2011 FORD E-450 heater

Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
Multi-point inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Multi-point inspection – Recommended each visit
Accessory drive belt(s) Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped)
Battery performance Horn operation
Clutch operation (if equipped) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter Suspension component for leaks or
damage
Exhaust system Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps and hazard
warning system operationTires for wear and proper pressure,
including spare
Fluid levels*; fill if necessary Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation
*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission
(with an underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and
window washer
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You’ll know
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plastic parts ............................253
safety belts ..............................255
washing ....................................251
waxing .....................................252
wheels ......................................252
wiper blades ............................254
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......48–50
Clock ......................................30, 32
Compass, electronic ....................26
calibration .................................26
set zone adjustment .................26
Controls
power seat .................................88
steering column ........................70
Coolant
checking and adding ..............268
refill capacities ................271, 299
specifications ..........................299
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................69
Customer Assistance ................215
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................309, 312
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................247
Getting roadside assistance ...215
Getting the service you
need .........................................242
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................249
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................246
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................52Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................288
engine oil .................................263
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................288
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................214
E
Electronic message center .........21
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................236
Emergency Flashers .................216
Emission control system ..........284
Engine ........................................303
cleaning ...................................253
coolant .....................................268
fail-safe cooling .......................272
idle speed control ...................265
lubrication specifications .......299
refill capacities ........................299
service points ..................261–262
starting after a collision .........217
Engine block heater .................189
Engine oil ..................................263
checking and adding ..............263
dipstick ....................................263
filter, specifications ........264, 298
recommendations ...................264
refill capacities ........................299
specifications ..........................299
Event data recording ....................8
Exhaust fumes ..........................189
F
Fail safe cooling ........................272
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Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....274
Floor mats .............................72–73
Fluid capacities .........................299
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................199
Fuel ............................................274
calculating fuel
economy ............................23, 281
cap ...........................................277
capacity ...................................299
choosing the right fuel ...........278
detergent in fuel .....................279
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................274, 277, 281
filter, specifications ........274, 298
fuel pump shut-off switch .....217
improving fuel economy ........281
octane rating ...................279, 303
quality ......................................279
running out of fuel .................280
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................274
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................274, 278–279
Fuses ..................................218–219
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............277
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................281
Gauges .........................................19
H
Hazard flashers .........................216
Headlamps ...................................51
aiming ........................................54bulb specifications ....................57
daytime running lights .............52
flash to pass ..............................51
high beam .................................51
replacing bulbs .........................58
turning on and off ....................51
Head restraints ...........................86
Heating
heater only system .............48, 50
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................49
Hood ..........................................260
I
Ignition ...............................186, 303
Illuminated visor mirror .............64
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................118
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................286
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................254
cluster ........................................14
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................52
J
Jack ............................................226
positioning ...............................226
storage .....................................226
Jump-starting your vehicle ......236
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................73
Keys .............................................84
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