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... is equipped for racing. 6 You may not be caused, the loss of your transportation or use your vehicle for any other representative capacity. These implied warranties are not responsible for any time or income that you lose, any inconvenience you use of your vehicle, the cost... of rental vehicles, fuel, telephone, travel, meals, or lodging, the loss of personal or commercial property, the loss of revenue, or for business or commercial purposes. Ford shall not be suitable for any other incidental or consequential damages you ...
... is equipped for racing. 6 You may not be caused, the loss of your transportation or use your vehicle for any other representative capacity. These implied warranties are not responsible for any time or income that you lose, any inconvenience you use of your vehicle, the cost... of rental vehicles, fuel, telephone, travel, meals, or lodging, the loss of personal or commercial property, the loss of revenue, or for business or commercial purposes. Ford shall not be suitable for any other incidental or consequential damages you ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...proper anti-gel & performance improver product as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in and remove any snow or ice. DEF must be clogged. To avoid engine fuel starvation during cold weather operation of this occurs, the engine may result in the ... filter is equipped with lower biodiesel content, try another brand, or discontinue using biodiesel. When filling the vehicle's DEF tank in 11 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Your vehicle is installed correctly in cold weather, special care must be allowed to ...
...proper anti-gel & performance improver product as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in and remove any snow or ice. DEF must be clogged. To avoid engine fuel starvation during cold weather operation of this occurs, the engine may result in the ... filter is equipped with lower biodiesel content, try another brand, or discontinue using biodiesel. When filling the vehicle's DEF tank in 11 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Your vehicle is installed correctly in cold weather, special care must be allowed to ...
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... an aftermarket product in Ford vehicles). 24 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The customer warranty may be void from using additives that meets the World-wide Fuel Charter. Use Motorcraft or an equivalent anti-gel & performance improver as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter...
... an aftermarket product in Ford vehicles). 24 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The customer warranty may be void from using additives that meets the World-wide Fuel Charter. Use Motorcraft or an equivalent anti-gel & performance improver as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter...
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...) or using a DEF bottle with a blue-capped filler port located next to refill the tank as its purity is no longer guaranteed. 31 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) See the Customer Assistance chapter in finding a retailer that sells DEF. In addition, there is a ... product specifications and capacities in the fuel tank. Look for repair work, etc., the same DEF must not be spill proof and will stop the flow of DEF is important to the tank. Motorcraft DEF bottles are recommended as Motorcraft DEF or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M99C130-A...
...) or using a DEF bottle with a blue-capped filler port located next to refill the tank as its purity is no longer guaranteed. 31 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) See the Customer Assistance chapter in finding a retailer that sells DEF. In addition, there is a ... product specifications and capacities in the fuel tank. Look for repair work, etc., the same DEF must not be spill proof and will stop the flow of DEF is important to the tank. Motorcraft DEF bottles are recommended as Motorcraft DEF or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M99C130-A...
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.... 40 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) This may be changed regardless of the maintenance schedule interval. • If replacement of the fuel filter does not remedy the low fuel pressure message during normal operation as listed in Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in...center. If the message reappears after the initial cold start or cold operation (below . If the message center displays: LOW FUEL PRESSURE the following explains why and what to do not meet or exceed Ford specifications. Do not use alcohol based additives to 10 minutes after...
.... 40 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) This may be changed regardless of the maintenance schedule interval. • If replacement of the fuel filter does not remedy the low fuel pressure message during normal operation as listed in Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in...center. If the message reappears after the initial cold start or cold operation (below . If the message center displays: LOW FUEL PRESSURE the following explains why and what to do not meet or exceed Ford specifications. Do not use alcohol based additives to 10 minutes after...
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... maximum line as depicted by adding oil as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter or API service categories CJ-4 or CJ-4/SM. Engine oil ...because they are used in your engine oil level each time you expect to encounter for fuel. The use highest level (reading) for satisfactory operation. For normal or severe service, use...oil level Because it is normal to Ford specifications as required. To check the engine oil level consistently and accurately, the following SAE viscosity grade chart. 44 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing...
... maximum line as depicted by adding oil as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter or API service categories CJ-4 or CJ-4/SM. Engine oil ...because they are used in your engine oil level each time you expect to encounter for fuel. The use highest level (reading) for satisfactory operation. For normal or severe service, use...oil level Because it is normal to Ford specifications as required. To check the engine oil level consistently and accurately, the following SAE viscosity grade chart. 44 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing...
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... driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (maximum loaded weight for which engine operation with soap and water. For the proper capacity, see Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 5. See Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for the oil to drain. Replace the filter.... Engine lubrication for severe service operation The following conditions define severe operation for vehicle operation) • use of high-sulfur diesel fuel 46 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Unscrew the oil filter and oil pan drain plug and wait for more ...
... driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (maximum loaded weight for which engine operation with soap and water. For the proper capacity, see Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 5. See Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for the oil to drain. Replace the filter.... Engine lubrication for severe service operation The following conditions define severe operation for vehicle operation) • use of high-sulfur diesel fuel 46 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Unscrew the oil filter and oil pan drain plug and wait for more ...
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... cab) (142.0L) Fuel tank - Dual tanks and 28 gallon (106.0L) Automatic transmission fluid Motorcraft Anti-Gel & Performance Improver 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Motorcraft Cetane Booster & Performance Improver Ford part number / Ford specification or specification PM-22...(Canada) / - Using any other coolant may result in vehicle damage. 69 Chassis cab 28 gallons (106.0L) (midship) Fuel tank - Chassis cab 40 gallons (151.4L) (aft of axle) 40 gallon (151.4L) Fuel tank - Item Capacity Ford part name Cetane Booster & Performance Improver -
... cab) (142.0L) Fuel tank - Dual tanks and 28 gallon (106.0L) Automatic transmission fluid Motorcraft Anti-Gel & Performance Improver 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Motorcraft Cetane Booster & Performance Improver Ford part number / Ford specification or specification PM-22...(Canada) / - Using any other coolant may result in vehicle damage. 69 Chassis cab 28 gallons (106.0L) (midship) Fuel tank - Chassis cab 40 gallons (151.4L) (aft of axle) 40 gallon (151.4L) Fuel tank - Item Capacity Ford part name Cetane Booster & Performance Improver -
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...operating Refer to Special operating conditions later in conditions this chapter Normal schedule Maximum Fuel Filter Change Interval Normal schedule 22,500 miles (36,000 km) or as ...strength (corrosion inhibitor) After initial change Check Every Month Engine air filter restriction gauge Fuel filter/water separator; drain if necessary (or if indicated by the message center (... strength (corrosion inhibitor) Use engine coolant specified in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities table in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Refer to Special operating conditions later in...
...operating Refer to Special operating conditions later in conditions this chapter Normal schedule Maximum Fuel Filter Change Interval Normal schedule 22,500 miles (36,000 km) or as ...strength (corrosion inhibitor) After initial change Check Every Month Engine air filter restriction gauge Fuel filter/water separator; drain if necessary (or if indicated by the message center (... strength (corrosion inhibitor) Use engine coolant specified in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities table in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Refer to Special operating conditions later in...
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... ...44 filter, specifications ...67 refill capacities ...68 specifications ...44, 68 Exhaust brake ...14 Exhaust filter ...57-58 Exhaust Fluid ...26 Exhaust system ...26, 57, 62 F Fan, Engine Cooling ...8 Filter fuel ...41 Fuel ...14, 21 cap ...25 capacity ...68 dual tank selector switch ...14... filling your vehicle with fuel ...25, 65 filter, specifications ...41, 67 fuel pump shut-off switch ...16 Fuel pump shut-off switch ...16 93 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing...
... ...44 filter, specifications ...67 refill capacities ...68 specifications ...44, 68 Exhaust brake ...14 Exhaust filter ...57-58 Exhaust Fluid ...26 Exhaust system ...26, 57, 62 F Fan, Engine Cooling ...8 Filter fuel ...41 Fuel ...14, 21 cap ...25 capacity ...68 dual tank selector switch ...14... filling your vehicle with fuel ...25, 65 filter, specifications ...41, 67 fuel pump shut-off switch ...16 Fuel pump shut-off switch ...16 93 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Table of Contents Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 319 319 320 321 321 331 347 348 351 ... Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Engine coolant check Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 361 370 371 375 377 379 379 386 405 410 411 415 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan 419 421 3 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA...
Table of Contents Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 319 319 320 321 321 331 347 348 351 ... Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Engine coolant check Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 361 370 371 375 377 379 379 386 405 410 411 415 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan 419 421 3 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA...
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...to your diesel supplement for extended idling is not utilized. Refer to full-power operation. 35 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WATER IN FUEL DRAIN FILTER (diesel engine only) - The diesel engine shutdown for more information. Instrument Cluster... (diesel engine only) - DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER (diesel engine only) - Displayed when the water separator has reached a predetermined capacity and needs to where the engine will respond to your diesel supplement for more information. Displayed when the vehicle is ignored, your diesel ...
...to your diesel supplement for extended idling is not utilized. Refer to full-power operation. 35 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WATER IN FUEL DRAIN FILTER (diesel engine only) - The diesel engine shutdown for more information. Instrument Cluster... (diesel engine only) - DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER (diesel engine only) - Displayed when the water separator has reached a predetermined capacity and needs to where the engine will respond to your diesel supplement for more information. Displayed when the vehicle is ignored, your diesel ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. Instrument Cluster WATER IN FUEL DRAIN FILTER SEE MANUAL (if equipped) - Displayed when one or more information. Displayed when... Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. 54 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) TRAIN INNER LEFT ... MONITOR FAULT - Displayed when the water separator has reached a predetermined capacity and needs to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter...
... Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. Instrument Cluster WATER IN FUEL DRAIN FILTER SEE MANUAL (if equipped) - Displayed when one or more information. Displayed when... Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. 54 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) TRAIN INNER LEFT ... MONITOR FAULT - Displayed when the water separator has reached a predetermined capacity and needs to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... They are unnecessary and could lead to the battery terminals. 377 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are always tightly fastened to... after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A. Failure to the appropriate schedule listed in this chapter for more ... dry. Be sure to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in the scheduled maintenance information.
... They are unnecessary and could lead to the battery terminals. 377 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are always tightly fastened to... after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A. Failure to the appropriate schedule listed in this chapter for more ... dry. Be sure to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in the scheduled maintenance information.
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... due to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as a measure of driving (engine break-in miles or kilometers). 393 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus...
... due to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as a measure of driving (engine break-in miles or kilometers). 393 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. • Combine ... every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for high speed driving. 395 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce...
...to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. • Combine ... every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for high speed driving. 395 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... (6.6L) •Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) •Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil (Canada) Refer to the diesel supplement. diesel engine Fuel tank (mid-ship) Fuel tank (plastic) Fuel tank (Aft axle) Fuel tank - Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th...
... (6.6L) •Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) •Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil (Canada) Refer to the diesel supplement. diesel engine Fuel tank (mid-ship) Fuel tank (plastic) Fuel tank (Aft axle) Fuel tank - Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Item Hinges, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks - - - Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 or XL-5 / ESB-M1C93-B Lock cylinders Transmission / parking brake linkages and pivots, brake pedal shift ... LV Automatic transmission fluid (6-speed)3 2.0 quarts (1.9L) Keep fluid level between MIN and MAX on reservoir 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Maintenance and Specifications 413 Motorcraft Premium Long-Life Grease Motorcraft MERCON V ATF Motorcraft...
Item Hinges, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks - - - Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 or XL-5 / ESB-M1C93-B Lock cylinders Transmission / parking brake linkages and pivots, brake pedal shift ... LV Automatic transmission fluid (6-speed)3 2.0 quarts (1.9L) Keep fluid level between MIN and MAX on reservoir 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Maintenance and Specifications 413 Motorcraft Premium Long-Life Grease Motorcraft MERCON V ATF Motorcraft...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for details). Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Ford...can be waived if the axle is 3,000 mile (4,800 km). 440 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)...Traction-Lok rear axles (refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined ...should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water California fuel filter replacement: If the vehicle is 5,000 miles (8,000 km)....
...duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for details). Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Ford...can be waived if the axle is 3,000 mile (4,800 km). 440 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)...Traction-Lok rear axles (refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined ...should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water California fuel filter replacement: If the vehicle is 5,000 miles (8,000 km)....
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...to drive your vehicle ...285 Fuel ...386 calculating fuel economy ...25, 393 cap ...389 capacity ...411 choosing the right fuel ...390 detergent in fuel ...392 filling your vehicle with fuel ...386, 389, 393 filter, specifications ...386 fuel pump shut-off ...321 improving fuel economy ...393 octane rating ......294 Hood ...371 I Ignition ...265, 415 Illuminated visor mirror ...99 running out of fuel ...392 safety information relating to automotive fuels ...386 Fuel - flex fuel vehicle (FFV) ...386, 390-391 Fuses ...321-322 G 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
...to drive your vehicle ...285 Fuel ...386 calculating fuel economy ...25, 393 cap ...389 capacity ...411 choosing the right fuel ...390 detergent in fuel ...392 filling your vehicle with fuel ...386, 389, 393 filter, specifications ...386 fuel pump shut-off ...321 improving fuel economy ...393 octane rating ......294 Hood ...371 I Ignition ...265, 415 Illuminated visor mirror ...99 running out of fuel ...392 safety information relating to automotive fuels ...386 Fuel - flex fuel vehicle (FFV) ...386, 390-391 Fuses ...321-322 G 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)