2017 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY oil dipstick

Bed Ramps....................................................265
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................268
Trailer Reversing Aids.................................269
Trailer Sway Control....................................277
Recommended Towing Weights............277
Essential Towing Checks...........................281
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......289
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................292
Economical Driving.....................................292
Driving Through Water...............................293
Floor Mats.......................................................293
Snowplowing................................................294
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................297
Hazard Flashers...........................................298
Fuel Shutoff - 6.2L/6.8L...........................298
Fuel Shutoff - 6.7L Diesel.........................298
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................299
Post-Crash Alert System..........................302
Transporting the Vehicle...........................302
Towing Points...............................................303
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need..............305
In California (U.S. Only)............................306
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)......................307
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)......................308
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.......................................................308
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature....................................................309
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only).............................................................310
Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly).............................................................310
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart............................312
Changing a Fuse..........................................320
Maintenance
General Information....................................322
Opening and Closing the Hood..............322
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................323
Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel......324
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L..................326
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L/6.8L...............327
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............327
Engine Oil Check - 6.2L/6.8L...................327
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel................328
Changing the Engine Oil and OilFilter..............................................................329
Changing the Coalescer FilterElement......................................................330
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................331
Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/6.8L........332
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel......336
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................340
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................343
Brake Fluid Check........................................343
Power Steering Fluid Check....................344
Washer Fluid Check....................................344
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7LDiesel...........................................................345
Fuel Filter - 6.2L/6.8L................................346
Changing the 12V Battery.........................346
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................348
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................348
Adjusting the Headlamps........................349
Changing a Bulb..........................................350
Bulb Specification Chart...........................353
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.2L/6.8L...............................................................356
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Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 344).E.
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 332).F.
Power steering fluid reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid Check (page 344).G.
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 327).H.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 327).I.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 346).J.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 6.7L DIESEL
F-Super Duty
Air filter restriction gauge. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 357).A.
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuse Specification Chart (page 312).B.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 327).C.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick. See Automatic Transmission FluidCheck (page 340).D.
Engine oil fill. See Engine Oil Check (page 328).E.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 6.8L
Air filter. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 356).A.
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuse Specification Chart (page 312).B.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick. See Automatic Transmission FluidCheck (page 340).C.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 327).D.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 343).E.
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 344).F.
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 332).G.
Power steering fluid reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid Check (page 344).H.
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 327).I.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 346).J.
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 6.2L/
6.8L
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 6.7L
DIESEL
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ENGINE OIL CHECK - 6.2L/6.8L
To check the engine oil level consistentlyand accurately, do the following:
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
2. Run engine until it reaches normaloperating temperature.
3.Make sure the parking brake is on. Makesure the transmission is in park (P) orneutral (N).
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15minutes for the oil to drain into the oilpan. Checking the engine oil level toosoon after you switch the engine offmay result in an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening andClosing the Hood (page 322).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it witha clean, lint-free cloth. See UnderHood Overview (page 326).
7. Replace the dipstick and remove itagain to check the oil level. SeeEngine Oil Dipstick (page 327).
8.Make sure that the oil level is betweenthe maximum and minimum marks. Ifthe oil level is at the minimum mark,add oil immediately. See Capacitiesand Specifications (page 434).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note:Do not remove the dipstick when theengine is running.
Note:If the oil level is between themaximum and minimum marks, the oil levelis acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note:The oil consumption of new enginesreaches its normal level after approximately3,000 mi (5,000 km).
Adding Engine Oil
WARNING
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is running.
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Do not use supplemental engine oiladditives because they are unnecessaryand could lead to engine damage that maynot be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Only use oils certified for gasoline enginesby the American Petroleum Institute (API).An oil with this trademark symbolconforms to the current engine andemission system protection standards andfuel economy requirements of theInternational Lubricants SpecificationAdvisory Committee (ILSAC), comprisedof U.S. and Japanese automobilemanufacturers.
To top up the engine oil level do thefollowing:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engineoil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. SeeUnder Hood Overview (page 326).Turn it counterclockwise and removeit.
3. Add engine oil that meets Fordspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 434). You mayhave to use a funnel to pour the engineoil into the opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turnit clockwise until you feel a strongresistance.
Note:Do not add oil further than themaximum mark. Oil levels above themaximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note:Make sure you install the oil filler capcorrectly.
Note:Soak up any spillage with anabsorbent cloth immediately.
ENGINE OIL CHECK - 6.7L
DIESEL
To check the engine oil level consistentlyand accurately, do the following:
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
2. Run the engine until it reaches normaloperating temperature.
3.Make sure the parking brake is on. Makesure the transmission is in park (P) orneutral (N).
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15minutes for the oil to drain into the oilpan. Checking the engine oil level toosoon after you switch the engine offmay result in an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening andClosing the Hood (page 322).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it witha clean, lint-free cloth. See UnderHood Overview (page 323).
7. Replace the dipstick and remove itagain to check the oil level. SeeEngine Oil Dipstick (page 327).
8.Make sure that the oil level is betweenthe maximum and minimum marks. Ifthe oil level is at the minimum mark,add oil immediately. See Capacitiesand Specifications (page 427).
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9. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note:Do not remove the dipstick when theengine is running.
Note:If the oil level is between themaximum and minimum marks, the oil levelis acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note:The oil consumption of new enginesreaches its normal level after approximately3,000 mi (5,000 km).
Adding Engine Oil
WARNING
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oiladditives because they are unnecessaryand could lead to engine damage that maynot be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Only use oils certified for diesel engines bythe American Petroleum Institute (API).An oil with this trademark symbolconforms to the current engine andemission system protection standards andfuel economy requirements of theInternational Lubricants SpecificationAdvisory Committee (ILSAC), comprisedof U.S. and Japanese automobilemanufacturers.
To top up the engine oil level do thefollowing:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engineoil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. SeeUnder Hood Overview (page 323).Turn it counterclockwise and removeit.
3. Add engine oil that meets Fordspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 427). You mayhave to use a funnel to pour the engineoil into the opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turnit clockwise until you feel a strongresistance.
Note:Do not add oil further than themaximum mark. Oil levels above themaximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note:Make sure you install the oil filler capcorrectly.
Note:Soak up any spillage with anabsorbent cloth immediately.
CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL
AND OIL FILTER
WARNINGS
Do not handle a hot oil filter withbare hands.
Continuous contact with used motoroil has caused cancer in laboratorymice. Protect your skin by washingwith soap and water.
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Driver and Passenger Airbags...................45Children and Airbags..........................................50Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........45Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................49Driving Aids.....................................................247Driving Hints...................................................292Driving Through Water...............................293DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps........................88
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Economical Driving.....................................292Electronic Locking Differential................219Activating the Electronic LockingDifferential........................................................219Emission Control System - Diesel.........199Oxidation Catalytic Converter and DieselParticulate Filter System............................199Emission Control System -Gasoline........................................................196On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)....................197Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing...................................................198End User License Agreement..................601VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) .................................601Engine Block Heater.....................................181Using the Engine Block Heater......................182Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/6.8L........332Adding Coolant...................................................332Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement..................................................335Fail-Safe Cooling...............................................334Recycled Coolant...............................................333Severe Climates.................................................334Engine Coolant Check - 6.7LDiesel.............................................................336Adding Coolant..................................................336Checking Coolant Corrosion InhibitorAdditive Strength .........................................339Coolant Change.................................................340Engine and Secondary Cooling SystemRefill Procedure.............................................338Engine-driven Cooling Fan (FanClutch).............................................................340Recycled Coolant..............................................338
Severe Climates.................................................338Engine Idle Shutdown..................................181Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................74Engine Oil Check - 6.2L/6.8L...................327Adding Engine Oil...............................................327Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel................328Adding Engine Oil..............................................329Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L/6.8L...............327Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............327Engine Specifications - 6.2L.....................415Drivebelt Routing................................................415Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel........415Drivebelt Routing................................................415Engine Specifications - 6.8L....................416Drivebelt Routing................................................417Entertainment................................................512AM/FM Radio.......................................................513Apps.........................................................................521Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................520CD (If equipped).................................................519HD Radio™ Information (IfAvailable).........................................................516SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (IfActivated).........................................................514Sources...................................................................512Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information..................................521USB Ports...............................................................521Environment.....................................................16Essential Towing Checks...........................281Before Towing a Trailer....................................287Dynamic Hitching Using the Rear ViewCamera System.............................................282Hitches...................................................................283Integrated Trailer Brake Controller..............285Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)........................................288Safety Chains......................................................284Trailer Brakes.......................................................284Trailer Lamps.......................................................287Trailer Towing Connector.................................281When Towing a Trailer.....................................288Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording............................................10Export Unique Options.................................14Exterior Mirrors................................................96Blind Spot Information System......................98
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