2020 FORD F-53 engine coolant

Cruise Control
What Is Cruise Control
.................................57
Switching Cruise Control On and Off ........................................................................\
...
57
Setting the Cruise Control Speed ............
57
Canceling the Set Speed ............................
57
Resuming the Set Speed ...........................
58
Cruise Control Indicators ............................
58
Using Adaptive Cruise Control .................
58
Driving Aids
Driver Alert .......................................................
65
Lane Keeping System .................................
66
Steering ............................................................
69
Pre-Collision Assist ......................................
70
Load Carrying
Load Limit .........................................................
75
Towing
Towing a Trailer .............................................
80
Recommended Towing Weights ..............
81
Essential Towing Checks ...........................
84
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels ......
86
Driving Hints
Reduced Engine Performance ..................
87
Economical Driving .......................................
87
Breaking-In ......................................................
88
Driving Through Water ................................
88
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance ...................................
90
Hazard Flashers ..............................................
91
Jump Starting the Vehicle ...........................
91
Transporting the Vehicle ............................
93
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need ................
95In California (U.S. Only)
..............................
96
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) .......................
97
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada .........................................................
98
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
..
99
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
..
99
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
100
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart ...........................
101
Changing a Fuse ..........................................
108
Maintenance
General Information ....................................
110
Under Hood Overview - Commercial Chassis ...........................................................
111
Under Hood Overview - Motorhome Chassis ..........................................................
112
Engine Oil Dipstick ........................................
113
Engine Oil Check ...........................................
113
Oil Change Indicator Reset .......................
114
Changing the Engine Air Filter .................
114
Engine Coolant Check .................................
115
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ........................................................................\
..
119
Brake Fluid Check .........................................
121
Power Steering Fluid Check .....................
123
Changing the 12V Battery .........................
124
Fuel Filter ........................................................
126
Vehicle Care
General Information ....................................
127
Cleaning the Exterior ...................................
127
Cleaning the Engine ....................................
128
Cleaning the Wheels ..................................
128
Vehicle Storage ............................................
129
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Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum
based
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 compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
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GAUGES
2.3 Inch Display
Engine oil pressure gauge.
A
Engine coolant temperature gauge.
B
Fuel gauge.
C
Transmission fluid temperature.
D
Speedometer.
E
Information display.
F
Tachometer.
G
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8 Inch Display
Engine oil pressure gauge.
A
Engine coolant temperature gauge.
B
Fuel gauge.
C
Configurable gauge.
D
Speedometer.
E
Information display.
F
Tachometer.
G
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Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle
should stay in the normal operating range,
between the L and H marks. If the needle
falls below the normal range, stop your
vehicle, turn off the engine and check the
engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil
level is correct and the gauge displays
incorrectly, have your vehicle checked by
an authorized dealer.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge WARNING:
Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or 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.
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At
normal operating temperature, the level
indicator is in the normal range. If the
engine coolant temperature exceeds the
normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as
possible, switch off the engine and let the
engine cool.
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates about how much
fuel is in the fuel tank.
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump
symbol indicates on which side of your
vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
Note: The fuel gauge may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or on a slope. Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel level reminder displays and
sounds when the distance to empty
reaches
50 mi (80 km), 25 mi (40 km),
10 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km).
Note: The low fuel reminder can appear at
different fuel gauge positions depending on
fuel economy conditions. This variation is
normal.
Distance to Empty
Indicates the approximate distance your
vehicle can travel on the fuel remaining in
the tank. Changes in driving pattern can
cause the value to not only decrease but
also increase or stay constant for periods
of time.
Configurable Gauge
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge
Indicates transmission fluid temperature.
At normal operating temperature, the level
indicator is in the normal range. If the
transmission fluid temperature exceeds
the normal range, stop your vehicle as soon
as possible and verify the airflow is not
restricted by snow or debris blocking
airflow through the grille.
To lower the transmission temperature
into the normal range, alter the severity of
your driving conditions. Operating the
transmission for extended periods with the
gauge in the higher than normal area may
cause internal transmission damage. If the
gauge continues to show high
temperatures, see an authorized dealer.
Voltmeter
Displays electrical system voltage.
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Cruise Control Indicator
Illuminates when you switch this
feature on. See What Is Cruise
Control (page 57).
Direction Indicator Illuminates when you switch the
left or right direction indicator or
the hazard flasher on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for
a burned out bulb.
Electronic Throttle Control Illuminates when the engine has
defaulted to a limp-home
operation. See your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Lamp Illuminates when the engine
coolant temperature is high.
Stop the vehicle as soon as
possible, switch off the engine and let cool.
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp It illuminates and a chime
sounds until you fasten the
seatbelts.
Headlamp High Beam Indicator Illuminates when you switch the
high beam headlamps on. It will
flash when you use the
headlamp flasher. Hydromax
(If Equipped) Illuminates to indicate normal
hydromax booster reserve
system activation when the
engine is off and you apply the service
brake pedal. This light may also illuminate
momentarily if the engine is running and
the driver turns the steering wheel fully in
one direction when braking. If the light
remains on with the engine running, this
indicates inadequate hydraulic booster
pressure or reserve pump system failure.
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and
seek service immediately by your
authorized dealer.
Lane Departure Warning Indicator
(If Equipped) Illuminates when the system
activates. See
Lane Keeping
System (page 66).
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp Illuminates when the fuel level
is low or the fuel tank is nearly
empty. Refuel as soon as
possible.
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp If it illuminates with the engine
running or when you are driving,
this indicates a malfunction.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level. See
Engine Oil Check
(page 113).
Parking Lamps Illuminates when you switch the
parking lamps on.
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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF
EQUIPPED) WARNING:
Failure to follow engine
block heater instructions could result in
property damage or serious personal
injury. WARNING: Do not use your heater
with ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock. WARNING:
Do not fully close the
hood, or allow it to drop under its own
weight when using the engine block
heater. This could damage the power
cable and may cause an electrical short
resulting in fire, injury and property
damage.
Note: The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below
0°F
(-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element, installed in the engine block and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
• Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter ’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.
• Use as short an extension cord as
possible.
• Do not use multiple extension cords.
• Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord
plug connections are free and clear of
water. This could cause an electric
shock or fire.
• If the block heater cord is under the
hood, Do Not remove the wiring from
its original location. Do Not close the
hood on the extension wiring.
• Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.
• Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.
• Check for heat anywhere in the
electrical hookup once the system has
been operating for approximately 30
minutes.
• Make sure the system is unplugged and
properly stowed before starting and
driving your vehicle. Make sure the
protective cover seals the prongs of the
block heater cord plug when not in use.
• Make sure the heater system is
checked for proper operation before
winter.
Using the Engine Block Heater
Make sure the receptacle terminals are
clean and dry prior to use. Clean them with
a dry cloth if necessary.
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REDUCED ENGINE
PERFORMANCE
WARNING: If you continue to drive
your vehicle when the engine is
overheating, the engine could stop
without warning. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle.
If the engine coolant temperature gauge
needle moves to the upper limit position,
the engine is overheating. See Gauges
(page 21).
You must only drive your vehicle for a short
distance if the engine overheats. The
distance you can travel depends on
ambient temperature, vehicle load and
terrain. The engine continues to operate
with limited power for a short period of
time.
If the engine temperature continues to rise,
the fuel supply to the engine reduces. The
air conditioning switches off and the engine
cooling fan operates continually.
1. Gradually reduce your speed and stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
2. Immediately switch the engine off to prevent severe engine damage.
3. Wait for the engine to cool down.
4. Check the coolant level. See
Engine
Coolant Check (page 115).
5. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Your fuel economy is affected by several
things, such as how you drive, the
conditions you drive under, and how you
maintain your vehicle. You may improve your fuel economy by
keeping these things in mind:
•
Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.
• Drive at steady speeds without
stopping.
• Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.
• Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving.
• Close the windows for high-speed
driving.
• Drive at reasonable speeds (traveling
at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% less
fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105
km/h]).
• Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size.
• Use the recommended engine oil.
• Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance.
Avoid these actions; they reduce your fuel
economy:
• Sudden accelerations or hard
accelerations.
• Revving the engine before turning it off.
• Idle for periods longer than one minute.
• Warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
• Use the air conditioner or front
defroster.
• Use the speed control in hilly terrain.
• Rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving.
• Drive a heavily loaded vehicle or tow a
trailer.
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