2008 FORD ECONOLINE engine

D (Drive) without Overdrive
D (Drive) without Overdrive can be
activated by pressing the
transmission control switch (TCS)
on the end of the gearshift lever.
•This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive.
•The O/D OFF lamp will illuminate
in the instrument cluster.
•Provides engine braking.
•Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D to
other gears. Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer
towing and when engine braking is required.
•To return to O/D (Overdrive), press the transmission control switch.
The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.
•O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned
off.
3 (Third)
Transmission starts and operates in third gear only.
Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)
provides additional engine braking.
2 (Second)
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.
1 (First)
•Provides maximum engine braking.
•Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.
•The transmission will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; it
will downshift to a lower gear and then shift into 1 (First) when the
vehicle reaches slower speeds.
Forced downshifts
•Allowed in D (Drive) with Overdrive or D (Drive) without Overdrive.
•Depress the accelerator to the floor.
•Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.
O/D
ON/OFF
O/D
OFF
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The RSS automatically turns on
when the gearshift lever is placed in
R (Reverse) and the ignition is on.
An RSS control allows the driver to
turn the RSS on and off. To turn the
RSS off, the ignition must be ON,
and the gear selector in R
(Reverse). An indicator light on the
control will illuminate when the system is turned off. If the indicator
light illuminates when the RSS is not turned off, it may indicate a failure
in the RSS. The RSS will remain off until either the RSS control is
pushed again or the ignition switch is recycled.
While receiving a warning, on some radios, the volume will be reduced to
a predetermined level. After the warning goes away, the radio will return
to the previous value.
Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free
from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the
sensors with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it will
affect the accuracy of the RSS.
If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving
it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing
inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms.
VEHICLE USED AS A STATIONARY POWER SOURCE
Auxiliary equipment called power take-off or PTO, is often added to the
engine or transmission to operate utility equipment. Examples include a
wheel-lift for tow trucks, cranes, tools for construction or tire service and
pumping fluids. PTO applications draw auxiliary horsepower from the
powertrain, often while the vehicle is stationary. In this condition, there
is limited cooling air flow through the radiator and around the vehicle
that normally occurs when a vehicle is moving. The aftermarket PTO
system installer, having the most knowledge of the final application, is
responsible for determining whether additional chassis heat protection or
powertrain cooling is required, and alerting the user to the safe and
proper operation.
Your vehicle is qualified for use as a stationary power source, within
limits detailed in theFord Truck Body Builders Layout Book,found at
www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas, and through the Ford Truck Body Builders
Advisory Service.
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Gas engine vehicles are qualified for up to 10 minutes of continuous
operation as a stationary power source, due to the potential for the
normal venting of fuel vapors. For stationary PTO operation of extended
duration (beyond 10 minutes), diesel engine is recommended. Further
consult your aftermarket PTO installer, since the duration of operation
limit for the aftermarket PTO may be less than the vehicle is capable of.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
If driving through deep or standing
water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly especially when the depth is
not known. Never drive through
water that is higher than the bottom
of the wheel rims (for cars) or the
bottom of the hubs (for trucks).
When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.
Also, water may enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage your
engine or your vehicle may stall.Driving through deep water where
the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the
transmission and cause internal transmission damage.
Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes.
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Note:With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine
when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.
After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switch
may have been activated.
Except for commercial stripped
chassis vehicles, this switch is
located in the front passenger’s
footwell, by the kick panel.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
9 5A Wiper control module
10 20A Main light switch, Park lamps,
License lamp (external lamps),
Multi-function switch
(flash-to-pass), BSM
11 15A Multi-function switch (hazards),
Brake lamps, IVD relay
12 15A Back-up lamps, Auxiliary battery
relay (gasoline engine only)
13 15A Blend door actuator, A/C mode
14 5A Instrument cluster
15 5A Trailer battery charge relay,
Cluster, BSM
16 30A Power seats
17 5A Power mirrors
18 — Not used
19 — Not used
20 10A Restraints
21 — Not used
22 15A Audio, Instrument cluster,
Courtesy lamp relay, Accessory
delay relay
23 20A Power locks w/RKE or sliding
door
24 — Not used
25 10A Left headlamp (low beam)
26 20A Cigar lighter
27 5A Audio
28 — Not used
29 10A Diagnostics
30 15A Headlamps (high beam indicator),
DRL
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
31 10A Right headlamp (low beam)
32 20A Power point #1 (instrument
panel)
33 10A Starter relay
34 — Not used
35 — Not used
36 5A Instrument illumination
37 15A Ignition switch
38 10A Brake Shift Interlock
39 10A Trailer tow electric brake, Center
High-Mounted Stop Lamp
(CHMSL)
40 20A Power point (body B-pillar)
41 30A Modified vehicle
42 20A circuit
breakerPower windows
43 — Not used
44 30A circuit
breakerWiper/washer
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
WARNING:Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
WARNING:To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
If your vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary battery,
disconnecting the primary under-hood battery DOES NOT remove
power from all circuits.
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If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
1 — Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
diode
2 — Auxiliary battery diode
3 15A* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
module, A/C clutch
4 5A* Heated PCV (4.6L and 6.8L
engines)
5 15A* Horn relay
6 20A PCM —fuel injectors
7 60A** Ignition switch, Delayed accessory
delay
8 40A** Trailer tow battery charge relay
9 50A** Modified vehicle power
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
10 30A** Trailer tow electric brake
controller
11 40A** 4-Wheel Anti-lock Brake System
(4WABS) and Flex fuel (FF)
module (if equipped), or
AdvanceTrac
with RSC.
12 60A** I/P fuses 29, 34, 35, 40 and 41
13 20A** Fuel pump relay
14 50A** Auxiliary blower relay
15 30A** Main light switch
16 40A** ABS/IVD
17 50A** Blower motor relay (blower
motor)
18 60A** Engine compartment fuses 3, 5
and 26, 23 (diesel) Instrument
panel fuses 26 and 32, PCM start
relay
19 50A** IDM relay (diesel engine only)
20 60A** Auxiliary battery relay (gasoline
engine only), PDB fuses 8 and 24
21 30A** PCM power relay, PDB fuse 27
22 60A** I/P fuses 4, 5, 10, 11, 16, 17, 22
and 23, Circuit breaker 44
2310A* Alternator field (diesel engine
only)
20A* PCM, VMV, HEGO, MAF, EGR,
(gasoline engine only)
24 20A* Trailer tow running lamps and
back-up lamp relays
25 — Not used
26 20A* Trailer tow turn signals
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