2018 FORD F-53 oil dipstick

Driving Hints
Breaking-In
......................................................54
Reduced Engine Performance .................
54
Economical Driving .......................................
54
Driving Through Water ................................
55
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance ...................................
56
Hazard Flashers ..............................................
57
Jump Starting the Vehicle ..........................
57
Transporting the Vehicle ............................
59
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need .................
61
In California (U.S. Only) ..............................
62
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) .......................
63
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) ........................
64
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada .........................................................
64
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
..
65
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
..
66
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
..
66
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart ...........................
68
Changing a Fuse ............................................
87
Maintenance
General Information ....................................
89
Under Hood Overview - Commercial Chassis .........................................................
89
Under Hood Overview - Motorhome Chassis .........................................................
90
Engine Oil Dipstick .........................................
91
Engine Oil Check ............................................
91
Oil Change Indicator Reset ........................
93Engine Coolant Check
.................................
93
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ........................................................................\
...
97
Brake Fluid Check .........................................
99
Power Steering Fluid Check ....................
100
Fuel Filter .........................................................
101
Changing the 12V Battery ..........................
101
Changing the Engine Air Filter ................
103
Vehicle Care
General Information ...................................
105
Cleaning the Exterior ..................................
105
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
106
Cleaning the Wheels ..................................
106
Vehicle Storage ............................................
106
Wheels and Tires
Tire Care .........................................................
109
Using Snow Chains .....................................
124
Changing a Road Wheel ...........................
125
Technical Specifications ...........................
128
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications ................................
129
Motorcraft Parts ...........................................
129
Vehicle Identification Number .................
131
Vehicle Certification Label .......................
132
Transmission Code Designation ............
132
Capacities and Specifications ................
133
Ford Protect
Ford Protect ...................................................
138
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information .......
140
Normal Scheduled Maintenance ..........
143
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance .............................................
145
Scheduled Maintenance Record ............
147
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Engine coolant reservoir. See
Engine Coolant Check (page
93).
A
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine
Oil Check
(page 91).
B
Automatic transmission fluid
dipstick. See
Automatic
Transmission Fluid Check
(page
97).
C
Engine compartment fuse box.
See
Fuses (page 68).
D Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine
Oil Dipstick (page 91).
E
Air filter assembly. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter
(page
103).
F
Power steering fluid reservoir.
See
Power Steering Fluid
Check (page 100).
G
Brake fluid reservoir. See
Brake
Fluid Check (page 99).
H
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - MOTORHOME CHASSIS
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Engine coolant reservoir. See
Engine Coolant Check (page
93).
A
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine
Oil Check
(page 91).
B
Automatic transmission fluid
dipstick. See
Automatic
Transmission Fluid Check
(page
97).
C
Engine compartment fuse box.
See
Fuses (page 68).
D
Air filter assembly. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter
(page
103).
E
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine
Oil Dipstick (page 91).
F
Power steering fluid reservoir.
See
Power Steering Fluid
Check (page 100).
G
Brake fluid reservoir. See
Brake
Fluid Check (page 99).
H ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
MINA
MAX
B
ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following:
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1.
Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan. Checking the engine oil level too
soon after you switch the engine off
may result in an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood.
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. See Under
Hood Overview (page 89).
7. Replace the dipstick and remove it again to check the oil level. See Under
Hood Overview
(page 89).
8. Make sure that the oil level is between
the maximum and minimum marks. If
the oil level is at the minimum mark,
add oil immediately. See
Capacities
and Specifications (page 133).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note: Do not remove the dipstick when the
engine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between the
maximum and minimum marks, the oil level
is acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note: The oil consumption of new engines
reaches its normal level after approximately
3,000 mi (5,000 km)
.
Adding Engine Oil WARNING
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running. Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Committee (ILSAC).
To top up the engine oil level do the
following:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engine
oil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. See Under Hood Overview
(page 89).
Turn it counterclockwise and remove
it.
3. Add engine oil that meets Ford specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 133). You may
have to use a funnel to pour the engine
oil into the opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS
Capacities
WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high pressure.
Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system.
Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
Capacity
Item
7.0 qt (6.6 L)
Engine oil (with oil filter)
30.6 qt (29 L)
Engine coolant
Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid
4.1 qt (3.9 L)
Rear axle lubricant
(Dana M80 axle)
8.0 qt (7.6 L)
Rear axle lubricant
(Dana S110 axle)
7.0 qt (6.6 L)
Rear axle lubricant
(Dana S130 axle)
16.0 qt (15.1 L)
Rear axle lubricant
(Dana Spicer 107060S axle)
17.2 qt (16.3 L)1
Automatic transmission fluid
Keep in FULL range on dipstick
Power steering fluid
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid
80 gal (303 L)
Fuel tank (Motorhome)
40 gal (151 L)
Fuel tank (Commercial chassis)
44 oz (1.25 kg)
A/C refrigerant
8.8 fl oz (260.2 ml)
A/C refrigerant compressor oil
1 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
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E
Economical Driving.......................................54
Emission Law...................................................33
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance...........34
Tampering With a Noise Control System................................................................. 33
Engine Block Heater
......................................27
Using the Engine Block Heater........................ 27
Engine Coolant Check..................................93 Adding Coolant..................................................... 94
Coolant Change.................................................... 95
Engine Coolant Temperature Management.................................................... 96
Fail-Safe Cooling.................................................. 95
Recycled Coolant................................................. 95
Severe Climates.................................................... 95
Engine Emission Control..............................33
Engine Oil Check.............................................91 Adding Engine Oil................................................. 92
Engine Oil Dipstick..........................................91
Engine Specifications.................................129 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 129
Environment.......................................................11
Essential Towing Checks..............................51 Before Towing a Trailer....................................... 52
Hitches...................................................................... 51
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................... 53
Safety Chains.......................................................... 51
Trailer Brakes.......................................................... 52
Trailer Lamps......................................................... 52
When Towing a Trailer........................................ 52
Export Unique Options.................................10
F
Ford Credit...........................................................8 US Only....................................................................... 8
Ford Protect....................................................138 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY)........................................... 139
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only)................................................................... 138
Fuel and Refueling
.........................................28
Fuel Consumption..........................................31
Calculating Fuel Economy................................. 31Filling the Fuel Tank..............................................
31
Fuel Filter
..........................................................101
Fuel Quality......................................................28
Choosing the Right Fuel.................................... 28
Fuses..................................................................68
Fuse Specification Chart............................68 Diode and Relay Module.................................... 79
F53 Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel..................................................................... 81
F53 Power Distribution Box............................. 68
G
Gauges................................................................16 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..............17
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge................................ 16
Fuel Gauge............................................................... 17
Speedometer.......................................................... 16
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge.................................................................... 17
Gearbox See: Transmission................................................ 37
General Maintenance Information........140 Multi-point Inspection...................................... 142
Owner Checks and Services............................ 141
Protecting Your Investment........................... 140
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 140
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?...................................................... 140
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada...........................................................64
Getting the Services You Need..................61 Away From Home................................................. 61
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake................................................ 41
Hazard Flashers
...............................................57
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................40
I
Ignition Switch
.................................................25
In California (U.S. Only)...............................62
Information Displays
......................................21
General Information............................................. 21
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