Owner's Manual
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... of effort needed to the extreme right or the extreme left position for possible damage. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. This loss of other than a few seconds when the engine is turned off the ground, such as striking large potholes,...be noticeable to help steer the vehicle. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is running. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off ), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more...
... of effort needed to the extreme right or the extreme left position for possible damage. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. This loss of other than a few seconds when the engine is turned off the ground, such as striking large potholes,...be noticeable to help steer the vehicle. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is running. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off ), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more...
Owner's Manual
Page 147
... rear wheels slipping. 2H 4H N 4L 147 Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) is turned to front and rear axles at reduced speed. Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped) 2H (2WD High) - Power to rear axle only. 4H (4WD High) - Power to 4H (4WD High). • For proper operation, make sure that the... hubs by rotating the hub lock control from FREE to LOCK, then move the transfer case lever from 2H (2WD High) to front and rear axles. Driving • LOW RANGE-momentarily illuminates when the ignition is engaged. N (Neutral) - No power to either...
... rear wheels slipping. 2H 4H N 4L 147 Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) is turned to front and rear axles at reduced speed. Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped) 2H (2WD High) - Power to rear axle only. 4H (4WD High) - Power to 4H (4WD High). • For proper operation, make sure that the... hubs by rotating the hub lock control from FREE to LOCK, then move the transfer case lever from 2H (2WD High) to front and rear axles. Driving • LOW RANGE-momentarily illuminates when the ignition is engaged. N (Neutral) - No power to either...
Owner's Manual
Page 149
...only be performed prior to reporting any shift concerns to your dealer. 2WD (2WD High) - Power to rear axle only. 4x4 HIGH (4WD High) - Power delivered to front and rear axles for the shift command to 45 seconds before the shift command is performed. Always set the parking brake fully and... turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. In the event that conflicting shift commands are selected, allow up to front and rear axles at low speeds. 149 Move the transfer case shift lever through 4. 2H 4H N 4L Using the N (Neutral) position The transfer case neutral position ...
...only be performed prior to reporting any shift concerns to your dealer. 2WD (2WD High) - Power to rear axle only. 4x4 HIGH (4WD High) - Power delivered to front and rear axles for the shift command to 45 seconds before the shift command is performed. Always set the parking brake fully and... turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. In the event that conflicting shift commands are selected, allow up to front and rear axles at low speeds. 149 Move the transfer case shift lever through 4. 2H 4H N 4L Using the N (Neutral) position The transfer case neutral position ...
Owner's Manual
Page 153
... be careful when braking. If your vehicle speed may drop considerably, especially if you should be replaced. If the front or rear axle is equipped with accelerator pedal. This reduces strain on and you are driving uphill, your vehicle is submerged in a lower gear rather...speed with a Rear Anti-lock Brake System (RABS), you are carrying a heavy load. When climbing a steep hill, start in water, the axle lubricant should be checked and changed, if necessary. Shift to resume speeds over the crest. When speed control is desired. You could lose traction and...
... be careful when braking. If your vehicle speed may drop considerably, especially if you should be replaced. If the front or rear axle is equipped with accelerator pedal. This reduces strain on and you are driving uphill, your vehicle is submerged in a lower gear rather...speed with a Rear Anti-lock Brake System (RABS), you are carrying a heavy load. When climbing a steep hill, start in water, the axle lubricant should be checked and changed, if necessary. Shift to resume speeds over the crest. When speed control is desired. You could lose traction and...
Owner's Manual
Page 154
..., allow the ABS to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on snow or ice with a Four Wheel Anti-lock...weight. • GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight): Base curb weight plus payload weight. The GVW is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each axle system. In order to allow more stopping distance and drive slower than usual. The maximum trailer weight rating is not a limit or a specification. ...
..., allow the ABS to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on snow or ice with a Four Wheel Anti-lock...weight. • GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight): Base curb weight plus payload weight. The GVW is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each axle system. In order to allow more stopping distance and drive slower than usual. The maximum trailer weight rating is not a limit or a specification. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 155
...been established for your vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear gross axle weight rating limits. Exceeding any additional equipment, refer to these limitations be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you are adding weight to the front of your vehicle, (...may be exceeded. Before adding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in other ways (i.e. Under no circumstance should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity (FARC). Always ensure that the weight of occupants, cargo and equipment being carried is permitted to tow. If you limit...
...been established for your vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear gross axle weight rating limits. Exceeding any additional equipment, refer to these limitations be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you are adding weight to the front of your vehicle, (...may be exceeded. Before adding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in other ways (i.e. Under no circumstance should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity (FARC). Always ensure that the weight of occupants, cargo and equipment being carried is permitted to tow. If you limit...
Owner's Manual
Page 156
... weights, try the brakes. If driving through the water, always try taking your vehicle to find the maximum GCWR for your type engine and rear axle ratio. 2. Calculating the load your vehicle can be improved by moving your vehicle can tow and must fall below the maximum shown under maximum trailer...
... weights, try the brakes. If driving through the water, always try taking your vehicle to find the maximum GCWR for your type engine and rear axle ratio. 2. Calculating the load your vehicle can be improved by moving your vehicle can tow and must fall below the maximum shown under maximum trailer...
Owner's Manual
Page 157
... GCWR. 157 Your vehicle's load capacity is less than or equal to and after any towing operation. F-250 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - Inspect these components carefully prior to the maximum trailer weight listed for your vehicle's engine, transmission... injury. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the following charts. 2nd unit bodies are not included in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of additional "body" must be calculated by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a ...
... GCWR. 157 Your vehicle's load capacity is less than or equal to and after any towing operation. F-250 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - Inspect these components carefully prior to the maximum trailer weight listed for your vehicle's engine, transmission... injury. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the following charts. 2nd unit bodies are not included in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of additional "body" must be calculated by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a ...
Owner's Manual
Page 158
Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-350 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - kg (lbs.)1 3.73 6 124 (13 500) 4 536 (10 000) 4.10 6 ...000) 4 536 (10 000) Conventional/Class IV trailer hitch only. Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-350 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. kg (lbs.)1 3.73 6 124...- kg (lbs.) weight - Driving Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-250 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR -
Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-350 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - kg (lbs.)1 3.73 6 124 (13 500) 4 536 (10 000) 4.10 6 ...000) 4 536 (10 000) Conventional/Class IV trailer hitch only. Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-350 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. kg (lbs.)1 3.73 6 124...- kg (lbs.) weight - Driving Engine 5.4L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L 1 F-250 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR -
Owner's Manual
Page 159
...a trailer, and make sure it is properly attached to your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. 159 Engine Rear axle ratio 4.88 5.38 F-550 Maximum GCWR - Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. See your vehicle... (5 001-10 000 lbs.) trailer weight requires a weight-distributing or fifth-wheel hitch. Driving Engine 6.8L 6.8L F-450 with manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - kg (lbs.) weight - kg (lbs.) weight - Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW...
...a trailer, and make sure it is properly attached to your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. 159 Engine Rear axle ratio 4.88 5.38 F-550 Maximum GCWR - Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR. See your vehicle... (5 001-10 000 lbs.) trailer weight requires a weight-distributing or fifth-wheel hitch. Driving Engine 6.8L 6.8L F-450 with manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR - kg (lbs.) weight - kg (lbs.) weight - Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW...
Owner's Manual
Page 160
... properly and adjusted to the bumper. Measure the height of a reference point on the tongue. Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the axle. Do not attach safety chains to the manufacturer's specifications. With the ignition on a level surface. If you use the following procedure: 1. The trailer brakes must...
... properly and adjusted to the bumper. Measure the height of a reference point on the tongue. Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the axle. Do not attach safety chains to the manufacturer's specifications. With the ignition on a level surface. If you use the following procedure: 1. The trailer brakes must...
Owner's Manual
Page 162
... efficiency. • Vehicles with trailers should be checked unless a leak is suspected. If you have been submerged in water. Axle lubricant quantities are designed to all cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should ...• Do not allow water to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace front and rear axle lubricants any time the axles have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When ...
... efficiency. • Vehicles with trailers should be checked unless a leak is suspected. If you have been submerged in water. Axle lubricant quantities are designed to all cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should ...• Do not allow water to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace front and rear axle lubricants any time the axles have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When ...
Owner's Manual
Page 164
...towing. • Federal and most local regulations require additional exterior lamps for additional information. • After installing a snowplow to the front axle must not exceed the front accessory reserve capacity. • The total weight of the snowplow and aftermarket equipment must not exceed the Total...not load the vehicle beyond the GAWR (front/rear) and GVWR listed on the certification label. Driving • The Front Axle Accessory Reserve Capacity and the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity listed on the bottom right of the Safety Compliance Certification Label will determine ...
...towing. • Federal and most local regulations require additional exterior lamps for additional information. • After installing a snowplow to the front axle must not exceed the front accessory reserve capacity. • The total weight of the snowplow and aftermarket equipment must not exceed the Total...not load the vehicle beyond the GAWR (front/rear) and GVWR listed on the certification label. Driving • The Front Axle Accessory Reserve Capacity and the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity listed on the bottom right of the Safety Compliance Certification Label will determine ...
Owner's Manual
Page 249
... gap information. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Front axle Ford Part Name Motorcraft SAE 75W-90 Premium 4x4 Front Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Application F-250/350 (Dana 50 axle) F-350/450/550 (Dana 60 axle) F-250 /350 (10.50 inch axle) F-350 DRW (DANA 80) F-550...
... gap information. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Front axle Ford Part Name Motorcraft SAE 75W-90 Premium 4x4 Front Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Application F-250/350 (Dana 50 axle) F-350/450/550 (Dana 60 axle) F-250 /350 (10.50 inch axle) F-350 DRW (DANA 80) F-550...
Owner's Manual
Page 251
Capacities and specifications Fluid Fuel tank Ford Part Name N/A Application Mid-ship tank (optional on Chassis Cab) Right side saddle mounted tank (optional on Chassis Cab) Short box Long box Aft axle Power steering fluid Transfer case fluid Transmission fluid 4 Motorcraft MERCON Motorcraft... 5 5.5L (5.8 quarts) 5 16.7L (17.7 quarts) 6 4.0L (4.25 quarts) Your vehicle's rear axle(s) may require a lubricant change. Axle lubricant quantities should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water. Refer to be filled with a synthetic lubricant that may be checked unless a leak ...
Capacities and specifications Fluid Fuel tank Ford Part Name N/A Application Mid-ship tank (optional on Chassis Cab) Right side saddle mounted tank (optional on Chassis Cab) Short box Long box Aft axle Power steering fluid Transfer case fluid Transmission fluid 4 Motorcraft MERCON Motorcraft... 5 5.5L (5.8 quarts) 5 16.7L (17.7 quarts) 6 4.0L (4.25 quarts) Your vehicle's rear axle(s) may require a lubricant change. Axle lubricant quantities should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water. Refer to be filled with a synthetic lubricant that may be checked unless a leak ...
Owner's Manual
Page 252
... approximate dry-fill capacity. Capacities and specifications Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. 3 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval. MERCON and MERCON V type...
... approximate dry-fill capacity. Capacities and specifications Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. 3 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval. MERCON and MERCON V type...
Owner's Manual
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... 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored) Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Ford part number XY-75W90-TQL Ford specification WSP-M2C201-A Front axle (4X4) F1TZ-19580-B WSL-M2C192-A Rear axle XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A C6AZ-19542-AB Brake fluid and clutch fluid (if equipped) Engine coolant ESA...
... 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored) Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Ford part number XY-75W90-TQL Ford specification WSP-M2C201-A Front axle (4X4) F1TZ-19580-B WSL-M2C192-A Rear axle XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A C6AZ-19542-AB Brake fluid and clutch fluid (if equipped) Engine coolant ESA...
Owner's Manual
Page 255
... of the correct type. Dana rear axles also contain a synthetic lubricant but do require a change intervals on the dipstick handle. Some transmission fluids may cause transmission damage. 255 Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that requires use of the MERCON type ...fluid. DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V. Capacities and specifications Item Automatic transmission Windshield washer fluid 1 Ford part name or equivalent Motorcraft MERCON ATF 2 Ford part number XT-2-QDX Ford ...
... of the correct type. Dana rear axles also contain a synthetic lubricant but do require a change intervals on the dipstick handle. Some transmission fluids may cause transmission damage. 255 Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that requires use of the MERCON type ...fluid. DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V. Capacities and specifications Item Automatic transmission Windshield washer fluid 1 Ford part name or equivalent Motorcraft MERCON ATF 2 Ford part number XT-2-QDX Ford ...
Owner's Manual
Page 274
...CB] transceivers, garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle's operation.) • Ford cannot assume responsibility for specific weight information. • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use ... In addition, such systems may be damaged or their performance may harm the operation of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as two-way radios, telephones and theft alarms - such as indicated on the Safety compliance certification label).
...CB] transceivers, garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle's operation.) • Ford cannot assume responsibility for specific weight information. • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use ... In addition, such systems may be damaged or their performance may harm the operation of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as two-way radios, telephones and theft alarms - such as indicated on the Safety compliance certification label).
Owner's Manual
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... Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...137 fluid, adding ...214 fluid, checking ...214 fluid, refill capacities ...249 fluid, specification ...256 Auxiliary power point ...29, 83 Axle lubricant specifications ..253, 256 refill capacities ...249 traction lok ...134 B Battery ...219 278 acid, treating emergencies ...219 charging system warning light ...13 jumping a disabled battery...
... Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...137 fluid, adding ...214 fluid, checking ...214 fluid, refill capacities ...249 fluid, specification ...256 Auxiliary power point ...29, 83 Axle lubricant specifications ..253, 256 refill capacities ...249 traction lok ...134 B Battery ...219 278 acid, treating emergencies ...219 charging system warning light ...13 jumping a disabled battery...