2015 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS high beam

LIGHTING CONTROL
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Parking lamps, instrument panellamps, license plate lamps andtail lamps
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HeadlampsC
High Beams
Push the lever forward to switch the highbeams on.
Push the lever forward again or pull thelever toward you to switch the high beamsoff.
Headlamp Flasher
Pull the lever toward you slightly andrelease it to flash the headlamps.
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
DIMMER
Note:If you disconnect the battery or itbecomes discharged, the dimmer switchwill require re-calibration. Rotate thedimmer switch from the full dim position tothe full dome/on position to reset.
Note:Move the control to the full uprightposition, past detent, to turn on the interiorlamps.
Move the control up or down to adjust theintensity of the panel lighting.
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Brake System
Illuminates when you engage theparking brake with the ignitionon.
If it illuminates when you are driving, checkthat the parking brake is not engaged. Ifthe parking brake is not engaged, thisindicates low brake fluid level or a brakesystem malfunction. Have the systemchecked immediately by your authorizeddealer.
WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the warninglamp on is dangerous. A significantdecrease in braking performancemay occur. It will take you longer to stopyour vehicle. Have your vehicle checked byyour authorized dealer immediately. Drivingextended distances with the parking brakeengaged can cause brake failure and therisk of personal injury.
Brake Reserve System (If Equipped)
Illuminates to indicate normalhydromax booster reservesystem activation when theengine is off and the service brake pedal isapplied.
This light may also illuminate momentarilyif the engine is running and the driver turnsthe steering wheel fully in one directionwhile braking.
If the light remains on while the engine isrunning, this indicates inadequate hydraulicbooster pressure or reserve pump systemfailure. Stop the vehicle as soon aspossible and seek service immediately byyour authorized dealer.
Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch thisfeature on. See Using CruiseControl (page 35).
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or rightturn signal or the hazard warningflasher is turned on. If theindicators stay on or flash faster, check fora burned out bulb.
Electronic Throttle Control
Illuminates when the engine hasdefaulted to a limp-homeoperation. See your authorizeddealer as soon as possible.
Fasten Safety Belt
It will illuminate and a chime willsound to remind you to fastenyour safety belt.
High Beam
Illuminates when you switch thehigh beam headlamps on. It willflash when you use theheadlamp flasher.
Service Engine Soon
If the service engine soonindicator light stays illuminatedafter the engine is started, itindicates that the On-Board Diagnostics(OBD-II) system has detected amalfunction of the vehicle emissionscontrol system. Refer to On-BoardDiagnostics (OBD-II) in the Fuel andRefueling chapter for more informationabout having your vehicle serviced. SeeEmission Control System (page 26).
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Jump Starting the Vehicle...........................52Connecting the Jumper Cables.......................53Jump Starting........................................................54Preparing Your Vehicle.......................................53Removing the Jumper Cables.........................54
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Lighting Control...............................................10Headlamp Flasher................................................10High Beams.............................................................10Lighting...............................................................10Load Carrying..................................................36Load Limit.........................................................36Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer...................................................................36Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................106
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Maintenance......................................................71General Information.............................................71Message CenterSee: Information Displays..................................16Mobile Communications Equipment.........7Motorcraft Parts..............................................111
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........124
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Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.........................................74Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature........................................................59Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual............59
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Parking Brake...................................................34Perchlorate..........................................................5Power Steering Fluid Check........................81Steering linkage lubrication points................82
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Recommended Towing Weights..............43Refueling............................................................24Fuel Filler Cap........................................................24Replacement PartsRecommendation.........................................6Collision Repairs......................................................6Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs...................................................................6Warranty on Replacement Parts......................6Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)................................................................60Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only)................................................................59Roadside Assistance......................................51Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting RoadsideAssistance...........................................................51Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using RoadsideAssistance...........................................................51Vehicles Sold in the United States: GettingRoadside Assistance.......................................51Vehicles Sold in the United States: UsingRoadside Assistance.......................................51Roadside Emergencies.................................51Running-InSee: Breaking-In...................................................49Running Out of Fuel......................................23
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Safety Precautions.........................................22Scheduled Maintenance Record............128Scheduled Maintenance.............................121Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains..................................105Special Notices.................................................6New Vehicle Limited Warranty..........................6Special Instructions...............................................6Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance................................................126Exceptions..............................................................127Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control..............................................35Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch.............................................20
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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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