Ford 1998 E-150 manual

Before driving Introduction 2 Instrumentation 4 Controls and features 13 Seating and safety restraints 34 Starting and driving Starting 59 Driving 63 Roadside emergencies 77 Servicing Maintenance and care 95 Capacities and specifications 129 Reporting safety defects 139 Index 140 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechani[...]

ICONS Indicates a warning. Read the following section on W arnings for a full explanation. Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow . Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment. W ARNINGS[...]

SPECIAL NOTICES Using your vehicle as an ambulance If your light truck is equipped with the Ford ambulance preparation package, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford incomplete vehicle manual, Ford truck body builder’ s layout book and the QVM guidelines as well as pertine[...]

P R N D 2 1 18 8 H L + - 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 0 20•km/h 40• 60 80 100 120 • • • • •140 • 0000 000 05 0 H C F E ON OFF RES SET ACCEL COAST OVERDRIVE Instrument cluster (pg. 6) Gearshift (includes overdrive button) (pg. 27) Auxiliary power point* (pg. 20) Driver side air bag (pg. 46) Speed control* (pg. 22) T urn signal and [...]

VOL-PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB BAL FADE SEEK TUNE SCAN EJ TAPE DOLBY 8 NR REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1-2 3 4 5 6 ST FM 1 FM 1 FAN HI LO COOL WARM MAX A/C NORM A/C VENT OFF FLR MIX CLK Climate control systems (pg. 14) Electronic sound system; refer to Audio Guide (pg. 20) Passenger side air bag (pg. 46) Instrumentation 5[...]

W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the position ON and the engine is off. Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the [...]

The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’ s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and w[...]

T ransmission control indicator light (TCIL) The word OFF located on the end of the gearshift lever is the transmission control indicator light (TCIL). The TCIL may flash steadily if a malfunction is detected. If the TCIL is flashing, contact your Ford dealer as soon as possible. If this condition persists, damage to the transmission could occur . [...]

High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Oil pressure/Engine coolant This light will come on when the key is in the ON position and the: • engine coolant temperature is very high • engine oil pressure is low The light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention and to check the engine coolant temperature gaug[...]

GAUGES Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty , there[...]

Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the e[...]

Battery voltage gauge This gauge shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated), have the vehicle’ s electrical system checked as soon as possible. Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. T rip odometer Registers the kilome[...]

HEADLAMP CONTROL • Pull the headlamp control toward you to the first position to turn on the parking lamps, tail lamps, license plate lamps and marker lamps. • Pull the headlamp control toward you to the outer position to turn on the headlamps (in addition to the previous lamps). Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) T urns the highbeam hea[...]

Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate. P ANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel. • Rotate clockwise/counterclockwise when it is in the on position. • Rotate fully counterclockwise to turn on the courtesy and cargo lamps. CLIMA TE CONTROL SYSTEM Heater only system (if equipped) FAN [...]

Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. T emperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. On heater -only systems, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. • VENT -Distributes[...]

Operating tips • In humid weather , select before driving. This will help to prevent your windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desired position. • T o prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’ t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position. • Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfe[...]

Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. T emperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except VENT and FLR. However , the air condi[...]

Under normal conditions, your vehicle’ s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. • MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier than NORM A/C but more economical and will cool [...]

• T o prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’ t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position. • Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow , ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield). • If your vehicle has been par[...]

• T o control the auxiliary fan with this control, the rear fan switch on the front control unit must be in the rear control position. • The auxiliary unit does not provide for mixing of hot and cold air . Adjustment of temperature in the rear may be accomplished by increasing or decreasing the rear fan speed. AUXILIARY POWER POINT The auxiliar[...]

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY , allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 3. OFF , shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4. ON, all electrical circuit[...]

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) T o turn speed control on • Press ON. V ehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery , or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on. T o turn [...]

T o set a speed • Press SET ACC/SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it in[...]

Y ou can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed. T o set a lower set speed • Press and hold CST/COAST . Release the control when the desired speed is reached or • Press and release CST/COAST . Each press will de[...]

T o disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. T o return to a previously set speed • Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). [...]

TILT STEERING (IF EQUIPPED) Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then release the control. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired int[...]

Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer . Push and hold for a longer wash cycle. OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy . The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts to second, third and fourth gear . Deactivating overdrive Press the T ransmission Control Sw[...]

INTERIOR LAMPS Cargo and dome lamps Rear cargo lamps equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will light when: • the doors are closed and the switch is in the ON position. • the switch is in the DOOR position and any door is open. • the switch is in the DOOR position and the front door handle is lifted. • the instrument panel dimmer switch is t[...]

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors. UL Controls and features 29[...]

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) T o adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror . 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror . 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all ve[...]

Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. T o confirm all doors are closed and locked, press the control a second time within five seconds. The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the lamps will flash. Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm. T o deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn [...]

• structures around the vehicle • other vehicles parked next to the vehicle T o replace the batteries: 1. T wist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT T AKE THE FRONT P ART OF THE TRANSMITTER AP ART . 2. Place the positive ( +) side of new batteries down. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit[...]

Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm. The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the ST ART or ACC position. The dome lamp switch (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry sys[...]

SEATING Front seats Never adjust the driver’ s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up [...]

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’ s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Press to raise or lower the front p[...]

Using the manual lumbar support T urn the lumbar support control clockwise to increase firmness. T urn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase softness. Rear bench seat T o remove the seats: 1. Disengage the lap/shoulder belt from the seat by inserting a key or small screwdriver into the slot in the detachable anchor and lifting upw[...]

Stow the tongue end of the detachable anchor . 2. Lift and rotate the LH/RH seat latch handles rearward. 3. Lift the LH/RH latch rod hook ends out of the locking holes in the front strikers. 4. Move the seat rearward and lift the seats rear hooks away from the rear strikers prior to lifting the front hooks out from the front strikers. 5. Remove the[...]

Quick release captains chair T o remove the seats: 1. Disengage the lap/shoulder belt from the seat by inserting a key or small screwdriver into the slot in the detachable anchor and lifting upward. Stow the tongue end of the detachable anchor . Seating and safety restraints 38[...]

2. Pull the seat latch handle, then pull the seat toward the right side of the vehicle to disengage four pins from the floor mount. 3. Remove the seat. T o install the seats: Check to see that the seat and seatback is latched securely in position. Keep floor area free of objects that would prevent proper seat engagement. Never attempt to adjust the[...]

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always wear their safety belts. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people rid[...]

2. T o unfasten, push the red release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front and rear seat passenger outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: V ehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the no[...]

How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the au[...]

The safety belt buckle pretensioner is a device which removes excess webbing from the safety belt system. The safety belt buckle pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS). When the safety belt buckle pretensioner deploys, the buckle moves downward, pulling excess webbing from the lap and shoul[...]

Insert the tongue into the correct buckle. T o lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle. T o tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips. Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. Safety belt extension assembly[...]

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... The safety belt warning light illuminates for one to two minutes and the warning chime sounds for four to eight seconds. The driver’ s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the w[...]

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENT AL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to: • work with the safety belt to protect the driver and right front passenger . • reduce certain upper body injuries. Failure to follow these instructions will affect the performance of the safet[...]

Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag cover on the steering wheel or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag. Failure to follow this instruction may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restrai[...]

The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag. Small [...]

section in the Instrumentation chapter . Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. [...]

Install forward-facing convertible safety seats only in vehicle seating positions equipped with lap-shoulder belts. Forward facing convertible safety seats can be used in the center of the three-passenger second row bench seat only if a top tether strap is used. Ford recommends placing forward-facing safety seats in the second row and using safety [...]

A belt-positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child’ s face or neck, or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs, or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion. Y ou may wish to discuss the special[...]

1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. Air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all the way back. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 3. While holding the shoulder [...]

4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard. 6. A[...]

8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. 10. T ry to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt ou[...]

Front passenger seating position The front passenger seating position does not require any tether hardware. The tether can be attached directly to the rear of the front seat. 1. Position the child safety seat on the front right-hand passenger seat. 2. Adjust the front right-hand passenger seat full forward. 3. Route the child safety seat tether str[...]

4. Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat pedestal as shown. 5. Rotate the tether strap as shown. 6. Clip the tether strap to the seat pedestal as shown. Do not clip the tether strap to the seat pedestal as shown. Seating and safety restraints 56[...]

If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly (as shown) the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 7. Rotate the tether strap clip as shown. 8. Adjust the front right-hand passenger seat to the full rearward position. 9. Refer to the instructions in this section under Installing child safety seats in combination l[...]

including instructions, may be obtained at no charge from any Ford dealer . • Second row bucket seats (at rear of lower seat frame) • 3–passenger bench seat (on rear rail of seat cushion frame) Seating and safety restraints 58[...]

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting. Only use the accele[...]

2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the parking brake is set. 4. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 5. T urn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (ST ART). HOOD PUSH ON PUSH OFF 1 2 3 4 5 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 10 0 20 km/h 40 60 80 10 0 12 0 14 0 H L 16 0 MPH 000000 0000 BRAKE 18 8 SERVICE [...]

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly . If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’ s safety belt is fastened, the light ( ) will not illuminate. ST ARTING THE ENGINE 1. T urn the key to 5 (ST ART) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. The key will return[...]

Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. T ake precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately . Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmful a[...]

BRAKES Y our brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the “Service Guide” for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle’ s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applie[...]

light will remain on and your vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible. Normal braking is still effective unless the BRAKE warning lamp is also illuminated. Using ABS • In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the ABS is required, apply continuous full force on the brake. The ABS will be activated immediately , thus allowing you to r[...]

The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle. However , if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency . Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle’ s stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. Push the ped[...]

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear . Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine may overheat. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the[...]

(Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy . T ransmission operates in gears one through four . (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the T ransmission Control Switch (TCS) on the end of the gearshift lever . The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) (the word OFF) on the end of the gearshift lever will illuminate.[...]

1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximum engine braking on steep downgrades. Upshifts can be made by shifting to 2 (Second) or to (Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear , and will shift to 1 (Low) after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed. VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle, famili[...]

• Maximum T railer W eight : maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle (including passengers and cargo) is permitted to tow . It is determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle. • T railer W eight Range : Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges f[...]

DRIVING THROUGH W A TER Do not drive quickly through standing water , especially if the depth is unknown. T raction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet, your engine may stall. W ater may also enter your engine’ s air intake and severely damage your engine. If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable[...]

T railer T owing T able GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating)/T railer W eights Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-kg (lbs.) T railer weight range-kg (lbs.) (0-Maximum) Maximum Frontal Area Of T railer -m 2 (ft 2 ) Super V an E-250 4.2L 3.73 4 763 (10 500) 2 313 (5 100) 5.52 (60) 5.4L 3.73 5 897 (13 000) 3 357 (7 400) 5.52 (60) Super V an E-250 HD [...]

T railer T owing T able GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating)/T railer W eights Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-kg (lbs.) T railer weight range-kg (lbs.) (0-Maximum) Maximum Frontal Area Of T railer -m 2 (ft 2 ) 4.6L 3.55 5 216 (11 500) 2 767 (6 100) 5.52 (60) 5.4L 3.55 5 443 (12 000) 2 948 (6 500) 5.52 (60) Club W agon Regular E-350 (12 passeng[...]

T railer T owing T able GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating)/T railer W eights Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-kg (lbs.) T railer weight range-kg (lbs.) (0-Maximum) Maximum Frontal Area Of T railer -m 2 (ft 2 ) E-350 Commercial Cutaway (single rear wheel) 7.3L (Diesel) 4.10 9 072 (20 000) 4 717 (10 400)* 5.52 (60) E-350 Commercial Cutaway (dual[...]

Y our vehicle’ s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle. Distribute the load so that only 10 to 15% of the total is on the tongue. T ie down the load so that it does not shift and change the weight on the hitch. T owing a trailer places an additional load on y[...]

The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. Trailer lamps T railer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure your trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. Using a step bumper T[...]

T railer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up in an area before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should be 1[...]

HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger , etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously . • Depress control ag[...]

• Except commercial stripped chassis vehicles • Commercial stripped chassis vehicles Roadside emergencies 78[...]

FUSES AND RELA YS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating[...]

T o remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover . The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 1 20A RABS/4W ABS Module 2 15A Brake W arning Diode/Resistor , Instrument Cluster , W arning Chime, 4W ABS Relay , W arning Indicators 3 15A Main Light Switch, RKE Module, Radio 4 15A Power Lo[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 6 10A Shift Interlock, Speed Control, DRL Module 7 10A Multi-Function Switch, T urn Signals 8 30A Radio Capacitor(s), Ignition Coil, PCM Diode, PCM Power Relay , Fuel Heater , Glow Plug Relay (Diesel) 9 30A W iper Control Module, W indshield W iper Motor 10 20A Main Light Switch, (External Lamps) Mult[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 29 — Not Used 30 15A Headlamps (High Beam Indicator), DRL 31 10A Right Headlamp (Low Beam), DRL 32 — Not Used 33 — Not Used 34 10A T ransmission Range (TR) Sensor 35 — Not Used 36 5A (Cluster , A/C, Illumination, Radio), Steering Column Assembly 37 — Not Used 38 10A Air Bag Diagnostic Monito[...]

The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 1 — Not Used 2 — Not Used 3 — Not Used 4 10A PCM Keep Alive Memory , Instrument Cluster 5 10A Right T railer T urn Signal 6 10A Left T railer T urn Signal 7 — Not Used 8 60A I/P Fuses 5, 11, 23, 38, 4, 10, 16, 22, 28 9 30A PCM Power Relay , Engine C[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 14 30A T railer Running Lamps Relay , T railer Backup Lamps Relay 15 40A Main Light Switch 16 50A RKE Module, Auxiliary Blower Motor Relay 17 30A Fuel Pump Relay , IDM (Diesel) 18 60A I/P Fuses 40, 41 19 60A 4W ABS Module 20 20A Electric Brake Controller 21 50A Modified V ehicle Power 22 40A T railer [...]

CHANGING THE TIRES 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. Spare tire information The spare tire for your vehicle is stowed under the rear of your vehicle (except cutaway and stripped chassis[...]

3. Raise the tire by turning the wrench or handle clockwise. Continue until the lift mechanism “clicks.” 4. Check that the tire is tightly seated under the vehicle by pushing against the tire. Retighten as necessary . 5. Replace the access cover , anti-theft bracket and thumb screw . Use finger pressure only to secure the thumb screw . Make sur[...]

5. Block the wheel that is diagonally opposite the tire you are changing. On E-Super Duty vehicles, the parking brake is on the transmission. Therefore, the vehicle will not be prevented from moving when a rear wheel is lifted, even if the parking brake is applied. Be sure to block both directions of the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the whe[...]

Replacing the tire 1. Assemble the jack handle sections together and lock into jack. Use the jack handle to slide the jack under the vehicle. T o lessen the risk of personal injury , do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing[...]

• E-Super Duty Front axle jacking points: • All models Place the jack under the pin on the front axle. 3. T urn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. 4. Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench. 5. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire. If your vehicle has dual rear wheels, there are locating pins on the[...]

• 5 lug wheel • 8 lug wheel Never use wheels or lug nuts different than the original equipment as this could damage the wheel or mounting system. This damage could allow the wheels to come off while the vehicle is being driven. 9. Replace any wheel covers, ornaments or hub caps. Make sure they are screwed or snapped in place. 10. Stow the jack,[...]

Model Bolt Size Wheel Lug nut T orque* N • M Ft-Lb E-150 1/2-20 135 100 E-250, E-350 and E-Super Duty 9/16-18 190 140 * T orque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Do not use oil or grease on threads. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. JUMP ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explod[...]

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Position the vehicles so that they do not touch one another . 2. Switch off the engine. Switch off any unnecessary electrical equipment. 3. Connect the positive ( +) terminal of the discharged battery (1) to the positive ( +) terminal of the booster battery (2). 4. Connect one end of the second lead to the negative ([...]

Jump starting 1. Start the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery . 3. Once the engine has been started, run both vehicles for a further three minutes before disconnecting the leads. Removing the jumper cables 1. Remove the jumper cables in reverse order . T a[...]

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member , your roadside assistance center . It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. When calling for a tow truck, tell the operator what kind of vehicle you have. A towing manual is available fro[...]

SERVICE RECOMMENDA TIONS T o help you service your vehicle: • W e highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • W e provide a “Service Guide” which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide necessary parts and service. Check your “W arra[...]

Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly . Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release hand[...]

1. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Air filter assembly 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Brake fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant recovery reservoir 9. Battery ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Check the engine oil each time you fuel your vehicle. 1. Make [...]

• 4.6L V8 engine 6. W ipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully , then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the MIN mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause eng[...]

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter . 2. If the fluid level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the preferred viscosity . Add engine oil through the oil filler cap. Remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil in the opening. 3. Recheck the [...]

Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, startup engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting [...]

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel. The reservoir is highlighted with a symbol. If the level is low , add enough fluid to fill the reservoir . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir all the way . Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer flu[...]

maintenance, refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter . Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. Adding engine coolant Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid. If sprayed on the windshie[...]

Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze. Do not use supplemental coolant additives in your vehicle. These additives may harm your engine cooling system. The use of an improper coolant may void your warranty of your vehicle’ s engine cooling system. Recycled engine coolant Ford Mot[...]

How fail-safe cooling works If the engine overheats, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. When this occurs, the engine coolant temperature gauge will move into the red area, the , and the service engine soon lights will illuminate. The vehicle will s[...]

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid at least twice a year . If adding fluid is necessary , use only MERCON t AT F . 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge will be near the center of the NORMAL band). 2. While the engine idles, turn th[...]

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking and adding automatic transmission fluid Follow the scheduled service intervals outlined in the “Service Guide”. Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and/or dipstick handle and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capac[...]

2. W ith the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage. 3. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 4. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. 5. Install t[...]

BA TTER Y Y our vehicle may be equipped with a Superstart maintenance-free battery . If the original equipment battery needs replacing, it may be replaced with a low-maintenance battery . The low-maintenance battery normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However , for severe usage or in high temperature climates, che[...]

3. The relearning process will automatically complete as you drive the vehicle. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle, the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle is eventually relearned. • If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and the preset radio statio[...]

Gasoline engines Disconnect: 1. Disconnect the primary battery ground cable. 2. Disconnect the auxiliary battery frame ground. Remove the ground bolt. Pull the cable away from the frame and make sure that the cable does not contact the frame. Connect: 1. Reconnect the auxiliary battery frame ground. Maintenance and care 110[...]

2. Reconnect the primary battery ground cable. Diesel engines Disconnect: Secondary positive cable remains energized after disconnection. make sure the tool does not contact any ground surface. 1. Disconnect the secondary positive cable from the primary battery terminal. 2. W rap the secondary positive cable with a non-conductive material to insula[...]

3. Disconnect the primary battery ground cable. 4. Disconnect the primary battery positive cable. Connect: Secondary positive cable remains energized after disconnection. make sure the tool does not contact any ground surface. 1. Reconnect the primary battery positive cable. 2. Reconnect the primary battery ground cable. 3. Unwrap the secondary pos[...]

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades. Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly , clean both the windshield and wiper blades using u[...]

INFORMA TION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADES New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their T ire Quality Grade (described below) molded into the tire’ s sidewall. These T ire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of T ransportation has set. T ire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenge[...]

T emperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire li[...]

• Four tire rotation • Five tire rotation Maintenance and care 116[...]

Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier to lose control and roll over . T ires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’ s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer [...]

• Do not use tire chains on aluminum wheels. Chains may chip the wheels. • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. WHA T YOU SHOULD KNO[...]

• Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water . • If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. • Be particularly careful if you are taking “Ant[...]

Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” gasoline. “Premium” gasoline is not recommended (particularly in the United States) because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a[...]

4. Use one of the following equations to calculate fuel economy . Liters used x 100 4 T otal kilometers traveled T otal miles traveled 4 T otal gallons used Keep a record for at least one month. This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’ s fuel economy . EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with various emission control c[...]

Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law , vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. Information about your vehicle’ s emission system[...]

• T urn signals • Backup lamps • License plate lamp Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately . If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time, contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect performance. Replacing headlamp bulbs (aerodynamic) Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children?[...]

6. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) about an eighth of a turn to free it from the bulb socket, and by sliding the ring off the plastic base. Keep the ring because it will be used again to retain the new bulb. 7. Remove the old bulb from its socket by gently pulling it straight back out of th[...]

USING THE RIGHT BULBS Function Number of bulbs T rade number Headlamps (low series) 2 H6054 Headlamps (high series) 2 9007 Park lamp and turn signal (front) 2 3157 NAK Back-up lamps 2 3156 K License plate lamps 1 186 Stop/tail/side marker lamp 2 3357 K T urn lamp (rear) 2 3156 K High-mount brakelamp 2 912 Cargo lamp 1 211-2 Dome lamp (standard) 1 9[...]

W ashing your vehicle W ash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water . Never use strong detergents or soap. If your vehicle is particularly dirty , use a quality car wash detergent. Always use a clean sponge, washing glove or similar device and plenty of water for best results. T o avoid spots, avoid washing when the hood is still warm, i[...]

Cleaning the engine Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • T ake care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray with cold water to avoid cracking the engine bl[...]

Cleaning the exterior lamps W ash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. Use glass cleaner or tar remover if necessary . T o avoid scratching the lamps, do not use a dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. Cleaning the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly , clean the windshield and wiper blades wi[...]

MOTORCRAFT P ART NUMBERS Component 4.2L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Air filter F A-1632 F A-1632 F A-1632 F A-1632 Battery (standard) BXT -65-650 BXT -65-650 BXT -65-650 BXT -65-650 Battery (optional) BXT -65-750 BXT -65-750 BXT -65-750 BXT -65-750 Battery (auxilary) BH-65DC BH-65DC BH-65DC BH-65DC Fuel filter FG-872 FG-[...]

Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Rear axle 1 Refer to footnote 4 Ford 8.8/9.75 inch conventional and T raction-Lok 2.6-2.7L (5.5-5.8 pints) 1 Dana 9.75 inch (M60-IU) 3.0L (6.3 pints) 2 Dana 10.5 inch (M70-2U) 3.1L (6.6 pints) 2 Dana 10.5 inch (M70-1HD) 3.5L (7.5 pints) 2 Dana 11.25 inch (model 80) 3.5L (7.5 pints) 2 Fuel tank N/A All regul[...]

Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity T ransmission 3 Motorcraft MERCON t V AT F Automatic (4R70W) 13.1L (13.9 quarts) Motorcraft MERCON t AT F Automatic (E4OD) 15.0L (15.9 quarts) W indshield washer fluid Ultra-Clear W indshield W asher Concentrate All Fill to line on reservoir If your vehicle’ s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axl[...]

LUBRICANT SPECIFICA TIONS Item Ford part name Ford part number Ford specification Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ- 19542-AB ESA- M6C25-A and DOT 3 Door weatherstrips Silicone Lubricant C0AZ-19553-AA and D7AZ-19553-AA ESR-M13P4-A Engine coolant Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid EFZ-19549-AA ESE-M97B44-A Engine oil [...]

Item Ford part name Ford part number Ford specification Parking brake assembly (E-Super Duty) Motorcraft MERCON t Automatic T ransmission Fluid XT -2-QDX MERCON t Ford conventional and T raction-Lok axles 1 Motorcraft SAE 75W140 High Performance Synthetic rear axle lubricant F1TZ-19580-B WSL-M2C192-A Dana conventional and T raction-Lok axles 2 Moto[...]

ENGINE DA T A Engine 4.2L V6 engine Cubic inches 256 Horsepower 200 @ 4800 rpm T orque 250 lbs.ft. @ 2800 rpm Required fuel grade 87 octane Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-.056 inch Ignition system EDIS Compression ratio 9.0:1 Engine 4.6L V8 engine Cubic inches 281 Horsepower 215 @ 4450 rpm T orque 290 lbs.ft. @ 3250 rpm R[...]

Engine 6.8L V10 engine Cubic inches 415 Horsepower 265 @ 4250 rpm T orque 405 lbs.ft. @ 2750 rpm Required fuel grade 87 octane Firing order 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9 Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-.056 inch Ignition system EDIS Compression ratio 9.0:1 V EHICLE DIMENSIONS V an/wagon models E-150 E-250 E-350 (1) Overall height 2 054.8 mm (80.9 in) 2 118[...]

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Cutaway/commercial stripped chassis models E-250 E-350 E-Super Duty (1) Overall height Refer to Body Builder for specifications (2) T rack front/rear 1 762.8 mm (69.4 in) 1 701.8 mm (67.0 in) 1 762.8 mm (69.4 in.)/SRW 1 701.8 mm (67.0 in.), DRW 1 859.3 mm (73.2 in.) 1 762.8 mm (69.4 in.)/1 973.6 mm (77.7 in.) (3) Overall width (excluding mirrors) R[...]

• On the safety compliance certification label. This label is required by the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration and is made of special material. If it is tampered with, it will be destroyed or a destruction pattern will appear . Incomplete vehicles On completed derivations of incomplete vehicles, the safety compliance certification [...]

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONL Y) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company . If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and [...]

Aiming headlamps .................... 125 Air bag supplemental restraint system .......................... 46 and child safety seats .............. 47 description ................................ 46 disposal ...................................... 49 indicator light ........................... 48 passenger air bag ..................... 47 Air condit[...]

Hood release lever .............................. 96 Ignition positions of the ignition ........... 21 Instrument panel lighting up panel and interior . 14 Jump-starting your vehicle ...91,93 attaching cables ........................ 92 disconnecting cables ................93 Keys key in ignition chime ................. 9 Lamps interior lamps .....[...]

treadwear ................................ 114 T raction-lok rear axle ...............107 T railer towing .............................. 70 tips ............................................. 76 T ransmission ............................. 106 automatic operation .. 65,66,67,68 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ............................. 106 [...]

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Fuel information Unleaded only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity Refer to Refill capacities in the Capacities and specifications chapter . Engine oil specifications Use only oil displaying the American Petroleum Institute Certification Mark SAE 5W -30 T ire size and pressure See Safety Compliance Certification Label on inside of driver door Hood relea[...]