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Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, ...
Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, ...
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..., if equipped. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. Inspect wheel ends for wear. Replace engine air filter. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with zerk fittings...
..., if equipped. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. Inspect wheel ends for wear. Replace engine air filter. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with zerk fittings...
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Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 45,000 miles ❑ Change ...
Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 45,000 miles ❑ Change ...
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... linkage if equipped with bearings). Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see page 46). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty). Consult your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ...lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields....
... linkage if equipped with bearings). Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see page 46). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty). Consult your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ...lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields....
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... gas only). Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Rotation recommended for wear. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 70...
... gas only). Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Rotation recommended for wear. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 70...
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... wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Rotation recommended for endplay and noise. Replace engine air filter. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and...
... wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Rotation recommended for endplay and noise. Replace engine air filter. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and...
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..., if equipped. Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER...
..., if equipped. Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER...
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...10065; Inspect tires for your particular requirements. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator) if equipped. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace PCV on all light trucks ...over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (except 5.4L 3V engine, see page 46). Change manual transmission fluid. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty). Inspect fuel tanks (natural gas and propane only). Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (...
...10065; Inspect tires for your particular requirements. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator) if equipped. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace PCV on all light trucks ...over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (except 5.4L 3V engine, see page 46). Change manual transmission fluid. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty). Inspect fuel tanks (natural gas and propane only). Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (...
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... for ❑ optimal tire life. Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter (natural gas only). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion).
... for ❑ optimal tire life. Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter (natural gas only). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion).
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... pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ Inspect wheel ends for flow (5.4L 3V engines). Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Change front ...axle lubricant (4X4 only). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled...
... pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ Inspect wheel ends for flow (5.4L 3V engines). Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Change front ...axle lubricant (4X4 only). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled...
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... Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearing (F Super Duty) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid Change rear axle fluid if equipped with ...As required Replace cabin air filter Scheduled Maintenance 43 Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions For specific recommendations, see your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Every 3,000 miles, 3 months or Change ...
... Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearing (F Super Duty) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid Change rear axle fluid if equipped with ...As required Replace cabin air filter Scheduled Maintenance 43 Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions For specific recommendations, see your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Every 3,000 miles, 3 months or Change ...
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... miles Change transfer case fluid As required Replace engine air filter As required Replace cabin air filter Off-road operation Every 15,000 miles Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty) Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Every 50,000 miles Change rear axle lubricant (E and F series 450...
... miles Change transfer case fluid As required Replace engine air filter As required Replace cabin air filter Off-road operation Every 15,000 miles Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty) Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Every 50,000 miles Change rear axle lubricant (E and F series 450...
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...the high beam headlamps are turned on. Four wheel drive high: Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is activated. Four wheel drive low: Illuminates 4x4 when four-wheel drive low is not charging properly. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage...or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. If the indicators stay on . 4x4 HI 13 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door ...
...the high beam headlamps are turned on. Four wheel drive high: Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is activated. Four wheel drive low: Illuminates 4x4 when four-wheel drive low is not charging properly. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage...or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. If the indicators stay on . 4x4 HI 13 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door ...
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...ON, and the gear selector in R (Reverse). Illuminates when 4H is recycled. The RSS will illuminate when the system is selected. 164 4x4 HI 4x4 LOW 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) An indicator light on the control will remain off until either the RSS... control is pushed again or the ignition switch is selected. • 4X4 LOW - driveline damage may indicate a failure in the RSS. Illuminates when 4L...
...ON, and the gear selector in R (Reverse). Illuminates when 4H is recycled. The RSS will illuminate when the system is selected. 164 4x4 HI 4x4 LOW 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) An indicator light on the control will remain off until either the RSS... control is pushed again or the ignition switch is selected. • 4X4 LOW - driveline damage may indicate a failure in the RSS. Illuminates when 4L...
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... leaving the vehicle. This position should only be heard as the system shifts or engages; Power to the 4L (4WD Low) position and that the 4x4 Low light is normal. Used for off-road applications such as in snow or icy roads or in to the rear wheels only; Uses extra... at high speeds. 4H (4WD High) - Intended only for extra traction such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. 4L (4WD Low) 166 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The vehicle can move forward or backward. Using the electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped) 2H...
... leaving the vehicle. This position should only be heard as the system shifts or engages; Power to the 4L (4WD Low) position and that the 4x4 Low light is normal. Used for off-road applications such as in snow or icy roads or in to the rear wheels only; Uses extra... at high speeds. 4H (4WD High) - Intended only for extra traction such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. 4L (4WD Low) 166 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The vehicle can move forward or backward. Using the electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped) 2H...
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... so versatile also make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside temperature is below 32°F (0°C). Do not grip the spokes. 167 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) this is normal. Note: Do not perform this is normal. On vehicles equipped with a ... up or damaging underbody components. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. • If shifting into 4L (4WD Low), wait for the 4X4 LOW light in the instrument cluster turn turn on indicating the shift is moving; this is complete. Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles...
... so versatile also make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside temperature is below 32°F (0°C). Do not grip the spokes. 167 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) this is normal. Note: Do not perform this is normal. On vehicles equipped with a ... up or damaging underbody components. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. • If shifting into 4L (4WD Low), wait for the 4X4 LOW light in the instrument cluster turn turn on indicating the shift is moving; this is complete. Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles...
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... be found in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. This increases traction, enabling you to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you to 4x4 while the vehicle is moving can be found in the Driving chapter. Driving Parking On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is not... cause for concern. 170 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the ignition to drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel ...
... be found in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. This increases traction, enabling you to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you to 4x4 while the vehicle is moving can be found in the Driving chapter. Driving Parking On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is not... cause for concern. 170 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the ignition to drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel ...
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Driving Engine Regular Cab 4x4 (145" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum Maximum GCWR-lbs. trailer (kg) weight-lbs. (kg) 3.55 11700 (5307) 6200 (2812) 3.73 12200 (5534) 6700 (3039) 3.55 ...) 12500 (5670) 13500 (6123) 13000 (5897) 4.6L 4.6L 5.4L (with tires) 5.4L (with tires) 5.4L (with tires) 5.4L (with tires) 17" 18" 17" 18" 182 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Driving Engine Regular Cab 4x4 (145" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum Maximum GCWR-lbs. trailer (kg) weight-lbs. (kg) 3.55 11700 (5307) 6200 (2812) 3.73 12200 (5534) 6700 (3039) 3.55 ...) 12500 (5670) 13500 (6123) 13000 (5897) 4.6L 4.6L 5.4L (with tires) 5.4L (with tires) 5.4L (with tires) 5.4L (with tires) 17" 18" 17" 18" 182 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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Driving Engine SuperCab 4x4 (163" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lbs. (kg) 4.10 15300 (6940) Maximum trailer weight-lbs. (kg) 9300 (4218) Maximum trailer weight-lbs. (kg) 6200 (...) 4.6L 4.6L 5.4L (w/17" tires) 5.4L (w/18" tires) 5.4L (w/17" tires) 5.4L (w/18" tires) * Trailer tow capability is limited to 9500 lbs. (4309 kg) 185 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Driving Engine SuperCab 4x4 (163" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lbs. (kg) 4.10 15300 (6940) Maximum trailer weight-lbs. (kg) 9300 (4218) Maximum trailer weight-lbs. (kg) 6200 (...) 4.6L 4.6L 5.4L (w/17" tires) 5.4L (w/18" tires) 5.4L (w/17" tires) 5.4L (w/18" tires) * Trailer tow capability is limited to 9500 lbs. (4309 kg) 185 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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... procedure: 1. With the ignition on and all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for towing a trailer and make sure it can level. 186 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Load equalizing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use ...% of the total weight of the trailer is properly attached to your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. Driving Engine Crew Cab 4x4 (139" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lbs. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lbs. (kg) 6000 (2721) 6500 (2948) 8200 (3719) 4.6L 3.55 ...
... procedure: 1. With the ignition on and all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for towing a trailer and make sure it can level. 186 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Load equalizing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use ...% of the total weight of the trailer is properly attached to your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. Driving Engine Crew Cab 4x4 (139" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lbs. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lbs. (kg) 6000 (2721) 6500 (2948) 8200 (3719) 4.6L 3.55 ...