1997 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS brake

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]
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Check the engine oil level.
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[BK83200( ALL)01/95]
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Check the windshield washer fluid level.
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[BK83300( ALL)01/95]
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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]
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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]
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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]
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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]
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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]
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Check parking brake.
[BK84300( M)04/93]
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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]
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Check coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir.
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[BK84700( ALL)01/95]
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Check the operation of all exterior lamps,
including the brakelamps, turn signals and
hazard warning flashers.
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[BK84800( ALL)04/93]
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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]
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Check power steering fluid level.
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[BK85050( ALL)06/95]
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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]
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Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning
hoses for leaks or damage.
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[BK85300( ALL)06/95]
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Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug
nuts.
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[BK85400( ALL)04/93]
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Clean body and door drain holes.
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[BK85500( ALL)04/93]
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Flush complete underside of vehicle.
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

Owner Maintenance Checks 201
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[BK85600( ALL)04/93]
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Inspect underbody components for damage.
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[BK85900( ALL)04/93]
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Check parking brake system.
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[BK86000( ALL)01/95]
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Check headlamp alignment.
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[BK86200( ALL)06/95]
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Inspect seatback latches for proper operation.
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[BK86300( ALL)01/95]
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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]
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Lubricate door hinges and checks, and hood
hinges.
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[BK86800( E M)04/93]
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Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
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[BK87000( ALL)01/95]
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Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
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[BK87200( ALL)04/93]
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Clean battery and terminals, check electrolyte
level on low maintenance (auxiliary and
replacement) batteries.
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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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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206 Index
Driving under special conditions (continued)
tips for safe driving........... 73
towing a trailer............. 56
E
Electrical system
circuit breakers............. 87
fuses................ 79,85
operating when the engine is off..... 24
Emergencies, roadside
assistance............... 156
battery acid spills......... 92,120
fuel................. 130
jump-starting.............. 92
towing................. 97
Emergency brake (parking brake)...... 47
Emission control system......... 135
catalytic converter........... 135
emissions warranty....... 4,135, 137
Engine
check engine warning light....... 12
does not start.............. 77
fuel injected engine, starting.....37±38
fuel pump shut-off switch........ 77
preparing to start............ 37
refill capacities............ 148
starting................. 38
starting after a collision......... 77
storing your vehicle........152±153
Engine coolant............. 107
checking and adding......... 107
disposal...........104, 110, 118
preparing for storage......... 153
proper solution............ 109
recovery reservoir........... 108
refill capacities............ 148
specifications...........110, 149
temperature gauge........... 18
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Index 211
Lamps (continued)
headlamps............... 21
high beams.............. 26
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . . . 25
Lights, warning and indicator
brake................. 11
charging system............ 14
check engine.............. 12
engine oil pressure........... 16
hazard warning light.......... 28
high beam............... 17
oil pressure.............. 16
overdrive off.............. 51
safety belt............... 12
service engine soon........... 12
turn signal indicator.......... 25
Load limits, trailer towing.......56±57
Lubricant specifications......... 149
Lug nuts................. 88
tightening sequence......... 88,90
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet).......... 4
Maintenance (see Servicing)........ 99
Master cylinder, brakes......... 105
Methanol in fuel............ 130
Mileage, calculating fuel economy.... 133
Motorcraft parts............. 147
N
National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration......... 163
New vehicle break-in........... 8
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212 Index
O
Octane rating.............. 129
Odometer................. 20
description............... 20
trip odometer.............. 20
Oil filter..............104, 147
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 101
Oil viscosity.............. 101
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 139
Overdrive................. 53
Overseas offices............. 164
P
Parking brake
operation................ 47
warning light.............. 11
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)........ 147
PCV valve, specifications......... 147
Power steering
dipstick............... 113
driving with power steering....... 49
fluid, checking and adding....... 113
fluid, refill capacity.......... 148
fluid, specifications........114, 149
servicing................ 49
R
Rear axle
lubricant specification......... 149
refill capacity............. 148
Refill capacities for fluids........ 148
Regulations, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 163
Reporting safety defects......... 163
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints),
adult.................. 1
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