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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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If your vehicle is equipped with a dieselengine, an Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™calculates the proper oil change serviceinterval. When the information displayindicates: OIL CHANGE REQUIRED, changethe engine oil and oil filter. SeeInformation Displays (page 111).
The engine oil filter protects your engineby filtering harmful, abrasive or sludgeparticles and particles significantly smallerthan most available will-fit filters. SeeMotorcraft Parts (page 419).
1. Unscrew the oil filter and oil pan drainplug and wait for the oil to drain.
2. Replace the filter.
3. Reinstall the oil pan drain plug.
4. Refill the engine with new oil. SeeCapacities and Specifications (page427).
5. For diesel engines, you need to resetthe Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™. SeeInformation Displays (page 111).
Engine lubrication for severeservice operation
The following conditions define severeoperation for which engine operation withSAE 5W-40 API CJ-4 is recommended. Oiland oil filter change intervals will bedetermined by the Intelligent Oil LifeMonitor™ as noted previously.
•Frequent or extended idling (over 10minutes per hour of normal driving).
•Low-speed operation/stationary use.
•If vehicle is operated in sustainedambient temperatures below -9°F(-23°C) or above 100°F (38°C).
•Frequent low-speed operation,consistent heavy traffic less than25 mph (40 km/h).
•Operating in severe dust conditions.
•Operating the vehicle off road.
•Towing a trailer over 1,000 mi(1,600 km).
•Sustained, high-speed driving at GrossVehicle Weight Rating (maximumloaded weight for vehicle operation).
•Use of fuels with sulfur content otherthan ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD).
•Use of high-sulfur diesel fuel.
CHANGING THE COALESCER
FILTER ELEMENT
WARNING
Do not dispose of engine oil or oilfilters in the household refuse or thepublic sewage system. Use anauthorized waste disposal facility.
Do not clean or recondition the filterelement.
We recommend that you demand the useof genuine Ford and Motorcraft® partswhenever your vehicle requires scheduledmaintenance or repair. Use the correctspecification filter element. SeeMotorcraft Parts (page 418).
Note:Operating your vehicle without a filterelement or with an unapproved filterelement may result in damage to the turbocharger or exchanger and could lead toengine damage that may not be covered bythe vehicle Warranty.
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State or local regulations on volatileorganic compounds may restrict the useof methanol, a common windshield washerantifreeze additive. Washer fluidscontaining non-methanol antifreezeagents should be used only if they providecold weather protection without damagingthe vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades orwasher system.
DRAINING THE FUEL FILTER
WATER TRAP - 6.7L DIESEL
WARNING
Do not dispose of fuel in thehousehold refuse or the publicsewage system. Use an authorizedwaste disposal facility.
Your vehicle has a diesel fuel conditionermodule. The module is mounted betweenthe outboard side of the fuel tank and theframe rail.
Note:The module is at the front of the fueltank or at the front of the aft-axle fuel tankon some models.
You should drain water from themodule assembly whenever thewarning light illuminates or amessage appears in the informationdisplay advising you to drain the waterseparator. This occurs when approximately6.76 fl oz (200 ml) of water accumulatesin the module. If you allow the water levelto exceed this level, the water may passthrough to the engine and may cause fuelinjection equipment damage.
Draining the Diesel FuelConditioner Module
1. Switch the engine off.
2. Access the underside of your vehicle.
3. The diesel fuel conditioner module ison the left-hand frame rail.
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Operating your vehicle in heavy snowfallor extreme rain conditions may allowexcessive amounts of snow or water intothe air intake system. This could restrict airflow and cause the engine to lose poweror shut down.
After installing a new air filter element, youmust reset the gauge by pressing the resetbutton.
After operating your vehicle during in heavysnowfall or extreme rain, do the following:
•Snow: At the earliest opportunity, openthe hood and clear any snow and icefrom the air filter housing inlet andreset the air filter restriction gauge.
•Extreme rain: The air filter elementdries out after approximately 15–30minutes of driving at highway speeds.At the earliest opportunity, open thehood and reset the air filter restrictiongauge.
Note:Do not remove the foam filter.
CHANGING THE ENGINE-
MOUNTED AND DIESEL FUEL
CONDITIONER MODULE FUEL
FILTERS - 6.7L DIESEL
WARNING
Do not dispose of fuel in thehousehold refuse or the publicsewage system. Use an authorizedwaste disposal facility.
Your vehicle has two fuel filters. The firstfilter mounts on top of the engine on theleft-hand side. The second filter is insidethe diesel fuel conditioner module. Themodule is mounted between the outboardside of the fuel tank and the frame rail.
Note:The module is at the front of the fueltank or at the front of the aft-axle fuel tankon some models.
Regular fuel filter changes are animportant part of engine maintenance;failing to keep with the scheduledmaintenance could lead to engineperformance issues and fuel injectionsystem damage. See ScheduledMaintenance (page 573).
Use only recommended service partsconforming to specifications. SeeMotorcraft Parts (page 418).
Note:Using fuel that has high levels ofimpurities may require more frequent filterreplacements than the service intervalspecifies.
Diesel Fuel Conditioner ModuleFilter
Filter Location
Use the tables below to find the locationof your filter.
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•An authorized dealer needs to installmobile communications systems.Improper installation may harm theoperation of your vehicle, particularlyif the manufacturer did not design themobile communication systemspecifically for automotive use.
•If you or an authorized Ford dealer addany non-Ford electrical or electronicaccessories or components to yourvehicle, you may adversely affectbattery performance and durability. Inaddition, you may also adversely affectthe performance of other electricalsystems in the vehicle.
The auxiliary switch option packageprovides six switches mounted in theoverhead console. These switches operatewhen the vehicle is running or from batterypower, depending on the switchable fuseAUXF4's location in the upfitter relay box.We recommend, however, that the engineremain running to maintain battery chargewhen using the auxiliary switches forextended periods of time or higher currentdraws.
Note:When your vehicle has a dieselengine, use the auxiliary switches only whenthe engine is running. The glow plugs alsodrain battery power when the ignition key isin the on position. Using the auxiliaryswitches, even for limited amounts of time,can cause your battery to drain quickly andprevent your vehicle from restarting.
When switched on, the auxiliary switchesprovide electrical battery power for avariety of personal or commercial uses.Switches 1 through 4 provide 25 amps.Switches 5 and 6 provide 40 amps.
The relay box for the auxiliary switches isin the rear of the engine compartment,near the back wall. See your authorizeddealer for service.
The relays are coded as shown:
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Each switch includes a blunt-cut, sealedwire. The wires are under the instrumentpanel on the right-hand side of thepassenger footwell.
The power leads are coded as shown:
Fuse Amp RatingWire ColorCircuit NumberSwitch
25ABrown with GreenTraceCB117AAUX 1
25AViolet with OrangeTraceCB114AAUX 2
25ABlue with GreenTraceCB116AAUX 3
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Fuse Amp RatingWire ColorCircuit NumberSwitch
25AGray with BrownTraceCB113AAUX 4
40ABrown with BlueTraceCB115AAUX 5
40AGray with OrangeTraceCB118AAUX 6
Upfitter Interface Module (If Equipped)
The Upfitter Interface Module (UIM) is anelectronic control module that operatesequipment (such as lift buckets, cranes,motors, salt spreaders and snow plows)with external relays.
For more information on theUpfitter Interface Module and theauxiliary switches, visit:
Web Address
www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/
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Diesel Engine(s)
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor
Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-LifeMonitor that determines when you shouldchange the engine oil based on how youuse your vehicle. By using severalimportant factors in its calculations, themonitor helps reduce the cost of owningyour vehicle and reduces environmentalwaste at the same time.
This means you do not have to rememberto change the oil on a mileage-basedschedule. Your vehicle lets you know whenan oil change is due by displaying amessage in the information display.
The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oilchange intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity ofuse.
When to expect the message prompting you to change your oil
Vehicle use and exampleMiles (km)
Normal
7500-10000(12000-16000)
Normal commuting with highway drivingNo, or moderate, load or towingFlat to moderately hilly roadsNo extended idling
Severe
5000-7499(8000-11999)
Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idling (200-300 hours)Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3000-4999(4000-7999)Maximum load or towingExtreme hot or cold operationUse of high sulfur diesel fuel
Note:Use the appropriate special operating condition for maintenance information whenusing high sulfur diesel fuels, operating your vehicle off-road or in dusty conditions (such asunpaved roads).
Note:For every hour that your vehicle idles, it has accumulated the equivalent ofapproximately 25 miles (40 kilometers) of driving.
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