2010 FORD SUPER DUTY air filter

Customer Assistance 337
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 343
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 343
Cleaning 344
Maintenance and Specifications 354
Engine compartment 356
Engine oil 359
Battery 362
Engine coolant 364
Fuel information 370
Air filter(s) 388
Part numbers 389
Maintenance product specifications and capacities 390
Engine data 394
Accessories 397
Ford Extended Service Plan 399
Index 402
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Table of Contents
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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
Introduction
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Refer to the6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplementfor diesel engine component
locations.
5.4L V8 gasoline engines
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Battery
3. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)
4. Engine oil filler cap
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Air filter assembly
10. Power distribution box
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6.8L V10 gasoline engine
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Battery
3. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)
4. Engine oil filler cap
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Air filter assembly
10. Power distribution box
Maintenance and Specifications
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AIR FILTER
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter
element listed. Refer toMotorcraft part numbersin this chapter.
The following procedure is for vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine.
If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, refer to the6.0 and 6.4
Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide
Supplement.
Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
Changing the air filter element
1. Loosen clamp and disconnect
sensor.
2. Release three retainer clamps.
3. Pull air filter cover toward passenger side of vehicle and up to release
the tabs. Lift air filter element up and out of housing.
The air filter box needs to be free of any debris before installing a new
air filter.
4. Install a new air filter element into the tray assembly.
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5. Return air filter cover to original
position making sure the four tabs
are engaged and secure the three
clamps. Tighten clamp on air tube
and reconnect sensor.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 engines
Air filter element FA-1883
Fuel filter FG-1083
Oil filter FL-820-S
Battery (standard) BXT-65-650
Battery (optional) BXT-65-750
Spark plugs-platinum
1
Remote automatic transmission filter2, 3
1
For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to the
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft
or
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not
used.
2Also available with 6.4L diesel engine and TorqShift transmission. Part
number is FT-176.
3Also available with 6.4L diesel engine and TorqShift transmission. Part
number is FT-175.
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A
Accessory delay ........................126
Air cleaner filter ...............388–389
Air conditioning ........................102
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................................184
and child safety seats ............186
description ..............................184
disposal ....................................188
driver airbag ............................186
indicator light .........................188
operation .................................186
passenger airbag .....................186
passenger deactivation
switch ......................................189
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................364
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................268–269
Anti-theft system ..............159, 162
arming the system ..........160, 162
disarming a triggered
system .....................................162
triggering .................................162
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................43, 45, 52
Automatic transmission ............275
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................275
fluid, adding ............................383
fluid, checking ........................383
fluid, refill capacities ..............390
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................59
Auxiliary power point ...............124
Axle
refill capacities ........................390B
Battery .......................................362
acid, treating emergencies .....362
jumping a disabled battery ....330
maintenance-free ....................362
replacement, specifications ...389
servicing ..................................362
Bed extender ............................145
Belt-Minder
.............................180
Booster seats .............................211
Brakes ........................................268
anti-lock ...........................268–269
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................268
fluid, checking and adding ....382
fluid, refill capacities ..............390
parking ....................................269
shift interlock ..........................273
trailer .......................................255
Bulbs ..........................................113
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....390
Cassette tape player ...................43
Cell phone use ............................10
Child safety seats ......................198
attaching with tether straps ..206
in front seat ....................199, 202
in rear seat ..............199, 202, 206
LATCH .....................................206
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................211
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............346
instrument panel ............348–349
interior .....................................349
plastic parts ............................347
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safety belts ..............................349
washing ....................................344
waxing .....................................345
wheels ......................................345
wiper blades ............................347
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ....98, 102
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................54
AM/FM/CD .................................47
Clutch
fluid ..........................................383
operation while driving ..........278
recommended shift speeds ....278
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................37
Console ..............................122–123
overhead ..........................121–122
Controls
power seat ...............................166
steering column ......................134
Coolant
checking and adding ..............364
refill capacities ................367, 390
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................131
Customer Assistance ................302
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................352
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................399
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............341
Getting roadside assistance ...302
Getting the service you
need .........................................337
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................342Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................341
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ..............................108
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................383
engine oil .................................359
Driving under special
conditions ..................277, 292, 296
sand .........................................294
snow and ice ...........................296
through water .................295, 298
DVD system .................................68
E
Electronic message center ...25, 33
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................330
Emergency Flashers .................303
Emission control system ..........378
Engine ........................................394
cleaning ...................................346
coolant .....................................364
diesel ...........................................6
fail-safe cooling .......................368
idle speed control ...................362
refill capacities ........................390
service points ..................356–357
starting after a collision .........304
Engine oil ..................................359
checking and adding ..............359
dipstick ....................................359
filter, specifications ........361, 389
recommendations ...................361
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