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... function of all interior and exterior lights. power steering fluid level. battery connections and clean if necessary. and lubricate all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary). engine cooling system level and strength. engine oil fluid level. Check Every Six Months for All ... for wear and proper operation. and clean sliding door contact switches, if equipped. clutch fluid level, if equipped. 6 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner 's Information windshield washer fluid level. that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at the designated time ...
... function of all interior and exterior lights. power steering fluid level. battery connections and clean if necessary. and lubricate all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary). engine cooling system level and strength. engine oil fluid level. Check Every Six Months for All ... for wear and proper operation. and clean sliding door contact switches, if equipped. clutch fluid level, if equipped. 6 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner 's Information windshield washer fluid level. that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at the designated time ...
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... for cracks, chips and pitting. Inspect steering and linkage. Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance Keep It Genuine Check battery performance. Check windshield for leaks and damage. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Inspect half shaft...are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer ...
... for cracks, chips and pitting. Inspect steering and linkage. Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance Keep It Genuine Check battery performance. Check windshield for leaks and damage. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Inspect half shaft...are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 9 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 9 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...when the engine is significantly more likely to die than a passenger car. 197 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This is normal behavior and indicates the axle is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it stops) for : • an improperly inflated ... or high crosswinds may exhibit a slight noise or vibration in tight turns with a low power steering pump reservoir fluid level (below the MIN mark on a poor traction surface. The axle may also make the steering seem to wander/pull. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard...
...when the engine is significantly more likely to die than a passenger car. 197 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This is normal behavior and indicates the axle is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it stops) for : • an improperly inflated ... or high crosswinds may exhibit a slight noise or vibration in tight turns with a low power steering pump reservoir fluid level (below the MIN mark on a poor traction surface. The axle may also make the steering seem to wander/pull. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard...
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Power steering fluid reservoir 4. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 10. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 3. Engine oil filler cap 8. Battery 9 8 7 6 2. Engine coolant reservoir 6. Engine oil dipstick 9. Air filter assembly 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 256 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.2L V6 engine 1 2 3 4 5 10 1. Brake fluid reservoir 5.
Power steering fluid reservoir 4. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 10. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 3. Engine oil filler cap 8. Battery 9 8 7 6 2. Engine coolant reservoir 6. Engine oil dipstick 9. Air filter assembly 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 256 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.2L V6 engine 1 2 3 4 5 10 1. Brake fluid reservoir 5.
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... be near the center of the normal area between the MIN and MAX lines. Maintenance and Specifications POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Turn the engine off. 4. If adding fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between H and C). 2. ... maintenance information for the service interval schedules. Refer to put the cap back on the reservoir. 282 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Check the fluid level in this range. 5. If the fluid is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 1.
... be near the center of the normal area between the MIN and MAX lines. Maintenance and Specifications POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Turn the engine off. 4. If adding fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between H and C). 2. ... maintenance information for the service interval schedules. Refer to put the cap back on the reservoir. 282 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Check the fluid level in this range. 5. If the fluid is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 1.
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... with the vehicle on a level surface. 3 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is of the correct type. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on reservoir 2.0 quarts (1.9L)2 3.... to determine the correct service interval. 2 1 293 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford Part Application Name Power steering Motorcraft All fluid MERCON ATF Transfer case fluid Transmission fluid3 Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON...
... with the vehicle on a level surface. 3 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is of the correct type. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on reservoir 2.0 quarts (1.9L)2 3.... to determine the correct service interval. 2 1 293 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford Part Application Name Power steering Motorcraft All fluid MERCON ATF Transfer case fluid Transmission fluid3 Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON...
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... pedal shaft (if equipped) Power steering Motorcraft MERCON ATF fluid, transfer case fluid (4X4) and manual transmission fluid Motorcraft Automatic MERCONV transmission ATF (4R70/75 E) 2 Motorcraft Premium Windshield Windshield washer fluid Washer Concentrate Item 1 Ford part number XG-3-A Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A XL-1 ... refill of Traction-Lok axles. 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is of the 296 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. Check...
... pedal shaft (if equipped) Power steering Motorcraft MERCON ATF fluid, transfer case fluid (4X4) and manual transmission fluid Motorcraft Automatic MERCONV transmission ATF (4R70/75 E) 2 Motorcraft Premium Windshield Windshield washer fluid Washer Concentrate Item 1 Ford part number XG-3-A Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A XL-1 ... refill of Traction-Lok axles. 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is of the 296 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. Check...
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...overhead ...54-55 Controls power seat ...102 steering column ...66 Coolant checking and adding ...265 refill capacities ...269, 292 specifications ...295, 297 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...43 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...284 engine oil ... lubrication specifications ...295, 297 refill capacities ...292 service points ...256-258 starting after a collision ...223 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) and Canada ...244 Getting roadside assistance... Speed control) ...64 Customer Assistance ...222 Ford Extended Service Plan ...243 Getting assistance outside the U.S.
...overhead ...54-55 Controls power seat ...102 steering column ...66 Coolant checking and adding ...265 refill capacities ...269, 292 specifications ...295, 297 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...43 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...284 engine oil ... lubrication specifications ...295, 297 refill capacities ...292 service points ...256-258 starting after a collision ...223 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) and Canada ...244 Getting roadside assistance... Speed control) ...64 Customer Assistance ...222 Ford Extended Service Plan ...243 Getting assistance outside the U.S.
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......196 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...291 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...107 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...225 Power door locks ...85 Power mirrors ...61 Power point ...57 Power steering ...197 fluid, checking and adding ...282 fluid, refill capacity ...292 fluid, specifications ...295, 297 Power Windows ...59 Preparing to drive your vehicle ...197 R Radio ...18, 20...298 Special notice ambulance conversions ...7 four-wheel drive vehicles ...221 utility-type vehicles ...7 Specification chart, lubricants ...295, 297 311 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
......196 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...291 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...107 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...225 Power door locks ...85 Power mirrors ...61 Power point ...57 Power steering ...197 fluid, checking and adding ...282 fluid, refill capacity ...292 fluid, specifications ...295, 297 Power Windows ...59 Preparing to drive your vehicle ...197 R Radio ...18, 20...298 Special notice ambulance conversions ...7 four-wheel drive vehicles ...221 utility-type vehicles ...7 Specification chart, lubricants ...295, 297 311 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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Index Speed control ...64 Starting your vehicle ...189-190, 193 jump starting ...231 Steering wheel controls ...66 tilting ...54 T Tailgate ...82 Temperature control (see Climate control) ...32 Tilt steering wheel ...54 Tires ...151-153, 157 alignment ...170 care ...168 changing ...157, 159...vehicle ...194 W Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...259 Water, Driving through ...219 Windows power ...59 power down back window ...60 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...53 checking and adding fluid ...259 replacing wiper blades ...53 312 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ...
Index Speed control ...64 Starting your vehicle ...189-190, 193 jump starting ...231 Steering wheel controls ...66 tilting ...54 T Tailgate ...82 Temperature control (see Climate control) ...32 Tilt steering wheel ...54 Tires ...151-153, 157 alignment ...170 care ...168 changing ...157, 159...vehicle ...194 W Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...259 Water, Driving through ...219 Windows power ...59 power down back window ...60 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...53 checking and adding fluid ...259 replacing wiper blades ...53 312 2005 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ...