2000 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS octane

Choosing the right fuel
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law
and could damage your vehicle.
Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system
components.
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including manganese-based compounds containing MMT.
Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was
not designed may not be covered by your warranty.
Octane recommendations
Your vehicle is designed to use
“Regular” unleaded gasoline with an
(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We do
not recommend the use of gasolines
labeled as “Regular” that are sold
with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas.
Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if
it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel
with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified
service technician to prevent any engine damage.
Fuel quality
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability
problems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” unleaded
gasoline. “Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended (particularly
in the United States) because it may cause these problems to become
more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualified
service technician.
It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank
if you continue to use a high quality fuel. Aftermarket products could cause
damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of using an
aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers issued the World-wide Fuel Charter that
recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and
emission control system protection for your vehicle. Gasolines that meet the
World-wide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask your fuel
supplier about gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter.
87(R+M)/2 METHOD
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The amount of empty reserve varies and should not be relied
upon to increase driving range. When refueling your vehicle after
the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be able to refuel
the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to
the empty reserve still present in the tank.
For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:
•Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time
the tank is filled.
•Allow three automatic click-offs when filling.
•Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.
•Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.
•Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the
same direction each time you fill up.
•Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.
Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.
Calculating fuel economy
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading
(in kilometers or miles).
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in liters
or gallons).
3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record
the current odometer reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer
reading.
5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel
economy:
Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers
traveled.
Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used.
Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city
or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuel
economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records
during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel
economy. In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy.
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ENGINE DATA
Engine 6.8L V10 engine
Cubic inches 415
Required fuel 87 octane
Firing order 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch)
Ignition system Coil on plug
Compression ratio 9.0:1
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Incomplete vehicles
On completed derivations of incomplete vehicles, the certification label is
affixed at a location determined by a subsequent stage manufacturer of
the completed vehicle. In these cases the completed vehicle is
manufactured in two or more stages by two or more separate
manufacturers.
Capacities and specifications
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filter, specifications .............85,92
gauge .........................................12
improving fuel economy ..........82
low fuel warning light ................6
octane rating ........................81,95
quality ........................................81
running out of fuel ...................82
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .......................79
Fuses .......................................41,42
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) ...................82
Gauges .........................................12
battery voltage gauge ...............13
engine coolant
temperature gauge ...................13
engine oil pressure gauge ........12
fuel gauge ..................................12
odometer ...................................14
speedometer .............................14
tachometer ................................15
trip odometer ............................14
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating) .......33
calculating .................................35
definition ...................................33
driving with a heavy load ........33
location ......................................33
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) ............................33
calculating ............................33,35
definition ...................................33
driving with a heavy load ........33
location ......................................33
Hazard flashers ...........................39
Headlamps ...................................16
daytime running lights .............16
flash to pass ..............................17
high beam ............................11,16
turning on and off ....................16
warning chime ..........................11
Ignition .........................................95positions of the ignition ...........17
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ................................89
Instrument panel
cluster ..........................................6
lighting up
panel and interior .....................17
Jump-starting your vehicle ........52
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............11
positions of the ignition ...........17
Lamps
cargo lamps ...............................17
daytime running light ...............16
headlamps .................................16
headlamps, flash to pass ..........17
instrument panel, dimming .....17
replacing bulbs .........................90
Lights, warning and indicator ......6
anti-lock brakes (ABS) .......10,28
brake ............................................7
charging system ..........................7
check coolant ..............................6
door ajar ....................................10
engine oil pressure .....................6
fuel reset ...................................11
high beam .................................11
low fuel ........................................6
safety belt ...................................7
service engine soon .................8,9
turn signal indicator .................11
Load limits ...................................33
GAWR ........................................33
GVWR ........................................33
trailer towing ............................33
Lubricant specifications ........94,95
Motorcraft parts .....................85,92
Octane rating ..............................81
Odometer .....................................14
Overdrive .....................................22
Parking brake ..............................29
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ......92
Index
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Fuel information Unleaded only - 87 octane
Fuel tank capacity 284.0L (75 gallons)
Engine oil (includes filter change) 5.7L (6.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft
SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor
Oil, Ford specification
WSS-M2C153-G.
Tire size and pressure Refer to the Certification Label.
Power steering fluid capacity Keep in FULL range on dipstick.
Use Motorcraft MERCONAT F.
Automatic transmission fluid
capacity
116.8L (17.7 quarts). Use
Motorcraft MERCONAT F.
1Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCONand MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONand MERCONV. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance
Guide to determine the correct service interval.
Filling station information
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