To avoid fluid contamination, the reservoir
cap must remain in place and fully tight,
unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 255).
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Check the power steering fluid. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 322). If
adding fluid is necessary, use only
MERCON LV ATF
Check the fluid level when it is at ambient
temperature.
1. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN and MAX
range. Do not add fluid if the level is
within this range.
2. If the fluid level is low, add fluid to bring
the fluid level up to between the MIN
and MAX range.
3. Switch the engine on. 4.
While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel left and right several times.
5. Switch the engine off.
6. Recheck the fluid level in the reservoir. Do not add fluid if the level is between
the MIN and MAX range.
7. If the fluid is low, add the proper type of fluid in small amounts, continuously
checking the level until it is between
the MIN and MAX range. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
261). Be sure to put the cap back on the
reservoir.
WASHER FLUID CHECK WARNING:
If you operate your
vehicle in temperatures below 40°F
(5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid
with antifreeze protection in cold
weather could result in impaired
windshield vision and increase the risk
of injury or accident.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 255).
State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide
cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle ’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system.
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Inspecting steer axle tires in the first
3,000–
10,000 mi (5,000– 16,000 km)
generally shows if tires are wearing
normally.
Rapid outside shoulder wear on both tires
indicates too much toe-in.
Rapid inside shoulder wear on both tires
indicates too much toe-out.
In P&D-type service, there can be a
left-to-right steer tire tread life differential
up to 40% depending on routes and other
variables.
Follow the tire manufacturer's
recommended cold inflation pressure for
the tire size, load range (ply rating) and
steer axle loading typical for their operation
(each steer axle tire equals ½ steer axle
loading).
Special applications may warrant a setting
based on experience with the type of tire
operating loads and conditions. Radial tires
are more sensitive to toe-in setting than
bias ply tires. Fine tuning school bus
alignment to line-haul truck standards
does not drastically improve tire tread life.
STEERING SYSTEM
INSPECTION WARNING: Failure to maintain the
steering system in proper condition can
cause reduced steering ability resulting
in property damage, personal injury or
death.
Note: Have any steering problems
immediately corrected by a qualified service
technician.
Ask your service technician to examine the
steering mechanism. Only minor
adjustments may be necessary. Regular inspections should include:
•
Checking the tie rod, drag link end
clamp bolts and ball joints for proper
tightness.
• Checking for installation and spread of
cotter pins and tightness of nuts at
both ends of the tie rod and drag link.
• Checking that the pitman arm (steering
arm at steering gear) mounting is tight
and locked. Check system for leaks or
hose chafing. Repair immediately, if
necessary.
• Maintaining proper steering gear and
power steering pump lubricant levels.
• Checking steering column joint bolts
and steering linkage, particularly for
body-to-chassis clearance.
Steering Column Joint Bolts
As a good maintenance practice, check
steering column joint bolt tightness every
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or annually,
whichever occurs first. Do not overtighten
the bolts.
Hydraulic System
Whenever draining and refilling the power
steering's hydraulic system for any reason,
bleed air from the system before returning
the vehicle to service. Failure to bleed the
hydraulic system properly can result in
degradation of power system performance.
Consult an authorized dealer who is aware
of the proper procedures for filling and
bleeding the system.
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USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING: Snow tires must be
the same size, load index, and speed
rating as those originally provided by
Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not
recommended by Ford can affect the
safety and performance of your vehicle,
which could result in an increased risk of
loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury, and death. Additionally,
the use of non-recommended tires and
wheels could cause steering, suspension,
axle, transfer case, or power transfer unit
failure. It is also strongly advised to
follow the Ford recommended tire
inflation pressure found on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label (affixed
to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch
post, or the door edge that meets the
door-latch post, next to the driver ’s
seating position), or Tire Label which is
located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the
driver door. Failure to follow the tire
pressure recommendations can cause
uneven treadwear patterns and
adversely affect the way your vehicle
handles.
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather
treads to provide traction in rain and snow.
However, in some climates, you may need
to use snow tires and cables. If you need
to use cables, it is recommended that steel
wheels (of the same size and
specifications) be used, as cables may chip
aluminum wheels.
Note: The suspension insulation and
bumpers help prevent vehicle damage. Do
not remove these components from your
vehicle when using snow tires and chains.
Follow these guidelines when using snow
tires and chains: •
If possible, avoid fully loading your
vehicle.
• Use only SAE Class S chains.
• Install chains securely, verifying that
the chains do not touch any wiring,
brake lines or fuel lines.
• Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains
rub or bang against your vehicle, stop
and retighten the chains. If this does
not work, remove the chains to prevent
damage to your vehicle.
• Remove the tire chains when they are
no longer needed. Do not use tire
chains on dry roads.
If you have any questions regarding snow
chains or cables, please contact your
authorized dealer.
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not
apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually
decrease your speed. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe
place on the side of the road.
Tire Change Procedure WARNING:
When one of the front
wheels is off the ground, the
transmission alone will not prevent the
vehicle from moving or slipping off the
jack, even if the transmission is in park
(P). WARNING:
To help prevent the
vehicle from moving when you change
a tire, be sure to place the transmission
in park (P), set the parking brake and
block (in both directions) the wheel that
is diagonally opposite (other side and
end of the vehicle) to the tire being
changed.
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Capacity
Item
61 gal (230.9 L)3
Fuel tank (Large)
(Usable capacity)
65 gal (246 L)
(Liquid capacity)
Between MIN and MAX on brake fluid reservoir
Brake Fluid
16.3 qt (15.4 L)4
Automatic Transmission Fluid
6–7 fl oz (177 –207 ml)
Front axle wheel bearing oil (8500 lb axle)
12–13 fl oz (355– 385 ml)
Front axle wheel bearing oil (all except
8500 lb axle)
19 pt (9.0 L)4
Rear axle (S-140)(13.5k, 17.5k, 19k single
speed)
37 pt (17.5 L)4
Rear axle (S-170)(23k single speed)
37 pt (17.5 L)4
Rear axle (S-190)(26k single speed)
28 pt (13.2 L)4
Rear axle (21060S)(21k single speed)
35 pt (16.6 L)4
Rear axle (21065T/P)(21k two speed)
5.2 qt (4.9 L)5
Power Steering (air brake equipped)
6.1 qt (5.8 L)5
Power Steering (hydraulic brake equipped)
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid
26.5 oz (0.75 kg)
A/C refrigerant
3.5 fl oz (103 ml)
A/C refrigerant compressor oil
1 Use the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. Using any other coolant could
result in vehicle damage.
2 Per addition if required.
3 Do NOT fill above the 95% liquid capacity.
4 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount could vary during fluid changes.
5 Capacities could be higher if the vehicle has a cooler. Always check to make sure the
fluid level is in the acceptable range.
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Specification
Name
XY-75W140-QL WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (Canada): (21065T/P)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-75W140-1L
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (Canada):
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
CXT-10-QLVC
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate
with Bitterant
ZC-32-B2
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (Canada):
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
WSS-M2C938-A
Power steering fluid:
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV
XT-10-QLVC
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (U.S.):
Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant
YN-19
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Canada):
R-134a Refrigerant
CYN-19-R
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Mexico):
Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant
MYN-19
WSH-M1C231-B
A/C refrigerant compressor oil:
Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
YN-12-D
ESB-M1C93-B
Multi-purpose grease:
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
XL-5-A
-
Lock cylinders (U.S.):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
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Capacity
Item
37 pt (17.5 L)4
Rear axle (S-190)(26k single speed)
28 pt (13.2 L)4
Rear axle (21060S)(21k single speed)
5.2 qt (4.9 L)4
Power Steering (air brake equipped)
6.1 qt (5.8 L)4
Power Steering (hydraulic brake equipped)
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid
29.1 oz (0.825 kg)
A/C refrigerant
4.2 fl oz (124 ml)
A/C refrigerant compressor oil
1 Use the coolant type originally provided in your vehicle. Using any other coolant could
result in vehicle damage.
2 Do NOT fill above the 95% liquid capacity.
3 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount could vary during fluid changes.
4 Capacities could be higher if the vehicle has a cooler. Always check to make sure the
fluid level is in the acceptable range.
Specifications
Materials Specification
Name
WSS-M2C945-B1
Recommended Motor oil (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil
XO-5W20-QSP
WSS-M2C945-B1
Recommended Motor oil (Canada):
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil
CXO-5W20-LSP12
WSS-M2C946-B1
Optional Motor oil (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil
XO-5W30-QSP
WSS-M2C946-B1
Optional Motor oil (Canada):
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil
CXO-5W30-LSP12
WSS-M97B57-A2
Engine coolant (U.S. and Mexico):
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Specification
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-75W140-QL WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (Canada): (S-170)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-75W140-1L
WSP-M2C197-A
Recommended Rear axle fluid (U.S. and Mexico): (S-
190)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-80W90-QL
WSP-M2C197-A
Recommended Rear axle fluid (Canada): (S-190)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-80W90-1L
WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (U.S. and Mexico): (S-190)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-75W140-QL
WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (Canada): (S-190)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-75W140-1L
WSP-M2C197-A
Recommended Rear axle fluid (U.S.): (21060S)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-80W90-QL
WSP-M2C197-A
Recommended Rear axle fluid (Canada): (21060S)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-80W90-1L
WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (U.S.): (21060S)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-75W140-QL
WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (Canada): (21060S)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-75W140-1L
WSS-M2C938-A
Power steering fluid:
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV
XT-10-QLVC
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate
with Bitterant
ZC-32-B2
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Each switch includes a power lead, a
blunt-cut and sealed wire located below
the instrument panel and to the left of the
steering column.
The power leads are coded as shown: Fuse
Amp
Rating
Wire
Color
Circuit
Number
Switch
25A
Yellow
CAC05
AUX 1
25A
Green
with
Brown Trace
CAC06
AUX 2
10A
Violet
with
Green Trace
CAC07
AUX 3
15A
Brown
CAC08
AUX 4
Learn more about auxiliary switches
by visiting: Web Address
www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/
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