2020 FORD F-250 coolant temperature

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 pull off the road. You can continue
to drive your vehicle.
The air conditioning may 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. Pull off the road as soon as safely
possible and shift the transmission into
park (P).
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.
Your transmission is filled for life, and does
not need to be checked. Your transmission
does not consume fluid. However, if the
transmission slips or shifts slowly, or if you
notice some sign of fluid leakage, have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may
affect transmission operation and result
in damage to internal transmission
components.
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Engine
•
Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast
idle with the climate controls set to
defrost until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• 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.
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt 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 you disconnect the battery
cables. 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.
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Engine Coolant
Capacities
Quantity
Variant
31.7 qt (30 L)
Primary cooling system.
8.1 qt (7.7 L)
Secondary cooling system.
Materials Specification
Name
WSS-M97B57-A2
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/
Coolant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
/ Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué jaune
Motorcraft®(Canada)
VC-13DL-G(U.S.)
CVC-13DL-G(Canada)
Engine Oil
We recommend Motorcraft motor oil for
your vehicle. If Motorcraft motor oil is not
available, use motor oil of the
recommended viscosity grade that meets
our specification WSS-M2C171-F1. You can
find the list of approved motor oils at
www.motorcraft.com.
Do not use engine oil additives as they
could lead to engine damage not covered
by your vehicle warranty.
The use of correct oil viscosities for diesel
engines is important for satisfactory
operation. Determine which oil viscosity
best suits the temperature range you
expect to encounter for the next service
interval from the SAE Viscosity Grades
chart.
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Sustained High-speed Driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating - Maximum Loaded Weight
for Vehicle Operation
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if you
use non-sealed bearings. Two-wheel drive vehicles.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) or 2400
engine hours
Note: After the initial coolant flush and fill at
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine
hours, flush and fill every 45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter. Operating in Sustained Ambient Temperatures Below -9°F (-23°C) or Above 100°F (38°C)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every
15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if using
non-sealed bearings. (Two-wheel drive vehicles)
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measure
tread depth.1
Every
7,500 mi (12,000 km)
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the air filter
if necessary.2
Inspect the steering, suspension ball joints and the tie rods.
Lubricate any grease fittings.
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DRL
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running Lamps....87
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................88
E
Economical Driving.....................................307
Electromagnetic Compatibility...............581
Electronic Locking Differential.................215 Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential........................................................ 215
Operating ELD With a Spare or Mismatched Tires.................................................................... 216
Electronic Tailgate.........................................70
With the Outside Control Button................... 70
With the Remote Control.................................. 70
Emission Law.................................................188 Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance.........189
Tampering With a Noise Control System.............................................................. 188
End User License Agreement.................584 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................ 584
Engine Block Heater.....................................176 Using the Engine Block Heater....................... 177
Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L
...................353
Adding Coolant................................................... 353
Engine Coolant Temperature Management.................................................. 356
Fail-Safe Cooling............................................... 355
Recycled Coolant.............................................. 354
Severe Climates................................................. 354
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel.............................................................357
Adding Coolant................................................... 357
Coolant Change................................................. 360
Engine and Secondary Cooling System Refill Procedure............................................. 359
Engine-driven Cooling Fan............................ 360
Recycled Coolant.............................................. 359
Severe Climates................................................. 360
Engine Coolant Check - 7.3L...................360 Adding Coolant................................................... 361
Coolant Change................................................. 363Engine Coolant Temperature
Management.................................................. 364
Engine-driven Cooling Fan (Fan Clutch).............................................................. 363
Fail-Safe Cooling............................................... 363
Recycled Coolant............................................... 362
Severe Climates................................................. 363
Engine Emission Control
...........................188
Engine Idle Shutdown.................................176
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 75
Engine Oil Check - 6.2L..............................341 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 342
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel................343 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 343
Engine lubrication for severe service operation ........................................................ 344
Engine Oil Check - 7.3L..............................344 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 344
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L...........................341
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel..............341
Engine Oil Dipstick - 7.3L............................341
Engine Specifications - 6.2L....................429 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 429
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel.......429 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 430
Engine Specifications - 7.3L....................430 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 431
Entertainment..............................................509 AM/FM Radio....................................................... 510
Apps........................................................................\
518
Bluetooth Stereo or USB.................................. 517
CD........................................................................\
..... 516
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available).......................................................... 513
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated).......................................................... 511
Sources.................................................................. 510
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................. 518
USB Ports.............................................................. 518
Environment......................................................17
Essential Towing Checks..........................295 Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 303
Dynamic Hitching Using the Rear View Camera System............................................ 296
Hitches................................................................... 297
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller.............300
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Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal
Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 304
Safety Chains...................................................... 299
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 299
Trailer Lamps...................................................... 303
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 295
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 303
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording............................................ 10
Export Unique Options.................................16
Exterior Mirrors................................................95 Blind Spot Information System...................... 98
Clearance Lamps ................................................. 97
Direction Indicator Mirrors ................................ 97
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................... 95
Heated Exterior Mirrors ...................................... 97
Memory Mirrors .................................................... 97
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 95
PowerScope ™ Power Telescoping
Mirrors................................................................. 96
Puddle Lamps........................................................ 97
Spot Lamps............................................................ 97
Telescoping Mirrors............................................. 96
Trailer Towing Camera System....................... 97
F
Fastening the Seatbelts...............................37 Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................ 38
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 39
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................38
Using the Seatbelt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center Seat on Super Cab and
Crew Cab)........................................................... 37
Fire Extinguisher
............................................316
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 417
Floor Mats........................................................313
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 88
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 83
Ford Credit
.........................................................14
US Only..................................................................... 14
Ford Protect....................................................551 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 552Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.
Only)................................................................... 551
Four-Wheel Drive.........................................207
Front Fog Lamps............................................88 Front Fog Lamp Indicator................................. 88
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or Off........................................................................\
. 88
Fuel and Refueling.......................................178
Fuel Consumption........................................187 Advertised Capacity........................................... 187
Fuel Economy....................................................... 187
Fuel Filter - 6.2L/7.3L...................................371
Fuel Quality - Diesel.....................................181 Biodiesel................................................................. 182
Diesel Fuel Additives ........................................ 183
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Not Required ...........181
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Required (United
States/Canada/Puerto Rico/U.S. Virgin
Islands And Other Locales) ....................... 181
Fuel Quality - E85.........................................179 Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles.............................................................. 179
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................ 180
Fuel Quality - Gasoline..............................180 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................. 180
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................316
Fuses................................................................329
Fuse Specification Chart
..........................329
Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 329
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel........333
G
Garage Door Opener...................................158
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener...........158
Gauges..............................................................101 DEF Gauge............................................................ 103
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..........103
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.............................. 103
Fuel Gauge............................................................ 103
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................. 103
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Direction Indicator.............................................
106
Door Ajar................................................................ 106
Electronic Locking Differential...................... 106
Engine Coolant Temperature........................ 106
Engine Oil.............................................................. 106
Fasten Seatbelt.................................................. 106
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators.......................... 108
Front Airbag......................................................... 106
Front Fog Lamps................................................ 106
High Beam............................................................ 106
Hill Descent.......................................................... 106
Low Fuel Level..................................................... 106
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................. 106
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control..........107
Service Engine Soon.......................................... 107
Stability Control.................................................. 107
Stability Control Off........................................... 107
Tailgate Ajar.......................................................... 107
Transmission Tow/Haul................................... 107
Wait To Start......................................................... 107
Water In Fuel......................................................... 107
Warning Triangle...........................................316
Washer Fluid Check......................................371
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 381
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 84
Waxing.............................................................382
What Is Automatic High Beam Control.............................................................92
What Is Cruise Control...............................236 Requirements...................................................... 236
What Is the Cabin Air Filter.......................146
What Is Trail Control...................................225
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 417
Wheels and Tires........................................390 General Information......................................... 390
Technical Specifications................................. 428
Windows and Mirrors...................................94
Windshield Washers.....................................85
Windshield Wipers........................................84 Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 84
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades................... 371
Wipers and Washers.....................................84
Wireless Accessory Charger.....................163
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