Diesel Maintenance Tips Customer Letter 1st Printing
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... miles (12,000 km) or 300 hours of the Ford Power Stroke® diesel engine. subsequent changes every 45,000 miles or 1800 hours Check every 15,000 miles or 600 hours Coolant Strength Check every 15,000 miles or 600 hours 3 Check * Special = Operating Conditions like Extensive Towing, Long Idle...used during any applicable Extended Service Plan (ESP/ESC) contract coverage. Take Care of Your Coolant The coolant concentration should be refilled at 105,000 miles or 72 months; Do not add Supplemental Coolant Additive if flush & refill is to be the root cause of the "Wait to meet ...
... miles (12,000 km) or 300 hours of the Ford Power Stroke® diesel engine. subsequent changes every 45,000 miles or 1800 hours Check every 15,000 miles or 600 hours Coolant Strength Check every 15,000 miles or 600 hours 3 Check * Special = Operating Conditions like Extensive Towing, Long Idle...used during any applicable Extended Service Plan (ESP/ESC) contract coverage. Take Care of Your Coolant The coolant concentration should be refilled at 105,000 miles or 72 months; Do not add Supplemental Coolant Additive if flush & refill is to be the root cause of the "Wait to meet ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...The concentration, additive strength and level of coolant should be maintained at 50%. If the level is below the MIN mark, add engine coolant immediately see through the windshield. 47 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The coolant concentration should be checked at the recommended... you can burn you spill coolant on hot engine parts. If either reservoir is hot. Ford does not recommend the use engine coolant/antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of hydrometers or coolant test strips for the location of coolant in your dealer. See Identifying ...
...The concentration, additive strength and level of coolant should be maintained at 50%. If the level is below the MIN mark, add engine coolant immediately see through the windshield. 47 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The coolant concentration should be checked at the recommended... you can burn you spill coolant on hot engine parts. If either reservoir is hot. Ford does not recommend the use engine coolant/antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of hydrometers or coolant test strips for the location of coolant in your dealer. See Identifying ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...8226; It may be necessary to have a Ford authorized dealer decrease the coolant concentration to 40%. • A coolant concentration of 40% will provide improved overheat protection. If needed, add prediluted engine coolant to bring the coolant to the proper level. Vehicles driven year-... 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your community's regulations and standards for optimum cooling system and engine protection. The optional information display, if equipped, will also display the message CHECK COOLANT ADDITIVE ...
...8226; It may be necessary to have a Ford authorized dealer decrease the coolant concentration to 40%. • A coolant concentration of 40% will provide improved overheat protection. If needed, add prediluted engine coolant to bring the coolant to the proper level. Vehicles driven year-... 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your community's regulations and standards for optimum cooling system and engine protection. The optional information display, if equipped, will also display the message CHECK COOLANT ADDITIVE ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... or 50,000 miles (80,000 km), or as indicated from the coolant tests for concentration (freeze-point) or additive strength (corrosion inhibitor) Use engine coolant specified in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities table in this chapter Initial change Check Every Month Engine air filter restriction gauge Fuel filter/water separator; Scheduled Maintenance... tail pipe to Special operating conditions later in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Refer to make sure they are functional and clear of debris 74 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... or 50,000 miles (80,000 km), or as indicated from the coolant tests for concentration (freeze-point) or additive strength (corrosion inhibitor) Use engine coolant specified in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities table in this chapter Initial change Check Every Month Engine air filter restriction gauge Fuel filter/water separator; Scheduled Maintenance... tail pipe to Special operating conditions later in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Refer to make sure they are functional and clear of debris 74 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... ...67 jumping a disabled battery ...17 Biodiesel ...22 Break-in period ...3 C Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...18-19 Cold weather operation ...9, 11 Coolant ...5, 47, 68 checking and adding ...47 refill capacities ...68 Coolant additive ...68 Coolant change ...47, 52, 68 Cooler ...5 D Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) ...17, 26 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) ...57-58, 62 Drivebelt ...70... ...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 USA (fus)
... ...67 jumping a disabled battery ...17 Biodiesel ...22 Break-in period ...3 C Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...18-19 Cold weather operation ...9, 11 Coolant ...5, 47, 68 checking and adding ...47 refill capacities ...68 Coolant additive ...68 Coolant change ...47, 52, 68 Cooler ...5 D Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) ...17, 26 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) ...57-58, 62 Drivebelt ...70... ...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 USA (fus)
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... is NORMAL. Contact your diesel supplement for more information. The transport mode is used to disable certain vehicle functions to transport mode. CHECK COOLANT ADDITIVE (diesel engine only) - If the warning stays on or continues to your authorized dealer as soon as possible. SERVICE ADVANCETRAC (if...the exhaust temperature in the message center, do not park near flammable materials, vapors or structures until filter cleaning is complete. 49 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Indicates the brake fluid level is driven more information....
... is NORMAL. Contact your diesel supplement for more information. The transport mode is used to disable certain vehicle functions to transport mode. CHECK COOLANT ADDITIVE (diesel engine only) - If the warning stays on or continues to your authorized dealer as soon as possible. SERVICE ADVANCETRAC (if...the exhaust temperature in the message center, do not park near flammable materials, vapors or structures until filter cleaning is complete. 49 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Indicates the brake fluid level is driven more information....
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...coolant to bring the coolant level to the engine coolant reservoir. Your cooling system may take several drains and additions to add engine coolant: 1. Tighten the cap in order to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 382 2012... the coolant pressure relief cap counterclockwise until the coolant is visible and the radiator is almost full. 9. See Checking the engine coolant in the coolant reservoir. If you drive the vehicle, check the coolant level in this chapter. Add prediluted engine coolant to the...
...coolant to bring the coolant level to the engine coolant reservoir. Your cooling system may take several drains and additions to add engine coolant: 1. Tighten the cap in order to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 382 2012... the coolant pressure relief cap counterclockwise until the coolant is visible and the radiator is almost full. 9. See Checking the engine coolant in the coolant reservoir. If you drive the vehicle, check the coolant level in this chapter. Add prediluted engine coolant to the...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... engine and continue on. 5. After several minutes, if this chapter for it stops before checking the coolant level. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is venting vapor or if you or others. 386 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) For diesel... engine information, refer to fail-safe cooling for additional information. If the fuel filler cap is ...
... engine and continue on. 5. After several minutes, if this chapter for it stops before checking the coolant level. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is venting vapor or if you or others. 386 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) For diesel... engine information, refer to fail-safe cooling for additional information. If the fuel filler cap is ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... oil and solvents. Keep connections clean. • If storing your foot on the additive label. The vehicle should be changed prior to prevent fading. • Keep all rubber parts free from storage, check coolant fluid level. Note: If battery cables are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is... running. Add a quality gas stabilizer product to reset memory features. 408 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA ...
... oil and solvents. Keep connections clean. • If storing your foot on the additive label. The vehicle should be changed prior to prevent fading. • Keep all rubber parts free from storage, check coolant fluid level. Note: If battery cables are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is... running. Add a quality gas stabilizer product to reset memory features. 408 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... WSB-M8B16-A2 /- (Canada) 1 Add 8 oz. (236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for the correct dipstick type. Refer to your vehicle. 3 ...has been submerged in water. 2 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your scheduled maintenance information to Checking automatic transmission fluid in this chapter for the ...requirements of limited slip Ford axles. Fill to the proper capacity according to Checking automatic transmission fluid in -tank cooler. Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2012 F-250/350/450...
... WSB-M8B16-A2 /- (Canada) 1 Add 8 oz. (236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for the correct dipstick type. Refer to your vehicle. 3 ...has been submerged in water. 2 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your scheduled maintenance information to Checking automatic transmission fluid in this chapter for the ...requirements of limited slip Ford axles. Fill to the proper capacity according to Checking automatic transmission fluid in -tank cooler. Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2012 F-250/350/450...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...need ...353 Ordering additional owner's literature ...359 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...357 D Daytime running lamps (see Speed control) ...110 Customer Assistance ...319 Ford accessories for your...adjustment ...27 Console ...100 overhead ...100 Controls power seat ...159 steering column ...112 Coolant ...379 checking and adding ...379 refill capacities ...383, 411 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...89...2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Index LATCH ...206 recommendations ...197 Child safety seats booster seats ...212 Cleaning your vehicle ...369 Ford...
...need ...353 Ordering additional owner's literature ...359 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...357 D Daytime running lamps (see Speed control) ...110 Customer Assistance ...319 Ford accessories for your...adjustment ...27 Console ...100 overhead ...100 Controls power seat ...159 steering column ...112 Coolant ...379 checking and adding ...379 refill capacities ...383, 411 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...89...2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Index LATCH ...206 recommendations ...197 Child safety seats booster seats ...212 Cleaning your vehicle ...369 Ford...
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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... mirrors (if equipped) To activate, press control panel. Check or switch your fuel source if you to activate the panic...applications on this could cause vehicle speed limitations and/or result in addition to traffic reports, sports scores and business searches. Navigation system ...ford.ca Convenience Heated outside the vehicle. Ensure that illuminates a low tire pressure warning light when one month. For more of injury to leave, insert the key into the ignition and turn lamps will Coolant Your Super Duty uses Motorcraft® Specialty Orange Engine Coolant...
... mirrors (if equipped) To activate, press control panel. Check or switch your fuel source if you to activate the panic...applications on this could cause vehicle speed limitations and/or result in addition to traffic reports, sports scores and business searches. Navigation system ...ford.ca Convenience Heated outside the vehicle. Ensure that illuminates a low tire pressure warning light when one month. For more of injury to leave, insert the key into the ignition and turn lamps will Coolant Your Super Duty uses Motorcraft® Specialty Orange Engine Coolant...