2019 FORD E-450 brake assist

•
When stopped in congested or heavy
traffic during hot weather, place the
gearshift in position P to aid engine and
transmission cooling and to help A/C
performance.
• Switch off the speed control with
heavy loads or in hilly terrain. The
speed control may turn off
automatically when you are towing on
long, steep grades.
• Shift to a lower gear when driving down
a long or steep hill. Do not apply the
brakes continuously, as they may
overheat and become less effective.
• If your transmission is equipped with a
Grade Assist or Tow/Haul feature, use
this feature when towing. This provides
engine braking and helps eliminate
excessive transmission shifting for
optimum fuel economy and
transmission cooling.
• If your vehicle is equipped with
AdvanceTrac with RSC, this system
may turn on during typical cornering
maneuvers with a heavily loaded trailer.
This is normal. Turning the corner at a
slower speed while towing may reduce
this tendency.
• If you are towing a trailer frequently in
hot weather, hilly conditions, at the
gross combined weight rating (or any
combination of these factors), consider
refilling your rear axle with synthetic
gear lubricant. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 198).
• Allow more distance for stopping with
a trailer attached. Anticipate stops and
brake gradually.
• Avoid parking on a grade. However, if
you must park on a grade:
1. Turn the steering wheel to point your vehicle tires away from traffic flow.
2. Set your vehicle parking brake.
3. Place the automatic transmission in position
P. 4. Place wheel chocks in front and back
of the trailer wheels. (Chocks not
included with vehicle.)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
temporary or conventional spare tire. A
"temporary" spare tire is different in size
(diameter or width), tread-type
(All-Season or All Terrain) or is from a
different manufacturer than the road tires
on your vehicle. Consult information on the
tire label or Safety Compliance label for
limitations when using.
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or
Personal Watercraft (PWC)
Note: Disconnect the wiring to the trailer
before
backing the trailer into the water.
Note: Reconnect the wiring to the trailer
after
removing the trailer from the water.
When backing down a ramp during boat
launching or retrieval:
• Do not allow the static water level to
rise above the bottom edge of the rear
bumper.
• Do not allow waves to break higher
than
6 in (15 cm) above the bottom
edge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding these limits may allow water to
enter vehicle components:
• Causing internal damage to the
components.
• Affecting driveability, emissions and
reliability.
Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime
the rear axle has been submerged in water.
Water may have contaminated the rear
axle lubricant, which is not normally
checked or changed unless a leak is
suspected or other axle repair is required.
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•
Do not warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
• Reduce the use of air conditioning and
heat.
• Avoid using speed control in hilly
terrain.
• Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary weight.
• Avoid adding particular accessories to
your vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,
rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
racks).
• Avoid driving with the wheels out of
alignment.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING: Do not drive through
flowing or deep water as you may lose
control of your vehicle.
Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the wheel
hubs. When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so:
•
Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.
• Check that the horn works.
• Check that the exterior lights work.
• Turn the steering wheel to check that
the steering power assist works.
FLOOR MATS WARNING:
Use a floor mat
designed to fit the footwell of your
vehicle that does not obstruct the pedal
area. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death. WARNING:
Pedals that cannot
move freely can cause loss of vehicle
control and increase the risk of serious
personal injury.
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Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•
It may be necessary to increase the
coolant concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60%
provides improved freeze point
protection. Coolant concentrations
above 60% decrease the overheat
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• You can decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• Coolant concentrations below 40%
decrease the freeze and corrosion
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme
climates should use prediluted coolant for
optimum cooling system and engine
protection.
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 198).
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.
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If you do not cancel the call, and SYNC
makes a successful call, a pre-recorded
message plays for the 911 operator, and
then the occupant(s) in your vehicle is able
to talk with the operator. Be prepared to
provide your name, phone number and
location immediately, because not all 911
systems are capable of receiving this
information electronically.
911 Assist May Not Work If
•
Your cellular phone or 911 Assist
hardware sustains damage in a crash.
• The vehicle's battery or the SYNC
system has no power.
• The phone(s) thrown from your vehicle
are the ones paired and connected to
the system.
911 Assist Privacy Notice
When you turn on 911 Assist, it may
disclose to emergency services that your
vehicle has been in a crash involving the
deployment of an airbag or activation of
the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or
updates to 911 Assist may also be capable
of electronically or verbally disclosing to
911 operators your vehicle location or other
details about your vehicle or crash to assist
911 operators to provide the most
appropriate emergency services. If you do
not want to disclose this information, do
not turn the feature on.
Vehicle Health Report (If
Equipped, United States Only) WARNING: Always follow
scheduled maintenance instructions,
regularly inspect your vehicle, and seek
repair for any damage or problem you
suspect. Vehicle Health Report
supplements, but cannot replace, normal
maintenance and vehicle inspection.
Vehicle Health Report only monitors certain systems electronically monitored
by your vehicle and will not monitor or
report the status of any other system,
(such as brake lining wear). Failure to
perform scheduled maintenance and
regularly inspect your vehicle may result
in vehicle damage and serious injury.
Note: This feature is only available in the
United States.
Note: Your Vehicle Health Report feature
requires activation before use. Visit
www.SYNCMyRide.com to register. There
is no fee or subscription associated with
Vehicle Health Report, but you must register
to use this feature.
Note: This feature may not function
properly if you have enabled caller ID
blocking on your cellular phone. Before
running a report, review the Vehicle Health
Report Privacy Notice.
Note: In order to allow a break-in period for
your vehicle, you may not be able to create
a Vehicle Health Report until your vehicle
odometer has reached 200 miles.
Note: Cellular phone and SMS charges may
apply when making a report.
Register for Vehicle Health Report and set
your report preferences at
www.SYNCMyRide.com. After registering,
you can request a Vehicle Health Report
(inside your vehicle). Return to your
account at www.SYNCMyRide.com to view
your report. You can also choose for SYNC
to remind you automatically to run reports
at specific mileage intervals.
The system allows you to check your
vehicle's overall health in the form of a
diagnostic report card. The Vehicle Health
Report contains valuable information, for
example:
• Vehicle diagnostic information
• Scheduled maintenance
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Less Cost to Properly Maintain Your
Vehicle
Ford Protect extended service plan also
offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that
covers all scheduled maintenance, and
selected wear items. The coverage is
prepaid, so you never have to worry about
the cost of your vehicle
’s maintenance.
Covered maintenance includes:
• Windshield wiper blades.
• Spark plugs.
• The clutch disc (if equipped).
• Brake pads and linings.
• Shock absorbers.
• Struts.
• Engine Belts.
• Engine coolant hoses, clamps and
o-rings.
• Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment (if
equipped).
• Cabin air filter replacement every
20,000 mi (32,000 km) (electric
vehicles only).
Interest Free Finance Options
Just a 10% down payment will provide you
with an affordable, no interest, no fee
payment program allowing you all the
security and benefits Ford Protect
extended service plan has to offer while
paying over time. You are pre-approved
with no credit check or hassles. To learn
more, call our Ford Protect extended
service plan specialists at 800-367-3377.
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
P.O. Box 321067
Detroit, MI 48232 Ford Protect Extended Service
Plan (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for your
vehicle by purchasing a Ford Protect
extended service plan. Ford Protect
extended service plan is the only service
contract backed by Ford Motor Company
of Canada, Limited. Depending on the plan
you purchase, Ford Protect extended
service plan provides benefits such as:
•
Rental reimbursement.
• Coverage for certain maintenance and
wear items.
• Protection against repair costs after
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Coverage expires.
• Roadside Assistance benefits.
There are several Ford Protect extended
service plans available in various time,
distance and deductible combinations.
Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving
needs, including reimbursement for towing
and rental. When you purchase Ford
Protect extended service plan, you receive
added peace-of-mind protection
throughout Canada, the United States and
Mexico, provided by a network of
participating authorized Ford Motor
Company dealers.
Note: Repairs performed outside of
Canada, the United States and Mexico are
not eligible for Ford Protect extended
service plan coverage.
This information is subject to change. For
more information; visit your local Ford of
Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the
Ford Protect extended service plan that is
right for you.
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Bulb Specification Chart............................212
C
Capacities and Specifications -
6.2L................................................................203
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 207
Specifications..................................................... 204
Capacities and Specifications - 6.8L................................................................207
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................. 212
Specifications..................................................... 209
Capacities and Specifications................198
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 160
Catalytic Converter.......................................84
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)..................... 85
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing..................................................... 85
Changing a Bulb............................................157 Lamp Assembly Condensation..................... 157
Replacing Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse Lamp Bulbs (Cut-Away Only)............................... 158
Replacing Front Parking Lamp and Direction Indicator Bulbs............................................... 158
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs............................ 157
Replacing Side Marker Bulbs......................... 158
Changing a Fuse...........................................139 Fuses....................................................................... 139
Changing a Road Wheel............................192 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information...................................................... 193
Tire Change Procedure..................................... 194
Changing the 12V Battery..........................153 Dual Batteries...................................................... 155
Reconnecting the Battery............................... 154
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................159
Changing the Wiper Blades......................155
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................155
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance..................................................31
Child Restraint Positioning.........................25
Child Safety
........................................................17
General Information............................................. 17
Cleaning Leather Seats
..............................164 Cleaning Products
.......................................160
Materials................................................................ 160
Cleaning the Engine.....................................162
Cleaning the Exterior
..................................160
Cleaning the Headlamps.................................. 161
Exterior Chrome Parts....................................... 161
Exterior Plastic Parts.......................................... 161
Stripes or Graphics.............................................. 161
Underbody............................................................. 161
Under Hood........................................................... 161
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................163
Cleaning the Interior
....................................163
Mirrors..................................................................... 163
Cleaning the Wheels
...................................165
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
............................................................162
Climate Control..............................................66
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check............................ 144
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........37
Cruise Control
..................................................47
Principle of Operation........................................ 96
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................. 96
Customer Assistance
..................................124
D
Data Recording
..................................................7
911 Assist Privacy Notice...................................... 11
Comfort, Convenience and Entertainment Data........................................................................\
9
Event Data................................................................. 9
Service Data............................................................. 8
Services That Third Parties Provide...............10
Services That We Provide.................................. 10
Vehicles With a Modem..................................... 10
Vehicles With SYNC............................................. 10
Daytime Running Lamps............................50
Digital Radio...................................................219 HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 220
Direction Indicators.......................................50
Doors and Locks
.............................................42
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................33 Children and Airbags........................................... 37
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........33
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Gearbox
See: Transmission................................................ 87
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................39
General Maintenance Information........276 Multi-point Inspection...................................... 278
Owner Checks and Services........................... 277
Protecting Your Investment........................... 276
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 276
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 276
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada...........................................................127
Getting the Services You Need
................124
Away From Home............................................... 124
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................... 92
Hazard Flashers
............................................120
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps...................... 156
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp........................... 157
Headrest See: Head Restraints.......................................... 69
Head Restraints
..............................................69
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 66
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate............................................................67
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................... 67
General Hints......................................................... 67
Quickly Cooling the Interior.............................. 67
Quickly Heating the Interior.............................. 67
Recommended Settings for Cooling.............67
Recommended Settings for Heating............67
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures.................................................... 67
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes...............................................................91
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............141 I
Ignition Switch
.................................................74
In California (U.S. Only)..............................125
Information Displays.....................................58 General Information............................................ 58
Information Messages
.................................63
Brake System......................................................... 63
Fuel........................................................................\
.... 63
Maintenance.......................................................... 64
Tire........................................................................\
..... 64
Traction Control.................................................... 64
Trailer........................................................................\
65
Transmission .......................................................... 65
Installing Child Restraints
............................18
Child Seats............................................................... 18
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 19
Using Tether Straps.............................................. 21
Instrument Cluster.........................................53
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
.....................50
Instrument Panel............................................16
Interior Mirror....................................................52
Automatic Dimming Mirror............................... 52
Manual Dimming Mirror..................................... 52
Introduction........................................................5
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................121 Connecting the Jumper Cables...................... 121
Jump Starting....................................................... 122
Preparing Your Vehicle....................................... 121
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 122
K
Keys and Remote Controls.........................39
L
Lighting Control..............................................49 Flashing the Headlamp High Beam..............50
Headlamp High Beam........................................ 49
Lighting..............................................................49 General Information............................................ 49
Limited Slip Differential
..............................90
Load Carrying..................................................99
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