2009 FORD F150 fuel filter

Customer Assistance 335
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 341
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 342
Cleaning 343
Maintenance and Specifications 352
Engine compartment 354
Engine oil 357
Battery 360
Engine coolant 362
Fuel information 368
Air filter(s) 386
Part numbers 389
Maintenance product specifications and capacities 390
Engine data 394
Accessories 397
Index 399
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Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Power Windows
Front/Rear
Power Window Lockout
Child Safety Door
Lock/UnlockInterior Luggage
Compartment Release
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Service Engine SoonEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check Fuel CapLow Tire Pressure
Warning
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Introduction
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Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms
to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification
WSS-M2C930-A.SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and
durability performance meeting all requirements for your
vehicle’s engine.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that
is not covered by Ford warranty.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule
listed in thescheduled maintenance information.
Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for
added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used
that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up
engine noises or knock may be experienced.
It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or
another with equivalent performance for your engine application.
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Maintenance and Specifications
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FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with
the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
Important safety precautions
WARNING:Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an
overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
WARNING:The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear
a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap”
fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out, which could cause serious personal injury.
WARNING:Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death
if misused or mishandled.
WARNING:Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene,
which is a cancer-causing agent.
Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:
•Extinguish all smoking materials
and any open flames before
fueling your vehicle.
•Always turn off the vehicle before
fueling.
•Automotive fuels can be harmful
or fatal if swallowed. Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highly
toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury. If fuel is
swallowed, call a physician immediately, even if no symptoms are
immediately apparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for
hours.
•Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind
can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases,
excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious
illness and permanent injury.
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fail-safe cooling .......................366
idle speed control ...................360
lubrication specifications .......390
refill capacities ........................390
service points ..................354–355
Engine block heater .................267
Engine oil ..................................357
checking and adding ..............357
dipstick ....................................357
filter, specifications ........359, 389
recommendations ...................359
refill capacities ........................390
specifications ..........................390
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................267
F
Fail safe cooling ........................366
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....368
Floor mats .................................112
Fluid capacities .........................390
Fog lamps ....................................55
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......293
driving off road .......................298
electronic shift ........................296
indicator light .........................294
lever operated shift ................294
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................278
Fuel ............................................368
calculating fuel
economy ..........................101, 375
cap ...........................................371
capacity ...................................390
choosing the right fuel ...........372
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................378
detergent in fuel .....................372filler funnel .............................374
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................368, 371, 376
filter, specifications ........368, 389
improving fuel economy ........375
octane rating ...................373, 394
quality ..............................373–374
running out of fuel .........328, 374
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................368
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................368, 372–373
Fuses ..................................311–312
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............371
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................375
Gauges .........................................18
transmission fluid
temperature gauge ...................22
H
Hazard flashers .........................310
Head restraints .........................156
Headlamps ...................................54
aiming ..................................56–57
autolamp system .......................54
bulb specifications ....................60
daytime running lights .............56
flash to pass ..............................55
high beam .................................55
replacing bulbs .........................61
turning on and off ....................54
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .....................41, 44, 46, 49
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