1997 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS ECO mode

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[GF01500( ALL)01/96]
The brake light in the instrument cluster will
light for low brake fluid in the common brake
fluid reservoir.
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[GF01550( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
An increase in pedal travel will result in
reduced braking capability. The brake
system should be checked immediately.
[GF01600( E M)01/96]
Hydraulic Brake Booster System
(Hydro Boost)
[GF01650( E M)01/96]
The Hydro Boost system receives its source of
power from the power steering system pump.
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[GF02900(BE M)01/96]
If Brakes Do Not Grip Well or Pedal is
ªLowº
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[GF03050( ALL)01/96]
If during normal operation the brake pedal
seems ªlowº, it may indicate the need for a
brake system inspection and/or service. You
should have your brakes checked as soon as
possible.
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[GF03100( ALL)01/96]
Occasional brake squeal during light to moderate
stops does not affect the function of the brake
system and is normal. However, if the squeal
becomes annoyingly loud or increases
significantly in frequency of occurrence, return
the vehicle to your dealer for inspection.
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[GF03400( ALL)01/96]
Stopping Distances
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[GF03450( ALL)01/96]
Stopping distances vary with different loads and
driving conditions. Use caution when
encountering new conditions and acquaint
yourself with vehicle performance. Take full
advantage of engine braking power when
slowing down.
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[GF07975( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL
YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS
ARE WORKING.
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[GF08000( ALL)01/96]
R (Reverse)
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[GF08025( ALL)01/96]
With the gearshift in the R (Reverse) position,
the vehicle will move backward. You should
always come to a complete stop before shifting
into or out of R (Reverse).
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[GF08050( ALL)01/96]
Driving
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[GF08075( ALL)01/96]
When to usej(Overdrive)
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[GF08100( ALL)01/96]
This is the normal driving position. As the
vehicle picks up speed, automatic upshifts to
second, third and fourth gears will occur when
jOverdrive is chosen on the selector and the
transmission control switch has not been
pressed. The transmission will shift into the
correct gear when the right speed is achieved,
for the accelerator pedal position you have
chosen.
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[GF08125( ALL)01/96]
When to use Drive
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[GF08150( ALL)01/96]
You will note that there isn't a drive position on
your gearshift indicator. However, you will find
a Transmission Control Switch and an indicator
light labeled ªOverdriveº located on the end of
the gearshift lever. Press this switch and the
word ªOFFº will illuminate on the shift lever
knob. With the word ªOFFº illuminated, the
transmission will operate in gears one through
three. Operating in the Overdrive ªOFFº mode
gives more engine braking than Overdrive and
is useful for descending hills or when towing.
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quarter page art:0020771-CTransmission Control Switch and indicator light (located
on the gearshift lever)
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[GF08200( ALL)01/96]
To return the transmission to the normalj
Overdrive operation, press the transmission
control switch again. The Transmission Control
Indicator Light will not be illuminated when
Overdrive operation resumes. This switch may
be used to select O/D ON or O/D OFF any
time the vehicle is being driven.
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[GF08225( ALL)01/96]
When starting your vehicle, the overdrive system
will automatically be in the normal overdrive
mode.
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[GF08250( ALL)01/96]
If the Transmission Control Indicator Light is
flashing on and off steadily, a transmission
system malfunction was detected. The
transmission will operate in a failure
management mode and may have harsh
engagements, firm shift feel, or abnormal shift
schedule. If this condition persists, damage to
the transmission could occur. Contact your
dealer as soon as possible.
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[GF08275( ALL)01/96]
When to use 2 (Second)
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[GF08300( ALL)01/96]
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or
to provide additional engine braking on
downgrades. This position provides 2 (Second)
gear operation only.
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[GF20905( ALL)01/96]
q
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
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[GF20910( ALL)01/96]
q
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
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[GF20915( ALL)01/96]
q
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
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[GF20920( ALL)01/96]
q
Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
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[GF20930( ALL)01/96]
q
Maximum Trailer Weight
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[GF20940( ALL)01/96]
q
Trailer Weight Range
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[GF20950( ALL)01/96]
Base Curb Weight
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[GF20960( ALL)01/96]
The Base Curb Weight is the weight of the
vehicle including fuel, coolants, lubricants,
emergency tools, spare wheel and tire. It also
includes any equipment that isstandardon that
model. It does not include passengers, cargo or
optional equipment installed by factory, dealer,
aftermarket supplier or customer.
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[GF20970( ALL)01/96]
Payload
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[GF20980( ALL)01/96]
Payload is the combined, maximum allowable
weight of cargo, occupants and optional
equipment that the truck is designed to carry. It
is Gross Vehicle Weight Rating minus the base
curb weight.
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[GF20990( ALL)01/96]
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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[GF21000( ALL)01/96]
If you add base curb weight and the weight of a
load (including passengers, cargo and optional
equipment) being carried at a particular time,
you get the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).
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[GF21010( ALL)01/96]
It is important to remember that GVWis not a
limit or a specification.If an owner loads up a
vehicle and weighs it, that's the GVW at that
moment. If the owner piles on more of a load
and weighs it again, that becomes the GVW.
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[ER21800( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Do not connect the end of the second
cable to the negative (S) terminal of the
battery to be jumped. A spark may cause
an explosion of the gases that surround
the battery.
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[ER21900( ALL)01/96]
one third page art:0020262-C
Attaching jumper cables
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[ER22000( ALL)01/96]
Jump-Starting
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[ER22100( ALL)01/96]
1. Make sure that the jumper cables are not in
the way of moving engine parts, then start
the booster vehicle. Run the engine at a
moderate speed.
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[ER22200( ALL)01/96]
2. Let the discharged battery charge for a few
minutes and then start the disabled vehicle.
It may take a couple of tries before the
vehicle starts. If the vehicle does not start
after several attempts, there may be a
different problem.
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[ER22300( ALL)01/96]
3. When both vehicles are running, let them
idle for a few minutes to charge the
discharged battery.
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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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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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