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Ford E450 2000 User Manual
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Disconnecting
dual
batteries
(if
equipped)
The
primary
battery
is
located
under
the
hood.
The
auxiliary
battery
is
located
on
the
passenger
side
frame
rail.
Gasoline
engines
Disconnect:
1.
Disconnect
the
primary
battery
ground
cable.
Maintenance
and
care
170
169
171
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
2
Icons
2
Warnings
2
Braking-In Your Vehicle
3
Special Notices
3
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
4
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
6
Instrumentation
8
Climate Control System
9
Service Engine Soon
10
Brake System Warning
10
Anti-Lock Brake System
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
What You Should Do if the Service Engine Soon Light Illuminates
11
Transmission Control Indicator Light (TCIL)
12
Safety Belt
12
Charging System
12
Air Bag Readiness
12
Safety Belt Warning Chime/Buzzer
13
Oil Pressure/Engine Coolant
13
High Beams
13
Turn Signal
13
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime/Buzzer
14
Headlamps on Warning Chime
14
Speedometer
14
Fuel Gauge
14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
15
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
15
Battery Voltage Gauge
16
Trip Odometer
16
Odometer
16
Headlamp Control
17
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
17
Controls and Features
17
Panel Dimmer Control
18
Climate Control System
18
Flash to Pass
18
Operating Tips
19
Fan Speed Control
19
Mode Selector Control
19
Temperature Control Knob
19
Auxiliary Heater and Air Conditioner
23
Auxiliary Power Point 12V
24
Using Your Audio System
25
AM/FM Stereo (with 2 Speakers)
25
AM/FM Stereo (with 4 Speakers and Fade Capability)
25
AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
26
AM/FM Select
26
Volume/Power Control
26
Seek Function in Radio Mode
27
Radio Station Memory Preset
27
Setting Memory Preset Stations
27
Bass Adjust
27
Treble Adjust
28
Speaker Balance Adjust
28
Speaker Fade Adjust
28
Setting the Clock
28
AM/FM Stereo Cassette
30
AM/FM Select in Tape Mode
31
Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
31
Scan Function
32
Scan Function in Radio Mode
32
Tape Select
33
Automatic Music Search
34
Rewind
34
Fast Forward
34
Tape Direction Select
34
Dolby Noise Reduction
35
Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette
36
Speed Sensitive Volume
37
Starting Autoset Memory Preset
41
Tape/CD Select
42
Eject Function
43
Compression Feature
43
Shuffle Feature
43
Program Type
44
Traffic
44
Radio Data System (RDS) Feature
44
Show
45
RDS Clock Feature
45
Mute Mode
45
Setting the Clock with Radio Data System (RDS) Feature
45
Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
46
Troubleshooting the CD Player
56
Radio Frequency Information
57
Cassette and Cassette Player Care
57
CD and CD Player Care
57
Cleaning Compact Discs
57
Positions of the Ignition
58
Radio Reception Factors
58
Hazard Flasher
59
Turn Signal Control
59
Speed Control
59
To Turn Speed Control off
60
To Set a Speed
60
To Set a Lower Set Speed
61
To Set a Higher Set Speed
61
To Return to a Previously Set Speed
62
To Disengage Speed Control
62
Tilt Steering
63
Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
63
Overdrive Control
64
Cargo and Dome Lamps
65
Front and Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps
65
Power Windows
65
Interior Lamps
65
Power Door Locks
66
Memory Lock
66
Back Cargo Door Lock
66
Power Side View Mirrors
67
Remote Entry System
67
Unlocking the Doors
68
Locking the Doors
68
Sounding a Panic Alarm
68
Replacing the Battery
69
Replacing Lost Transmitters
70
Illuminated Entry
70
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
71
Seating and Safety Restraints
71
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
72
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
73
Accessing the 3Rd, 4Th and 5Th Row Seats
73
Rear Bench Seat
74
To Install the Seat
75
Quick Release Captains Chair
76
Safety Restraints Precautions
77
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
79
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
79
Automatic Locking Mode
79
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
80
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
80
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
81
Safety Belt Pretensioner
81
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
81
Adjusting the Lap Belt
82
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
83
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
83
Belt Minder
84
One Time Disable
86
Deactivating/Activating the Belt Minder Feature
86
Safety Belt Maintenance
87
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
88
Important Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
88
Children and Air Bags
90
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
90
The SRS Consists of
92
Determining if the System Is Operational
92
Safety Restraints for Children
93
Important Child Restraint Precautions
93
Children and Safety Belts
94
Safety Seats for Children
95
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
95
Tether Anchorage Hardware
99
Front Passenger Seating Position
99
Rear Seating Positions
103
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
104
Important Safety Precautions
104
Starting
104
Starting the Engine
106
Using the Engine Block Heater
106
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
107
Important Ventilating Information
108
Brakes
109
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
109
Driving
109
ABS Warning Lamp
110
Using ABS
110
Parking Brake
111
Steering
112
Traction-Lok Axle
113
Preparing to Drive Your Vehicle
113
Automatic Transmission Operation
114
Brake-Shift Interlock
114
Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission
115
Understanding Gearshift Positions
115
Forced Downshifts
117
Shift Strategy (4R100 Automatic Transmission)
117
Vehicle Loading
118
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility-Type Vehicles
119
Trailer Towing
120
Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
120
Preparing to Tow
123
Hitches
123
Safety Chains
123
Trailer Brakes
123
Driving While You Tow
124
Trailer Lamps
124
Using a Step Bumper
124
Servicing after Towing
125
Trailer Towing Tips
125
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
125
Driving through Water
126
Recreational Towing
126
Using Roadside Assistance
127
Getting Roadside Assistance
127
Roadside Emergencies
127
Resetting the Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
128
Roadside Coverage Beyond Basic Warranty
128
Fuses and Relays
130
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
131
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
131
Power Distribution Box
134
Changing the Tires
137
Relays
137
Spare Tire Information
137
Preparing to Change the Tire
138
To Stow the Spare Tire
138
Tire Change Procedure
138
Replacing the Tire
140
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
144
Connecting the Jumper Cables
145
Removing the Jumper Cables
147
Wrecker Towing
149
Working with the Engine Off/On
150
Service Recommendations
150
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
150
Maintenance and Care
150
Opening the Hood
151
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
152
Checking the Engine Oil
152
Adding Engine Oil
154
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
154
Changing the Air Filter Element
155
Air Filter Maintenance
155
Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
156
Windshield Washer Fluid
157
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
157
Checking Engine Coolant
158
Adding Engine Coolant
160
Recycled Engine Coolant
161
Coolant Refill Capacity
161
Severe Climates
162
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
163
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
163
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
164
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
165
Low Fluid Level
166
Correct Fluid Level
166
High Fluid Level
166
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
166
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
167
Battery
167
Gasoline Engines
170
Disconnecting Dual Batteries
170
Windshield Wiper Blades
173
Checking the Wiper Blades
173
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
174
Changing the Wiper Blades
174
Treadwear
175
Traction AA a B C
175
Temperature a B C
175
Tire Rotation
176
Servicing Your Tires
176
Checking the Tire Pressure
176
Replacing the Tires
177
Five Tire Rotation
177
Snow Tires and Chains
178
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
179
Choosing the Right Fuel
181
Octane Recommendations
181
Fuel Quality
181
Cleaner Air
182
Running out of Fuel
182
Fuel Filler Cap
182
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
183
Fuel Filter
183
Measuring Techniques
183
Filling the Tank
183
Calculating Fuel Economy
184
EPA Window Sticker
186
Conditions
186
Emission Control System
186
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
187
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
188
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)
188
To Install the New Bulb
189
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Low Series)
190
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
191
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
191
Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
192
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
192
Using the Right Bulbs
193
Aiming the Headlamps
193
Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
193
Washing Your Vehicle
194
Waxing Your Vehicle
194
Repairing Paint Chips
195
Cleaning the Wheels
195
Cleaning the Engine
195
Cleaning the Wiper Blades, Windshield and Rear Window
196
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
196
Cleaning Non-Painted Plastic Exterior Parts
196
Cleaning the Instrument Panel
197
Cleaning the Instrument Cluster Lens
197
Cleaning the Interior Fabric
197
Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
198
Underbody
198
Motorcraft Part Numbers
199
Capacities and Specifications
199
Refill Capacities
200
Lubricant Specifications
203
Engine Data
206
Vehicle Dimensions
206
Cutaway/Commercial Stripped Chassis Models
208
Vehicle Identification Number
209
Ford Extended Service Plan
210
Customer Assistance
210
Reporting Safety Defects
222
Index
223
Filling Station Information
231
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Ford E450 2000 Specifications
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Model
E450 2000
Category
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Language
English
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