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Note:Do not increase engine speed until the oil pressure gauge
indicates normal pressure. This should be indicated on the gauge within
15 seconds after starting.
Note:Idle the engine for three to five minutes before operating with a
full load.
Note:Try to limit engine idle to 10 minutes. Excessive idling reduces
fuel economy.
Vehicles with a Manual Transmission
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the clutch pedal.
2. Start the engine.
Vehicles with an Automatic Transmission
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Select positionN,orP(if equipped with a Park position).
2. Fully press the brake pedal.
3. Start the engine.
Starting the Engine with the Vehicle on a Steep Grade
When starting a diesel engine when the loaded vehicle is on a grade, the
engine RPM starts to fall slightly when the clutch is engaged. Do not
disengage the clutch and try to increase engine RPM as this may damage
driveline components. The engine recovers as the vehicle begins moving.
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF)
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 particulate filter. The DPF heats up to a high
temperature after only a short period of engine operation, and can
remain hot even after the engine is turned off. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious personal injury.
Your vehicle is equipped with a diesel particulate filter (DPF), as part of
the after-treatment exhaust system, to trap soot and other large particles
produced by the engine combustion process. The soot that accumulates
in the filter must be periodically reduced to ash to prevent excessive
exhaust restriction. The soot reduction process, also known as “filter
regeneration,” is generally performed automatically by your engine and
after-treatment system.
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Instrument cluster lamp(s) illuminates or flashes when operator
assistance is required. In addition, engine performance becomes
increasingly limited above Level 1.
At Levels 1 and 2, two courses of action may be taken by the operator to
facilitate filter regeneration:
1. The vehicle may be driven on the highway at highway speeds.
2. The operator may perform a parked regeneration by following the
steps inParked regeneration.
At Level 3, performing a parked regeneration is the only available course
of action (short of professional servicing) available to the operator for
regenerating the filter. At Level 4, professional servicing is the only way
to regenerate the filter.
Parked Regeneration
WARNING:When performing the parked regeneration
procedure, make certain the vehicle is safely off the roadway, and
the exhaust system is away from people, or any flammable materials,
vapors, or structures. Engine speed may increase during parked
regeneration.
Note:Parked regeneration is only available when the DPF lamp on the
instrument cluster is illuminated (solid or flashing).
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop on level ground and safely off
the road with the exhaust system away from people, flammable
materials, vapors or structures. Ford recommends that you perform a
walk-around before beginning a parked regeneration.
2. If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission and a
steering column shift lever, place the transmission in positionP.
Otherwise, place the transmission in positionN.
3. Remove your feet from the accelerator pedal and clutch pedal
(if equipped).
4. Set the parking brake.
5.Within five seconds of setting the parking brake,remove your
foot from the service brake pedal.
The engine speed may increase slightly. To allow parked regeneration to
continue uninterrupted:
1. The vehicle must remain parked.
2. The transmission must remain in positionPorN(as previously
described in Step 2).
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Incorrect DEF Quality Warning Indications and Vehicle
Consequences
ConditionIndicator
LampsConsequence Remedy
Correct DEF quality. None. None. None.
Initial warning when
incorrect DEF
quality is detected.Amber engine
solid
None.
Replace DEF
with
Ford-approved Initial warning one
hour after incorrect
DEF quality is
detected.Amber engine
solid
25% torque
reduction.
Initial warning three
hours after incorrect
DEF quality is
detected.Amber engine
solid
Torque
reduction
increases
from 25% to
40% at rate of
1% each
minute.
Final vehicle
consequence three
hours after incorrect
DEF quality is
detected and engine
intentionally shut
down (key off), in
extended idle for
one hour or fuel
tank refilled.
*
Amber engine
solid
/
Red engine
solid
•25% torque
reduction
•5 mph
(8 km/h)
vehicle speed
limit
•1000 RPM
engine speed
limit.
**
*
Refueling the fuel tank is defined as increasing the fuel volume level by
15%.
**Final consequence for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission is
1000 RPM. Final consequence for vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission is 1100 RPM.
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SCR Faults and Vehicle Consequences
ConditionIndicator
LampsConsequence Remedy
No faults. None. None. None.
Initial warning when
fault is detected.Amber engine
solid
None.
Correct and
clear fault
condition. Initial warning one
hour after fault is
detected.Amber engine
solid
25% torque
reduction.
Secondary warning
five hours after fault
is detected.Amber engine
solid
Torque
reduction
increases
from 25% to
40% at rate of
1% each
minute.
Final vehicle
consequence five
hours after fault is
detected and engine
intentionally shut
down (key off), in
extended idle for
one hour or fuel
tank refilled.
*
Amber engine
solid
/
Red engine
solid
•40% torque
reduction
•5 mph
(8 km/h)
vehicle speed
limit
•1000 RPM
engine speed
limit.
**
*
Refueling the fuel tank is defined as increasing the fuel volume level by
15%.
**Final consequence for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission is
1000 RPM. Final consequence for vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission is 1100 RPM.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Hold the brake pedal down while you move the
gearshift lever between positions. If you do not hold the brake
pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and cause property
damage, personal injury or death.
Main transmission, auxiliary transmission, transfer case and power
take-off (PTO) control shift patterns can be found on a placard or decal
on the driver’s sun visor, on the instrument panel or on the shift control
itself.
The main transmission control is used to select the various gear ratios or
speeds of the transmission. Selecting positionDdoes not change the
transmission gear ratio, but is used where the gear ratios in the main
transmission are adequate to handle the vehicle operation.
If the transmission fails to shift properly, check the inline 10A fuse
located in the battery cables above the battery.
Brake-shift Interlock
Vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine have a brake-shift interlock
feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from position
Pwhen the ignition is in the on position and the brake pedal is not
pressed.
If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of positionPwith the ignition
in the on position and the brake pedal pressed, it is possible that a fuse
has blown or the vehicle’s brake lamps are not operating properly. See
theFuseschapter.
WARNING:Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the
brake lamps are working.
WARNING:When doing this procedure, you will be taking the
vehicle out of park which means the vehicle can roll freely. To
avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always fully set the parking brake
prior to doing this procedure. Use wheel chocks if appropriate.
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Position P
This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from
turning.
To put your vehicle in gear:
1. Start the engine.
2. Press the brake pedal.
3. Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear.
To put your vehicle in positionP:
1. Come to a complete stop.
2. Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in positionP.
Position R
With the gearshift lever in positionR,the vehicle moves backward. Always
come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of positionR.
Position N
With the gearshift lever in positionN,the vehicle can be started and is
free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.
Position D
This is the normal driving position for the best fuel economy. This
position allows automatic upshifts and downshifts in gears one through
six.
Position 4
This position allows automatic upshifts and downshifts in gears one
through four.
Position 2
Use position2to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.
PRND 4 2 1
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Allison 3000 Series Push-Button Shifter
To shift to Reverse or Drive:
1. Press the brake pedal.
2. Press R or D on the shifter.
3. Release the brake pedal.
To select a higher range when in
Drive, press the up arrow button.
To select a lower range when in
Drive, press the down arrow button.
To place the transmission in Neutral,
press N.
Allison 3000 Prognostics
This transmission is equipped with the Allison Prognostics feature that
can alert the driver to needed transmission maintenance and
transmission fluid and filter life. See the separate Allison transmission
manual for complete details.
POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
A PTO unit allows the transmission to power auxiliary equipment to run
devices such as snowplows, aerial lifts, tow truck lifts, cement mixers or
dump trucks.
Vehicles Equipped with an Allison Automatic Transmission
(Except 3000 Series)
The PTO can be operated while the vehicle is standing or moving.
To engage the PTO, apply the brakes and shift to any gear other than
positionN,then engage the PTO.
If engagement is prevented by the gear teeth not meshing properly,
release the brakes and allow the vehicle to creep slightly or shift the
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selector to positionNand then back into gear. The PTO should never be
engaged by clashing the gear teeth. This may damage the PTO unit and
the transmission PTO drive gear teeth, resulting in further damage to the
transmission and PTO.
PTO Operation with Vehicle Stationary
WARNING:When the PTO is operated with the vehicle
stationary, the transmission must be placed in positionNwith the
parking brake set. If the transmission is not in positionNand is
equipped with a remote throttle control, an increase in engine speed
can overpower the parking brake and cause the vehicle to move,
possibly resulting in personal injury and/or property damage.
Stop the vehicle, idle the engine and set the parking brake. Make sure
the gear selector is in any forward drive range, then engage the PTO.
After the PTO is engaged, move the range selector to positionN.
Increase the engine speed until the desired PTO operation speed is
obtained. To disengage the PTO after operation with the vehicle
standing, release the throttle, allow the drive equipment to come to a
stop, and then disengage the PTO.
PTO Operation while Vehicle Is Moving
After the PTO is engaged for driven vehicle operation, shift to the
desired range and drive the vehicle. The speed of the PTO, during this
period of operation, always maintains direct relation to vehicle speed.
PTO speed decreases in relation to vehicle (transmission output) speed
as shifts to a higher gear occur. When operating the PTO while the
vehicle is moving, the PTO may be disengaged whenever it is no longer
required. When there is no load on the PTO gear, it can be pulled out of
engagement.
Vehicles Equipped with an Allison 3000 Series Automatic
Transmission
The PTO drive gear is engine-driven and provides direct engine power.
The PTO can be operated when the vehicle is either stationary or
moving. The PTO gear is in constant mesh with the drive gear in the
torque converter housing. A friction clutch or constant drive is used to
transmit power to the PTO.
Vehicles Equipped with a Manual Transmission
Transmission-mounted PTO units are available for local installation on
your vehicle. See yourBody Builder’s Layout Bookfor restrictions on
use and installation of PTO units.
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