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FUELING
WARNING:Do not use starting fluid such as ether or gasoline
in the diesel air intake system. Such fluids can cause immediate
explosive damage to the engine and possible personal injury.
If you fuel your vehicle at a truck stop, you may notice that the fuel
nozzle may shut off every 5–10 seconds. This is due to the flow rates
being designed for larger heavy duty trucks. You may have to fuel at a
slower rate (don’t depress the nozzle trigger fully).
Do not run your diesel vehicle out of fuel as this will allow air to enter
the fuel system which will make restarting difficult. Longer engine
cranking time may be required once air is in the fuel system. If air enters
the fuel system (either through running the fuel tank(s) empty or during
a fuel filter change), the engine will self-purge the trapped air once it
starts running. The engine may run roughly and produce white smoke
while air is in the fuel system; this is normal and should stop after a
short time.
MINOR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Air purge procedure
Turn the key on for 30 seconds, then turn off. Repeat the procedure six
times.
If the engine won’t crank
Turn on the headlights. If the lights are dim, do not go on at all or when
the ignition is turned to START the lights become dim or go out, the
battery connections may be loose or corroded, or the battery may be
discharged. If there is a clicking or stuttering sound coming from the
engine compartment when you turn the key to START, this may also
indicate a loose or corroded battery connection.
Check the battery connections at the battery posts, cable connection to
the engine grounding point and at the starter connection.
If a discharged battery is suspected, have it checked and corrected.
WARNING:Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.Wash hands after handling.
•The gearshift lever must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral) in order for
the starter to operate.
Maintenance and Specifications
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Genuine Ford and Motorcraftreplacement parts
Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraftbranded replacement parts.
These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, and
we stand behind them. Maintenance parts installed at your dealership
carry a nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor
limited warranty. Your dealer can give you details.
Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs
Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and
light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, and
one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire
rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your dealers
can offer.
Owner checks and services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in theOwner’s
Guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Maximum oil change interval
Normal schedule As indicated by the message center (do not
exceed one year or 10,000 miles [16,000 km])
Special operating
conditionsRefer toSpecial operating conditionslater in
this chapter
Maximum fuel filter change interval
Normal schedule 22,500 miles (36,000 km) or as indicated by the
message center (whichever comes first)
Special operating
conditionsRefer toSpecial operating conditionslater in
this chapter
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EXCEPTIONS
In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They
are listed below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance:Rear axles and power take-off
(PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with
Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid
unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long
periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should
be changed every 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever
comes first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140
synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles (refer toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin
theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for details).
F-450 and F-550 axle maintenance:Change rear axle fluid every
100,000 miles (160,000 km) under normal driving conditions on all
commercial applications. For trucks operated at or near maximum Gross
Vehicle Weights, the rear axle fluid should be changed every 50,000 miles
(80,000 km). In addition, this 50,000 mile (80,000 km) schedule should
be observed when the vehicles are operated under the Special Operating
Conditions, where noted.
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF):The DPF may need to be removed
for ash cleaning at approximately 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or greater
(actual mileage can vary greatly depending upon engine/vehicle operating
conditions) and replaced with a new or remanufactured (ash cleaned)
part. The filter may need to be replaced at approximately 250,000 miles
(400,000 km) depending upon engine/vehicle operating conditions. In
both cases the engine control system will set a service light (
)to
inform you to bring the vehicle to the dealer for service. If there are any
issues with the oxidation catalyst/DPF system a service light (
or) will be set by the engine control system to inform you to bring
the vehicle into a dealership for service.
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Fuel separator .......................37, 39
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ..............25
Gauges ...........................................7
I
Instrument panel
cluster ..........................................6
Intelligent Oil Life Monitor ........43
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ........17
L
Lights, warning and indicator ......6
Low fuel pressure .............3, 22, 38
M
Motorcraftparts ........................64
O
OCR ........................................54–55Oil (see Engine oil) ....................42
P
Parts (see Motorcraftparts) ...64
S
Selective Catalytic Reduction
(SCR) System
.............................26
Special notice
................................2
ambulance conversions
..............2
diesel-powered vehicles
.............2
Speed control
................................5
Starting your vehicle
..........4, 8, 63
jump starting
............................17
T
Towing
trailer towing
............................15
Transmission
lubricant specifications
............65
Troubleshooting
..........................62
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