2023 FORD E SERIES transmission

Daytime Running Lamps............................53
Direction Indicators......................................54
Automatic High Beam Control
What Is Automatic High Beam Control..........................................................................55
Switching Automatic High Beam ControlOn and Off...................................................55
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators..........................................................................55
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control..........................................................................56
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows.............................................57
Exterior Mirrors................................................57
Interior Mirror..................................................58
Sun Visors........................................................58
Instrument Cluster
Gauges..............................................................59
Warning Lamps and Indicators................62
Audible Warnings and Indicators............64
Information Displays
General Information.....................................65
Information Messages................................69
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control..............................74
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate...........................................................................75
Rear Passenger Climate Controls...........76
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position...................77
Head Restraints..............................................77
Manual Seats..................................................78
Power Seats....................................................79
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points................................80
Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information.....................................82
Ignition Switch................................................82
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................82
Engine Block Heater....................................84
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions.......................................86
Fuel Quality - E85.........................................86
Fuel Quality - Gasoline...............................88
Running Out of Fuel.....................................88
Refueling..........................................................89
Fuel Consumption........................................90
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law..................................................92
Catalytic Converter.......................................93
Transmission
Automatic Transmission............................96
Brakes
General Information..................................100
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes..........................................................................101
Parking Brake.................................................101
Hill Start Assist.............................................102
Traction Control
Principle of Operation................................103
Using Traction Control...............................103
Stability Control
Principle of Operation...............................104
Using Stability Control..............................105
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Parking Aids
Rear View Camera......................................106
Cruise Control
What Is Cruise Control...............................107
Switching Cruise Control On and Off.........................................................................107
Setting the Cruise Control Speed..........107
Canceling the Set Speed.........................108
Resuming the Set Speed.........................108
Cruise Control Indicators..........................108
Using Adaptive Cruise Control...............108
Driving Aids
Driver Alert.......................................................115
Lane Keeping System.................................116
Steering............................................................119
Pre-Collision Assist.....................................120
Load Carrying
Load Limit.......................................................124
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................129
Recommended Towing Weights...........130
Essential Towing Checks...........................131
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......137
Driving Hints
Reduced Engine Performance................138
Economical Driving.....................................138
Breaking-In.....................................................139
Driving Through Water...............................139
Floor Mats......................................................139
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................141
Hazard Flashers............................................142
Fuel Shutoff...................................................142
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................143
Transporting the Vehicle..........................144
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need..............146
In California (U.S. Only).............................147
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).....................148
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada........................................................149
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.........................................................................150
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).........................................................................150
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..........................................................................151
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart...........................152
Changing a Fuse..........................................160
Maintenance
General Information...................................162
Opening and Closing the Hood..............162
Under Hood Overview...............................163
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................164
Engine Oil Check..........................................164
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................165
Changing the Engine Air Filter................165
Engine Coolant Check...............................166
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.........................................................................170
Brake Fluid Check.........................................173
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................174
Changing the 12V Battery.........................174
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................176
Washer Fluid Check.....................................177
Fuel Filter.........................................................177
Checking the Wiper Blades......................177
Changing the Wiper Blades......................177
Removing a Headlamp..............................178
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Changing a Bulb...........................................178
Vehicle Care
General Information....................................181
Cleaning Products........................................181
Cleaning the Exterior..................................182
Waxing.............................................................183
Cleaning the Engine....................................183
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades.........................................................................184
Cleaning the Interior...................................184
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.......................185
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................185
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............186
Cleaning the Wheels..................................186
Vehicle Storage............................................186
Wheels and Tires
General Information...................................189
Tire Care.........................................................190
Using Snow Chains...................................208
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.........209
Changing a Road Wheel...........................215
Technical Specifications..........................222
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications................................224
Motorcraft Parts..........................................224
Bulb Specification Chart..........................226
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification.........................................................................227
Cooling System Capacity andSpecification............................................228
Fuel Tank Capacity.....................................229
Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification............................................230
Washer Fluid Specification.....................230
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacityand Specification.....................................231
Brake Fluid Specification.........................232
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification.............................................232
Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Capacityand Specification...................................234
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number...............235
Connected Vehicle
Connected Vehicle Requirements........236
Connected Vehicle Limitations.............236
Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork......................................................236
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting........................................................................236
Audio System
General Information...................................237
Audio Unit......................................................237
Connecting a Bluetooth® Device.........240
Streaming Bluetooth Audio...................240
Playing Media From a USB Device......240
USB Port.........................................................241
Using Voice Recognition...........................241
Accessories
Accessories...................................................242
Auxiliary Switches......................................243
Ford Protect
Ford Protect..................................................245
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information.......247
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.........250
Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance.............................................252
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Fleet Telematics Modem (If Equipped)
The onboard modem provides access todata to support telematics services suchas location, speed, idle time, fuel, vehiclediagnostics and maintenance alerts. Toexplore data, telematics services, thirdparty service provider support and tomanage existing telematics accounts, referto www.commericalsolutions.ford.com orcall 833-FCS-FORD.
Note:This is not available with FordPassConnect.
FordPass Connect (If Equipped)
With a FordPass Connect-equippedvehicle, you can use FordPass to track yourvehicle’s location and remotely accessvehicle features such as start, lock andunlock and vehicle status including fuellevel and approximate mileage. Messageand data rates may apply. Services maybe limited by mobile phone networkcoverage area. For additional information,refer to www.fordpass.com.
On Board Diagnostics Data LinkConnector
WARNING: Do not connectwireless plug-in devices to the data linkconnector. Unauthorized third partiescould gain access to vehicle data andimpair the performance of safety relatedsystems. Only allow repair facilities thatfollow our service and repair instructionsto connect their equipment to the datalink connector.
Your vehicle has an OBD Data LinkConnector (DLC) that is used inconjunction with a diagnostic scan tool forvehicle diagnostics, repairs andreprogramming services. Installing anaftermarket device that uses the DLCduring normal driving for purposes such as
remote insurance company monitoring,transmission of vehicle data to otherdevices or entities, or altering theperformance of the vehicle, may causeinterference with or even damage tovehicle systems. We do not recommendor endorse the use of aftermarket plug-indevices unless approved by Ford. Thevehicle Warranty will not cover damagecaused by an aftermarket plug-in device.
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucksand Utility Type Vehicles
WARNING: Utility vehicles have asignificantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles.
WARNING: Vehicles with a highercenter of gravity (utility and four-wheeldrive vehicles) handle differently thanvehicles with a lower center of gravity(passenger cars). Avoid sharp turns,excessive speed and abrupt steering inthese vehicles. Failure to drive cautiouslyincreases the risk of losing control of yourvehicle, vehicle rollover, personal injuryand death.
Before you drive your vehicle, please readthis Owner’s Manual carefully. Your vehicleis not a passenger car. As with othervehicles of this type, failure to operate thisvehicle correctly may result in loss ofvehicle control, vehicle rollover, personalinjury or death.
Using your Vehicle as anAmbulance
If your light truck has the Ford AmbulancePreparation Package, it may be utilized asan ambulance. Ford urges ambulancemanufacturers to follow therecommendations of the Ford IncompleteVehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’sLayout Book and the Qualified Vehicle
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 54). Wiper lever. SeeWindshield Wipers (page 51).A
Information display control. See Information Display Control (page 50).B
Instrument cluster. See General Information (page 65).C
Audio control.D
Gearshift lever. See Automatic Transmission (page 96).E
Auxiliary switches. See Auxiliary Switches (page 243).F
Audio unit. See Audio Unit (page 237).G
Passenger airbag deactivation indicator. See Driver and Passenger Airbags(page 36).H
Traction control switch. See Using Traction Control (page 103).I
Hazard flasher switch. See Hazard Flashers (page 142).J
Climate control. See Manual Climate Control (page 74).K
Ignition. See Ignition Switch (page 82).L
Horn.M
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 49).N
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and with Licence exempt RSSStandards of Industry Canada. Operationis subject to the following two conditions:
•This device may not cause harmfulinterference.
•This device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.
WARNING: Changes ormodifications not expressively approvedby the party responsible for compliancecould void the user's authority to operatethe equipment. The term "IC:" before theradio certification number only signifiesthat Industry Canada technicalspecifications were met.
The typical operating range for yourtransmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m).Vehicles with the remote start feature willhave a greater range. One of the followingcould cause a decrease in operating range:
•Weather conditions.
•Nearby radio towers.
•Structures around the vehicle.
•Other vehicles parked next to yourvehicle.
Other short distance radio transmissions,for example amateur radios, medicalequipment, wireless headphones, remotecontrols and alarm systems can also usethe radio frequency used by your remotecontrol. If the frequencies are jammed, youwill not be able to use your remote control.You can lock and unlock the doors with thekey.
Note:Make sure to lock your vehicle beforeleaving it unattended.
Note:If you are in range, the remote controlwill operate if you press any buttonunintentionally.
Note: The remote control containssensitive electrical components. Exposureto moisture or impact may cause permanentdamage.
REMOTE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:If there are problems with the remoteentry system, make sure to take all remoteentry transmitters with you to an authorizeddealer in order to aid in troubleshooting theproblem.
Note:If your vehicle is fitted with theE-Guard Cargo Protection System™, theremote transmitter unlock command onlyunlocks the front doors. The side or rearcargo doors can only be unlocked fromoutside your vehicle using the key.
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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 gauge.D
Speedometer.E
Information display. See General Information (page 65).F
Tachometer.G
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8 Inch Display
Engine oil pressure gauge.A
Engine coolant temperature gauge.B
Fuel gauge.C
Transmission fluid temperature gauge.D
Speedometer.E
Information display. See General Information (page 65).F
Tachometer.G
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