2001 Ford F250 7.3L Diesel Supplement 2nd Printing

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    Diesel information Warning lights Starting Driving tips General maintenance information Scheduled maintenance Minor troubleshooting guide Capacities and specifications Service translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the
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    /hauling capacity or other such devices to increase the power/torque of the 7.3L engine. Many owners' past experience with these products has been very poor. Severe powertrain damage may result from the use of these aftermarket products which will not be covered by the Ford warranty. Ford may
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    Introduction Package, inspect the information plate on the driver's side door pillar. Contact the manufacturer of your vehicle to determine whether the ambulance manufacturer's followed Ford's recommendations. WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain
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    engine mounted fuel filter/water separator • a fuel restriction sensor • a unit injector for each cylinder The combination fuel filter/water separator removes both water and impurities from the fuel. The filter should be changed at the recommended service interval. Refer to the "Service Guide" for
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    start glow plug system The glow plug system consists of: • eight glow plugs • the glow plug relay • engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor • barometric pressure (BARO) sensor The glow plug system is electronically controlled by the PCM. The PCM energizes the glow plugs immediately after the ignition
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    restriction gauge, located on the clean-air side of the air cleaner upper housing, shows if the air filter is clogged. Refer to "Engine Compartment" in Service Points chapter. AIR FILTER GAUGE FILTER CHANGE FILTER CHANGE The air filter element should be replaced when the colored band on the gauge
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    problem. Refer to the Starting chapter in this guide. After the engine starts, the light should remain off. The light should always illuminate at least momentarily when the engine is cold and the ignition is turned to ON. If it does not illuminate, the glow plug system should be checked and repaired
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    for WATER water-contaminated diesel fuel to be IN pumped into your tank. Your vehicle fuel system is equipped with a fuel FUEL filter/water separator to remove water from the fuel. The WATER IN FUEL light will illuminate when the ignition is turned to START (as part of the light function check) and
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    and causes engine performance problems. 1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to Seating and safety restraints chapter in the owner guide. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off
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    engine oil also makes starting easier under these conditions. Refer to "Engine Oil Specifications" in the General maintenance information chapter. At temperatures below -7°C (20°F), Number 2-D diesel fuel may thicken enough to clog the fuel filter. Your engine is equipped with a fuel filter/heater
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    , do not try to restart the engine. Consult your dealer for service immediately. Follow the cylinder compression test procedure outlined in the Workshop Manual, then check the engine oil for contamination. Engine block heater (if equipped) Refer to the Starting chapter in your Owner Guide. 11
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    level indication is delayed for several minutes when the tank selector switch is actuated. Fuel level indication can be obtained immediately by turning off and restarting the engine. MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHIFT SPEEDS Do not overspeed the engine when going downhill or steep grades. If equipped, use
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    ) 19 km/h (12 mph) 64 km/h (40 mph) 24 km/h (15 mph) 4- D (Overdrive) Maximum downshift speeds 1 6-speed transmission Transfer case position (if equipped)2 2H or 4H 4L 72 km/h (45 mph) 26 km/h (16 mph) Shift from: D 1 2 TOWING Refer to your "Owner Guide" for full details on towing a trailer. 13
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    weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Maximum Trailer weight Maximum Frontal Rear axle range-kg (lbs.) Area Of GCWR-kg ratio (lbs.) (0-Maximum) Trailer-m2 (ft2
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    result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of control, and personal injury. F-Series and Excursion trailer towing tables GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Maximum Rear axle Maximum trailer Model GCWR-kg ratio weight-kg (lbs.) 1 (lbs.) F-250 and 3.73
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    performance problems. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket additives to your fuel tank if you use a properly formulated diesel fuel that meets the ASTM D 975 industry specification. Aftermarket additives can damage the injector system or engine. Do not blend used engine oil with diesel
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    (don't depress the nozzle trigger as far). If air is allowed to enter the fuel system (during fuel filter change or if you run out of fuel) the engine will purge the trapped air as it runs. The engine may run rough and produce white smoke while air is in the system. This is normal and
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    only 1. Remove the engine appearance cover. 2. Disconnect the battery ground cable, then all electrical connectors, vacuum tubes and fasteners as necessary for removal. 3. Release the four retaining clamps on the air cleaner assembly, then lift the air cleaner cover and remove the air cleaner
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    . After replacing the fuel filter, the engine will purge the trapped air as it runs. The engine may run roughly and smoke until the air is completely eliminated. Using a fuel which has more than average impurities may require the fuel filter to be replaced more frequently than the service interval
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    on the air cleaner assembly. 9. Connect the battery ground cable, then all electrical connectors, vacuum tubes and fasteners as necessary for installation. 10. Install the engine appearance cover. After replacing the fuel filter, the engine will purge the trapped air as it runs. The engine may run
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    at least 20 minutes after engine shutdown to assure that the oil contained in the upper parts of the engine has returned to the oil pan. 4. Protecting yourself from engine heat, pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert fully. 5. Read oil level on both sides of dipstick and use highest
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    . Diesel engines require specially formulated oil to resist contamination. Proper quality oils also provide maximum efficiency of the crankcase ventilating system which reduces air pollution. For normal or severe service, use Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil conforming to Ford Specification
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    . Use Ford Engine Oil Filter Part No. F4TZ-6731-A (FL-1995) or equivalent. These filters protect your engine by filtering harmful, abrasive or sludge particles. The FL-1995 filters particles significantly smaller than most available "will fit" filters. To replace, use an oil filter wrench to
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    not use oils labeled with only one of the following category designations, SG, SH, CE, CF-4 or CG-4, as they could cause engine damage. For more information refer the Severe Duty Maintenance Schedule in the "Service Guide". REPLACING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT When replacing the air filter element, use
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    . Replace the fuel filter with Motorcraft Part No. FD-4596 (Ford Part No. F81Z-9N184-AA). Fuel filter/water separator drain procedure 1. Stop the vehicle and shut off the engine. The vehicle must be stopped with the engine off when draining the fuel filter/water separator. Fuel may ignite if
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    to "Engine Compartment" in the Service points chapter. 4. On F-Series and Excursion models, open fuel filter drain valve by turning clockwise. Allow to drain for approximately 25 seconds or until clean fuel is observed. Close filter drain valve by turning counterclockwise until firmly seated. DR
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    filter drain valve is closed. If removed, install the engine appearance cover. 6. Close the hood and remove the container from under the vehicle. 7. Restart the engine and check WATER IN FUEL indicator light. The light should not glow. If it continues to glow, have fuel system checked and repaired
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    ), or due to service performed, adhere to the following instructions: 1. Drain and flush the cooling system to remove dirt deposits, oil, rust particles. 2. returned to a 50/50 ratio at the end of the winter season. Vehicles with diesel engines typically are used to carry heavy loads and accumulate
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    . Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury from hot coolant or steam blow out and/or damage to the cooling system or engine. Never remove the coolant bottle cap under any circumstances while the engine is operating. Switch off the engine and wait until it has
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    of repairing, servicing, selling, leasing or trading motor vehicles as well as fleet operations from unknowingly removing or rendering emission control system(s) inoperative. Further, modifications of the emission control system(s) could create liability on the part of the individual owners under
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    cabs over 4 536 (10 000 lbs.) GVWR. Tampering with noise control system prohibited Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair or replacement below: • Removal of hood blanket
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    law prohibits vehicle manufacturers, dealers and other persons engaged in the business of repairing, servicing, selling, leasing or trading motor vehicles as well as fleet operations from knowingly removing or rendering an emissions control system inoperative after sale and delivery to an ultimate
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    fuel filter/water separator. • a clogged fuel filter. • contaminated fuel. • air in the fuel system, due to loose connections. • an open or pinched sensor hose. • low engine oil level. • wrong fuel for climactic conditions. If these checks do not help you correct the engine performance problem you
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    Minor troubleshooting guide IF THE ENGINE WON'T CRANK Turn on the headlights. If the lights are dim, do not go on at all or if when the ignition is turned to START the lights become dim or go out, the battery connections may be loose or corroded, or the battery may be discharged. If there is a
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    . • Grill or radiator air blockage. • Slipping or missing drive belt. • Plugged or very dirty air cleaner element. IF FUSES BURN OUT Burned-out or blown fuses usually indicate an electrical short-circuit, although a fuse may occasionally burn out from vibration. Insert a second fuse. If this fuse
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    ) Cooling system (Econoline) 1, 2 Engine oil 3 Fuel tank (F- Series) Fuel tank (Excursion) Fuel tank (Econoline) 4 Radiator cap Manual transmission 5 Automatic transmission 1 2 1 Capacity 31.0L (32.75 quarts) 28.5L (30.0 quarts) 14.2 L (15.0 quarts) Refer to Owner Guide 166.6L (44.0 gallons) 132
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    Ford Part Ford Part Ford Name Number Specification Motorcraft Motor Oil 15W40 XO-15W40-QSD, WSS-M2C171-C, Super Duty, XO-10W30-QSD CH-4/SJ/SH 10W30 Super Duty F4TZ-6731-A (FL-1995) FA-1680 ES-E95AE9601-AA ES-E95AE9601-AA ESE-M97B44-A _ Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter (Use this filter Only) Air Filter
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    10 1 11 1. Battery 2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Fuel filter/water separator drain valve release handle 5. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 6. Air filter assembly 7. Engine oil filler 8. Air filter restriction gauge 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 10. Brake
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    recovery reservoir 3. Engine oil filler 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Automatic transmission dipstick (if equipped) 6. Fuel filter drain valve 7. Clutch fluid reservoir (if equipped) 8. Brake fluid reservoir 9. Air filter restriction gauge 10. Air filter assembly 11. Power steering fluid reservoir 12
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Introduction
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Diesel information
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Warning lights
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Starting
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Driving tips
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General maintenance information
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Scheduled maintenance
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Minor troubleshooting guide
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Capacities and specifications
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Service points
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