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...in California or other emission-related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, Ford will repair your 1997-model vehicle. If any emissions-related part of your vehicle is defective, the part ...light truck passes the inspection. EXPLANATION OF CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS WARRANTIES Your Warranty Rights and Obligations (Applicable if your vehicle fails a Smog Check inspection, all necessary repairs and adjustments will be made by Ford. This is registered in California, as the carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter and the engine computer. Ford...
...in California or other emission-related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, Ford will repair your 1997-model vehicle. If any emissions-related part of your vehicle is defective, the part ...light truck passes the inspection. EXPLANATION OF CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS WARRANTIES Your Warranty Rights and Obligations (Applicable if your vehicle fails a Smog Check inspection, all necessary repairs and adjustments will be made by Ford. This is registered in California, as the carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter and the engine computer. Ford...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... disengaged or turned off . If the condition persists, your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. SPEED CONT O/D OFF 8 Instrumentation INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LIGHTS AND CHIMES 4 H CHECK ENGINE 5 6 40 30 20 10 50 60 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 3 2 1 C 40 000000 100 1 10 H L H SPEED CONTROL 4WD 20 180...
... disengaged or turned off . If the condition persists, your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. SPEED CONT O/D OFF 8 Instrumentation INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LIGHTS AND CHIMES 4 H CHECK ENGINE 5 6 40 30 20 10 50 60 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 3 2 1 C 40 000000 100 1 10 H L H SPEED CONTROL 4WD 20 180...
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Instrumentation Check engine Illuminates when the engine's Emission Control System requires service. CHECK ENGINE THEFT Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. It will also illuminate when the ignition key is in the On position and the engine is activated in the low range mode. 4WD LOW 9 Four...
Instrumentation Check engine Illuminates when the engine's Emission Control System requires service. CHECK ENGINE THEFT Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. It will also illuminate when the ignition key is in the On position and the engine is activated in the low range mode. 4WD LOW 9 Four...
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... Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the engine coolant temperature gauge, the engine oil pressure gauge and the fuel level gauge need to be checked. DOOR AJAR CHECK GAGE FUEL RESET 10 Charging system Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned on and... the engine is off switch in the Instrumentation chapter for more information, refer to the ON position and the fuel pump shut-off switch has been triggered. The light also...
... Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the engine coolant temperature gauge, the engine oil pressure gauge and the fuel level gauge need to be checked. DOOR AJAR CHECK GAGE FUEL RESET 10 Charging system Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned on and... the engine is off switch in the Instrumentation chapter for more information, refer to the ON position and the fuel pump shut-off switch has been triggered. The light also...
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... serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is below -12°C (10°F), depress 115 If the engine does not start in two attempts OR the temperature is light does not fastened, the illuminate. Starting CHECK GAGE 4 H C CHECK GAUGE DOOR AJAR 5 6 40 30 40 50 60 70 o o o o 100 80 60 120 3 2 + 80 140 90...
... serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is below -12°C (10°F), depress 115 If the engine does not start in two attempts OR the temperature is light does not fastened, the illuminate. Starting CHECK GAGE 4 H C CHECK GAUGE DOOR AJAR 5 6 40 30 40 50 60 70 o o o o 100 80 60 120 3 2 + 80 140 90...
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...: • First, at least ten minutes of driving on , reference the applicable light description in stop and go, city type traffic with the "check engine/service engine soon" light on -board diagnostic (OBD-II) system. Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle. Allow the vehicle to sit for I /M test with...
...: • First, at least ten minutes of driving on , reference the applicable light description in stop and go, city type traffic with the "check engine/service engine soon" light on -board diagnostic (OBD-II) system. Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle. Allow the vehicle to sit for I /M test with...
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...51 Console, description ...58,61 Control trac 4WD system ...128 Controls ...58,59 Coolant (see Engine coolant) proper solution ...181 Daytime running light system ...26 Differential fluid ...187 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...176,187 Driving under special... conditions ...130 high water ...131 slippery roads ...132,133 towing a trailer ...144 Emission control system ...206 Engine ...228,231 service points ...170,171,172 Engine block heater ...116 Engine coolant checking...
...51 Console, description ...58,61 Control trac 4WD system ...128 Controls ...58,59 Coolant (see Engine coolant) proper solution ...181 Daytime running light system ...26 Differential fluid ...187 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...176,187 Driving under special... conditions ...130 high water ...131 slippery roads ...132,133 towing a trailer ...144 Emission control system ...206 Engine ...228,231 service points ...170,171,172 Engine block heater ...116 Engine coolant checking...
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Index Engine oil changing oil and oil filter ...175 specifications ...173 Entry system illumination ...66 Exhaust fumes ...112 Flashing the lights ...45 Floor mats ...62,63 Foglamps ...27 Ford Extended Service Plan ...129 Four way head restraints ...78 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles control trac ...38,... ...74 programming entry code ...75 Lamps instrument panel, dimming ...26 Liftgate ...57 Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...11 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...11 anti-theft ...9 brake ...11 charging system ...10 check engine ...9 door ajar ...10 four-wheel drive ...9 fuel reset ...10 high beam ......
Index Engine oil changing oil and oil filter ...175 specifications ...173 Entry system illumination ...66 Exhaust fumes ...112 Flashing the lights ...45 Floor mats ...62,63 Foglamps ...27 Ford Extended Service Plan ...129 Four way head restraints ...78 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles control trac ...38,... ...74 programming entry code ...75 Lamps instrument panel, dimming ...26 Liftgate ...57 Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...11 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...11 anti-theft ...9 brake ...11 charging system ...10 check engine ...9 door ajar ...10 four-wheel drive ...9 fuel reset ...10 high beam ......
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...-type vehicles ...3 Specification chart, lubricants .225 Speed control ...40 indicator light ...8,43 Speedometer ...14 Starting your vehicle ...110 preparing to start your vehicle ...112 starting a warm engine ...115 Steering wheel tilting ...44 Storage compartments overhead storage compartment ...52 Tachometer...brakes ...143 trailer lamps ...143 Transfer case (see Differential fluid) ...188 Transmission fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...186 Trip odometer ...14 Turn signal indicator lights ...9 Two step lock ...54 Vehicle dimensions ...228 Vehicle headlamp aiming device (VHAD) ...214...
...-type vehicles ...3 Specification chart, lubricants .225 Speed control ...40 indicator light ...8,43 Speedometer ...14 Starting your vehicle ...110 preparing to start your vehicle ...112 starting a warm engine ...115 Steering wheel tilting ...44 Storage compartments overhead storage compartment ...52 Tachometer...brakes ...143 trailer lamps ...143 Transfer case (see Differential fluid) ...188 Transmission fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...186 Trip odometer ...14 Turn signal indicator lights ...9 Two step lock ...54 Vehicle dimensions ...228 Vehicle headlamp aiming device (VHAD) ...214...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing
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...Ford design front axles are lubricated for life. Rear axles containing synthetic lubricant are lubricated for life. Light and heavy duty truck rear axles filled with grease fittings and lubricate slip-yoke (if equipped). 6 Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. Wheel lug nuts must be checked...not to proper torque specifications at no cost except on Canadian and California vehicles. 8,000 KILOMETERS (5,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Normal schedule Items for leaks, damage or loose parts. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if ...
...Ford design front axles are lubricated for life. Rear axles containing synthetic lubricant are lubricated for life. Light and heavy duty truck rear axles filled with grease fittings and lubricate slip-yoke (if equipped). 6 Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. Wheel lug nuts must be checked...not to proper torque specifications at no cost except on Canadian and California vehicles. 8,000 KILOMETERS (5,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Normal schedule Items for leaks, damage or loose parts. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if ...
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... to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Check clutch fluid reservoir. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if...
... to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Check clutch fluid reservoir. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if...
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... km (30,000 miles) or 30 months. Normal schedule 32,000 KILOMETERS (20,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch fluid reservoir. Inspect exhaust system for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler...soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant...
... km (30,000 miles) or 30 months. Normal schedule 32,000 KILOMETERS (20,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch fluid reservoir. Inspect exhaust system for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler...soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant...
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...California Certified Vehicles). DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 64,000 KILOMETERS (40,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 9 Normal schedule u Change fuel filter (Recommended but not required ...of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Inspect drum brake systems..., hoses and lines. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball studs. Inspect and ...
...California Certified Vehicles). DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 64,000 KILOMETERS (40,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 9 Normal schedule u Change fuel filter (Recommended but not required ...of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Inspect drum brake systems..., hoses and lines. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball studs. Inspect and ...
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... miles) or 48 months. u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate caliper slide rails. u Check clutch fluid reservoir level. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 80,000 KILOMETERS (50,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. NOTE: It is... system for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. Normal schedule DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 72,000 KILOMETERS (45,000 MILES) u Change...
... miles) or 48 months. u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate caliper slide rails. u Check clutch fluid reservoir level. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 80,000 KILOMETERS (50,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. NOTE: It is... system for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. Normal schedule DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 72,000 KILOMETERS (45,000 MILES) u Change...
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... NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Change automatic transmission fluid. (4R7OW transmission only)... brake system and lubricate caliper slide rails. 11 DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 96,000 KILOMETERS (60,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Replace spark plugs (5.0 L only). Rotate tires...
... NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Change automatic transmission fluid. (4R7OW transmission only)... brake system and lubricate caliper slide rails. 11 DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 96,000 KILOMETERS (60,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Replace spark plugs (5.0 L only). Rotate tires...
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...moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. NOTE: It is ...KILOMETERS (65,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 112,000 KILOMETERS (70,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect and lubricate front...shift linkage. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and...
...moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. NOTE: It is ...KILOMETERS (65,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 112,000 KILOMETERS (70,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect and lubricate front...shift linkage. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and...
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... U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). u Change engine coolant every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 36 months. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate caliper slide rails...engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. u Inspect exhaust system for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. check...
... U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). u Change engine coolant every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 36 months. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate caliper slide rails...engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. u Inspect exhaust system for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. check...
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... around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 144,000 KILOMETERS (90,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles...) or 12 months. u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). NOTE: It is normal for California Certified Vehicles). Inspect exhaust system for damage and operation. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. ...
... around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 144,000 KILOMETERS (90,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles...) or 12 months. u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). NOTE: It is normal for California Certified Vehicles). Inspect exhaust system for damage and operation. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. ...
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Normal schedule u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. Inspect exhaust system for a certain amount... AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 160,000 KILOMETERS (100,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. All rear axle lube quantities must be checked or changed unless a leak is normal for leaks, damage or loose parts. u Replace front...ball studs. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 152,000 KILOMETERS (95,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Otherwise, the lube should not be replaced every 160,000 km (100,000 miles) or ...
Normal schedule u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. Inspect exhaust system for a certain amount... AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 160,000 KILOMETERS (100,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. All rear axle lube quantities must be checked or changed unless a leak is normal for leaks, damage or loose parts. u Replace front...ball studs. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 152,000 KILOMETERS (95,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Otherwise, the lube should not be replaced every 160,000 km (100,000 miles) or ...
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...for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Change engine coolant every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 36 months. u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate ...caliper slide rails. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. Normal schedule DEALER AUTHORIZATION...
...for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. u Change engine coolant every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 36 months. u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate ...caliper slide rails. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. Normal schedule DEALER AUTHORIZATION...