1997 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS heater

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[ER21000( ALL)01/96]
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any
excessive corrosion before you attach the
jumper cables.
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[ER21100( ALL)01/96]
5. Turn on the heater fan in both vehicles.
Turning on the fan helps protect the
electrical system from voltage surges. Turn
off all other switches and lights in both
vehicles to prevent possible damage to either
vehicle's electrical systems.
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[ER21200( ALL)01/96]
Connecting the jumper cables
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[ER21300( ALL)01/96]
1. Connect one end of the first jumper cable to
the positive (+) terminal of the discharged
battery. (You can connect either jumper cable
to the positive (+) terminal, as long as you
use the same cable for both positive
terminals.) Most jumper cables have a red
cable and a black cable. The red cable is
generally used for the positive terminals and
the black for the negative ones.
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[ER21500( ALL)01/96]
2. Connect the other end of the first cable to
the positive (+) terminal of the booster
battery.
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[ER21600( ALL)01/96]
3. Connect one end of the second cable to the
negative (S) terminal of the booster battery
Ð NOT to the discharged battery.
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[ER21700( ALL)01/96]
4. Connect the other end of the second cable to
a good metallic surface on the engine or
frame of the disabled vehicle.
File:10lterm.ex
Update:Fri Dec 13 11:23:45 1996

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[MC13200( ALL)01/96]
Leave the engine coolant in all year. Make sure
that the coolant will not freeze at the
temperature level in which you drive during
winter months. Keep a mixture of engine coolant
in your engine that has a protection rating of at
least-34ÊF (-37ÊC), orwhatever protection rating
is appropriate for the climate in which you live.
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[MC13250( ALL)01/96]
To find out how much engine coolant mixture
your vehicle's coolant system can hold, seeRefill
capacities for fluidsin the Index.
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[MC13300( ALL)01/96]
You may add water by itself only in an
emergency, but you should replace it with a
50/50 or appropriate mixture as soon as
possible.
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[MC13350( ALL)01/96]
Have your dealer check the engine cooling
system for leaks if you have to add a quart
(liter) of engine coolant more than once a month.
[MC13400( ALL)01/96]
Checking hoses
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[MC13450( ALL)01/96]
Inspect all engine and heater system hoses for
deterioration, leaks and loose clamps before
adding or replacing engine coolant. Make
whatever repairs or replacements that are
necessary using Motorcraft parts or their
equivalents.
[MC13500( ALL)01/96]
Engine coolant drain and flush
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[MC13550( ALL)01/96]
To drain your vehicle's engine coolant:
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[MC13600( ALL)01/96]
1. Turn off the engine and let it cool. Fully
depressurize the engine cooling system by
covering the radiator cap with a thick cloth
and turning it slowly counterclockwise to the
first stop. Step back while the pressure
releases.
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[MC13650( ALL)01/96]
2. Remove the cap.
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[MC13750(B FM)01/96]
3. Attach a small hose to the drain tube at the
bottom of the radiator.
File:11ltmcm.ex
Update:Fri Dec 13 11:24:54 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]
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]
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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