1997 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS charging

14up cycles without a misfire condition occurring.
A warm up cycle consists of engine start from a
cold condition (engine at ambient temperature)
and running until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
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[IS05600( ALL)01/96]
On the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine
Warning Light will turn off as soon as the
engine begins to crank. It is not necessary to
have the engine serviced.
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[IS05700( ALL)01/96]
Under certain conditions, the Check Engine
Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is
not properly installed. If the Check Engine
Warning Light comes on and you suspect that
the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off the
road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off
the engine. Remove and replace the fuel cap,
making sure it is properly seated.
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[IS05800( ALL)01/96]
After completing the three consecutive warm up
cycles and on the fourth engine start up, the
Check Engine Warning Light should turn off. If
the light does not go off after the fourth engine
restart, have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer or a qualified technician.
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[IS05900( ALL)01/96]
Charging System Light
*
[IS06000( ALL)01/96]
This light, shown as a battery symbol on your
cluster, indicates that your battery is not being
charged and that you need to have the electrical
system checked.
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[IS06100( ALL)01/96]
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Charging system light
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[IS06200( ALL)01/96]
This light comes on every time you turn the
ignition to the ON or START position (engine
off). The light should go off when the engine
starts and the alternator begins to charge.
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[IS06300(B FM)01/96]
If the light stays on or comes on when the
engine is running, have the electrical system
checked as soon as possible.
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[IS07100( ALL)01/96]
Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter)
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[IS07200( ALL)01/96]
This gauge shows you the battery voltage when
the ignition key is in the ON position.
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[IS07300( ALL)01/96]
If you are running electrical accessories (when
the engine is off, or idling at a low speed), the
pointer may move toward the lower end of the
normal band. If it stays outside the normal band
area, have your vehicle's electrical system
checked as soon as it is safely possible.
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[IS07400( ALL)01/96]
If the battery is operating under cold weather
conditions, the pointer may indicate in the upper
range of the NORMAL band while the battery is
charging. If you are running electrical accessories
with the engine off or idling at a low speed, or
the battery is not fully charged, the pointer may
move toward the lower end of the NORMAL
band.
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[IS07500( ALL)01/96]
If it stays outside the NORMAL band, have your
vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as it
is safely possible.
[IS07700( E M)01/96]
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Battery voltage gauge
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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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119 [MC22450(B FM)01/96]
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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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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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Index 205
Catalytic converter........... 135
Changing a tire.............. 87
Charging system gauge.......... 15
Charging system warning light....... 14
Circuit breakers
checking and replacing......... 87
see also fuses.............. 79
Cold engine starting............ 39
Coolant (see Engine coolant)....... 107
checking and adding......... 107
preparing for storage......... 153
proper solution............ 109
refill capacities............ 148
specifications...........110, 149
temperature gauge........... 18
warnings............... 107
Cooling fan................ 99
Crankcase emission filter......... 147
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.). . 158
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada..........158, 165
D
Daytime running light system....... 22
Defects, reporting............ 163
Dipstick................ 102
automatic transmission fluid....116, 118
engine oil.............. 102
power steering fluid......... 113
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)....... 97
Dispute Settlement Board........ 159
Doors, lubricant specifications...... 149
Driveline universal joint and slip yoke . . 107
Driving under special conditions...... 73
bad weather.............. 74
high speed............... 73
high water............... 74
slippery roads............. 74
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Index 209
Gauges, Mechanical
battery voltage gauge.......... 15
charging system gauge......... 15
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 18
engine oil pressure gauge........ 16
fuel gauge............... 17
odometer............... 20
speedometer.............. 19
trip odometer............. 20
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating............... 62
definition............... 60
location................ 60
Gearshift
automatic operation........... 51
column-mounted............ 51
gearshift override.......... 40,52
locking the gearshift.......... 23
positions................ 51
shifting the gears............ 51
shift-lock.............. 40,52
Gearshift:shifting the gears......... 51
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating............... 62
definition............... 60
location................ 60
H
Hazard flashers.............. 28
Headlamps
bulb specification........... 141
daytime running lights......... 22
flashing................ 26
high beam............... 26
turning on and off........... 21
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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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