2014 FORD F250 oil dipstick

Fuse Specification Chart............................215
Maintenance
General Information....................................223
Opening and Closing the Hood..............223
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................224
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L...................225
Engine Oil Dipstick
......................................226
Engine Oil Check..........................................226
Engine Coolant Check
................................227
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................231
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................234
Brake Fluid Check
........................................234
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................234
Washer Fluid Check....................................235
Fuel Filter
........................................................235
Changing the 12V Battery.........................235
Checking the Wiper Blades......................237
Changing the Wiper Blades......................237
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................238
Removing a Headlamp..............................239
Changing a Bulb
............................................241
Bulb Specification Chart...........................243
Changing the Engine Air Filter................245
Vehicle Care
General Information....................................247
Cleaning Products.......................................247
Cleaning the Exterior..................................247
Waxing.............................................................248
Cleaning the Engine
...................................248
Cleaning the Exhaust.................................249
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades..........................................................249
Cleaning the Interior
...................................250
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.......................250
Cleaning Leather Seats
..............................251
Repairing Minor Paint Damage................251 Cleaning the Alloy Wheels
........................251
Vehicle Storage.............................................252
Wheels and Tires
General Information
...................................254
Tire Care
..........................................................256
Using Snow Chains
......................................273
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
...........273
Changing a Road Wheel
............................279
Technical Specifications
..........................290
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications
................................292
Motorcraft Parts
...........................................293
Vehicle Identification Number................294
Vehicle Certification Label.......................294
Transmission Code Designation............295
Technical Specifications..........................296
Audio System
General Information
....................................301
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM......302
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC............................................................303
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/ CD.................................................................305
Digital Radio
..................................................306
Satellite Radio
..............................................309
Audio Input Jack
.............................................311
USB Port
...........................................................312
Media Hub
.......................................................312
SYNC™
General Information
....................................313
Using Voice Recognition
............................315
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............317
SYNC™ Applications and Services......328
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player...........................................................335
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2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
locate the secondary release lever,
which is located under the front of the
hood, to your right of the center of the
vehicle (driver's side), toward the
headlight.
3. Release the hood latch by pushing the secondary release lever to your left,
toward the center of the vehicle.
4. Raise the hood. 5.
To close the hood, lower the hood and
allow it to drop the last 8 to 11 inches
(20 to 30 centimeters).
Note: Make sure that the hood is closed
properly.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW -
6.2L
Note: Refer to the diesel supplement for
diesel engine component locations. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
A.
Engine oil dipstick
B.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
C.
Brake fluid reservoir
D.
Engine coolant reservoir
E.
Power distribution box
F.
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Air filter assembly
G.
Power steering fluid reservoir
H.
Engine oil filler cap
I.
Battery
J.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW -
6.8L
Note: Refer to the diesel supplement for
diesel engine component locations. Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir
A.
Battery
B.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
C.
Engine oil filler cap
D.
Engine oil dipstick
E.
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Power steering fluid reservoir
F.
Brake fluid reservoir
G.
Engine coolant reservoir
H.
Air filter assembly
I.
Power distribution box
J.
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK MINA
MAX
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ENGINE OIL CHECK
Note: For diesel engine information, refer
to the diesel supplement.
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes
for the oil to drain into the oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is in P.
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine
oil level dipstick. See the Under Hood
Overview in this chapter for location of
dipstick. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the
dipstick fully, then remove it again.
•If the oil level is between the lower
and upper holes, the oil level is
acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL.
• If the oil level is below the lower
hole, add enough oil to raise the
level within the lower and upper
holes.
• Oil levels above the upper hole may
cause engine damage. Some oil
must be removed from the engine
by an authorized dealer.
7. Put the oil level dipstick back into the oil dipstick tube and ensure it is fully
seated.
Adding Engine Oil
Note: Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.
Note: Do not remove the engine oil level
dipstick when the engine is runnin
Note: Do not add oil further than the MAX
mark. Oil levels above the MAX mark may
cause engine damage.
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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC), comprised of
U.S. and Japanese automobile
manufacturers.
1. Check the engine oil level.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the
normal range, add engine oil that
meets Ford specifications. See
Capacities and Specifications for more
information.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into
the opening.
4. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure
the oil level is not above the normal
operating range on the engine oil level
dipstick.
5. Install the engine oil level dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
6. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until
three clicks are heard or until the cap
is fully seated. ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the Engine Coolant
Note:
If your vehicle is equipped with a
diesel engine, refer to the Diesel
Supplement.
When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the engine
coolant at the intervals listed in the
scheduled maintenance information. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 430).
Note: Make sure that the level is between
the MIN and MAX marks on the coolant
reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the MAX mark
Note: If the level is at the MIN mark, below
the MIN mark, or empty, add coolant
immediately. See
Adding Engine Coolant
in this chapter.
The coolant concentration should be
maintained within 48% to 50%, which
equates to a freeze point between
-29°F
(-34°C) and -35°F (-37°C).
Note: For best results, coolant
concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Rotunda tool
300-ROB75240 available from your
authorized dealer. Ford does not
recommend the use of hydrometers or
coolant test strips for measuring coolant
concentrations.
Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Do not use engine coolant
or antifreeze or windshield washer fluid
outside of its specified function and vehicle
location.
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1
Add 8 oz. (236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford
Specification EST-M2C118– A for complete refill of limited slip Ford axles. Ford design
rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless you submerge
the axle in water.
2 Ford recommends using Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 3 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle
Brake Fluid, Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid or
equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A1 or WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause degraded brake performance and not meet the Ford
performance standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry. Contamination with dirt, water,
petroleum products or other materials may result in brake system damage and possible
failure.
3 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
4 Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet
Ford ’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity
grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline
engines.
5 Do not use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also display the API certification mark.
These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicles engine and emissions system.
6 Do not use supplemental engine oil additives. They are unnecessary and could lead to
engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
7 Use the correct automatic transmission fluid. Transmission fluid requirements are
indicated on the dipstick blade or the dipstick handle. Check the container to verify the
fluid you are adding is of the correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information
to determine the correct service interval.
Note: Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV fluid.
Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
8 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler
size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. You should set the amount of transmission
fluid and fluid level by the indication on the dipstick’ s normal operating range.
9 Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type A. For correct dipstick type, See
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check (page 231).
9 Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type B. For correct dipstick type, See
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
(page 231).
10 See the Warning below: WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant R-134a under high
pressure. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
Have the air conditioning refrigerant system serviced only by qualified personnel.
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E
Economical Driving....................................200
Electronic Locking Differential................158
Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential....................................................... 158
Emission Control System..........................139 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 140
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 140
End User License Agreement...................412
SYNC® End User License Agreement
(EULA)............................................................... 412
Engine Block Heater.....................................132 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 133
Engine Coolant Check
................................227
Adding Engine Coolant.................................... 228
Checking the Engine Coolant........................ 227
Recycled Engine Coolant................................ 229
Severe Climates................................................. 229
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................................. 229
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 58
Engine Oil Check..........................................226 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 226
Engine Oil Dipstick
......................................226
Engine Specifications.................................292
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 292
Entertainment..............................................366 A/V Inputs............................................................ 382
AM/FM Radio...................................................... 368
Bluetooth Audio.................................................. 381
Browsing Device Content............................... 366
CD........................................................................\
..... 377
SD Card Slot and USB Port............................ 378
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 373
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................. 381Essential Towing Checks...........................189
Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 195
Hitches................................................................... 190
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)......................................... 196
Safety Chains........................................................ 191
Trailer Brakes......................................................... 191
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 195
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 190
Using a Step Bumper (If Equipped)............195
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 195
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Exterior Mirrors
................................................70
Clearance Lamps................................................... 71
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................. 71
Heated Exterior Mirrors........................................ 71
Memory Mirrors...................................................... 71
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 70
Telescoping Mirrors.............................................. 72
F
Fastening the Safety Belts..........................29 Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................ 30
Restraint of Pregnant Women........................ 30
Safety Belt Extension Assembly...................... 31
Safety Belt Locking Modes............................... 30
Using the Safety Belt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center and Rear Center Seats
Only).................................................................... 29
Floor Mats
.......................................................201
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps......................................... 67
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 63
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)
.......427
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............429
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)......................... 427
Four-Wheel Drive.........................................149
Front Fog Lamps............................................67
Front Seat Armrest........................................117
Fuel and Refueling
.......................................134
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