2012 Ford F150 Support Question
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What Kind Of Coolant For 2012 F150
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F-150 Raptor Supplement 1st Printing - Page 29
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Item Capacity Ford part number / Ford Specification
2012 F-150 (f12) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Engine oil (...SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil (Canada) Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant with bittering agent (US) / Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant (Canada) Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE ...
F-150 Raptor Supplement 1st Printing - Page 30
... capacities). Additive Friction Modifier Fuel tank Transmission fluid3 Transfer case lubricant
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2012 F-150 (f12) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Capacity Ford part name... 1.4-1.5L (2.9-3.1 pints) Motorcraft MERCON LV ATF Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid Add the coolant type originally equipped in water. 3 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is not mandatory....
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 3
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Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities... time without our written permission. Errors and omissions excepted. © Ford Motor Company 2011
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2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) In the interest of continuous development...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 5
...towing a trailer. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 5
2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Try not to Trailer towing in vehicles ...symbol. Drive your new vehicle at the same speed for service or vehicle end of any kind. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to drive continuously at least 1,000...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 11
... Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery
Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas
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Low Tire Pressure Warning
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 15
... Illuminates when the battery is high. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.
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2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) ... system. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Instrument Cluster
Airbag readiness: If this light fails ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 18
.... Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. If the oil level is running or hot.
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2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is correct, have your vehicle checked at your authorized dealer. 2. If it enters the red section...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 40
...come on or continues to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 40
2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If the warning stays on ,... that : • the battery is low and the brake system should be disabled to Engine coolant in accessory position or on after the parking brake is driven more information. POWER REDUCED TO LOWER...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 226
...seat bight") and one (1) top tether anchor located behind that connect to the anchors shown. 226
2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
LATCH compatible child safety seats have two...two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped seating positions in this chapter on F150 Regular cab) :
• F150 SuperCab and SuperCrew The lower LATCH anchors are not used. Your vehicle is equipped...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 290
...block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C). 290
2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) See Choosing the right fuel in ...crank the engine. 2. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for long periods of time, we recommend that you...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 385
... (out of view) 8. Air filter assembly 7. Engine coolant reservoir 6. Engine oil filler cap (out of view) 4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Battery 3. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Maintenance and Specifications
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.7L V6 engine
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 386
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2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 387
Engine coolant reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power distribution box 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Battery
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2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Maintenance and Specifications
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 388
Engine oil dipstick 5. Maintenance and Specifications
3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine
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2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Air filter assembly 8. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Battery 3.
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 397
...60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Improved freeze protection. • Improved boiling protection....(to relearning the state of calibrated gauges.
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2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of vehicle sleep time (...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 398
... and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can be at the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may 398
2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make sure it difficult to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. WARNING: Do not put...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 399
... the engine off and let it is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of emergency, to release. 399
2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Alcohol and other vehicles which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it cool. 2. For all other...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 400
... should be checked the next few times you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use of in the Adding engine coolant section. 400
2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Your cooling system may take several drains and additions to within the FULL COLD level, or within...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 401
... soon as safely possible and turn the engine off while driving without further indication. 401
2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The "fail-safe" distance depends on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 402
... and turn off the engine. 2. Take your vehicle to minimize engine damage. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. WARNING: Fail-safe mode is activated You have limited power,...engine to alternating cylinder operation. The vehicle will not be able to rest in serious injury. 402
2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Each disabled cylinder acts as necessary ...
