2008 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS bulb

Introduction 3
Instrument Cluster 8
Warning lights and chimes 8
Gauges 13
Lights 16
Headlamps 16
Turn signal control 17
Bulb replacement 17
Driver Controls 18
Windshield wiper/washer control 18
Steering wheel adjustment 18
Speed control 19
Tires, Wheels and Loading 22
Tire information 22
Tire inflation 24
Vehicle loading 39
Trailer towing 44
Driving 48
Starting 48
Brakes 51
Transmission operation 55
Roadside Emergencies 61
Getting roadside assistance 61
Hazard flasher switch 61
Fuses and relays 62
Changing tires 69
Wheel lug nut torque 75
Jump starting 75
Wrecker towing 80
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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may
illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the
bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning light for additional information.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Diesel engine, it has a unique cluster,
refer toStarting the engine in your 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct
Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.
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Service engine soon:TheService
engine soonindicator light
illuminates when the ignition is first
turned to the ON position to check
the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the
Service engine soon

light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no
malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the
Service
engine soon
light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing. See theReadiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) testingin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board
Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer toOn
board diagnostics (OBD-II)in theMaintenance and Specifications
chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could
damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid
heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced
immediately by your authorized dealer.
WARNING:Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust
temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel
system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly
causing a fire with the result and risk of serious personal injury.
Electronic throttle control:
Illuminates when the engine has
defaulted to a
limp-home

operation. Report the fault to a
dealer at the earliest opportunity.
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Safety belt:Reminds you to fasten
your safety belt. A Belt-Minder
chime will also sound to remind you
to fasten your safety belt.
Charging system:Illuminates when
the battery is not charging properly.
Transmission Tow/Haul Feature:
Illuminates when the Tow/Haul
feature has been activated. Refer to
theDrivingchapter for
transmission function and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the
system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur.
Speed control:Illuminates when
the speed control is activated. Turns
off when the speed control system
is deactivated.
Turn signal:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
MINI MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYS
With the ignition in the ON position, the mini message center, located on
your instrument cluster, displays text messages that alert you to possible
problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems.
Note:The following warning messages will reappear on the display every
ten minutes.
Low fuel:Displays when the fuel
level in the fuel tank is at or near
empty (refer toFuel gaugein this
chapter).
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Flash to pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
switches in the vehicle during
headlamp and parking lamp
operation.
Move the control up or down to
adjust the intensity of the panel
lighting.
Move the control to the full upright
position, past detent, to turn on the interior lamps.
Note:If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is
installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer
switch from the full dim position to the full Dome/ON position to reset.
This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting
conditions.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
BULB REPLACEMENT
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
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sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up
specifications.
Please consult yourWarranty Guidefor complete emission warranty
information.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
Some state/provincial and local governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control
equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent
you from getting a vehicle registration. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M
test if theService engine soon
indicator is on or not working
properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems have not been properly
checked. In this case, the vehicle is considered not ready for I/M testing.
If theService engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does not
work, the vehicle may need to be serviced. Refer to the On board
diagnostics (OBD-II) description in this chapter.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the
battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may
indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the
vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the ON position
for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If theService engine
soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing; if theService engine soon
indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by 20
minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .......................52
Air cleaner filter ...............118–120
Ambulance packages ....................5
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .......................................95
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..........................52–53
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive ...................................57
fluid, adding ............................115
fluid, checking ........................115
fluid, refill capacities ..............121
fluid, specification ..................121
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........121
refill capacities ........................121
B
Battery .........................................93
acid, treating emergencies .......93
jumping a disabled battery ......75
maintenance-free ......................93
replacement, specifications ...120
servicing ....................................93
Brakes ..........................................51
anti-lock ...............................52–53
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .............................53
fluid, checking and adding ...112,
115
fluid, refill capacities ..............121
fluid, specifications .................121
lubricant specifications ..........121
shift interlock ............................55
Bulbs ............................................17
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....121Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ................88
wheels ........................................88
Coolant
checking and adding ................95
refill capacities ..................99, 121
specifications ..........................121
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................19
Customer Assistance ..................61
Ford Extended Service Plan ...84
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .......................85
Getting roadside assistance .....61
Getting the service you
need ...........................................81
Ordering additional owner’s
literature ...................................86
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program .....................................84
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................16
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................115
engine oil ...................................91
Driving under special
conditions ....................................59
through water ...........................60
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ............................75
Emission control system ..........109
Engine ........................................124
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