2009 FORD SUPER DUTY air filter

F-Super Duty
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Batteries
3. Air filter assembly, restriction gauge and auxiliary tube
4. Automatic transmission dipstick (if equipped)
5. Engine oil fill
6. Engine oil filter
7. Engine-mounted fuel filter assembly
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Fuel coolant reservoir
10. Brake fluid reservoir
11. Power distribution box (behind engine coolant reservoir)
12. Engine coolant reservoir
13. Power steering fluid reservoir
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Diesel fuel conditioner
Additives that will improve fuel cetane numbers may be used to
verify/enhance fuel quality. Use Motorcraft Cetane Booster &
Performance Improver, PM-22-A (U.S.) / PM-22-B (Canada) or
equivalent. The customer warranty may be void from using additives that
do not meet or exceed Ford specifications.
Do not use alcohol based additives to correct fuel gelling. This may
result in damage to the fuel injectors/system. Use Motorcraft Anti-Gel &
Performance Improver, PM-23-A (U.S.) / PM-23-B (Canada) or
equivalent. The customer warranty may be void from using additives that
do not meet or exceed Ford specifications.
Note:This ultra-low sulfur formulation is designed to meet the emissions
standards for the 6.4L engine and is backward compatible as well (i.e.,
can be used in Ford 6.9L, 7.3L, and 6.0L diesel engines).
Fueling tips
If the engine fails to start in 30 seconds, turn the key to the off position
and wait 30 seconds before trying again.
Truck stops have pumps and nozzles designed for larger, heavy-duty
trucks. When refueling at truck stops: if the nozzle shuts off repeatedly
when refueling, wait 5–10 seconds; then use a slower rate of flow (don’t
depress the nozzle trigger as far).
If air is allowed to enter the fuel system (during fuel filter change or if
you run out of fuel) the engine will purge the trapped air as it runs. The
engine may run rough and produce white smoke while air is in the
system. This is normal and should correct itself in a short time.
An engine that suddenly becomes noisy or operates poorly after a fuel fill
could be using substandard fuel (i.e., high water content, low cetane
rating or gasoline in the fuel). Diesel fuel should be purchased from a
reputable station which sells a large amount of diesel fuel.
Care should be taken whenever diesel fuel is stored. Use only clean,
approved containers which will prevent the entry of dirt or water.
Diesel fuel must not be stored in a galvanized container. The fuel will
dissolve the zinc in a galvanized container. The zinc will then remain in
the solution until it is run through the engine where it will be deposited
in the fuel injectors causing expensive-to-repair damage.
Diesel fuel dispensing nozzle fill rate
This truck is equipped with a fuel fill pipe which is able to accept fuel up
to 20 gallons per minute from an 1
18” fuel dispensing nozzle. Pumping
fuel at greater flow rates may result in premature nozzle shut-off or
spitback.
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Installation - both
The engine will not run properly if the fuel filter is not installed
in housing.
1. Install the new fuel filter and cap seal into the fuel filter housing.
Refer toMotorcraft Part Numberslater in this chapter for the fuel filter
part number.
2. Tighten cap onto fuel filter housing slowly, allowing fuel to soak into
the fuel filter element. Tighten cap until it contacts the housing.
Turn the ignition key to on for 30 seconds, then turn it to off. Do this a
total of six times in a row to purge any trapped air from the fuel system.
Replace the filter bowl O-ring with new seal (included in filter kit) every
time you service the filter.
After filter service, a no start or rough running engine may indicate that
air is entering the system through the filter bowl seal or drain. Make sure
the drain lever is pointing rearward and stowed against the HFCM case.
Using a fuel which has more than average impurities may require
the fuel filter to be replaced more frequently than the service
interval specifies.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil level
Because it is normal to add some oil between oil changes, check your
engine oil level each time you stop for fuel. To check the engine oil level
consistently and accurately, the following procedure is recommended:
1. Have engine at normal operating temperature (at least into the
NORMAL range on the engine coolant temperature gauge).
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface, then turn off the engine and open
the hood.
3. Allow at least20 minutesafter engine shutdown to ensure that the
oil contained in the upper parts of the engine has returned to the oil
pan.
4. Protecting yourself from engine heat, pull out the dipstick, wipe it
clean and reinsert fully.
5. Read oil level on both sides of dipstick and use highest level (reading)
for the actual engine oil level.
6. Maintain the oil level between MIN and MAX or the ADD and
OPERATING RANGE on the dipstick by adding oil as required. The
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•use of biodiesel, up to and including 5% Biodiesel (B5)
•use of high sulfur diesel fuel
If you are operating your vehicle under any of these conditions, change
engine oil and filter every 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
AIR FILTER RESTRICTION GAUGE AND AIR FILTER
REPLACEMENT
Air filter restriction gauge:
The restriction gauge, located on
the upper housing of the air filter
assembly, measures the vacuum
inside the air filter. The more the air
filter is restricted (dirty, clogged),
the higher the vacuum reading
Check the air filter restriction gauge
whenever the hood is raised to
perform general engine maintenance
at least every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). If the vehicle is operated in
extremely dusty conditions, check and reset the gauge at least every
500 miles (800 km), or two weeks, whichever comes first.
Change the air filter when the gauge reads near the “change filter” line
and the chamber is filled with yellow. Engine performance and fuel
economy are adversely affected when the maximum restriction is
reached.
Blowing-out the air filter element with compressed air is not
recommended as the compressed air may damage the filter paper.
Note:It is not possible to determine the level of filter clogging by visual
appearance alone. A filter which appears to be dirty may actually have
several thousand miles (kilometers) of life remaining.
Always use the underhood air filter restriction gauge to
determine when the air filter element needs to be changed. The
warning light on the instrument cluster should not be used
exclusively for determining when the air filter element needs
changing.
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After installation of the new filter
element, reset the gauge by pressing
the reset button on top of the
gauge.
Note:Vehicle operation in heavy
snowfall or extreme rain conditions
may feed excessive amounts of
snow/water into the air intake
system. This could plug/soak the air
filter with snow and may cause the
engine to lose power and possibly
shut down. Either of these conditions may cause the CHECK AIR
FILTER message to appear in the message center.
You may not need to change the air filter and the vehicle may be driven
up to 200 miles (320 km) under the following conditions:
•Snow:At the earliest opportunity, open the hood and clear all the
snow and ice from the air filter housing inlet (do NOT remove the air
filter) and reset the air filter restriction gauge.
•Wet:The air filter will dry after about 15–30 minutes at highway
speeds. At the earliest opportunity, open the hood and reset the air
filter restriction gauge.
The air filter warning message on the instrument cluster may be used, in
addition to the underhood restriction gauge, to monitor the condition of
the air filter element. Refer to theEngine air filterwarning light in this
chapter of the supplement.
Air filter replacement:
When replacing the air filter element, use the Motorcraft air filter
element listed inMotorcraft Part Numberslater in this chapter.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air filter
removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe
engine damage.
•E-series air filter:
1. Disconnect the hoses from the air filter outlet tube.
2. Loosen the clamp and disconnect
the air filter outlet tube.
3. Disconnect the mass air flow
(MAF) sensor electrical connector.
(Slide out the red lock, press tab
and remove the electrical
connector.)
4. Disconnect the three latches and
remove the air filter cover
5. Remove the air filter.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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1. Release the toggle clamps and
raise the air filter housing cover. It
may be necessary to pull the
auxiliary inlet tube away from the
air filter to allow the cover to be
removed.
2. Pull the top edge of the air filter
out and away from the housing to
release the air filter seal from the
air filter housing, then remove the
air filter.Note:Do NOT use a tool
to pry the air filter from the
housing. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in damage to
the air filter housing, air filter seal
and engine.
3. When installing the air filter, first make certain the bottom of the air
filter is positioned to the inboard side of the stop feature located in the
bottom of the air filter housing, Then compress the air filter seal down
and in towards the engine so the air filter is seated into the air filter
housing.Note:If not installed properly, the air filter housing cover will
not properly seat and the toggle clamps may not latch
4. Replace the air filter housing cover, push the auxiliary tube against the
air filter and close the toggle clamps.
DIESEL EXHAUST SYSTEM: OXIDATION CATALYST/DIESEL
PARTICULATE FILTER SYSTEM (F-SUPER DUTY ONLY)
Your vehicle is equipped with a diesel particulate filter (DPF), which is
coupled to a diesel oxidation catalyst, that reduces the amount of
harmful exhaust emitted from the tailpipe. As soot gathers in the system
it begins to restrict the filter. The soot gathered inside the filter needs to
be periodically cleaned. The soot can be cleaned in two different ways;
passive regeneration and active regeneration. Both methods occur
automatically and require no actions from the driver/operator. During
either one of these regeneration methods you may notice an
increase/change in exhaust noise/tone and increased engine idle speed.
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right rear tire(s) are functional. The holes need to be kept clear of
mud/debris or foreign material to maintain proper function of the
exhaust system. Clean and remove debris or foreign material if present
as needed. Spraying with a hose during regular washing of vehicle should
help keep holes clean and clear of debris or foreign material.
Note:Additions of aftermarket devices or modifications to the exhaust
system can reduce the effectiveness of the exhaust system as well as
cause damage to the exhaust system and/or engine. These actions may
also affect the vehicle’s warranty. See the vehicle’s warranty guide for
more information.
WARNING:Failure to maintain the functional holes, in the
tailpipe section of the exhaust, clean and free of debris or
foreign material may result in the holes becoming blocked or plugged.
Do not modify or remove the tail-pipe section. Blocked or plugged
holes or removal/modification of the system could result in elevated
exhaust gas temperatures which may result in vehicle/property damage
or personal injury.
WARNING:The normal operating temperature of the exhaust
system is very high. Never work around or attempt to repair any
part of the exhaust system until it has cooled. Use special care when
working around the diesel oxidation catalytic converter and/or the
diesel particulate filter (DPF). The diesel oxidation catalytic converter
and/or the DPF heats up to a high temperature after only a short
period of engine operation and can stay hot even after the engine is
turned off. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal
injury.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM(S) LAWS
Federal law prohibits vehicle manufacturers, dealers and other persons
engaged in the business of repairing, servicing, selling, leasing or trading
motor vehicles as well as fleet operations from unknowingly removing or
rendering emission control system(s) inoperative. Further, modifications
of the emission control system(s) could create liability on the part of the
individual owners under the laws of some states. In Canada,
modifications of the emission control system(s) could create liability
under applicable Federal or Provincial laws.
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