2018 FORD TRANSIT Battery

Protected Component
Fuse
Rating
Fuse Number
Windshield washer pump.
15 A
F6
Exterior mirrors.
7.5 A
F7
Not used.
-
F8
Right-hand high beam.
10 A
F9
Left-hand high beam.
10 A
F10
Right-hand exterior lamps.
25 A
F11
Left-hand headlamp.
Not used.
-
F12
Secondary On-Board Diagnostic Control Module A.
15 A
F13
Battery saver.
Direction indicators.
25 A
F14 Power windows.
Heated windshield element.
Left-hand exterior lamps.
25 A
F15 Right-hand headlamp.
Central high mounted stoplamp.
Audio unit.
20 A
F16
Navigation unit.
Instrument panel cluster.
7.5 A
F17
Auxiliary heater control module.
Headlamp switch.
10 A
F18 Steering wheel module.
Stoplamp switch.
Front control/display interface module.
5 A
F19
Ignition passive anti-theft system.
5 A
F20
Spare.
3 A
F21
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale
value. There is a large network of
authorized dealers that are there to help
you with their professional servicing
expertise. We believe that their specially
trained technicians are best qualified to
service your vehicle properly and expertly.
They are supported by a wide range of
highly specialized tools developed
specifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,
an authorized dealer can provide the
necessary parts and service. Check your
warranty information to find out which
parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,
fluids and service parts conforming to
specifications. Motorcraft® parts are
designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.
Precautions
•
Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in
moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed space,
unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning
material (such as cigarettes) away
from the battery and all fuel related
parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1. Set the parking brake and shift the transmission to park (P).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels. Working with the Engine On WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn injuries,
do not start your engine with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it while the
engine is running.
1. Set the parking brake and shift the transmission to park (P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood 1. Pull the hood release lever.
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If the Engine Does Not Start or Runs
Rough
1. Remove the Schrader valve cap.
2. Attach suitable tool with a tube to the
Schrader valve and place the end of
the tube into a suitable container.
3. Open the Schrader valve.
4. Switch the ignition on until a steady stream of fuel can be seen coming out
of the tube.
5. Switch the ignition off.
6. Remove the tool from the Schrader valve.
7. Refit the Schrader valve cap.
8. Switch the ignition on for at least 30 seconds then switch the ignition off.
9. Repeat this process three times.
10. Start the engine.
FUEL FILTER - GASOLINE
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed. CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
The battery is under the driver seat.
Note:
If you have power seats and the
battery has no charge, jump-start your
vehicle to move the seat. See Jump
Starting the Vehicle (page 196).
Removing the Battery 1. Fully raise the driver seat and move it
fully forward. Pull the tabs upward and
remove the cover.
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2.
Unhook the cover and tuck it under the
seat. 3. Remove both seat track end caps.
Note:
Your vehicle may not have these end
caps.
4. Remove both seat adjustment end stop bolts at the front of the seat. 5. Remove the battery clamp and cover
bolts.
6. Remove the battery clamp and cover. 7.
Remove the battery terminal cover and
remove the negative (-) terminal.
Note: Single batteries could be mounted
the opposite way around in the battery tray.
The negative terminal is toward the rear of
your vehicle. 8.
Release the retaining clips and remove
the cover.
9. Remove the cable securing clips from the cover.
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10.
Remove the positive (+) terminal and
remove the battery.
Note: Batteries are heavy.
11. Move the second battery toward the rear of your vehicle and remove the
negative (-) terminal.
12. Remove the positive (+) terminal and
remove the battery.
Replacing the Battery WARNING:
Make sure that you
securely fasten the seat runner bolts
before installing the covers.
You must replace the battery with one of
exactly the same specification.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: Make sure that you correctly install
the battery terminal covers, battery cover
and battery cable clips. CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
CHANGING THE FRONT WIPER
BLADES
1. Lift the wiper arm. Press the wiper
blade locking button.
Note: Do not hold the wiper blade when
lifting the wiper arm.
2. Remove the wiper blade.
Note: Make sure that the wiper arm does
not spring back against the glass when the
wiper blade is not attached.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place.
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•
Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine
Shampoo.
• Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running; water in the running
engine may cause internal damage.
• Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or
the area in and around these locations.
• Cover the battery, power distribution
box, and air filter assembly to prevent
water damage when cleaning the
engine.
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmental
fallout can result in windshield and wiper
blade contamination. Dirty windshield and
wipers will result in poor windshield wiper
operation. Keep the windshield and wiper
blades clean to maintain windshield wiper
performance.
To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
• Clean the windshield with a
non-abrasive glass cleaner. When
cleaning the interior of the windshield,
avoid getting any glass cleaner on the
instrument panel or door panels. Wipe
any glass cleaner off these surfaces
immediately.
• For windshields contaminated with
tree sap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean
the entire windshield using steel wool
(no greater than 0000 grade) in a
circular motion and rinse with water.
• Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl
rubbing alcohol or windshield washer
concentrate. Note:
Do not use razor blades or other
sharp objects to clean or remove decals
from the inside of the heated rear window.
The vehicle warranty does not cover
damage caused to the heated rear window
grid lines.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
Note: Do not allow air fresheners and hand
sanitizers to spill on interior surfaces. If a
spill occurs, wipe off immediately. Damage
may not be covered by your warranty.
Note: Do not use household cleaning
products or glass cleaners, which can stain
and discolor the fabric and affect the flame
retardant abilities of the seat materials.
Note: We recommend distilled water when
cleaning.
Fabric, Carpets, Cloth Seats,
Headliners and Floor Mats
Note: Avoid soaking any surface. Do not
use excessive amounts of water to clean
the vehicle interior.
Note: To avoid spots or discoloration, clean
the entire surface.
To clean:
• Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner or brush.
• Wipe the surface with a soft, damp
cloth and a mild soap and water
solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft
cloth.
• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot
cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately, but do not soak or the
ring will set.
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•
With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure. Miscellaneous
•
Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle
15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.2L POWER STROKE DIESEL
3.2L Power Stroke Diesel
Part number
Component
FA-1921
Diesel Foam Pre air filter.
FA-1916
Air filter element.
FT-161
Automatic transmission fluid filter.
BAGM-48H6-760
Dual battery.
FL-500S
Oil filter.
FD-4621
Fuel filter.
WW-2955 - driver side
Windshield wiper blades - vehicles with
medium low roof. WW-2112 - passenger side
WW-2901 - driver side
Windshield wiper blades - vehicles with low,
medium or high roof. WW-2049 - passenger side
Motorcraft replacement parts are
recommended for scheduled maintenance
and are available at an authorized dealer
or at fordparts.com. These parts meet or
exceed Ford Motor Company ’s
specifications, and are engineered for your
vehicle. Use of other parts may impact
vehicle performance, emissions and
durability. Your vehicle Warranty may be
void for any damage related to use of other
parts. Should a Motorcraft oil filter not be
available, use an oil filter that meets
industry performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36.
MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.5L ECOBOOST™
3.5L V6 Ecoboost Part number
Component
FA-1916
Air filter element
FT-161
Automatic transmission fluid filter
BXT-48H6-610
Battery
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