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If the fuse is not blown and the brake lamps are working properly, the
following procedure will allow you to move the gearshift lever from P
(Park):
1. Apply the parking brake, and turn
the ignition to the on position.
2. Remove the lower trim panel
under the steering column. Make
sure to not disturb the wires on the
electrical connector.
3. Locate the brake-shift interlock
solenoid underneath the steering
column.
4. Pull back on the solenoid, and at
the same time, shift the
transmission into N (Neutral).
5. Start the vehicle.
See your authorized dealer as
soon as possible if this
procedure is used.
WARNING:Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the
brake lamps are working.
WARNING:Always set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the lock
position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
WARNING:If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake
warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be
working properly. See your authorized dealer.
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VEHICLE USED AS A STATIONARY POWER SOURCE
Auxiliary equipment called power take-off or PTO, is often added to the
engine or transmission to operate utility equipment. Examples include a
wheel-lift for tow trucks, cranes, tools for construction or tire service and
pumping fluids. PTO applications draw auxiliary horsepower from the
powertrain, often while the vehicle is stationary. In this condition, there
is limited cooling air flow through the radiator and around the vehicle
that normally occurs when a vehicle is moving. The aftermarket PTO
system installer, having the most knowledge of the final application, is
responsible for determining whether additional chassis heat protection or
powertrain cooling is required, and alerting the user to the safe and
proper operation.
Your vehicle is qualified for use as a stationary power source, within
limits detailed in theFord Truck Body Builders Layout Book,found at
www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas, and through the Ford Truck Body Builders
Advisory Service.
Gas engine vehicles are qualified for up to 10 minutes of continuous
operation as a stationary power source, due to the potential for the
normal venting of fuel vapors. Further consult your aftermarket PTO
installer, since the duration of operation limit for the aftermarket PTO
may be less than the vehicle is capable of.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
If driving through deep or standing
water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly especially when the depth is
not known. Never drive through
water that is higher than the bottom
of the wheel rims (for cars) or the
bottom of the hubs (for trucks).
When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.
Also, water may enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage your
engine or your vehicle may stall.Driving through deep water where
the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the
transmission and cause internal transmission damage.
Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes.
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BRAKE FLUID
•E-150/E-250/E-350 Single Rear
Wheel
•E-350/E-450 Dual Rear Wheel
The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the
brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX
lines are within the normal operating range; there is no need to add
fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range, the
performance of the system could be compromised; seek service from
your authorized dealer immediately.
DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE
Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require
lubrication. Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor
maintenance intervals. If the original universal joints are replaced with
universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be
necessary.
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Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the
battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure
battery charge is maintained for quick starting.
Note:If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset
memory features.
Brakes
•Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are
covered with grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricate
working parts and prevent corrosion.
Removing vehicle from storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of storage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or grease film build-up on
window surfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for any deterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreign material that may have collected
during storage (mice/squirrel nests).
•Check the exhaust for any foreign material that may have collected
during storage.
•Check tire pressures and set tire inflation per the Tire Label.
•Check brake pedal operation. Drive the vehicle 15 ft (4.5 meters) back
and forth to remove rust build up.
•Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil and gas) to make sure there
are no leaks, and fluids are at recommended levels.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................64
AdvanceTrac ..............................189
Air cleaner filter .......289–290, 293
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................103–104
and child safety seats ............105
description ..............................104
disposal ....................................108
driver airbag ............................106
indicator light .........................107
operation .................................106
passenger airbag .....................106
passenger deactivation
switch ......................................109
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................263
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................186–187
Anti-theft system ........................81
arming the system ....................82
Audio system (see Radio) ...29, 31
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................198, 200
fluid, adding ............................284
fluid, checking ........................284
fluid, refill capacities ..............294
fluid, specification ..................294
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................38
Auxiliary power point .................63
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........294
refill capacities ........................294
traction lok ..............................194B
Battery .......................................260
acid, treating emergencies .....260
jumping a disabled battery ....232
maintenance-free ....................260
replacement, specifications ...293
servicing ..................................260
Belt-Minder...............................99
Blind spot mirror ......................208
Booster seats .............................131
Brakes ........................................186
anti-lock ...........................186–187
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................187
fluid, checking and adding ....283
fluid, refill capacities ..............294
fluid, specifications .................294
lubricant specifications ..........294
parking ....................................187
shift interlock ..........................196
trailer .......................................175
Bulbs ............................................55
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....294
Cell phone use ............................10
Changing a tire .........................222
Child safety seats ......................117
in front seat ............................118
in rear seat ..............................118
LATCH .....................................121
recommendations ...................115
tether anchorage hardware ...128
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................131
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............248
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Keys .............................................83
positions of the ignition .........181
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................56
daytime running light ...............50
headlamps .................................50
headlamps, flash to pass ..........51
instrument panel, dimming .....51
interior lamps ...........................54
replacing bulbs .........................57
LATCH anchors .........................121
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........187
Load limits .................................163
Loading instructions .................170
Locks
autolock .....................................72
doors ..........................................72
Lubricant specifications ...........294
Lug nuts ....................................231
Lumbar support, seats ...............87
M
Message center ...........................21
english/metric button ...............26
warning messages .....................26
Mirrors .........................................65
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................65
fold away ...................................67
side view mirrors (power) .......65
Motorcraftparts ..............253, 293
N
Navigation system .......................46O
Octane rating ............................274
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................258
P
Parking brake ............................187
Parts (see Motorcraft
parts) .........................................293
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................218
Power door locks ........................72
Power mirrors .............................65
Power point .................................63
Power steering ..........................193
fluid, checking and adding ....282
fluid, refill capacity ................294
fluid, specifications .................294
Power Windows ...........................64
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................194
R
Radio ......................................29, 31
Rear-view camera system .........206
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................115
Relays ........................................214
Remote entry system .................77
illuminated entry ......................81
locking/unlocking doors ..........72,
78–79
panic alarm ...............................79
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................80
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