2019 FORD F-53 brake fluid

Driving Hints
Breaking-In......................................................56
Reduced Engine Performance.................56
Economical Driving......................................56
Driving Through Water.................................57
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................59
Hazard Flashers............................................60
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................60
Transporting the Vehicle............................62
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................64
In California (U.S. Only)..............................65
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).......................66
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).........................67
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada..........................................................67
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature..........................................................................69
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)..........................................................................69
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..........................................................................69
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart.............................71
Changing a Fuse...........................................90
Maintenance
General Information.....................................92
Under Hood Overview - CommercialChassis..........................................................93
Under Hood Overview - MotorhomeChassis..........................................................94
Engine Oil Dipstick........................................95
Engine Oil Check...........................................95
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................96
Engine Coolant Check.................................96
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check..........................................................................101
Brake Fluid Check........................................102
Power Steering Fluid Check....................104
Fuel Filter........................................................105
Changing the 12V Battery.........................105
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................107
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................109
Cleaning the Exterior.................................109
Cleaning the Engine....................................110
Cleaning the Wheels...................................110
Vehicle Storage...............................................111
Wheels and Tires
Tire Care...........................................................113
Using Snow Chains.....................................129
Changing a Road Wheel...........................129
Technical Specifications...........................133
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications................................134
Motorcraft Parts...........................................134
Vehicle Identification Number................136
Vehicle Certification Label........................137
Transmission Code Designation.............137
Capacities and Specifications................138
Ford Protect
Ford Protect...................................................143
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information.......145
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........148
Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance.............................................150
Scheduled Maintenance Record............152
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Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleumbased
Brake system
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
Windshield defrosting system
Interior luggage compartmentrelease
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
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Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Horn control
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Requires registered technician
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
See Service Manual
Service engine soon
Passenger airbag activated
Passenger airbag deactivated
Side airbag
Shield the eyes
Stability control
Hill descent control
Trail control
Windshield wiping system
Windshield wash and wipe
PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle suchas airbag modules, seatbelt pretensionersand remote control batteries may containperchlorate material. Special handlingmay apply for service or vehicle end of lifedisposal.
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Note:The low fuel reminder can appear atdifferent fuel gauge positions depending onfuel economy conditions. This variation isnormal.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps andindicators alert you to a vehicle conditionthat may become serious. Some lampsilluminate when you start your vehicle tomake sure they work. If any lamps remainon after starting your vehicle, refer to therespective system warning lamp for furtherinformation.
Note:Some warning indicators appear inthe information display and operate thesame as a warning lamp but do notilluminate when you start your vehicle.
Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. You will continueto have the normal braking system(without ABS) unless the brake systemwarning lamp is also illuminated. Have thesystem checked by your authorized dealer.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, itindicates a malfunction. Switchoff all unnecessary electricalequipment and have the system checkedby your authorized dealer immediately.
Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING: Driving your vehiclewith the warning lamp on is dangerous.A significant decrease in brakingperformance may occur. It may take youlonger to stop your vehicle. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.Driving extended distances with theparking brake engaged can cause brakefailure and the risk of personal injury.
Note:Indicators vary depending on region.
This lamp is a dual function lamp and willilluminate when:
•You apply the parking brake with theignition on.
•Your vehicle has a brake fault or lowbrake fluid level, regardless of parkingbrake position.
If the lamp illuminates while youare moving, you may have theparking brake applied. Be surethat the parking brake is off.Have your vehicle checked assoon as possible if the lampcontinues to illuminate.
Brake Reserve System (If Equipped)
Illuminates to indicate normalhydromax booster reservesystem activation when theengine is off and the service brake pedal isapplied.
This light may also illuminate momentarilyif the engine is running and the driver turnsthe steering wheel fully in one directionwhile braking.
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The DTE function will display a messagein the information display when you haveapproximately 50 mi (80 km) to empty.Press RESET to clear this warningmessage. It will return at approximately25 mi (40 km),10 mi (16 km) and 0 mi(0 km) miles to empty.
DTE calculates using a running averagefuel economy based on your recent drivinghistory of 500 mi (800 km).
ENG HRS
Registers the accumulated time the enginehas been running.
System check and vehicle featurecustomization
Press the SETUP button repeatedly tocycle the message center through thefollowing features:
PRESS RESET FOR SYS CHECK
When this message appears, press theRESET button and the message center willbegin to cycle through the followingsystems and provide a status of the itemif needed.
Note:Some systems show a message onlyif a condition is present
•ENGINE TEMP
•TRANS TEMP
•OIL PRESSURE
•BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
•FUEL LEVEL (if equipped)
UNITS
Displays the current units English or Metric.
Press the RESET button to change fromEnglish to Metric.
ENGLISH RESET FOR NEW
Allows you to choose which language themessage center will display in. Selectablelanguages are English, Spanish, or French.
Press the RESET button to cycle themessage center through English, Spanishand French language choices. Press andhold the RESET button for two seconds toset the language choice.
Note:When you select a non-Englishlanguage, a HOLD RESET FOR ENGLISHmessage displays when you return to theSETUP menu. Press and hold the RESETbutton to change back to English.
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:Depending on the vehicle optionsequipped with your vehicle, not all of themessages will display or be available.Certain messages may be abbreviated orshortened depending upon which clustertype you have.
Press the RESET button to acknowledgeand remove some messages from theinformation display. Other messages willbe removed automatically after a shorttime.
Certain messages need to be confirmedbefore you can access the menus.
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Engine
ActionMessage
The engine is overheating. Stop your vehicle as soonas safely possible, turn off the engine. If the warningstays on followed by an indicator chime or continuesto come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon aspossible. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap whilethe engine is running or hot.
REDUCED ENGINE POWER
The engine is overheating. Stop your vehicle as soonas safely possible, turn off the engine. If the warningstays on followed by an indicator chime or continuesto come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon aspossible.
STOP ENGINE SAFELY
The engine coolant is overheating. Stop your vehicleas soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and letit cool. Check the coolant and coolant level. If thewarning stays on or continues to come on, contact anauthorized dealer as soon as possible.
CHECK ENGINE TEMPERATURE
A early reminder of a low fuel condition.FUEL LEVEL LOW
Maintenance
ActionMessage
The engine oil pressure is low. Check the level of theengine oil. If the oil level is OK and this warning persists,shut down the engine immediately and contact anauthorized dealer as soon as possible. See Engine OilCheck (page 95).
LOW OIL PRESSURE
The brake fluid level is low and the brake systemshould be inspected immediately. See Brake FluidCheck (page 102).
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW
The fuel cap is loose, not seated properly or off. Stopyour vehicle when convenient, turn off the engine andcheck that you inserted the fuel cap properly. Rotatethe cap until you hear a click. The warning messageswitches off after a proper drive cycle is completed.See Emission Law (page 34). If the warning messageremains on or continues to comes back on, see anauthorized dealer as soon as possible.
CHECK FUEL CAP
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Transmission
ActionMessage
The transmission fluid is overheating. This warningmay appear when towing heavy loads or when drivingin a low gear at a high speed for an extended periodof time. Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible,turn off the engine and let the transmission cool.
CHECK TRANS TEMPERATURE
A reminder to apply the brakes, then shift to park.SHIFT TO PARK
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Note: Occasional brake noise is normal. Ifa metal-to-metal, continuous grinding orcontinuous squeal sound is present, thebrake linings may be worn-out and shouldbe inspected by an authorized dealer. If thevehicle has continuous vibration or shudderin the steering wheel while braking, thevehicle should be inspected by anauthorized dealer.
Note:Brake dust may accumulate on thewheels, even under normal drivingconditions. Some dust is inevitable as thebrakes wear and does not contribute tobrake noise. See Cleaning the Wheels(page 110).
Note:Indicators vary depending on region.
See Warning Lamps andIndicators (page 18).
Wet brakes result in reduced brakingefficiency. Gently press the brake pedal afew times when driving from a car wash orstanding water to dry the brakes.
Brake Over Accelerator
In the event the accelerator pedalbecomes stuck or entrapped, apply steadyand firm pressure to the brake pedal toslow the vehicle and reduce engine power.If you experience this condition, apply thebrakes and bring your vehicle to a safestop. Switch the engine off, shift thetransmission into park (P), apply theparking brake, and then inspect theaccelerator pedal for any interferences. Ifnone are found and the condition persists,have your vehicle towed to the nearestauthorized dealer.
Hydraulic brake booster system(Hydroboost or Hydromax)
The Hydroboost and Hydromax systemsreceive fluid pressure from the powersteering pump to provide power assistduring braking.
The Hydromax booster receives backuppressure from the reserve system electricpump whenever the fluid in the powersteering system is not flowing. When theengine is off, the pump turns on if you applythe brake pedal, or if you switch the ignitionto the on position.
The sound of the pump operating may beheard by the driver. This is a normalcharacteristic of the system.
The reserve system provides reducedbraking power, so the vehicle should beoperated under these conditions withcaution, and only to seek service repair andremoval of the vehicle from the roadway.
Note:For vehicles with the Hydromaxsystem operating under normal conditions,the noise of the fluid flowing through thebooster may be heard whenever you applythe brake. This condition is normal. Vehicleservice is not required.
If braking performance or pedal responsebecomes very poor, even when youstrongly press the pedal, it may indicatethe presence of air in the hydraulic systemor leakage of fluid. Stop the vehicle safelyas soon as possible and seek serviceimmediately.
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
The anti-lock braking system does noteliminate the risks when:
•You drive too closely to the vehicle infront of you.
•Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
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