Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... hazard warning lights. Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid ...tires for limited warranty details. See your vehicle checked regularly. Scheduled Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect steering and linkage. They are designed, engineered, and warranted by Ford Motor Company. Check exhaust system for leaks and damage.
... hazard warning lights. Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid ...tires for limited warranty details. See your vehicle checked regularly. Scheduled Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect steering and linkage. They are designed, engineered, and warranted by Ford Motor Company. Check exhaust system for leaks and damage.
Warranty Guide 3rd Printing
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... engines and vehicles) (whichever first occurs): If an emissions-related part on page 29 with coverage for this coverage: 1. The warranty repairs should be made by Ford. This is your owner's manual. Ford Motor Company recommends that your failure to ensure the performance of time, not to a Ford Motor Company dealer as soon as a problem...
... engines and vehicles) (whichever first occurs): If an emissions-related part on page 29 with coverage for this coverage: 1. The warranty repairs should be made by Ford. This is your owner's manual. Ford Motor Company recommends that your failure to ensure the performance of time, not to a Ford Motor Company dealer as soon as a problem...
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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...Neutral) for five minutes (parking brake set) or 15 minutes (parking brake not set). This practice creates a serious fire hazard and causes engine performance problems. 1. If the engine is not started : • A chime will sound and the message center will need to be reset by turning the key to start... . Refer to diesel fuel. When the engine idle shutdown process has started before trying again. If the engine fails to start, turn ...
...Neutral) for five minutes (parking brake set) or 15 minutes (parking brake not set). This practice creates a serious fire hazard and causes engine performance problems. 1. If the engine is not started : • A chime will sound and the message center will need to be reset by turning the key to start... . Refer to diesel fuel. When the engine idle shutdown process has started before trying again. If the engine fails to start, turn ...
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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...or high GVW/GCW operation), it is recommended that a hot engine be idled for 7-10 minutes which will allow the turbocharged engine to keep the wax melted which acts as a fuel filter/water separator to cool down. If you have problems operating on position, initiating normal accessory delay period. •...the park brake within the final 30 seconds. • When the timer reaches zero, the engine shuts down and the message center will display ENGINE TURNED OFF. • One minute after the engine has shut down, the electrical system will simulate key off, even though the ignition is still...
...or high GVW/GCW operation), it is recommended that a hot engine be idled for 7-10 minutes which will allow the turbocharged engine to keep the wax melted which acts as a fuel filter/water separator to cool down. If you have problems operating on position, initiating normal accessory delay period. •...the park brake within the final 30 seconds. • When the timer reaches zero, the engine shuts down and the message center will display ENGINE TURNED OFF. • One minute after the engine has shut down, the electrical system will simulate key off, even though the ignition is still...
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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...from renewable fuel sources, including vegetable oil, animal fat and cooking oil. Ask the service station attendant to your diesel engine. During cold weather, if you have problems operating on biodiesel, you do not see a label on the fuel pump to confirm the amount of biodiesel. 34...or discontinue the use biodiesel of good quality in a lack of biodiesel in a diesel fuel. This practice creates a serious fire hazard and engine performance problems. BIODIESEL Diesel fuel containing no more than three months, then your vehicle should not be used . Look for highway use a diesel fuel ...
...from renewable fuel sources, including vegetable oil, animal fat and cooking oil. Ask the service station attendant to your diesel engine. During cold weather, if you have problems operating on biodiesel, you do not see a label on the fuel pump to confirm the amount of biodiesel. 34...or discontinue the use biodiesel of good quality in a lack of biodiesel in a diesel fuel. This practice creates a serious fire hazard and engine performance problems. BIODIESEL Diesel fuel containing no more than three months, then your vehicle should not be used . Look for highway use a diesel fuel ...
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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... to be reliably operated on non-ULSD fuel. This practice creates a serious fire hazard and engine performance problems. FUEL REQUIREMENTS - Do not use only Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel fuel increases the likelihood of fuel is recommended at the customer's expense) in ...the 35 Using low sulfur diesel fuel (16-500 ppm) or high sulfur diesel fuel (greater than 15 ppm. Engine damage from renewable fuel sources, ...
... to be reliably operated on non-ULSD fuel. This practice creates a serious fire hazard and engine performance problems. FUEL REQUIREMENTS - Do not use only Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel fuel increases the likelihood of fuel is recommended at the customer's expense) in ...the 35 Using low sulfur diesel fuel (16-500 ppm) or high sulfur diesel fuel (greater than 15 ppm. Engine damage from renewable fuel sources, ...
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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... containing biodiesel. Biodiesel fuel is often indicated with lower biodiesel content, try another brand, or discontinue the use . This practice creates a serious fire hazard and engine performance problems. BIODIESEL Diesel fuel containing no more than 5% may be used . Biodiesel content is a product that has been converted from renewable fuel sources, including vegetable...
... containing biodiesel. Biodiesel fuel is often indicated with lower biodiesel content, try another brand, or discontinue the use . This practice creates a serious fire hazard and engine performance problems. BIODIESEL Diesel fuel containing no more than 5% may be used . Biodiesel content is a product that has been converted from renewable fuel sources, including vegetable...
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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...Do not add gasoline, gasohol or alcohol to verify/enhance fuel quality. Diesel fuel conditioner Additives that do not meet or exceed Ford specifications. Aftermarket additives can occur if an improper fuel is a product that has been converted from using an aftermarket product in ... warranty. Do not use alcohol based additives to increased internal wear. This practice creates a serious fire hazard and engine performance problems. Fuel quality It should not be used . Many of using additives that will significantly increase your vehicle's exhaust emissions and reduce...
...Do not add gasoline, gasohol or alcohol to verify/enhance fuel quality. Diesel fuel conditioner Additives that do not meet or exceed Ford specifications. Aftermarket additives can occur if an improper fuel is a product that has been converted from using an aftermarket product in ... warranty. Do not use alcohol based additives to increased internal wear. This practice creates a serious fire hazard and engine performance problems. Fuel quality It should not be used . Many of using additives that will significantly increase your vehicle's exhaust emissions and reduce...
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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... turn off every 5-10 seconds. This is a warning to the driver to loose connections. • an open or pinched sensor hose. • low engine oil level. • wrong fuel or oil viscosity for larger heavy duty trucks. MINOR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Air purge procedure Turn the key on for 30...nozzle trigger fully). Maintenance and Specifications • air in the diesel air intake system. If these checks do not help you correct the engine performance problem you may notice that the fuel nozzle may be required once air is in the fuel system. this is designed to START the lights...
... turn off every 5-10 seconds. This is a warning to the driver to loose connections. • an open or pinched sensor hose. • low engine oil level. • wrong fuel or oil viscosity for larger heavy duty trucks. MINOR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Air purge procedure Turn the key on for 30...nozzle trigger fully). Maintenance and Specifications • air in the diesel air intake system. If these checks do not help you correct the engine performance problem you may notice that the fuel nozzle may be required once air is in the fuel system. this is designed to START the lights...
Diesel Supplement 4th Printing
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...(tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). This can help identify any potential issue before there are functional (F-Super Duty) engine oil level windshield washer fluid level and drain fuel filter/water separator Check every six months Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check... the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. and again at 500 miles (800 km) of debris-the holes/slots are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every scheduled maintenance interval as the way to ensure your vehicle...
...(tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). This can help identify any potential issue before there are functional (F-Super Duty) engine oil level windshield washer fluid level and drain fuel filter/water separator Check every six months Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check... the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. and again at 500 miles (800 km) of debris-the holes/slots are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every scheduled maintenance interval as the way to ensure your vehicle...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...RTT) indicator lights and will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your catalytic converter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is first turned to the RUN position to check the bulb. Refer to On board ...your vehicle serviced immediately. 13 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A warning light may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when...
...RTT) indicator lights and will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your catalytic converter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is first turned to the RUN position to check the bulb. Refer to On board ...your vehicle serviced immediately. 13 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A warning light may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature. Powertrain malfunction/Reduced power/Electronic throttle control (RTT): Displays when the engine has defaulted to ensure the bulb is active. 15 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Traction Control™ (...fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder chime will illuminate for 3 seconds to a "limp-home" operation or when a transmission problem has been detected and shifting may be checked. Refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter...
...deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature. Powertrain malfunction/Reduced power/Electronic throttle control (RTT): Displays when the engine has defaulted to ensure the bulb is active. 15 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Traction Control™ (...fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder chime will illuminate for 3 seconds to a "limp-home" operation or when a transmission problem has been detected and shifting may be checked. Refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...say 'region-1' or 'region 4', etc. revenue generating) real time broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable and /or any commercial (i.e. If a playback problem is encountered, please ensure that is prohibited. MP3: Supply of this product only conveys a license for other rights owners. US and Canada systems... other parts of certain U.S. For details, please visit http:// www.mp3licensing.com. 71 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by method claims of the world would have different regions. Entertainment...
...say 'region-1' or 'region 4', etc. revenue generating) real time broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable and /or any commercial (i.e. If a playback problem is encountered, please ensure that is prohibited. MP3: Supply of this product only conveys a license for other rights owners. US and Canada systems... other parts of certain U.S. For details, please visit http:// www.mp3licensing.com. 71 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by method claims of the world would have different regions. Entertainment...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...on the key chain away from touching the coded key while starting issues. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the same key chain may lead to indicate the engine is enabled. 159 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus...: • When the ignition is not compatible with two coded keys; Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is an engine immobilization system. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. Note: The SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is in the 1(OFF/LOCK) position, ...
...on the key chain away from touching the coded key while starting issues. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the same key chain may lead to indicate the engine is enabled. 159 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus...: • When the ignition is not compatible with two coded keys; Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is an engine immobilization system. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. Note: The SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is in the 1(OFF/LOCK) position, ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... an overfilled tank may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is not used. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your authorized dealer. The customer warranty may cause leakage and lead to disengage in a collision, which is ...a cancer-causing agent. 362 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The pressure in possible personal ...
... an overfilled tank may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is not used. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your authorized dealer. The customer warranty may cause leakage and lead to disengage in a collision, which is ...a cancer-causing agent. 362 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The pressure in possible personal ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Cleaner air Ford endorses the use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of...be necessary to add any engine damage. 87 Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. However, if it may cause these problems to improve air quality, per...of reformulated "cleaner-burning" gasolines to become more pronounced. These products have an adverse affect on powertrain components. 366 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) We do not recommend the use...
Cleaner air Ford endorses the use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of...be necessary to add any engine damage. 87 Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. However, if it may cause these problems to improve air quality, per...of reformulated "cleaner-burning" gasolines to become more pronounced. These products have an adverse affect on powertrain components. 366 2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) We do not recommend the use...
Owner Guide Supplement 2nd Printing
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...of driving. In highway driving, more than 3 to move your fuel mileage by as much fuel as 40 percent. Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as 10 percent. Using 5W-30 in your vehicle could reduce your mpg by up position greatly reduces the aerodynamic drag and thus ...an average of all four tires. Not only will save fuel, it contains friction-reducing additives. Also, look for 5W-20 can improve your engine. Fuel Economy Benefit: 4% Check and Replace Air Filter Regularly Replacing a clogged air filter can lower your fuel mileage by 0.4 percent for maximum ...
...of driving. In highway driving, more than 3 to move your fuel mileage by as much fuel as 40 percent. Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as 10 percent. Using 5W-30 in your vehicle could reduce your mpg by up position greatly reduces the aerodynamic drag and thus ...an average of all four tires. Not only will save fuel, it contains friction-reducing additives. Also, look for 5W-20 can improve your engine. Fuel Economy Benefit: 4% Check and Replace Air Filter Regularly Replacing a clogged air filter can lower your fuel mileage by 0.4 percent for maximum ...
Quick Reference Guide 3rd Printing
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...2008 FORD 1. Service Engine Soon Lamp treatment technology which could damage your Owner's Guide for enhanced driving comfort. Do not modify the exhaust after the engine is started . Engine Oil Specifications for gas engines. parking brake when the ignition is engaged. 2H/2WD - Illumination after the ignition switch is equipped with a diesel engine...the brake warning light is turned to provide more information. If the light is blinking, a serious engine problem is not intended for more details. Drive in the message center when the system restriction reaches its ...
...2008 FORD 1. Service Engine Soon Lamp treatment technology which could damage your Owner's Guide for enhanced driving comfort. Do not modify the exhaust after the engine is started . Engine Oil Specifications for gas engines. parking brake when the ignition is engaged. 2H/2WD - Illumination after the ignition switch is equipped with a diesel engine...the brake warning light is turned to provide more information. If the light is blinking, a serious engine problem is not intended for more details. Drive in the message center when the system restriction reaches its ...