2002 FORD F150 wiper fluid

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Washer fluid
Check the washer fluid whenever
you stop for fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
If the level is low, add enough fluid
to fill the reservoir. In very cold
weather, do not fill the reservoir all
the way.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification ESR-M17P5±A.
Refer toLubricant specificationsin this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
Maintenance and Specifications
258

Child safety restraints ..............154
child safety belts ....................154
Child safety seats ......................155
attaching with tether
straps .......................................160
in front seat ............................157
in rear seat ..............157, 159±160
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............244
exterior ....................................251
instrument cluster lens ..........248
instrument panel ....................248
interior .....................................248
plastic parts ....................246±247
safety belts ..............................251
washing ....................................243
waxing .....................................243
wheels ......................................244
windows ..................................250
wiper blades ............................247
woodtone trim ........................248
Clock ................................23, 31, 41
Clutch
fluid ..........................................283
operation while driving ..........178
recommended shift speeds ....180
Compass, electronic ..............80, 86
calibration .................................82
set zone adjustment .................81
Console ........................................84
overhead ....................................78
Controls
power seat ...............................123
Coolant
checking and adding ..............265
refill capacities ................269, 295
specifications ..................299, 301Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................88
Customer Assistance ................210
Ford accessories for
your vehicle ............................251
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................235
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............239
Getting roadside
assistance ................................210
Getting the service
you need .................................233
Ordering additional
owner's literature ...................240
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................236
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................239
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................66
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................284
engine oil .................................258
Doors
door ajar warning .....................14
lubricant specifications ..........299
Driveline universal joint
and slip yoke .............................288
Driving under special
conditions ..........................190, 193
sand .........................................191
snow and ice ...........................194
through water .................192, 197
Index
314

Traction-lok rear axle ...............174
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................288
Transmission
automatic operation ...............175
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................284
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................287
fluid, refill capacities ..............295
lubricant
specifications ..................299, 301
manual operation ....................178
Transmission control indicator
light ..............................................14
Trip odometer .............................19
Trunk .........................................107
Turn signal ............................14, 67
V
Vehicle dimensions ...........302, 305Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................307
Vehicle loading ..........................197
Ventilating your vehicle ...........170
W
Warning chimes ...........................15
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................258
Water, Driving through .............197
Windows
power .........................................85
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....258
checking and cleaning ..............76
operation ...................................76
replacing wiper blades .............77
Wrecker towing .........................231
Index
319