2015 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS belt

Check every six months
Hinges, latches and 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 and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and 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 yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
Multi-point inspection
Horn operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hosesBattery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamageEngine air filter
Steering and linkageExhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper
pressure**Exterior lamps and hazard warning systemoperation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFluid levels*; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operationFor oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and windowwasher.**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expirationUse By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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Other maintenance items
Change engine coolant.*
Every 105000 miles(168000 km)Replace rear axle fluid.
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).**
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within thelast 100000 miles (160000 km).Every 150000 miles(240000 km)Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealedbearings are used.
Replace brake fluid.Every two years
* Initial replacement at six years or 105000 miles (168000 kilometers), then every threeyears or 45000 miles (72000 kilometers).** If not replaced, inspect every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers).
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Engine Coolant Check..................................75Adding Engine Coolant.......................................75Recycled Engine Coolant...................................76Severe Climates....................................................76What you Should Know About Fail-SafeCooling.................................................................77Engine Oil Check.............................................74Adding Engine Oil.................................................74Resetting the Oil Life MonitoringSystem.................................................................74Engine Oil Dipstick.........................................74Engine Specifications..................................110Drivebelt Routing.................................................110Essential Towing Checks............................44Before Towing a Trailer......................................46Hitches.....................................................................44Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)..........................................46Safety Chains.........................................................45Trailer Brakes.........................................................45Trailer Lamps.........................................................45When Towing a Trailer.......................................46Export Unique Options...................................7Extended Service Plan (ESP)...................119SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY).............120SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)...........................119
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Ford Credit...........................................................5(U.S. Only).................................................................5Fuel and Refueling.........................................22Fuel Consumption.........................................25Calculating Fuel Economy................................25Filling the Tank......................................................25Fuel Filter...........................................................82Fuel Quality......................................................23Choosing the Right Fuel.....................................23Octane Recommendations..............................23Fuses....................................................................61Fuse Specification Chart..............................61Diode and Relay Module....................................67Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel..........68Power Distribution Box.......................................61
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Gauges.................................................................12Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............13Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.................................12Fuel Gauge...............................................................13Speedometer..........................................................12Transmission Fluid TemperatureGauge....................................................................12General Maintenance Information..........121Multi-point Inspection.......................................123Owner Checks and Services...........................122Protecting Your Investment.............................121Why Maintain Your Vehicle?............................121Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?.......................................................121Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada...........................................................58Getting the Services You Need.................55Away From Home................................................55
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake...............................................34Hazard Warning Flashers............................52Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes..............................................................33
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Ignition Switch................................................20In California (U.S. Only)...............................56Information Displays......................................16General Information.............................................16Information Messages...................................17Engine........................................................................18Maintenance...........................................................18Transmission...........................................................19Instrument Cluster..........................................12Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................10Introduction........................................................3
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Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................20Failure to Start........................................................21Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes...................21Important Ventilating Information..................21Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving..................................................................21Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary............................................................21Starting and Stopping the Engine...........20General Information............................................20Steering Wheel..................................................8Symbols Glossary.............................................3
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications..............110The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)..........................57Tire Care............................................................90Glossary of Tire Terminology............................91Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading...............................................................90Information Contained on the TireSidewall..............................................................92Temperature A B C...............................................91Traction AA A B C.................................................90Treadwear..............................................................90TiresSee: Wheels and Tires.......................................90Towing a Trailer...............................................42Load Placement...................................................42Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......48Emergency Towing..............................................48Towing................................................................42Transmission Code Designation..............113Transmission....................................................29TransmissionSee: Transmission................................................29Transporting the Vehicle..............................47
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Under Hood Overview...................................72Commercial chassis............................................73Motorhome chassis.............................................72
Using Cruise Control.....................................35Switching Cruise Control Off...........................35Switching Cruise Control On............................35Using Snow Chains......................................105Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)...........................57
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Vehicle Care.....................................................86General Information...........................................86Vehicle Certification Label.........................112Vehicle Identification Number..................112Vehicle Storage...............................................87Battery.....................................................................88Body..........................................................................88Brakes.......................................................................88Cooling system.....................................................88Engine......................................................................88Fuel system............................................................88General.....................................................................87Miscellaneous.......................................................88Removing Vehicle From Storage...................88Tires..........................................................................88VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number..............112
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Warning Lamps and Indicators..................13Anti-Lock Braking System..................................13Battery.......................................................................13Brake Reserve System.........................................14Brake System..........................................................14Cruise Control.........................................................14Direction Indicator.................................................14Electronic Throttle Control................................14Fasten Safety Belt.................................................14High Beam...............................................................14Service Engine Soon............................................14Transmission Tow/Haul......................................15WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior................................86See: Wipers and Washers....................................9Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................106Wheels and Tires...........................................90Technical Specifications.................................109
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