1997 FORD F250 engine

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[IS10200(FM)04/96]
If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves
above the NORMAL band, the engine is
overheating and continued operation may cause
engine damage.
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[IS10300(FM)03/96]
If your engine overheats:
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[IS10400(FM)03/96]
1. Pull off the road as soon as it is safely
possible.
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[IS10500(FM)03/96]
2. Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the
engine as soon as safely possible, severe
engine damage could result.
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[IS10600(FM)03/96]
3. Let the engine cool.DO NOT REMOVE
COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL
THE ENGINE IS COOL.
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[IS10700(FM)03/96]
4. Check the coolant level following the
instructions on checking and adding coolant
to your engine, seeEngine Coolantin the
Index. If you do not follow these
instructions, you or others could be injured.
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[IS10800(FM)01/96]
For instructions on checking and adding coolant
to your engine, seeEngine coolantin the Index. If
you do not follow these instructions, you or
others could be injured.
[IS10900(F )04/96]
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Engine coolant temperature gauge
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[IS11100(FM)03/96]
Speedometer
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[IS11200(FM)03/96]
The speedometer tells you how many miles
(kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving.
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[IS11300(F )03/96]
Your vehicle contains a speedometer which
receives its input from the Anti-Lock brake
sensor. The speedometer is also used to provide
a speed signal for correct operation of the
vehicle's Powertrain Control Module (PCM),
electronic transmission, and speed control (if so
equipped). Because of this, it is very
IMPORTANT to change the speedometer's
internal conversion constant if the size of the
tires on the vehicle is changed. Changing the
conversion constant to the proper value when
the tires are changed will also ensure that the
speedometer retains the original factory-set
accuracy.
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[IS11500(F )03/96]
Some vehicles are equipped with a vehicle speed
(mph/km/h) limiting device that is contained
within the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
The purpose of this device is to maintain peak
vehicle speed below a specified limit. (Vehicle
speed limits may vary based on engine
displacement.)
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[IS11600(F )03/96]
If you are experiencing an ªengine cut-outº
condition at high speeds, it may be the result of
this limiting device. It is a normal condition and
can be avoided by reducing vehicle/engine
speed.
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[IS11700(F )03/96]
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Speedometer
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[IS11900(FM)01/96]
Odometer/Trip Odometer
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[IS12000(FM)05/96]
The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) odometer is a
combination trip odometer and total odometer.
The total odometer is normally displayed. To see
the trip odometer, press and release the SELECT
control on the upper right side of the
speedometer. To zero out the trip odometer,
press and release the RESET control on the
upper left side of the speedometer while the trip
odometer is displayed. If the trip odometer is
displayed, press and release the SELECT control
to return the display to the total odometer value.
% [IS12100(F )04/96]
Tachometer (If equipped)
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[IS12200(F )03/96]
The tachometer will show you the engine's
speed measured in revolutions per minute
(RPM).
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[IS12300(F )03/96]
The tachometer may move slightly when the key
is placed in the ACC or ON position, with the
engine off. This is normal and does not affect
the performance of the tachometer when the
engine is running.
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[IS12400(F )03/96]
Some vehicles are equipped with an engine
speed (RPM) limiting device contained within
the powertrain control module (PCM). The
purpose of this device is to maintain peak
engine speed (RPM) below a specified limit. This
feature is only evident on automatic transmission
vehicles when shifting manually (1, 2, D) and on
all manual transmission units. (Engine speed
limits may vary based on engine displacement.)
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[IS12500(F )03/96]
If you are experiencing an ªengine cut-outº
condition at high speeds, it may be the result of
this limiting device. It is a normal condition and
can be avoided by reducing vehicle/engine
speed.
[IS12600(F )04/96]
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Tachometer
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62 [CF03900(F )04/96]q
Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air
intake area of your Air Conditioner (if
equipped) and Heater System which could
block the air intake. The intake area is located
at the bottom of the windshield.
% [CF13500(F )04/96]
Dual Fuel Tank Selector Switch
(If equipped)
[CF13700(F )04/96]
To choose which fuel tank that you want your
engine to draw fuel from (front or rear) you
must use this switch. Your fuel gauge will
display the amount of fuel available in the
currently selected tank.
[CF13800(F )04/96]
The fuse that protects the fuel tank selector
circuit is labeled AUX FUEL TANK SELECTOR
on your fuse panel cover.
[CF13900(F )04/96]
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Fuel tank selector switch
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[CF14000(F )03/96]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[CF14100(FM)03/96]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
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[CF14200(FM)01/96]
To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps,
marker lamps, license plate lamps and tail
lamps, use the headlamp switch to the left of the
steering column.
[CF14300(FM)04/96]
1. Pull the headlamp control knob toward you
to the first position. Parking lamps, tail
lamps, license plate lamps and marker lamps
are now on.
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[CF24100(FM)01/96]
Ignition
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[CF24110(FM)01/96]
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
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[CF24120(FM)01/96]
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The positions of the key in the ignition lock cylinder.
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[CF24130(FM)01/96]
ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning
lights (except the brake system warning light) to
make sure they work before you start the
engine. The key returns to the ON position once
the engine is started and remains in this position
while the engine runs.
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[CF24140(FM)01/96]
START cranks the engine. Release the key once
the engine starts so that you do not damage the
starter. The key should return to ON when you
release it. The START position also allows you
to test the brake warning light.
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[CF24150(FM)01/96]
OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all
accessories without locking the steering wheel or
the automatic transmission gearshift lever.
[CF24160(F )03/96]
LOCK locks the steering wheel. It also locks the
gearshift if your vehicle's gearshift is on the
column.
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RWARNING
LOCK position does not lock the gearshift
on floor-mounted gearshifts. If the
parking brake is not set and the gearshift
is moved out of Park (automatic
transmission) or out of gear (manual
transmission), your vehicle may move
unexpectedly.
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[CF24200(F )05/96]
With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle
is free to move with either the automatic
transmission in P (Park) or with the manual
transmission in any driving gear.
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[CF24210(F )05/96]
RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the transfer case in the N (Neutral)
position. Always set the parking brake
fully and turn off the ignition when
leaving the vehicle.
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[CF24220(FM)01/96]
LOCK is the only position that allows you to
remove the key. The LOCK feature helps to
protect your vehicle from theft.
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[CF24230(FM)01/96]
If the key is stuck in the LOCK position, move
the steering wheel left or right until the key
turns freely.
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[CF24240(FM)04/96]
ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's
electrical accessories such as the radio and the
windshield wipers to operate while the engine is
not running.
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[CF24250(F )03/96]
In order to turn the key from the ON or OFF
position to the ACCESSORY position, you must
push the key release button if your vehicle's
manual transmission gearshift is mounted on the
floor.
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Battery Saver (with Remote Entry Ð If
equipped)
[CF68400(F )04/96]
When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will
turn off battery voltage to all of these lights after
45 minutes: glove box, engine compartment,
overhead console, mirror, courtesy and
interior (including cargo) lamps.
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[CF68500(F )01/96]
This will prevent draining of the battery if these
lights have been left on inadvertently or if a
door is not completely closed. Battery voltage to
these lamps will be restored when the remote
entry transmitter is used, any door is opened, or
the ignition key is turned on again.
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