2018 FORD TRANSIT tow

Protected Component
Fuse Rating
Fuse Number
Trailer tow module.
40 A
F45
Power windows.
30 A
F46
Cigar lighter socket.
20 A
F47
Rear auxiliary power points.
20 A
F48
Front auxiliary power points.
20 A
F49
Ignition relay 1.
60 A
F50
Power step.
60 A
F51
Heated seats.
Modified vehicle connections.
40 A
F52
Modified vehicle connections.
40 A
F53 Protected Component
Relay Number
Spare.
R1
Auxiliary power points.
R2
Trailer lamps.
R3
Not used.
R4
Power windows.
R5
Ignition relay 1.
R6
Horn.
R7
Trailer tow reversing lamp.
R8
Front blower motor.
R9
Rear blower motor.
R10
Heated rear window.
R11 Heated exterior mirrors.
Heated seats.
R12
Modified vehicle connections.
R13
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Protected Component
Fuse Rating
Fuse Number
Restraints control module.
10 A
F1
Anti-lock brake system with electronic stability
control.
4 A
F2
Interior lighting.
7.5 A
F3
Power point relay control.
Trailer tow reversing lamp relay.
10 A
F4
Modified vehicle connections.
20 A
F5
Not used.
-
F6
Battery saver.
10 A
F7
Direct current/alternating current inverter.
40 A
F8
Trailer brake control module.
30 A
F9
Driver power seat.
30 A
F10
Passenger power seat.
30 A
F11
Trailer lamps.
30 A
F12
Anti-lock brake system with electronic stability
control.
25 A
F13
Powertrain control module.
5 A
F14
Powertrain control module relay.
40 A
F15
Body control module.
40 A
F16
Anti-lock brake system.
40 A
F17
Modified vehicle connections.
40 A
F18
Trailer module.
5 A
F19
Heated exterior mirror relay.
5 A
F20 Heated rear window.
Direct current/alternating current inverter.
Modified vehicle connections.
10 A
F21
Not used.
-
F22
Air conditioning control module.
7.5 A
F23
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Protected Component
Fuse Rating
Fuse Number
Modified vehicle connections.
10 A
F24
Body control module.
15 A
F25
Heated exterior mirrors.
10 A
F26
Heated rear window.
20 A
F27
Heated rear window.
20 A
F28
Rear parking aid camera.
10 A
F29 Lane keeping system.
Interior rear view mirror.
Not used.
-
F30
Trailer brake ignition feed.
10 A
F31
Interior lighting.
10 A
F32
Driver heated seat.
10 A
F33
Passenger heated seat.
10 A
F34
Exterior mirrors.
5 A
F35
Driver door window control switch.
Horn.
20 A
F36
SYNC module.
7.5 A
F37
Global positioning system module.
Blower motor relay.
5 A
F38 Horn relay.
Windshield wiper relay.
Remote keyless entry.
7.5 A
F39 Rear heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
Trailer tow backup relay coil.
Parking lamp.
Front blower motor.
40 A
F40
Rear blower motor.
40 A
F41
Heated rear window.
40 A
F42
Trailer socket.
30 A
F43
Trailer tow module.
Auxiliary power points.
60 A
F44
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Protected Component
Fuse Rating
Fuse Number
Trailer tow module.
40 A
F45
Power windows.
30 A
F46
Cigar lighter socket.
20 A
F47
Rear auxiliary power points.
20 A
F48
Front auxiliary power points.
20 A
F49
Ignition relay 1.
60 A
F50
Power step.
60 A
F51
Heated seats.
Modified vehicle connections.
40 A
F52
Modified vehicle connections.
40 A
F53 Protected Component
Relay Number
Spare.
R1
Auxiliary power points.
R2
Trailer lamps.
R3
Not used.
R4
Power windows.
R5
Ignition relay 1.
R6
Horn.
R7
Trailer tow reversing lamp.
R8
Front blower motor.
R9
Rear blower motor.
R10
Heated rear window.
R11 Heated exterior mirrors.
Heated seats.
R12
Modified vehicle connections.
R13
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CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL
AND OIL FILTER
WARNING: Prolonged and repeated
skin contact with mineral oil will result in
the removal of natural fats from the skin,
leading to dryness, irritation and dermatitis.
In addition, used engine oil contains
potentially harmful contaminants, which
may cause skin cancer. If skin contact
occurs, wash the area thoroughly with
soap or skin cleanser and water
immediately. WARNING: Do not dispose of engine
oils or oil filters in the household refuse or
the public sewage system. Use an
authorized waste disposal facility. WARNING:
Do not remove the oil
pan drain plug when the engine is running. WARNING:
Do not remove the oil
filter when the engine is running.
1. Remove the oil pan drain plug and wait
for the oil to drain into a suitable
container.
2. Renew the oil filter.
3. Reinstall the oil pan drain plug.
4. Refill the engine with new oil that meets Ford specifications. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
305
).
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note: Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
5. Reset the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor. See
Oil Change Indicator Reset
(page 235). Engine Lubrication for Severe
Service Operation
The following conditions define severe
service operation. The Intelligent Oil Life
Monitor will determine engine oil and oil
filter change intervals.
•
Frequent or extended idling.
• Frequent low-speed operation at
25 mph (40 km/h)
or less.
• Frequent severe dust condition
operation.
• Frequent off-road operation.
• Sustained ambient temperatures of
-9°F (-23°C)
or below.
• Sustained ambient temperatures of
100°F (38°C)
or above.
• Sustained towing operation above
1,000 mi (1,600 km)
.
• Sustained high-speed driving at Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (maximum
loaded weight for vehicle operation).
• Sustained use of diesel fuel other than
ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD).
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Only reset the system after changing the
engine oil and oil filter.
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System
1. Switch the ignition on. Do not start the
engine.
2. Fully press the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time.
3. Keep the accelerator and brake pedals
fully pressed.
4. After three seconds, a message appears confirming that the reset is in
progress.
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Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed in
the scheduled maintenance information,
the coolant should be changed. Add
prediluted coolant approved to the correct
specification. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 305).
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarily
drive your vehicle before any incremental
component damage occurs. The fail-safe
distance depends on ambient
temperature, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works If the engine begins to overheat,
the coolant temperature gauge
moves toward the red zone:
A warning lamp illuminates and
a message may appear in the
information display.
If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
automatically switches to alternating
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle still
operates, however:
• Engine power is limited.
• The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the engine
temperature, causing the engine to
completely shut down. Your steering and
braking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, you
can re-start the engine. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage. When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated WARNING:
Fail-safe mode is for use
during emergencies only. Operate your
vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as
necessary to bring your vehicle to rest in a
safe location and seek immediate repairs.
When in fail-safe mode, your vehicle will
have limited power, will not be able to
maintain high-speed operation, and may
completely shut down without warning,
potentially losing engine power, power
steering assist, and power brake assist,
which may increase the possibility of a
crash resulting in serious injury. WARNING:
Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the cooling
system is hot. Wait 10 minutes for the
cooling system to cool down. Cover the
coolant reservoir cap with a thick cloth to
prevent the possibility of scalding and
slowly remove the cap. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury.
Your vehicle has limited engine power
when in the fail-safe mode, drive your
vehicle with caution. Your vehicle does not
maintain high-speed operation and the
engine may operate poorly.
Remember that the engine is capable of
automatically shutting down to prevent
engine damage. In this situation:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and switch the engine off.
2. If you are a member of a roadside assistance program, we recommend
that you contact your roadside
assistance service provider.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
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4. Check the coolant level. If the coolant
level is at or below the minimum mark,
add prediluted coolant immediately.
5. When the engine temperature cools, you can re-start the engine. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible to
minimize engine damage.
Note: Driving your vehicle without repair
increases the chance of engine damage.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management (If Equipped) WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
crash and injury, be prepared that the
vehicle speed may reduce and the vehicle
may not be able to accelerate with full
power until the coolant temperature
reduces.
If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, the
engine may temporarily reach a higher
temperature during severe operating
conditions, for example ascending a long
or steep grade in high ambient
temperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolant
temperature gauge moves toward the red
zone and a message may appear in the
information display.
You may notice a reduction in vehicle
speed caused by reduced engine power in
order to manage the engine coolant
temperature. Your vehicle may enter this
mode if certain high-temperature and
high-load conditions take place. The
amount of speed reduction depends on
vehicle loading, grade and ambient
temperature. If this occurs, there is no
need to stop your vehicle. You can
continue to drive. The air conditioning may automatically
turn on and off during severe operating
conditions to protect the engine from
overheating. When the coolant
temperature decreases to the normal
operating temperature, the air conditioning
turns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge moves
fully into the red zone, or if the coolant
temperature warning or service engine
soon messages appear in your information
display, do the following:
1. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so. Fully apply the parking brake,
shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
2. Leave the engine running until the coolant temperature gauge needle
returns to the normal position. After
several minutes, if the temperature
does not drop, follow the remaining
steps.
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to
cool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restart the engine and continue.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
The automatic transmission does not have
a transmission fluid dipstick.
Have an authorized dealer check and
change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval. See
Scheduled
Maintenance (page 459). Your
transmission does not consume fluid.
However, if the transmission slips, shifts
slowly or if you notice a sign of leaking
fluid, contact an authorized dealer.
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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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