Servicing your vehicle........... 99
precautions when servicing....... 99
servicing when you tow......... 97
Shift-lock system........... 40,52
Shift positions (see Gearshift)........ 51
Spare tire
changing the tire..........87±88
conventional spare........... 87
Spark plugs, specifications........ 147
Special driving conditions......... 73
Special notice............... 5
Specification chart, lubricants....... 149
Speed control
accelerating.............. 33
resetting................ 33
tap up/tap down............ 33
when towing a trailer.......... 70
Speedometer............... 19
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle...... 37
starting a cold engine.......... 39
starting after a collision......... 77
starting a warm engine......... 39
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214 Index
Starting your vehicle (continued)
starting your vehicle if the battery
is disabled.............. 92
Steering, power.............. 49
Steering wheel
horn.................. 29
locking................. 23
tilting................. 30
Storing your vehicle........... 152
T
Tail lamps, bulb replacement....... 141
Tilt steering wheel............. 30
Tires.................. 121
changing................ 87
checking the pressure......... 121
inspection and maintenance...... 121
replacing............... 124
rotating............... 123
spare tire................ 87
storing your vehicle.......... 154
tire grades.............. 124
treadwear.............. 124
wear bands.............. 124
wheel and tire matching........ 128
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing).... 56
Towing your vehicle............ 97
with a tow truck............ 97
Trailer towing............... 56
calculating maximum trailer weight . . 56, 62
tips.................. 70
Transmission
automatic operation........... 51
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) . 117
fluid, refill capacities......... 148
lubricant specifications......... 149
File:ltixm.ex
Update:Fri Dec 13 11:25:54 1996