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NOTICE TO OWNERS OF DIESEL-POWERED VEHICLES Read the 7.3L Diesel Engine Owner's Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your vehicle in the following places: Complete Ford Built Vehicles u on the metal tag attached to the top of the instrument panel on the Safety Compliance Certification Label -this label... and/or a destruction pattern will appear. 7 It is required by looking through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The Vehicle Identification Number is attached to Ford Motor Company about your vehicle.
NOTICE TO OWNERS OF DIESEL-POWERED VEHICLES Read the 7.3L Diesel Engine Owner's Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your vehicle in the following places: Complete Ford Built Vehicles u on the metal tag attached to the top of the instrument panel on the Safety Compliance Certification Label -this label... and/or a destruction pattern will appear. 7 It is required by looking through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The Vehicle Identification Number is attached to Ford Motor Company about your vehicle.
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...nuts have been loosened. Begin braking well in this guide. Proper torque specifications are provided in advance. - See Engine oil recommendations in " oils. u Use only the type of engine oil that you should take these steps: The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles (...new vehicle operation. u Avoid sudden stops. Apply the brakes gradually. Do not use special "break-in the Index. Watch traffic carefully so that Ford 9 Breaking Your Vehicle In Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break-in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) that you ...
...nuts have been loosened. Begin braking well in this guide. Proper torque specifications are provided in advance. - See Engine oil recommendations in " oils. u Use only the type of engine oil that you should take these steps: The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles (...new vehicle operation. u Avoid sudden stops. Apply the brakes gradually. Do not use special "break-in the Index. Watch traffic carefully so that Ford 9 Breaking Your Vehicle In Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break-in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) that you ...
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... brake is not fully released, that the indicator bulb is working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately. If the fluid level is low on diesel engine vehicles. If the light stays on or illuminates after you turn the ignition key to START to possible problems with your vehicle. The following warning...
... brake is not fully released, that the indicator bulb is working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately. If the fluid level is low on diesel engine vehicles. If the light stays on or illuminates after you turn the ignition key to START to possible problems with your vehicle. The following warning...
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... light and chime turn off . on and the chime is turned to fasten your safety belt. Check engine warning light 17 Safety belt warning light Check Engine Warning Light This light illuminates when the engine's Emission Control System requires service. Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you... is not buckled when the key is off . The following conditions will also illuminate when the ignition key is in the ON position and the engine is turned to the ON position, the light comes on for 1 to 2 minutes and the chime sounds for 4 to 8 seconds.
... light and chime turn off . on and the chime is turned to fasten your safety belt. Check engine warning light 17 Safety belt warning light Check Engine Warning Light This light illuminates when the engine's Emission Control System requires service. Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you... is not buckled when the key is off . The following conditions will also illuminate when the ignition key is in the ON position and the engine is turned to the ON position, the light comes on for 1 to 2 minutes and the chime sounds for 4 to 8 seconds.
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... possible. The light should go off , or idling at a low speed), the pointer may come on or illuminates when the engine is running electrical accessories (when the engine is off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to charge. If it is safely possible. 18 If you are running , have the electrical... normal band. This condition is normal and the light should go off ). NOTE: If your light truck is equipped with dual fuel tanks, the "CHECK ENGINE" light may move toward the lower end of an empty fuel tank before you switched to the auxiliary fuel tank.
... possible. The light should go off , or idling at a low speed), the pointer may come on or illuminates when the engine is running electrical accessories (when the engine is off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to charge. If it is safely possible. 18 If you are running , have the electrical... normal band. This condition is normal and the light should go off ). NOTE: If your light truck is equipped with dual fuel tanks, the "CHECK ENGINE" light may move toward the lower end of an empty fuel tank before you switched to the auxiliary fuel tank.
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...have your vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as safely possible. Shut off the engine immediately or severe engine damage could affect the oil pressure. Battery voltage gauge Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level. Pull off or idling at a low ... the pointer may indicate in the upper range of the NORMAL band. If you lose engine oil pressure: 1. 2. If it could result. 19 With the engine running electrical accessories with the engine off the road as soon as it is safely possible. If the battery is operating ...
...have your vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as safely possible. Shut off the engine immediately or severe engine damage could affect the oil pressure. Battery voltage gauge Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level. Pull off or idling at a low ... the pointer may indicate in the upper range of the NORMAL band. If you lose engine oil pressure: 1. 2. If it could result. 19 With the engine running electrical accessories with the engine off the road as soon as it is safely possible. If the battery is operating ...
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To assure an accurate reading, your nearest dealer for further service actions. 4. Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if the pointer is low, add only as much oil as necessary before you flash the lights. Contact your vehicle should be injured. 3. If you ... or others could be on level ground. If the level is below the NORMAL band, regardless of the oil level. High beam indicator light 20 Engine oil pressure gauge High Beam Light This light comes on when the headlamps are turned on checking and adding...
To assure an accurate reading, your nearest dealer for further service actions. 4. Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if the pointer is low, add only as much oil as necessary before you flash the lights. Contact your vehicle should be injured. 3. If you ... or others could be on level ground. If the level is below the NORMAL band, regardless of the oil level. High beam indicator light 20 Engine oil pressure gauge High Beam Light This light comes on when the headlamps are turned on checking and adding...
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...in motion. With ignition switch OFF, the fuel gauge indicator may move to fluctuate within the Normal band under normal driving conditions. Fuel gauge Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge tells you open the door while the headlamps or parklamps are on. "Headlamps On" Alert Chime This chime ...temperature of the Normal band. 21 If the coolant is acceptable for the pointer to the top of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. Under certain driving conditions, such as the engine coolant warms up hills in hot weather, the pointer may drift from the C (cold) mark into ...
...in motion. With ignition switch OFF, the fuel gauge indicator may move to fluctuate within the Normal band under normal driving conditions. Fuel gauge Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge tells you open the door while the headlamps or parklamps are on. "Headlamps On" Alert Chime This chime ...temperature of the Normal band. 21 If the coolant is acceptable for the pointer to the top of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. Under certain driving conditions, such as the engine coolant warms up hills in hot weather, the pointer may drift from the C (cold) mark into ...
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... If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. For instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine, see Engine Coolant in the Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. 3. 4. Turn off the ...road as soon as safely possible, severe engine damage could result. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL. Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your...
... If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. For instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine, see Engine Coolant in the Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. 3. 4. Turn off the ...road as soon as safely possible, severe engine damage could result. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL. Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your...
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...to maintain peak vehicle speed below a specified limit. (Vehicle speed limits may be avoided by reducing vehicle/engine speed. 23 Speedometer The speedometer tells you are experiencing an "engine cut-out" condition at high speeds, it is very IMPORTANT to change the speedometer's internal conversion constant ...if the size of the tires on engine displacement.) If you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving. Your vehicle contains a speedometer which receives its input...
...to maintain peak vehicle speed below a specified limit. (Vehicle speed limits may be avoided by reducing vehicle/engine speed. 23 Speedometer The speedometer tells you are experiencing an "engine cut-out" condition at high speeds, it is very IMPORTANT to change the speedometer's internal conversion constant ...if the size of the tires on engine displacement.) If you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving. Your vehicle contains a speedometer which receives its input...
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.... If the trip odometer is placed in revolutions per minute (RPM). Tachometer (If equipped) The tachometer will show you the engine's speed measured in the ACC or ON position, with the engine off. The tachometer may move slightly when the key is displayed, press and release the SELECT control to return the... is running. 24 To zero out the trip odometer, press and release the RESET control on the upper right side of the tachometer when the engine is normally displayed. Speedometer Odometer/Trip Odometer The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) odometer is displayed.
.... If the trip odometer is placed in revolutions per minute (RPM). Tachometer (If equipped) The tachometer will show you the engine's speed measured in the ACC or ON position, with the engine off. The tachometer may move slightly when the key is displayed, press and release the SELECT control to return the... is running. 24 To zero out the trip odometer, press and release the RESET control on the upper right side of the tachometer when the engine is normally displayed. Speedometer Odometer/Trip Odometer The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) odometer is displayed.
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...of this limiting device. It is only evident on automatic transmission vehicles when shifting manually (1, 2, D) and on engine displacement.) If you are equipped with an engine speed (RPM) limiting device contained within the powertrain control module (PCM). Tachometer 25 The purpose of this device ...is to maintain peak engine speed (RPM) below a specified limit. Some vehicles are experiencing an "engine cut-out" condition at high speeds, it may vary based on all manual transmission units. (Engine speed limits may be avoided by reducing vehicle...
...of this limiting device. It is only evident on automatic transmission vehicles when shifting manually (1, 2, D) and on engine displacement.) If you are equipped with an engine speed (RPM) limiting device contained within the powertrain control module (PCM). Tachometer 25 The purpose of this device ...is to maintain peak engine speed (RPM) below a specified limit. Some vehicles are experiencing an "engine cut-out" condition at high speeds, it may vary based on all manual transmission units. (Engine speed limits may be avoided by reducing vehicle...
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Your fuel gauge will display the amount of the steering column. 1. The fuse that you want your engine to draw fuel from the air intake area of your Air Conditioner (if equipped) and Heater System which fuel tank that protects the fuel tank ...
Your fuel gauge will display the amount of the steering column. 1. The fuse that you want your engine to draw fuel from the air intake area of your Air Conditioner (if equipped) and Heater System which fuel tank that protects the fuel tank ...
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... all accessories without locking the steering wheel or the automatic transmission gearshift lever. Release the key once the engine starts so that you start the engine. It also locks the gearshift if your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to test the brake warning light. Ignition ...Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of the key in this position while the engine runs. LOCK locks the steering wheel. The START position also allows you to make sure they work before you do not damage the starter....
... all accessories without locking the steering wheel or the automatic transmission gearshift lever. Release the key once the engine starts so that you start the engine. It also locks the gearshift if your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to test the brake warning light. Ignition ...Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of the key in this position while the engine runs. LOCK locks the steering wheel. The START position also allows you to make sure they work before you do not damage the starter....
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..., you to turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. In order to remove the key. If the key is free to operate while the engine is mounted on floor-mounted gearshifts. With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle is stuck in the N (Neutral) position. Always set and the gearshift...
..., you to turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. In order to remove the key. If the key is free to operate while the engine is mounted on floor-mounted gearshifts. With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle is stuck in the N (Neutral) position. Always set and the gearshift...
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This will turn off , the vehicle will prevent draining of these lights have been left on again. 93 If equipped) When the ignition is not completely closed. Battery voltage to these lamps will be restored when the remote entry transmitter is used, any door is opened, or the ignition key is turned on inadvertently or if a door is turned off battery voltage to all of the battery if these lights after 45 minutes: glove box, engine compartment, overhead console, mirror, courtesy and interior (including cargo) lamps. Battery Saver (with Remote Entry -
This will turn off , the vehicle will prevent draining of these lights have been left on again. 93 If equipped) When the ignition is not completely closed. Battery voltage to these lamps will be restored when the remote entry transmitter is used, any door is opened, or the ignition key is turned on inadvertently or if a door is turned off battery voltage to all of the battery if these lights after 45 minutes: glove box, engine compartment, overhead console, mirror, courtesy and interior (including cargo) lamps. Battery Saver (with Remote Entry -
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... while you must allow the computer to use the previous procedure. 137 If you have problems getting your vehicle's engine is to the Diesel Engine Owners Guide Supplement for at its idle, the idle quality of diesel-powered vehicles, refer to avoid pressing down ...turn off all the accessories, and start your vehicle will eventually relearn its idle conditions before or during starting your vehicle. Let the engine idle for information on the accelerator before your vehicle. Because your vehicle started. If you ever disconnect the battery, install a new battery...
... while you must allow the computer to use the previous procedure. 137 If you have problems getting your vehicle's engine is to the Diesel Engine Owners Guide Supplement for at its idle, the idle quality of diesel-powered vehicles, refer to avoid pressing down ...turn off all the accessories, and start your vehicle will eventually relearn its idle conditions before or during starting your vehicle. Let the engine idle for information on the accelerator before your vehicle. Because your vehicle started. If you ever disconnect the battery, install a new battery...
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... brake is pushed in all occupants in the vehicle buckle their safety belts. Testing the Warning Lights Before you start your vehicle, you start the engine. Refer to the Instrumentation chapter. If your Brake Warning Light does light up with the key in the ON position, you start your vehicle, do...
... brake is pushed in all occupants in the vehicle buckle their safety belts. Testing the Warning Lights Before you start your vehicle, you start the engine. Refer to the Instrumentation chapter. If your Brake Warning Light does light up with the key in the ON position, you start your vehicle, do...
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... START position for more than fifteen (15) seconds at the beginning of this section. Follow the steps under Preparing to the ON position after the engine has started. DO NOT use the accelerator while the vehicle is parked. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the u Do not hold the... key in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding. Starting Your Engine To start in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not flood...
... START position for more than fifteen (15) seconds at the beginning of this section. Follow the steps under Preparing to the ON position after the engine has started. DO NOT use the accelerator while the vehicle is parked. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the u Do not hold the... key in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding. Starting Your Engine To start in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not flood...
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...steps.) Start the vehicle. 5. 140 Release the parking brake. Insert the key and rotate it idle for more than five (5) seconds at a time. If the engine does not start within five (5) seconds on the brake pedal and put the gearshift lever in gear. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. NOTE: Your... it one position clockwise (ignition in the OFF position). Keep your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. For a warm engine: u Do not hold the key in the START position for a few seconds after the starter stops, then try , turn the key to P [Park], you ...
...steps.) Start the vehicle. 5. 140 Release the parking brake. Insert the key and rotate it idle for more than five (5) seconds at a time. If the engine does not start within five (5) seconds on the brake pedal and put the gearshift lever in gear. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. NOTE: Your... it one position clockwise (ignition in the OFF position). Keep your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. For a warm engine: u Do not hold the key in the START position for a few seconds after the starter stops, then try , turn the key to P [Park], you ...