1997 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS oil pressure

16 %
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[IS07800( ALL)01/96]
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
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[IS07900( ALL)01/96]
This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure,
not the oil level. However, if your engine's oil
level is low, it could affect the oil pressure. With
the engine running, the pointer should move
into the NORMAL band. If the pointer drops
below the NORMAL band while the engine is
running, you have lost oil pressure and
continued operation will cause severe engine
damage.
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[IS08000( ALL)01/96]
If you lose engine oil pressure:
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[IS08100( ALL)01/96]
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[IS08200( ALL)01/96]
2. Shut off the engine immediately or severe
engine damage could result.
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[IS08300( ALL)01/96]
3. Check the engine's oil level, following the
instructions on checking and adding engine
oil. Refer toEngine oilin the Index. If you
do not follow these instructions, you or
others could be injured. To assure an
accurate reading, your vehicle should be on
level ground.
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[IS08400( ALL)01/96]
4. If the level is low, add only as much oil as
necessary before you start the engine again.
Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if
the pointer is below the NORMAL band,
regardless of the oil level. Contact your
nearest dealer for further service actions.
[IS08600( E M)01/96]
quarter page art:0020059-D
Engine oil pressure gauge
File:03ltism.ex
Update:Fri Dec 13 11:17:22 1996

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[TO07600( ALL)01/96]
If the engine is idling while you are stopped in
an open area for long periods of time, open the
windows at least one inch (2.5 cm). Also, adjust
the heating or air conditioning system to bring
in outside air.
[TO07900( M)01/96]
q
HEATING Ð Set fan speed at MEDIUM or
HIGH, the function selector knob on VENT,
FLOOR, FLR DEF or DEFROST symbol and
the temperature control knob on any desired
position.
[TO08200( M)01/96]
q
AIR CONDITIONING Ð Set the fan speed at
MEDIUM or HIGH, the function selector
lever on NORM or VENT and the
temperature control knob on any desired
position.
[TO08300( M)01/96]
TAPPET NOISE
[TO08400( M)01/96]
It is normal for the oil to drain down from the
hydraulic tappets in your engine during
extended shutdown periods (overnight). As a
result, these tappets may clatter for a few
seconds after the engine starts until oil pressure
builds up. This momentary start-up noise is
normal and is not harmful to engine operation.
File:08lttom.ex
Update:Fri Dec 13 11:22:15 1996

120 %
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[MC23400( ALL)01/96]
Help Us Protect Our Environment
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[MC23450( ALL)01/96]
Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that
used lead-acid batteries be returned to an
authorized recycling facility for disposal.
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[MC23500( ALL)01/96]
one inch art:0000983-A
Battery recycling symbol
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[MC23750( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Batteries normally produce explosive gases
which can cause personal injury. Do not
allow flames, sparks or lit tobacco to come
near the battery. Always cover your face
and protect your eyes and also provide
ventilation.
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[MC23800( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns
skin, eyes, and clothing.
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[MC23850( ALL)01/96]
If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or
clothing, immediately flush the area with water
for at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the
acid, have him or her drink lots of milk or water
first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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[MC23900( 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.
File:11ltmcm.ex
Update:Fri Dec 13 11:24:54 1996

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

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.
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[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

176 Severe Duty Schedule
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[BK53801( 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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[BK54050( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK54101( ALL)01/95]
21,000 MILES (35,000 Kilometers)
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[BK54201( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK54225( ALL)10/95]
q
Change automatic transmission fluid.
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[BK54250( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK54301( ALL)01/95]
24,000 MILES (40,000 Kilometers)
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[BK54401( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK54501( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
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[BK54801( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK54901( 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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[BK54910( 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

Severe Duty Schedule 179
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[BK57600( ALL)01/95]
33,000 MILES (55,000 Kilometers)
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[BK57700( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK57750( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
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[BK58050( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK58100( ALL)01/95]
36,000 MILES (60,000 Kilometers)
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[BK58200( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK58700( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK58800( 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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[BK58850( 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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[BK58900( 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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[BK59050( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996

180 Severe Duty Schedule
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[BK59100( ALL)01/95]
39,000 MILES (65,000 Kilometers)
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[BK59200( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK59250( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
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[BK59300( ALL)01/95]
42,000 MILES (70,000 Kilometers)
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[BK59400( ALL)11/95]
q
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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[BK59425( ALL)10/95]
q
Change automatic transmission fluid.
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[BK59450( ALL)08/95]
q
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)
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[BK59600( ALL)09/95]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
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[BK59700( 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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[BK59750( 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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[BK59800( 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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[BK59950( ALL)04/93]
four pica chart:0060627-A
File:18ltbkm.ex
Update:Thu Dec 12 13:32:30 1996