ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 6.7L
DIESEL
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Minimum. A
Nominal. B
Maximum. C
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 7.3L
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Minimum. A
Nominal. B
Maximum. C
ENGINE OIL CHECK - 6.7L
DIESEL
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following:1. Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N).
2. Run engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level
ground.
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15
minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan. Checking the engine oil level too
soon after you switch the engine off
may result in an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 220).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with
a clean, lint-free cloth. See Under
Hood Overview (page 222).
7. Replace the dipstick and remove it
again to check the oil level. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 224).
8. Make sure that the oil level is between
the maximum and minimum marks. If
the oil level is at the minimum mark,
add oil immediately. See Engine Oil
Capacity and Specification (page
292).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace the
dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note:Do not remove the dipstick when the
engine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between the
maximum and minimum marks, the oil level
is acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note:The oil consumption of new engines
reaches its normal level after approximately
3,000 mi (5,000 km).
Adding Engine Oil
WARNING: Do not remove the filler
cap when the engine is running.
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Maintenance
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
To top up the engine oil level do the
following:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engine
oil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. See
Under Hood Overview (page 222).
Turn it counterclockwise and remove
it.
3. Add engine oil of the proper viscosity
and grade that meets Ford
specifications. See Engine Oil
Capacity and Specification (page
292). You may have to use a funnel to
pour the engine oil into the opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace the
dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn
it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note:Make sure you install the oil filler cap
correctly.
Note:Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
Engine lubrication for severe
service operation
The following conditions define severe
operation for which engine operation with
SAE 5W-40 oil which meets Ford
specification, WSS-M2C171-F1, is
recommended. Oil and oil filter change
intervals will be determined by the
Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ as noted
previously.
ENGINE OIL CHECK - 7.3L
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on level
ground.
2. Check the oil level before starting the
engine, or switch the engine off after
warm up and wait 10 minutes for the
oil to drain into the oil pan.
3. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with
a clean, lint-free cloth.
4. Reinstall the dipstick and make sure it
is fully seated.
5. Remove the dipstick again to check the
oil level.
Note: If the oil level is between the
maximum and minimum marks, the oil level
is acceptable. Do not add oil.
6. If the oil level is at the minimum mark,
immediately add oil.
7. Reinstall the dipstick. Make sure it is
fully seated.
Note:The oil consumption of new engines
reaches its normal level after approximately
3,000 mi (5,000 km).
Adding Engine Oil
WARNING: Do not add engine oil
when the engine is hot. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury.
WARNING: Do not remove the filler
cap when the engine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that the
vehicle warranty may not cover.
1. Clean the area surrounding the engine
oil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap.
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Maintenance
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - 6.7L DIESEL
Air Filter Restriction Gauge
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn
injuries, do not start your engine with the
air cleaner removed and do not remove
it while the engine is running.
Note:Operating your vehicle in heavy
snowfall or extreme rain conditions may
allow excessive amounts of snow or water
into the air intake system. This could plug
or soak the air filter and cause the engine to
lose power or shut down.
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The restriction gauge, on the upper housing
of the air filter assembly, measures the
vacuum inside the air filter. The more the
air filter is dirty or clogged, the higher the
vacuum reading.
Check the air filter restriction gauge
whenever you open the hood to perform
general engine maintenance or at least
every 7,500 mi (12,000 km). If you operate
your vehicle in extremely dusty conditions,
check and reset the gauge at least every
500 mi (800 km), or two weeks, whichevercomes first. Change the air filter when the
restriction gauge reads near the change
filter line and the gauge is yellow. If you
allow the restriction gauge to reach
maximum restriction, you can affect your
engine performance and fuel economy.
Note:Do not blow out the air filter element
with compressed air since the compressed
air could damage the filter paper.
Note:Do not rely on filter appearance
alone. A filter which appears to be dirty may
have several thousand miles (kilometers)
of life remaining.
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After installation of the new filter element,
reset the gauge by pressing the reset
button on top of the gauge.
We recommend the following actions after
operating the vehicle up to 200 mi
(320 km) in heavy snowfall or extreme
rain:
• Snow: At the earliest opportunity, open
the hood and clear all the snow and ice
from the air filter housing inlet. Do NOT
remove the foam filter and reset the
air filter restriction gauge.
• Extreme rain: The air filter dries after
about 15–30 minutes at highway
speeds. At the earliest opportunity,
open the hood and reset the air filter
restriction gauge.
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Maintenance
1. Drive the vehicle until it reaches normal
operating temperature. This may take
up to 20 mi (30 km). Make sure that
the transmission fluid temperature
gauge on the instrument cluster is
within normal operating temperature
196–215°F (91–102°C) before
checking.
2. Make sure that your vehicle is on level
ground.
3. With the engine running, parking brake
engaged and your foot on the brake
pedal, move the gearshift lever through
all of the gear ranges. Allow sufficient
time for each gear to engage.
4. Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N) and leave the engine
running.
5. Open the hood. See Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 220).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with
a clean, lint-free cloth. See Under
Hood Overview (page 222).
7. Replace the dipstick and remove it
again to check the fluid level.
8. If the fluid level is correct, replace the
dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note:If the fluid level is between the
maximum and minimum marks, the fluid
level is acceptable. Do not add fluid.Transmission Fluid Level
Low Fluid Level
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If the fluid level is at or below the minimum
mark, add fluid immediately. See
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Capacity and Specification (page 302).
Note:If there is no indication of fluid on the
dipstick, have your vehicle checked
immediately.
Correct Fluid Level
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Make sure that the fluid level is between
the maximum and minimum marks.
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Maintenance
Headlamp Aiming Target
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8 ft (2.4 m) A
Center height of lamp to ground B
25 ft (7.6 m) C
Horizontal reference line D
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a
wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) away.
2. Measure the height of the headlamp
bulb center from the ground and mark
an 8 ft (2.4 m) horizontal reference line
on the vertical wall or screen at this
height.
Note:To see a clearer light pattern for
adjusting, you may want to block the light
from one headlamp while adjusting the
other.
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to
illuminate the wall or screen and open
the hood.
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4. On the wall or screen you will observe
a flat zone of high intensity light
located at the top of the right hand
portion of the beam pattern. If the top
edge of the high intensity light zone is
not at the horizontal reference line, the
headlamp will need to be adjusted.
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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each
headlamp. Using a Phillips #2
screwdriver, turn the adjuster either
clockwise or counterclockwise in order
to adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp.
6. Repeat Steps 3 thru 5 to adjust the
other headlamp.
7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
Horizontal aim is not required for this
vehicle and is not adjustable.
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Maintenance
2
2-Speed Rear Axle.......................................134
A
A/CSee: Climate Control...........................................85About This Manual...........................................7
ABS
See: Brakes............................................................137ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................138
Accessories.....................................................315
Accessories
See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation.............................................17
ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............155Adjusting the Headlamps.........................247
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................51
Air Brakes.........................................................142
Air Conditioning
See: Climate Control...........................................85Air Conditioning System Capacity and
Specification - 6.7L Diesel....................300
Air Conditioning System Capacity and
Specification - 7.3L...................................301
Air Filter
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L
Diesel.................................................................228
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter -
7.3L.....................................................................230
Air Induction System Inspection............254
Air Suspension...............................................176
Appendices....................................................343
At a Glance.......................................................23
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............69
Audio Input Jack............................................313
Audio System...............................................309
General Information.........................................309Audio Unit......................................................309
Autolamps........................................................55
Automatic High Beam Control.................56
Automatic Transmission............................128
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
and Specification.....................................302Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check.............................................................242
Auxiliary Power Points.................................95
Auxiliary Switches........................................315
Axle Inspection.............................................258
B
BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.....................246Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........220Booster Seats..................................................32
Brake Fluid Check........................................244
Brake Fluid Specification..........................303
Brakes................................................................137
General Information...........................................137Brake System Inspection..........................255
Breaking-In.....................................................186
Bulb Specification Chart...........................292
C
Canceling the Set Speed...........................162
Capacities and Specifications...............288
Car Wash
See: Cleaning the Exterior..............................263Catalytic Converter.......................................116
Changing a Bulb..........................................250
Changing a Fuse..........................................208
Changing a Road Wheel...........................284
Changing the 12V Battery.........................246
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L
Diesel.............................................................228
Changing the Engine Air Filter -
7.3L.................................................................230
Changing the Engine-Mounted and
Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Fuel
Filters - 6.7L Diesel....................................251
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil
Filter...............................................................226
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................249
Charging a Device..........................................98
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................249
Child Restraint and Seatbelt
Maintenance.................................................44
Child Restraint Positioning.........................34
369
Index
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification -
7.3L.................................................................295
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.................224
Engine Oil Check - 7.3L..............................225
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............224
Engine Oil Dipstick - 7.3L...........................224
Engine Specifications - 6.7L
Diesel............................................................288
Engine Specifications - 7.3L....................289
Entering, Exiting or Climbing on This
Vehicle.............................................................20
Environment......................................................21
Essential Towing Checks..........................180
Event Data Recording
See: Data Recording.............................................13Exhaust Brake................................................143
Exhaust System Inspection.....................255
Export Unique Options................................20
Exterior Mirrors...............................................60
F
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................38
Federal Highway Administration
Regulation......................................................20
Fifth Wheel Operation.................................181
Flat Tire
See: Changing a Road Wheel.......................284Ford Credit..........................................................17
Ford Protect....................................................317
Frame and Tow Hook Inspection..........260
Front Seat Armrest........................................94
Fuel and Refueling.......................................105
Fuel Consumption.........................................113
Fuel Filter - 7.3L............................................249
Fuel Quality - Diesel....................................106
Fuel Quality - Gasoline..............................109
Fuel Shutoff...................................................189
Fuel Tank Capacity - Diesel.....................298
Fuel Tank Capacity - Gasoline...............299
Fuel Tank Selector Switch..........................114
Fuses................................................................200
Fuse Specification Chart..........................200
G
Gauges...............................................................63Gearbox
See: Transmission..............................................128General Driving Points................................183
General Information on Radio
Frequencies...................................................45
General Maintenance Information........319
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada..........................................................197
Getting the Services You Need...............194
H
HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake.............................................138Hazard Flashers............................................189
Headlamp Adjusting
See: Adjusting the Headlamps.....................247Headlamp Exit Delay....................................55
Headlamp Removal
See: Removing a Headlamp..........................250HeadrestSee: Head Restraints..........................................88Head Restraints..............................................88
Heated Exterior Mirrors................................87
Heating
See: Climate Control...........................................85Hill Start Assist...............................................141
Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate...........................................................86
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes............................................................138
Hood Lock
See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........220Horn.....................................................................52
How Does the Pneumatic Locking
Differential Work........................................135
Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Capacity
and Specification.....................................306
I
Ignition Switch..............................................100
In California (U.S. Only).............................195
Information Display Control.......................52
Information Displays.....................................70
General Information............................................70Information Messages..................................74
Installing Child Restraints...........................26
371
Index
Instrument Cluster.........................................63
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................55
Instrument Panel............................................23
Interior Lamps..................................................57
Interior Mirror...................................................62
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................190
K
Keys and Remote Controls.........................45
L
Lane Keeping System.................................164
Lighting Control..............................................54
Lighting..............................................................54
General Information............................................54Load Carrying..................................................175
Load Limit........................................................175
Locating the USB Ports................................97
Locking and Unlocking................................48
Lug Nuts
See: Changing a Road Wheel.......................284
M
Maintenance..................................................219General Information..........................................219Manual Climate Control..............................85
Manual Seats..................................................90
Message Center
See: Information Displays.................................70MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors................................59Mobile Communications Equipment......19
Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel.................290
Motorcraft Parts - 7.3L................................291
N
Noise Pollution Control.................................21
Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........323
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................227
Oil Check
See: Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.............224
See: Engine Oil Check - 7.3L...........................225
Opening and Closing the Hood..............220
Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature......................................................198
Overhead Console.........................................99
P
Parking Brake.................................................138
Passive Anti-Theft System........................50
PAT S
See: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................50Perchlorate.........................................................17
Playing Media From a USB Device.........312
Playing Media Using the USB Port...........97
Pneumatic Locking Differential
Indicators......................................................136
Pneumatic Locking Differential...............135
Pneumatic Locking Differential
Precautions..................................................135
Power Door Locks
See: Locking and Unlocking.............................48Power Seats......................................................91
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................245
Power Take-Off.............................................133
Power Windows..............................................59
Pre-Collision Assist - Vehicles With: Air
Brakes............................................................168
Pre-Collision Assist - Vehicles With:
Hydraulic Brakes........................................170
Protecting the Environment........................21
Puncture
See: Changing a Road Wheel.......................284
R
Radio Frequency Certification
Labels...........................................................338
Cruise Control Module.....................................338Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and
Specification - Diesel..............................304
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and
Specification - Gasoline........................305
372
Index