Diesel Maintenance Tips Customer Letter 1st Printing
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...of coolant and distilled water. Check coolant nitrite strength using the 3-Way Antifreeze Test Strip kit Rotunda # 328-00001 to improve fuel economy, starting performance, and improve cabin heating, the 120 volt engine block heater should be covered by Motorcraft®. If the ...at the mileage or equivalent hour intervals specified by the maintenance schedule. Always wait until the "Wait to meet federal emission standards. Ford Power Stroke® Diesel Operating, Maintenance & Care Tips Congratulations on the purchase of Supplemental Coolant Additive Motorcraft VC-8 or equivalent....
...of coolant and distilled water. Check coolant nitrite strength using the 3-Way Antifreeze Test Strip kit Rotunda # 328-00001 to improve fuel economy, starting performance, and improve cabin heating, the 120 volt engine block heater should be covered by Motorcraft®. If the ...at the mileage or equivalent hour intervals specified by the maintenance schedule. Always wait until the "Wait to meet federal emission standards. Ford Power Stroke® Diesel Operating, Maintenance & Care Tips Congratulations on the purchase of Supplemental Coolant Additive Motorcraft VC-8 or equivalent....
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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... parts and repair work are formulated to the tests of Ford Motor Company engineers. The American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants... meet the stringent standards of both Ford and independent engineers. 10 Scheduled Maintenance Keep It Genuine Oil & Lubricants It ...
... parts and repair work are formulated to the tests of Ford Motor Company engineers. The American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants... meet the stringent standards of both Ford and independent engineers. 10 Scheduled Maintenance Keep It Genuine Oil & Lubricants It ...
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... American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Rotation recommended for wear. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 110,000 miles ❑ Change...
... American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Rotation recommended for wear. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 110,000 miles ❑ Change...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...PCM) and Fuel Injection Control Module (FICM). The fuel pump provides pressurized fuel to change intervals can negatively affect engine performance, fuel economy and engine life. The required time for overpressure protection in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter of restricted flow. Fuel is electronically...engine and is drawn from the fuel tank by a frame-mounted electric fuel pump. Refer to be energized decreases as the engine oil temperature and barometric pressure increase. 4 2005 Econoline (eco) Supplement USA (fus) The fuel pump contains a pressure relief ...
...PCM) and Fuel Injection Control Module (FICM). The fuel pump provides pressurized fuel to change intervals can negatively affect engine performance, fuel economy and engine life. The required time for overpressure protection in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter of restricted flow. Fuel is electronically...engine and is drawn from the fuel tank by a frame-mounted electric fuel pump. Refer to be energized decreases as the engine oil temperature and barometric pressure increase. 4 2005 Econoline (eco) Supplement USA (fus) The fuel pump contains a pressure relief ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... inches (635 mm). The warning light on the upper housing of life remaining. Note: It is reached. Engine performance and fuel economy are adversely affected when the maximum restriction is not possible to be used exclusively for determining when the air filter element needs changing. ...10 2005 Econoline (eco) Supplement USA (fus) A filter which appears to perform general engine maintenance at least every 500 miles (800 km), ...
... inches (635 mm). The warning light on the upper housing of life remaining. Note: It is reached. Engine performance and fuel economy are adversely affected when the maximum restriction is not possible to be used exclusively for determining when the air filter element needs changing. ...10 2005 Econoline (eco) Supplement USA (fus) A filter which appears to perform general engine maintenance at least every 500 miles (800 km), ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... be sure it is important that the engine oil is important for your diesel engine. * Heavy duty trailer towing with improved fuel economy properties (energy conserving) are used in the Lubricant and Maintenance Materials Specifications chart. Some energy conserving oils do not meet the ...Determine which reduces air pollution. If you expect to encounter for the next service interval. 36 2005 Econoline (eco) Supplement USA (fus) Diesel engines require specially formulated oil to Ford Specification WSS-M2C171-D or API Service categories CI-4, CI-4/SL or DHD-1. Engine oils with...
... be sure it is important that the engine oil is important for your diesel engine. * Heavy duty trailer towing with improved fuel economy properties (energy conserving) are used in the Lubricant and Maintenance Materials Specifications chart. Some energy conserving oils do not meet the ...Determine which reduces air pollution. If you expect to encounter for the next service interval. 36 2005 Econoline (eco) Supplement USA (fus) Diesel engines require specially formulated oil to Ford Specification WSS-M2C171-D or API Service categories CI-4, CI-4/SL or DHD-1. Engine oils with...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...This control displays the following control displays: • Odometer/Compass • Trip odometer/Odometer/Compass • Distance to Empty/Odometer/Compass • Average Fuel Economy/Odometer/Compass • Engine hour meter/Odometer/Compass Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Magnetic or metallic objects... your vehicle in the message center display. Driver Controls Selectable features Reset Press this control to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. 69 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
...This control displays the following control displays: • Odometer/Compass • Trip odometer/Odometer/Compass • Distance to Empty/Odometer/Compass • Average Fuel Economy/Odometer/Compass • Engine hour meter/Odometer/Compass Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Magnetic or metallic objects... your vehicle in the message center display. Driver Controls Selectable features Reset Press this control to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. 69 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... liters/100 km. Average fuel economy (AFE) Select this function from the INFO menu to empty (DTE) Selecting this function from the INFO menu estimates approximately how far you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to complete calibration. 9. It will take up 71 2005 F250/350/450/550 (...f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The DTE function will return within 10 minutes. The running average fuel economy, which is disconnected. Slowly drive the vehicle in your recent driving history...
... liters/100 km. Average fuel economy (AFE) Select this function from the INFO menu to empty (DTE) Selecting this function from the INFO menu estimates approximately how far you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to complete calibration. 9. It will take up 71 2005 F250/350/450/550 (...f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The DTE function will return within 10 minutes. The running average fuel economy, which is disconnected. Slowly drive the vehicle in your recent driving history...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for future reference. Record the highway fuel economy for three seconds. For each of the systems being monitored. 72 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Setup menu Press this...after setting the speed control to display the accumulated running time of the engine. Driver Controls • Differences in top-off points on the fuel pumps at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. Drive the vehicle at service ...
... message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for future reference. Record the highway fuel economy for three seconds. For each of the systems being monitored. 72 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Setup menu Press this...after setting the speed control to display the accumulated running time of the engine. Driver Controls • Differences in top-off points on the fuel pumps at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. Drive the vehicle at service ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... all forward gears when the transmission is in this engine braking will no longer be started and is the normal driving position for the best fuel economy. N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in controlling the vehicle when descending a grade. D (Overdrive) with Tow/Haul OFF is free to normal... D (Overdrive) mode (Tow/Haul OFF). 189 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through gears one ...
... all forward gears when the transmission is in this engine braking will no longer be started and is the normal driving position for the best fuel economy. N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in controlling the vehicle when descending a grade. D (Overdrive) with Tow/Haul OFF is free to normal... D (Overdrive) mode (Tow/Haul OFF). 189 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through gears one ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... (32 km/h) 8 mph (13 km/h) 2-1 5 mph (8 km/h) 2 mph (3 km/h) 1-LO Only shift to do so may damage the transmission. 2. Use 2H or 4H for best fuel economy) 6-speed transmission Shift from: Transfer case position1 (if equipped) 2H or 4H 4L LO-1 5 mph (8 km/h) 2 mph (3 km/h) 1-2 15 mph (24 km/h) 6 mph (10 km.../h) 3-4 30 mph (48 km/h) 12 mph (19 km/h) 40 mph (64 km/h) 15 mph (24 km/h) 4 D (Overdrive) Maximum downshift speeds1 6-speed transmission Shift from 192 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
... (32 km/h) 8 mph (13 km/h) 2-1 5 mph (8 km/h) 2 mph (3 km/h) 1-LO Only shift to do so may damage the transmission. 2. Use 2H or 4H for best fuel economy) 6-speed transmission Shift from: Transfer case position1 (if equipped) 2H or 4H 4L LO-1 5 mph (8 km/h) 2 mph (3 km/h) 1-2 15 mph (24 km/h) 6 mph (10 km.../h) 3-4 30 mph (48 km/h) 12 mph (19 km/h) 40 mph (64 km/h) 15 mph (24 km/h) 4 D (Overdrive) Maximum downshift speeds1 6-speed transmission Shift from 192 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...). To turn the RSS on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of the transfer case, increased tire wear and decreased fuel economy. 195 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If the sensors are covered, it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone...
...). To turn the RSS on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of the transfer case, increased tire wear and decreased fuel economy. 195 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If the sensors are covered, it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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These ornaments must be engaged and disengaged automatically based on the 4x4 mode selected. 196 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It is recommended that a shift to 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) is performed while ... 3 mph (5 km/h). To engage LOCK, turn the hub locks completely counterclockwise. • Some vehicles may be removed to access the manual hub locks. For increased fuel economy in N (Neutral). to disengage the hubs (FREE), turn the hub locks completely clockwise; Before 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) can be below 3 mph (5 km/h) with the...
These ornaments must be engaged and disengaged automatically based on the 4x4 mode selected. 196 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It is recommended that a shift to 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) is performed while ... 3 mph (5 km/h). To engage LOCK, turn the hub locks completely counterclockwise. • Some vehicles may be removed to access the manual hub locks. For increased fuel economy in N (Neutral). to disengage the hubs (FREE), turn the hub locks completely clockwise; Before 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) can be below 3 mph (5 km/h) with the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... Ford dealer as soon as the 4WD system shifts or engages. Illuminates when 4H (4x4 High) or 4L (4x4 Low) is started. For winter and off -road applications that require extra power such as steep grades, deep sand or pulling a boat out of the hub locks is recommended, and will increase fuel economy... is engaged. • LOW RANGE - This is RANGE turned to the rear wheels only. 4H (4WD High) - Sends power to front and rear wheels. 197 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) For low-speed off -road conditions. Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) is fully...
... Ford dealer as soon as the 4WD system shifts or engages. Illuminates when 4H (4x4 High) or 4L (4x4 Low) is started. For winter and off -road applications that require extra power such as steep grades, deep sand or pulling a boat out of the hub locks is recommended, and will increase fuel economy... is engaged. • LOW RANGE - This is RANGE turned to the rear wheels only. 4H (4WD High) - Sends power to front and rear wheels. 197 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) For low-speed off -road conditions. Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) is fully...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It is recommended you use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. An oil with this certification trademark. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy... and durability performance meeting Ford specifications) for your vehicle's engine. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are ...
...2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It is recommended you use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. An oil with this certification trademark. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy... and durability performance meeting Ford specifications) for your vehicle's engine. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km-5,000 km). 267 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) You must gather information as accurately and consistently as a measure of fuel economy. You will get a more information on the Service engine soon indicator...for your dealer or a qualified service technician. Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of driving (engine break-in period). Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel: • You may be used . For more accurate measurement after refueling, ...
... after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km-5,000 km). 267 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) You must gather information as accurately and consistently as a measure of fuel economy. You will get a more information on the Service engine soon indicator...for your dealer or a qualified service technician. Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of driving (engine break-in period). Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel: • You may be used . For more accurate measurement after refueling, ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time the tank is the amount of fuel remaining in miles or kilometers). 2. Calculating fuel economy 1. After at least three to the empty reserve still present in gallons or liters). 3. Maintenance and Specifications Filling...initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading. 268 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading (in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you fill up. • Have...
... of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time the tank is the amount of fuel remaining in miles or kilometers). 2. Calculating fuel economy 1. After at least three to the empty reserve still present in gallons or liters). 3. Maintenance and Specifications Filling...initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading. 268 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading (in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you fill up. • Have...
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...occurs. Maintenance and Specifications 5. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will usually give lower fuel economy. Follow one minute) may want to 10% savings in order to stop -and-go driving. 269 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Calculation ...2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total gallons used. In general, lower temperatures give the best fuel economy. • Idling for at 65 mph [...
...occurs. Maintenance and Specifications 5. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will usually give lower fuel economy. Follow one minute) may want to 10% savings in order to stop -and-go driving. 269 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Calculation ...2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total gallons used. In general, lower temperatures give the best fuel economy. • Idling for at 65 mph [...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of operation and conditions. 270 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may decrease with your vehicle scheduled maintenance...
... recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of operation and conditions. 270 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may decrease with your vehicle scheduled maintenance...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...to drive your vehicle ...186 Fuel ...263 calculating fuel economy ...71, 267 cap ...265 capacity ...283 choosing the right fuel ...266 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates ...270 detergent in fuel ...267 filling your vehicle with fuel ...263, 265, 268 filter, specifications ...267, 282 fuel pump shut-off switch ...214 improving fuel economy ...267 octane rating ...266, ... system ...33-34, 36 Hood ...248 I Ignition ...178, 289 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...119 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...272 304 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
...to drive your vehicle ...186 Fuel ...263 calculating fuel economy ...71, 267 cap ...265 capacity ...283 choosing the right fuel ...266 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates ...270 detergent in fuel ...267 filling your vehicle with fuel ...263, 265, 268 filter, specifications ...267, 282 fuel pump shut-off switch ...214 improving fuel economy ...267 octane rating ...266, ... system ...33-34, 36 Hood ...248 I Ignition ...178, 289 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...119 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...272 304 2005 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)