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What Is The Purpose Of Secondary Coolant Reservoir For A 6.7l Ford Diesel?

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Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 4

.... See Fuel filter/water separator in fuel indicator light. Engine protection mode Ford diesel engines are intended to Engine oil in the event of : • eight glow plugs (one per cylinder) • the glow plug control module (GPCM) • engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor • barometric pressure (BARO) sensor • environmental temperature sensor...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 5

... and a secondary cooling loop to carry heavy loads and accumulate mileage rapidly. Vehicles with diesel engines typically are used to cool the transmission, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), charge air and fuel. See Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. The coolant serves three primary purposes: to provide...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 20

... F-Super Duty 13 5 1 2 3 4 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 1. Power distribution box 5. Secondary cooling system coolant reservoir 11. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil fill 9. Air filter restriction gauge 13. Automatic transmission dipstick 3. Engine cooling system coolant reservoir (primary hightemperature cooling system) 7. Air filter assembly 12. Brake fluid...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 21

... which has been seasonally adjusted for high-sulfur diesel fuel using Ford Motor Company dealer service parts. For best results...than 500 ppm) in your 6.7L diesel engine. The engine and exhaust ...coolant system damage, engine overheating, SCR and/or DPF damage and possible base engine damage. 21 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Failure to use only Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 47

... immediately see through the windshield. 47 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE AND SECONDARY COOLING SYSTEM COOLANT Checking engine coolant Note: For best results, coolant concentration should be tested with a refractometer such as listed on the engine coolant reservoirs. The coolant concentration should be maintained at the mileage...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 49

... engine cooling system. Your cooling system may void the warranty. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with an overflow system, follow these steps to the cooling system. Operating an engine... damage. 49 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Add prediluted engine coolant meeting the Ford specification (Motorcraft௡ Orange Antifreeze...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 50

... systems after it counterclockwise and remove the cap. 5. Secondary cooling system: Repeat Step 5 until pressure begins to the coolant reservoir until the coolant level has stabilized (is no longer dropping after each step) AND the upper radiator hose at 2,000 rpm for more information. 50 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Step back...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 51

... concentration (freeze point protection) and corrosion inhibitor 51 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the reservoir should be checked. Vehicles driven year-round in a responsible manner. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does not recommend the use prediluted engine...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 68

... (18.9L) 6 gallons (22.7L) Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) - temperature addition if required cooling system loop) 16 oz. (473 mL) Engine coolant additive per (primary high- Chassis Cab Pick-up Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) - 68 MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Item Motorcraft௡ Specialty Orange Engine Coolant Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification or...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 75

... lug nut torque specifications in the tail-pipe to make sure they are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at 500 miles (800 km...operation *Brake, engine coolant reservoir, secondary low-temperature cooling system reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and window washer 75 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing - Page 78

... 105000 miles (168000 km), then every 45000 miles (72000 km) thereafter. 78 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) At 90000 miles Inspect accessory drive belt(s). 5 (144000 km) At 100000 miles Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles. and secondary coolant. 7 (168000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. Replace front wheel bearings...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 18

...equipped): Displays when the Tow/Haul feature has been activated. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Hill descent (if equipped): Displays when ... transmission function and operation. Engine coolant temperature (RTT): Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is running or hot. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is high...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 21

If the oil level is overheating. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. Transmission fluid temperature gauge: If the gauge is... range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and let the engine cool. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is within the normal operating temperature (between H and C). Add oil if needed. Instrument...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 45

... diagram below to calibrate the compass) On/Off Normal History Used Towing History Used Autolock, Autounlock Unlocking Coolant (if equipped) Fuel Filter (diesel only) On/Off On/Off One Stage or Two Stage Hold OK if coolant maintenance performed Hold OK if Fuel Filter Changed Maintenance 45 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 380

...unapproved additives as they can burn you spill coolant on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon the application). Note: The engine coolant should be at or below the MIN mark,... add coolant further than the MAX mark. Ford does not recommend the use engine coolant/antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of hydrometers or coolant test strips for measuring coolant concentrations....
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 381

... system must be drained, chemically cleaned, and refilled with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). For vehicles with overflow coolant systems and a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add prediluted engine coolant to the FULL COLD level on the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is clear and uncontaminated, this color change color from overheating...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 382

..., or between the MIN and MAX marks, or the COLD FILL RANGE, as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with a low level of engine coolant per month, have to prevent coolant loss. Slowly turn it cool. 2. Your cooling system may take several drains and additions to the radiator...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 383

...capacities in the Adding engine coolant section. Maintenance and Specifications Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does not recommend the use prediluted engine coolant for recycling and disposing of used automotive fluids in non-extreme climates should use of 40% will provide improved freeze point protection. Follow your engine coolant reservoir as outlined previously in this...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 385

...Printing USA (fus) The vehicle can continue to manage the engine's fluid temperatures. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance...and other factors. At this is running or hot. 5. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to pull off during...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 386

...coolant level. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is integrated with a lifetime fuel filter (gasoline vehicles only) that is running until it to fail-safe cooling for more information. If the fuel filler cap is low, add coolant... coolant level is not needed. For diesel engine information, refer to the diesel supplement. See Adding engine coolant ...

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