1997 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS transmission

117 [MC21650( ALL)01/96]
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Accumulating 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or more
per month.
[MC21700( ALL)01/96]
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Continuous operation and/or extensive idling
(a delivery service as an example).
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[MC21750( ALL)01/96]
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Operating in severe dust conditions.
[MC21800( ALL)01/96]
NOTE: Use of a transmission fluid other than
specified could result in transmission
malfunction and/or failure. Refer to
ªAdding automatic transmission fluidº,
ªRefill capacitiesº and ªlubricant
specificationsº for further information.
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[MC21850( ALL)01/96]
Checking the Automatic Transmission
Fluid
[MC21875( ALL)01/96]
Transmission fluid should be checked at least
twice a year.
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[MC21900( ALL)01/96]
It is preferable to check the transmission fluid
level at normal operating temperature
150ÊF-170ÊF (66ÊC-77ÊC),after approximately 20
miles (30 km) of driving. However, if necessary,
you can check the fluid level without having to
drive 20 miles (30 km) to obtain a normal
operating temperature if outside temperatures
are above50ÊF (10ÊC).
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[MC21950( ALL)01/96]
NOTE: If the vehicle has been operated for an
extended period at high speeds or in
city traffic during hot weather, or
pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be
turned off for about 30 minutes to
allow the fluid to cool before checking.
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[MC22000( ALL)01/96]
With the vehicle on a level surface, start the
engine and move the transmission shift selector
through all of the gear ranges allowing sufficient
time for each position to engage. Securely latch
the transmission shift selector in the P (Park)
position, fully set the parking brake and leave
the engine running.
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118
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[MC22100( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Your vehicle should not be driven if the
fluid level is below the bottom hole on
the dipstick and outside temperatures are
above50ÊF (10ÊC).
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[MC22150( ALL)01/96]
Wipe off the dipstick cap, pull the dipstick out
and wipe the indicator end clean. Put the
dipstick back into the filler tube and make sure
it is fully seated. Pull the dipstick out and read
the fluid level.
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[MC22200( ALL)01/96]
When checking fluid at normal operating
temperature, the fluid level should be within the
crosshatched area on the dipstick. When the
vehicle has not been driven, and outside
temperature is above50ÊF (10ÊC), thefluid level
should be between the holes on the dipstick.
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[MC22250( ALL)01/96]
Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid
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[MC22300( ALL)01/96]
The fluid type is stamped on the dipstick.
Before adding any fluid, be sure that the
correct type will be used.
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[MC22350( ALL)01/96]
Add fluid in 1/2 pint (.25L) increments through
the filler tube to bring the level to the correct
area on the dipstick. If an overfill occurs, excess
fluid should be removed by a qualified
technician.
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[MC22400( ALL)01/96]
NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive
fluids in a responsible manner. Follow
your community's standards for
disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out
about recycling automotive fluids.
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119 [MC22450(B FM)01/96]
one third page art:0020946-A
Automatic transmission dipstick
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[MC23200( ALL)01/96]
Battery
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[MC23250( ALL)01/96]
Your vehicle may have a Motorcraft
maintenance-free battery. When the original
equipment battery is replaced under warranty, it
may be replaced by a Motorcraft
Low-Maintenance Battery.
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[MC23300( ALL)01/96]
The Low-Maintenance Battery has removable
vent caps for checking the electrolyte level and
for adding water, if necessary. The electrolyte
level should be checked at least every 24 months
or 24,000 miles (40,000 km) in temperatures up
to 90ÊF (32ÊC) andmore often in temperatures
above90ÊF (32ÊC).Keep the electrolyte level in
each cell up to the level indicator. Do not
overfill.
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[MC23350( ALL)01/96]
If the level gets low, you can add tap water to
the battery, provided the water isn't hard or
doesn't have a high mineral or alkali content.
However, if possible you should refill the battery
with distilled water. If the battery needs water
quite often, have the charging system checked
for a possible malfunction.
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139 %
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[MC39800( ALL)01/96]
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
Testing
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[MC39825( ALL)01/96]
In some localities it may become a legal
requirement to pass an
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) II system. If the
vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has
just been serviced, the OBD II system is reset to
a not ready for I/M testing condition. To
prepare for I/M testing, the law specifies a
ªneed for additional mixed city and highway
driving to complete the checkº of the OBD II
system. As soon as all of the OBD II system
checks are successfully completed, the OBD II
system is set to the ready condition. The amount
of driving required to reach the ready condition
varies with individual driving patterns. To
complete this requirement in the minimum
amount of time, refer to the OBD II Drive Cycle
defined below. If the vehicle owner cannot or
does not want to do the additional driving
required by law, a service center can perform
this drive cycle as it would any other type of
repair work.
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[MC39850( ALL)01/96]
OBD II Drive Cycle
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[MC39875( ALL)01/96]
The engine must be warmed up and at
operating temperature before proceeding with
the drive modes of the following OBD II Drive
Cycle.
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[MC39900( ALL)01/96]
1. Start the engine. Drive or idle (in neutral)
the vehicle for 4 minutes.
[MC39925( ALL)01/96]
2. Idle the vehicle in drive (neutral for manual
transmission) for 40 seconds.
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[MC39950( ALL)01/96]
3. Accelerate the vehicle to 45 mph (70 km/h)
at 1/4 to 1/2 throttle for 10 seconds.
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[MC39975( ALL)01/96]
4. Drive the vehicle with a steady throttle at
45 mph (70 km/h) for 30 seconds.
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[MC40000( ALL)01/96]
5. Idle the vehicle in Drive (Neutral for manual
transmissions) for 40 seconds.
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[MC40025( ALL)01/96]
6. Continue to drive the vehicle in city traffic at
speeds between 25 and 40 mph
(40-60 km/h) for 15 minutes. During the 15
minute drive cycle the following modes must
be achieved:
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[MC40050( ALL)01/96]
a. at least 5 stop and idle modes at 10
seconds each
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[MC40075( ALL)01/96]
b. acceleration from idles at 1/4 to 1/2
throttle position, and
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[MC40100( ALL)01/96]
c. choose 3 different speeds to do 1.5
minute steady state throttle drives.
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[MC40125( ALL)01/96]
7. Accelerate the vehicle up to between 45 and
60 mph (70-100 km/h). This should take
approximately 5 minutes.
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[MC40150( ALL)01/96]
8. Drive vehicle and hold the throttle steady at
the selected speed between 45 and 60 mph
(70-100 km/h) for approximately 5 minutes.
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[MC40175( ALL)01/96]
9. Drive the vehicle for 5 minutes at varying
speeds between 45 and 60 mph
(70-100 km/h).
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[MC40200( ALL)01/96]
10. Bring the vehicle back to idle. Idle in Drive
for 40 seconds.
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[MC40225( ALL)01/96]
11. OBD II drive cycle has been completed.
Vehicle can be turned off when convenient.
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Severe Duty Schedule 173
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[BK50100( ALL)01/95]
3,000 MILES (5,000 Kilometers)
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[BK50200( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK50450( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK50501( ALL)01/95]
6,000 MILES (10,000 Kilometers)
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[BK50601( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK50650( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
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[BK50801( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK50901( 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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[BK50910( 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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[BK51001( 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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[BK51150( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

174 Severe Duty Schedule
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[BK51201( ALL)01/95]
9,000 MILES (15,000 Kilometers)
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[BK51301( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK51350( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK51401( ALL)01/95]
12,000 MILES (20,000 Kilometers)
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[BK51501( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK52001( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK52101( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK52110( 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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[BK52201( EFM)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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[BK52350( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Severe Duty Schedule 175
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[BK52401( ALL)01/95]
15,000 MILES (25,000 Kilometers)
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[BK52501( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK52550( 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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[BK52601( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
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[BK52801( ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
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[BK53001( ALL)08/95]
q
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not
required for California Certified Vehicles).
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[BK53030( FM)02/95]
q
Check spring U-bolt torque (F-Super Duty).
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[BK53035( FM)02/95]
q
Inspect parking brake fluid (F-Super Duty).
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[BK53050( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK53101( ALL)01/95]
18,000 MILES (30,000 Kilometers)
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[BK53201( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK53501( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK53601( ALL)06/95]
q
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
*
[BK53610( 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