2015 FORD F450 power steering fluid

Changing a Fuse............................................231
Maintenance
General Information
....................................232
Opening and Closing the Hood..............232
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................233
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L..................234
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................235
Engine Oil Check
..........................................235
Engine Coolant Check
...............................236
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check...........................................................240
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................242
Brake Fluid Check
........................................243
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................243
Washer Fluid Check....................................243
Fuel Filter
........................................................243
Changing the 12V Battery.........................244
Checking the Wiper Blades
.....................246
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................246
Adjusting the Headlamps........................246
Removing a Headlamp
.............................248
Changing a Bulb..........................................249
Bulb Specification Chart............................251
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................253
Vehicle Care
General Information
...................................255
Cleaning Products
.......................................255
Cleaning the Exterior..................................255
Waxing.............................................................256
Cleaning the Engine
....................................256
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades..........................................................257
Cleaning the Interior....................................257
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
........................257
Cleaning Leather Seats
.............................258
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
..............259
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................260 Vehicle Storage
............................................260
Wheels and Tires
General Information
...................................263
Tire Care
..........................................................265
Using Snow Chains.....................................282
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........283
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................288
Technical Specifications..........................299
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications
.................................301
Motorcraft Parts..........................................302
Vehicle Identification Number................303
Vehicle Certification Label.......................303
Transmission Code Designation............304
Technical Specifications
..........................305
Audio System
General Information
....................................310
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM........311
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC
.............................................................312
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/ CD...................................................................315
Digital Radio...................................................316
Satellite Radio
...............................................318
Audio Input Jack............................................321
USB Port
...........................................................321
Media Hub......................................................322
SYNC™
General Information
...................................323
Using Voice Recognition...........................325
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............327
SYNC™ Applications and Services......338
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player...........................................................345
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
.........................353
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Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Service engine soon
Side airbag Shield the eyes
Stability control
Windshield wash and wipe
DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Service data recorders in your vehicle are
capable of collecting and storing
diagnostic information about your vehicle.
This potentially includes information about
the performance or status of various
systems and modules in the vehicle, such
as engine, throttle, steering or brake
systems. In order to properly diagnose and
service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company,
Ford of Canada, and service and repair
facilities may access or share among them
vehicle diagnostic information received
through a direct connection to your vehicle
when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
Additionally, when your vehicle is in for
service or repair, Ford Motor Company,
Ford of Canada, and service and repair
facilities may access or share among them
data for vehicle improvement purposes.
For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose
to use the SYNC Vehicle Health Report,
you consent that certain diagnostic
information may also be accessed
electronically by Ford Motor Company and
Ford authorized service facilities, and that
the diagnostic information may be used
for any purpose. See SYNC™ (page 323).
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STEERING
To help prevent damage to the power
steering system:
•
Never hold the steering wheel at its
furthest turning points (until it stops)
for more than three to five seconds
when the engine is running.
• Do not operate the vehicle with a low
power steering pump fluid level (below
the MIN mark on the reservoir).
• Some noise is normal during operation.
If excessive, check for low power
steering pump fluid level before
seeking service by your dealer.
• Heavy or uneven efforts may be caused
by low power steering fluid. Check for
low power steering pump fluid level
before seeking service by your dealer.
• Do not fill the power steering pump
reservoir above the MAX mark on the
reservoir, as this may result in leaks
from the reservoir.
If the power steering system breaks down
(or if the engine is turned off), you can
steer the vehicle manually, but it takes
more effort.
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
• an improperly inflated tire
• uneven tire wear
• loose or worn suspension components
• loose or worn steering components
• improper vehicle alignment
If any steering components are serviced or
replaced, install new fasteners (many are
coated with thread adhesive or have
prevailing torque features which may not
be re-used). Never re-use a bolt or nut.
Torque fasteners to specifications.
A high crown in the road or high crosswinds
may also make the steering seem to
wander or pull.
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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.
Air filter assembly
G.
Power steering fluid reservoir
H.
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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
A.
Battery
B.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
C.
Engine oil filler cap
D.
Engine oil dipstick
E.
Power steering fluid reservoir
F.
Brake fluid reservoir
G.
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3.
Add only enough fluid through the filler
opening so that the fluid level is at the
bottom of the opening.
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 301).
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
Fluid levels between the
MIN and MAX
lines are within the normal operating range;
there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid
levels are outside of the normal operating
range, the performance of the system
could be compromised; seek service from
your authorized dealer immediately.
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Check the power steering fluid. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 457). If
adding fluid is necessary, use only
MERCON LV ATF
Note: This procedure is for vehicles with
gasoline engines. Vehicles with diesel
engines are similar. See Under Hood
Overview in your diesel supplement.
Check the fluid level when it is at ambient
temperature.
1. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN and MAX
range. Do not add fluid if the level is
within this range.
2. If the fluid level is low, add fluid to bring
the fluid level up to between the MIN
and MAX range.
3. Switch the engine on.
4. While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel left and right several times.
5. Switch the engine off. 6. Recheck the fluid level in the reservoir.
Do not add fluid if the level is between
the MIN and MAX range.
7. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the
level until it is between the MIN and
MAX range. For proper fluid type, See
Capacities and Specifications (page
301). Be sure to put the cap back on the
reservoir.
WASHER FLUID CHECK WARNING
If you operate your vehicle in
temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use
washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid with
antifreeze protection in cold weather could
result in impaired windshield vision and
increase the risk of injury or accident. Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 301).
State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide
cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle ’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed.
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Ford part number /
Ford specification
Ford part name or
equivalent
Capacity
Item
XL-1 /
Motorcraft Penet-
rating and Lock Lubricant
—
Lock cylinders
—
XG-1-E /
Motorcraft Premium
Long-Life Grease
—
Transmission, parking
brake linkages and
pivots, brake pedal shift WSD-M1C227-A
XT-10–QLV /
Motorcraft MERCON
LV
—
Power steering fluid Automatic transmis-
sion MERCON LV
XL-12 /
Motorcraft Transfer
Case Fluid
2.0 qt (1.9 L)
Transfer case fluid
ESP-M2C166-H
XT-10–QLV /
Motorcraft MERCON
LV
17.5 qt (16.6 L)
Automatic transmission
fluid (5–speed) 7,8,9
Automatic transmis-sion MERCON LV
16.7 qt (15.8 L)
Automatic transmission
fluid (6–speed) 7,8,9
ZC-32–B2 (U.S.) /
Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer Concentrate With Bitterant (U.S.)
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid WSB-M8B16–
A2
CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F) (Canada) /
Premium Quality
Windshield Wash (Canada) WSB-M8B16– A2
YN-19 (U.S.) /
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
1.81 lb (0.82 kg)
Air conditioning refri-
gerant10 WSH-M17B19-A
(Gasoline engines) CYN-16-R (Canada)
/
WSH-M17B19-A
YN-19 (U.S.) /
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
1.63 lb (0.74 kg)
Air conditioning refri-
gerant10 WSH-M17B19-A
(Diesel engines) CYN-16-R (Canada)
/
WSH-M17B19-A
YN-12-D /
Motorcraft PAG
Refrigerant
Compressor Oil
4.23 fl oz
(125.09 ml)
Air conditioning refri-
gerant compressor oil 10
(Gasoline engines)
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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 your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great. Multi-point inspection
Horn operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Battery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamage
Engine and cabin air filter
Steering and linkage
Exhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure**
Exterior lamps and hazard warning system
operation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operation
For oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and window
washer.
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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