2018 FORD E SERIES engine

STEERING
To help prevent damage to the powersteering system:
•Never hold the steering wheel at itsfurthest turning points (until it stops)for more than three to five secondswhen the engine is running.
•Do not operate the vehicle with a lowpower steering pump fluid level (belowthe MIN mark on the reservoir).
•Some noise is normal during operation.If excessive, check for low powersteering pump fluid level beforeseeking service by your dealer.
•Heavy or uneven efforts may be causedby low power steering fluid. Check forlow power steering pump fluid levelbefore seeking service by your dealer.
•Do not fill the power steering pumpreservoir above the MAX mark on thereservoir, as this may result in leaksfrom the reservoir.
If the power steering system breaks down(or if the engine is turned off), you cansteer the vehicle manually, but it takesmore 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 orreplaced, install new fasteners (many arecoated with thread adhesive or haveprevailing torque features which may notbe re-used). Never re-use a bolt or nut.Torque fasteners to specifications.
A high crown in the road or high crosswindsmay also make the steering seem towander or pull.
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Driving Aids

Safety Compliance Certification LabelExample:
WARNING
Exceeding the SafetyCompliance Certificationlabel vehicle weight rating limitscould result in substandardvehicle handling or performance,engine, transmission and/orstructural damage, seriousdamage to the vehicle, loss ofcontrol and personal injury.
Maximum Loaded TrailerWeight
Maximum loaded trailer weight isthe highest possible weight of afully loaded trailer the vehicle cantow. Consult an authorized dealer(or the RV and Trailer TowingGuide available at an authorizeddealer) for more detailedinformation.
GCWR (Gross CombinedWeight Rating)
GCWR is the maximum allowableweight of the vehicle and theloaded trailer, including all cargoand passengers, that the vehiclecan handle without riskingdamage. (Important: The towingvehicle’s braking system is ratedfor operation at Gross VehicleWeight Rating, not at GrossCombined Weight Rating.)Separate functional brakes shouldbe used for safe control of towedvehicles and for trailers where theGross Combined Weight of thetowing vehicle plus the trailerexceed the Gross Vehicle WeightRating of the towing vehicle.
The gross combined weight mustnever exceed the Gross CombinedWeight Rating.
Note: For trailer towinginformation refer to the RV andTrailer Towing Guide available atan authorized dealer.
WARNINGS
Do not exceed the GVWR orthe GAWR specified on theSafety Compliance Certificationlabel.
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TOWING A TRAILER
WARNINGS
Do not exceed the GVWR orthe GAWR specified on thecertification label.
Towing trailers beyond themaximum recommendedgross trailer weight exceeds thelimit of your vehicle and couldresult in engine damage,transmission damage, structuraldamage, loss of vehicle control,vehicle rollover and personalinjury.
Your vehicle may have electricalitems, for example fuses or relays,related to towing. See Fuses(page 129).
Your vehicle's load capacitydesignation is by weight, not byvolume, so you cannot necessarilyuse all available space whenloading your vehicle.
Towing a trailer places an extraload on your vehicle's engine,transmission, axle, brakes, tiresand suspension. Inspect thesecomponents periodically during,and after, any towing operation.
Load Placement
To help minimize how trailermovement affects your vehiclewhen driving:
•Load the heaviest items closestto the trailer floor.
•Load the heaviest itemscentered between the left andright side trailer tires.
•Load the heaviest items abovethe trailer axles or just slightlyforward toward the trailertongue. Do not allow the finaltrailer tongue weight to goabove or below 10-15% of theloaded trailer weight.
•Select a draw bar with thecorrect rise or drop. When boththe loaded vehicle and trailerare connected, the trailer frameshould be level, or slightlyangled down toward yourvehicle, when viewed from theside.
When driving with a trailer orpayload, a slight takeoff vibrationor shudder may be present due tothe increased payload weight.Additional information regardingcorrect trailer loading and settingyour vehicle up for towing islocated in another chapter of thisOwner's Manual. See Load Limit(page 97). You can also find theinformation in the RV & TrailerTowing Guide. See an authorizeddealer.
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TRAILER SWAY CONTROL (If
Equipped)
WARNING
Switching off trailer sway controlincreases the risk of loss of vehiclecontrol, serious injury or death. Wedo not recommend disabling this featureexcept in situations where speed reductionmay be detrimental, for exampleascending a grade, and the driver hassignificant trailer towing experience andcan control trailer sway to maintain safeoperation.
This feature applies your vehicle's brakesat individual wheels and, if necessary,reduces engine power. If the trailer beginsto sway, the stability control light flashesand a message appears in the informationdisplay.
ActionMessage
Slow your vehicle down,then pull safely to the sideof the road and check forcorrect tongue load andtrailer load distribution. SeeLoad Carrying (page 97).
TrailerswayReducespeed
Note:This feature does not prevent trailersway, but reduces it once it begins.
Note:This feature cannot stop all trailersfrom swaying.
Note:In some cases, if vehicle speed is toohigh, the system may turn on multiple timesto gradually reduce vehicle speed.
RECOMMENDED TOWING
WEIGHTS
Note:Make sure to take intoconsideration trailer frontal area.Vehicles equipped with the TrailerTow Package or the Heavy DutyPayload Package should notexceed 60 ft² (5.6 m²) trailerfrontal area.
Note:Exceeding this limitationmay significantly reduce theperformance of your towingvehicle. Selecting a trailer with alow aerodynamic drag and roundedfront design helps optimizeperformance and fuel economy.
Note:For high altitude operation,reduce the gross combined weightby 2% per 1,000 ft (300 m)starting at the 1,000 ft (300 m)elevation point.
Note:Certain states requireelectric trailer brakes for trailersover a specified weight. Be sure tocheck state regulations for thisspecified weight. The maximumtrailer weights listed may be limitedto this specified weight, as yourvehicle's electrical system may notinclude the wiring connectorneeded to use electric trailerbrakes.
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E-350 Cutaway
MaximumGCWRRear AxleRatioWheelbaseRear AxleOptionEngine
13,000 lb(5,897 kg)
4.10138 in (3.5 m)Single RearWheel6.2L4.56
18,500 lb(8,391 kg)
4.10138 in (3.5 m)Single RearWheel6.8L4.56
13,000 lb(5,897 kg)4.10
138 in (3.5 m)Dual RearWheel6.2L17,000 lb(7,711 kg)4.56
18,500 lb(8,391 kg)
4.10138 in (3.5 m)Dual RearWheel6.8L4.56
13,000 lb(5,897 kg)
4.10158 in (4.01 m)Single RearWheel6.2L4.56
18,500 lb(8,391 kg)
4.10158 in (4.01 m)Single RearWheel6.8L4.56
13,000 lb(5,897 kg)4.10
158 in (4.01 m)Dual RearWheel6.2L17,000 lb(7,711 kg)4.56
18,500 lb(8,391 kg)
4.10158 in (4.01 m)Dual RearWheel6.8L4.56
13,000 lb(5,897 kg)4.10176 in (4.47 m)Dual RearWheel6.2L
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E-350 Cutaway
MaximumGCWRRear AxleRatioWheelbaseRear AxleOptionEngine
17,000 lb(7,711 kg)4.56
18,500 lb(8,391 kg)
4.10176 in (4.47 m)Dual RearWheel6.8L4.56
E-350 Stripped Chassis
MaximumGCWRRear AxleRatioWheelbaseLengthRear AxleOptionEngine
13,000 lb(5,897 kg)4.10
138 in (3.5 m)Dual RearWheel6.2L17,000 lb(7,711 kg)4.56
18,500 lb(8,391 kg)
4.10138 in (3.5 m)Dual RearWheel6.8L4.56
13,000 lb(5,897 kg)4.10
158 in (4.01 m)Dual RearWheel6.2L17,000 lb(7,711 kg)4.56
18,500 lb(8,391 kg)
4.10158 in (4.01 m)Dual RearWheel6.8L4.56
13,000 lb(5,897 kg)4.10
176 in (4.47 m)Dual RearWheel6.2L17,000 lb(7,711 kg)4.56
18,500 lb
(8,391 kg)
4.10176 in (4.47 m)Dual Rear
Wheel6.8L4.56
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E-450 Cutaway
MaximumGCWRRear AxleRatioWheelbaseLengthRear AxleOptionEngine
18,000 lb(8,165 kg)4.56158 in (4.01 m)Dual RearWheel6.2L
22,000 lb(9,979 kg)4.56158 in (4.01 m)Dual RearWheel6.8L
18,000 lb(8,165 kg)4.56176 in (4.47 m)Dual RearWheel6.2L
22,000 lb(9,979 kg)4.56176 in (4.47 m)Dual RearWheel6.8L
E-450 Stripped Chassis
MaximumGCWRRear AxleRatioWheelbaseLengthRear AxleOptionEngine
18,000 lb(8,165 kg)4.56158 in (4.01 m)Dual RearWheel6.2L
22,000 lb(9,979 kg)4.56158 in (4.01 m)Dual RearWheel6.8L
18,000 lb(8,165 kg)4.56176 in (4.47 m)Dual RearWheel6.2L
22,000 lb(9,979 kg)4.56176 in (4.47 m)Dual RearWheel6.8L
Calculating the MaximumLoaded Trailer Weight for YourVehicle
1. Start with the gross combinedweight rating for your vehicle
model and axle ratio. See theprevious charts.
2.Subtract all of the followingthat apply to your vehicle:
•Vehicle curb weight.
•Hitch hardware weight, such asa draw bar, ball, locks or weightdistributing hardware.
•Driver weight.
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wiring. Consult your trailer dealer forassistance. This can be a short to ground(such as a chaffed wire), short to voltage(such as a pulled pin on trailer emergencybreakaway battery) or the trailer brakesmay be drawing too much current.
Points to Remember
Note:Do not attempt removal of the trailerbrake controller without consulting theWorkshop Manual. Damage to the unit mayresult.
•Adjust gain setting before using thetrailer brake controller for the first time.
•Adjust gain setting, using the procedureabove, whenever road, weather andtrailer or vehicle loading conditionschange from when the gain was initiallyset.
•Only use the manual control lever forproper adjustment of the gain duringtrailer setup. Misuse, such asapplication during trailer sway, couldcause instability of trailer or towvehicle.
•Avoid towing in adverse weatherconditions. The trailer brake controllerdoes not provide anti-lock control ofthe trailer wheels. Trailer wheels canlock up on slippery surfaces, resultingin reduced stability of trailer and towvehicle.
•The trailer brake controller is equippedwith a feature that reduces output atvehicle speeds below 11 mph (18 km/h)so trailer and vehicle braking is not jerkyor harsh. This feature is only availablewhen applying the brakes using yourvehicle's brake pedal, not thecontroller.
•The controller interacts with the brakecontrol system and powertrain controlsystem of your vehicle to provide thebest performance on different roadconditions.
•Your vehicle's brake system and thetrailer brake system workindependently of each other. Changingthe gain setting on the controller doesnot affect the operation of yourvehicle's brakes whether you attach atrailer or not.
•When you switch the engine off, thecontroller output is disabled and thedisplay and module shut down. Thecontroller module and display turn onwhen you switch the ignition on.
•The trailer brake controller is only afactory-installed or dealer-installeditem. Ford is not responsible forwarranty or performance of thecontroller due to misuse or customerinstallation.
Trailer Lamps
WARNING
Never connect any trailer lamp wiringto the vehicle's tail lamp wiring; thismay damage the electrical systemresulting in fire. Contact your authorizeddealer as soon as possible for assistancein proper trailer tow wiring installation.Additional electrical equipment may berequired.
Trailer lamps are required on most towedvehicles. Make sure all running lights, brakelights, direction indicators and hazard lightsare working.
Before Towing a Trailer
Practice turning, stopping and backing upto get the feel of your vehicle-trailercombination before starting on a trip.When turning, make wider turns so thetrailer wheels clear curbs and otherobstacles.
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