Ford 2007 Econoline Supplement Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Driving

Roadside emergencies

Cleaning

Maintenance and Specifications

Scheduled Maintenance Guide

Normal scheduled maintenance and log 54 Exceptions 62 Special operating conditions and log 63 Motorcraft Premium Gold Coolant change record 68

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California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Your new diesel engine will feel, drive and function somewhat differently than a gasoline engine. Therefore it is very important that you read and thoroughly familiarize yourself and others operating the vehicle with this guide.

This guide will acquaint you with the 6.0L Power Stroke diesel engine. It provides recommendations on engine care and operating procedures. For complete vehicle information, also refer to the Owner’s Guide included with the vehicle. It also describes equipment and gives specifications for equipment that was in effect when this guide was approved for printing, and should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle.

Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine and/or transmission damage; refer to the What is not covered section in The new vehicle limited warranty for your vehicle chapter of your vehicle’s Warranty Guide for more information. Your vehicle’s Powertrain Control Systems can detect and store information about vehicle modifications that increase horsepower and torque output. This information cannot be erased and will stay in the system’s memory even if the modification is removed. The Information can be retrieved by Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities when servicing your vehicle. This information may be used to determine if repairs will be covered by warranty.

Ford may discontinue models or change specifications without any notice and without incurring obligations.

Important notice

Ford vehicles are suitable for producing ambulances only if equipped with the Ford ambulance preparation package. In addition, Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendation of the Ford

Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book

(and pertinent supplements) and the Qualified Vehicle Modifiers

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Guidelines. Using a Ford vehicle without the Ford ambulance preparation package to produce an ambulance voids the Ford warranty and could result in elevated underbody temperatures, fuel overpressurization and the risk of fuel expulsion and fires. To determine whether the vehicle is equipped with the Ford ambulance preparation 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.

WARNINGS

Throughout this guide, you will find warnings identified by the symbol

risk of personal injury.

NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to other parts.

Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter of this supplement for more information on oil usage.

. Warnings remind you to be especially careful to reduce the

DIESEL ENGINE INFORMATION

The Diesel engine fuel system consists of:

• On F-Super Duty vehicles, a frame-mounted Horizontal Fuel

Conditioner Module (HFCM)

• On E-Series vehicles, a Fuel Conditioner Module (FCM) mounted on

the driver-side of the transmission case

• an engine-mounted secondary fuel filter

• a unit injector for each cylinder

The FCM/HFCM acts as a primary fuel filter/water separator which removes both water and impurities from the fuel. The engine-mounted fuel filter and the FCM/HFCM filter should be changed at the recommended service interval. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information in this supplement for more information.

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The FCM/HFCM should be drained at regular intervals or when the WATER IN FUEL light illuminates in the instrument cluster.

The fuel injectors are located in the center of the combustion chambers in the cylinder head between the rocker arm assemblies. The glow plug system and fuel injection system are controlled through the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and Fuel Injection Control Module (FICM).

Fuel is drawn from the fuel tank by a frame-mounted electric fuel pump. The fuel pump provides pressurized fuel to the engine and is electronically controlled by the fuel pump PCM relay. The fuel pump contains a pressure relief valve for overpressure protection in the event of restricted flow.

Lubrication system

It is important to change the engine oil at the recommended service intervals, because oil viscosity is important in maintaining the oil pressure required to actuate the fuel injectors. Extended oil change intervals can negatively affect engine performance, fuel economy and engine life. Refer to the engine oil specification chart located under Engine oil specifications in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter of this supplement.

Fast start glow plug system

The glow plug system consists of:

• eight glow plugs

• the glow plug control module (GPCM)

• engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor

• barometric pressure (BARO) sensor

The glow plug system is electronically controlled by the PCM. The GPCM energizes the glow plugs immediately after the ignition is placed in the ON position, then determines how long the glow plugs will be on according to the EOT and BARO sensors. The required time for the glow plugs to be energized decreases as the engine oil temperature and barometric pressure increase.

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Engine cooling system

The cooling system contains an engine oil cooler which is mounted in the center valley of the engine. The cooler’s function is to regulate engine oil temperature.

Engine governed speed

The engine governor is controlled by the PCM. The PCM controls fuel input to limit maximum engine speed. It will not, however, prevent engine overspeeding resulting from downshifting at high vehicle speed or by descending steep grades at too high a vehicle speed for the selected transmission gear.

On F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a manual transmission,

refer to Manual transmission shift speeds in the Driving chapter of your Owner’s Guide for maximum vehicle speed in various gears. Do not exceed 3,600 rpm. Maximum engine governed speed is 4,000 rpm depending on engine load. Excessive rpm can only be achieved by manually downshifting at too high of a vehicle speed.

Operating the engine beyond the governed speed can cause severe engine damage.

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Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS

E-Series

F-Super Duty Standard Cluster

F-Super Duty Optional Cluster

MPH

100

120

km/h

140

110

160

180

100

SELECT/RESET

km/h

DIESEL FUEL ONLY

RPMX1000

TURBO

PSI

PRND2

Glow plug pre-heat indicator:

With the key in the ON position, the

light will illuminate if glow

plug heat is necessary as a starting aid. Wait until the light goes off

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before starting. The light should always illuminate briefly, when the ignition key is in the ON position. If the light does not illuminate, there may be a problem. Refer to Cold weather starting in the Driving chapter of this supplement. 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 promptly to avoid difficulty in cold starting.

Water in fuel:

During refueling, it is possible for water-contaminated diesel fuel to be pumped into your tank. Your vehicle fuel system is equipped with a 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 when the FCM/HFCM has a significant quantity of water in it.

Type A

Type B

Type C

If the light illuminates when the engine is running, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, shut off the engine, then drain the FCM/HFCM. Refer to Draining the FCM/HFCM and changing the fuel filters in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter of this supplement for the drain procedure. Allowing water to stay in the system could result in extensive damage to, or failure of, the fuel injection system.

Do not drain the water separator while the engine is running.

Fuel may ignite if the separator is drained while the engine is running or the vehicle is moving.

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Engine air filter:

The engine air filter warning light illuminates when the air filter restriction gauge reaches the CHANGE FILTER mark. The following message in your message center (depending on how the vehicle is equipped) will appear:

Type A

Type B

The condition should be verified by inspecting the underhood air filter restriction gauge; the warning light is only a secondary indicator. Always use the underhood air filter restriction gauge to determine when the air filter element needs to be changed.

The vehicle may be driven with the engine air filter warning light illuminated/or when the underhood air filter restriction gauge has moved to the CHANGE FILTER mark for up to 250 miles (400 km) without damaging the engine or related components. However, the air filter element must be replaced at the earliest opportunity. Refer to Air filter restriction gauge (if equipped) in this chapter for more information.

The vehicle may be driven with the engine air filter warning light illuminated/or when the underhood air filter restriction gauge has moved to the CHANGE FILTER mark for up to 400 km (250 miles) without damaging the engine or related components. However, the air filter element must be replaced at the earliest opportunity. Refer to Air filter restriction gauge later in this chapter for more information.

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GAUGES

Air filter restriction (if equipped):

The restriction gauge, located on the upper housing of the air cleaner assembly, measures the vacuum inside the air cleaner. The more the air cleaner is restricted (dirty, clogged), the higher the vacuum reading

Check the air filter restriction gauge whenever the hood is raised to perform general engine maintenance at least every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). If the vehicle is operated in extremely dusty conditions, check the gauge at least every 500 miles (800 km), or two weeks, whichever comes first.

Change the air filter when the gauge reads 25 inches (635 mm). Engine performance and fuel economy are adversely affected when the maximum restriction is reached.

Blowing-out the air filter element with compressed air is not recommended as the compressed air may damage the filter paper.

Note: It is not possible to determine the level of filter clogging by visual

appearance alone. A filter which appears to be dirty may actually have several thousand miles (kilometers) of life remaining.

Always use the underhood air filter restriction gauge to determine when the air filter element needs to be changed. The warning light on the instrument cluster should not be used exclusively for determining when the air filter element needs changing.

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After installation of the new filter element, reset the gauge by pressing the reset button on top of the gauge.

Note: If the vehicle is operated in a heavy snow storm, in blowing snow or the vehicle is equipped with a snowplow, the engine air filter element may become partially clogged with snow and/or ice. If this occurs, the engine may experience a significant reduction in power output. The vehicle may be driven under these conditions for up to 100 miles (160 km) without damage to the engine or related components.

At the earliest opportunity, clear all snow and ice from the air induction system and reset the restriction gauge by pressing the button on the end of the gauge. If the air filter restriction gauge vacuum reads above the second line after clearing snow and/or ice, then replace the filter. Reset filter restriction gauge after changing the air filter element.

The air filter warning light on the instrument cluster may be used, in addition to the underhood restriction gauge, to monitor the condition of the air filter element. Refer to the Engine air filter warning light in this chapter of the supplement.

Engine boost gauge (if equipped):

Indicates the amount of pressure in the engine. Driving with your pointer continuously at the high end of the scale may damage the engine.

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STARTING THE ENGINE

Read all starting instructions carefully before you start your vehicle.

For temperatures below 32°F (0°C), the use of the correct grade engine oil is essential for proper operation.

If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, make sure the parking brake is set fully before you turn the key. Depress the clutch pedal and place the gearshift in the neutral position. The clutch must be fully depressed in order to operate the starter. Do not press the accelerator during starting.

If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, ensure the gearshift lever is in P (Park) and the parking brake is set before you turn the key. Do not press the accelerator during starting.

Cold weather starting

The engine block heater must be used for starting when the temperature is -20°F (-29°C) or colder. Refer to Using the engine block heater (if equipped) in the Driving chapter of the Owner’s Guide.

When operating in cold weather, use a minimum of 45 Cetane Diesel fuel or use Cetane Index improvers from a reputable manufacturer.

Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds as starter damage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to 3 (OFF) and wait 30 seconds before trying again.

Do not use starting fluid, such as ether, in the air intake system

(see air cleaner decal). Such fluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the engine and possible personal injury.

Do not add gasoline, gasohol or alcohol to diesel fuel. This

practice creates a serious fire hazard and causes engine performance problems.

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1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). Do not start the engine until the glow-plug pre-heat indicator turns off.

2. When the glow plug pre-heat indicator turns off, turn the key to 5 (START), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. The glow plugs will continue to be activated for two minutes after the glow plug pre-heat indicator before the glow plug activation time ends, the glow plugs will need to be reset by turning the key to 3 (OFF).

3. After the engine starts, allow it to idle for about 15 seconds. Do not increase engine speed until the oil pressure gauge indicates normal pressure.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Turn the ignition to 3 (OFF). To prolong engine life (after extended high speed or maximum GVW operation), it is recommended that a hot engine be allowed to operate at low idle for about 7–10 minutes which would allow sufficient time for the turbocharged engine to cool down.

has turned off. If the engine is not started

COLD WEATHER OPERATION

Changing to a lighter grade engine oil also makes starting easier under these conditions. Refer to Engine oil specifications in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter of this supplement.

At temperatures below 20°F (–7°C), Number 2–D diesel fuel may thicken enough to clog the fuel filter. Your vehicle is equipped with either an FCM (E-Series) or an HFCM (F-Super Duty) which acts as a fuel filter/water separator to keep the wax melted which will help prevent fuel filter clogging. However, if the engine starts but stalls after a short time and will not restart, the fuel filter(s) may be clogged. For best results in cold weather, use Number 1–D diesel fuel or “winterized” Number 2–D diesel fuel which has an additive to minimize wax formation.

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Your vehicle is also equipped with a bypass relief valve, located on the fuel control module, which provides fuel flow to the engine if the fuel pickup should become plugged by ice or wax. To allow this bypass valve to function and avoid engine fuel starvation, it is recommended that, during cold weather operation 32°F (0°C) or below, the fuel level in your tank should not be allowed to drop below air from entering the fuel system and stalling the engine.

In cold weather below 32°F (0°C) your diesel engine will slowly increase to a higher idle speed if left idling in P (Park). As the engine warms-up, the engine sound level will decrease due to the activation of PCM-controlled sound reduction features.

If your vehicle is operated in a heavy snow storm or blowing snow conditions, the engine air induction may become partially clogged with snow and/or ice. If this occurs, the engine may experience a significant reduction in power output. At the earliest opportunity, clear all the snow and/or ice away from the air induction inlet.

In order to operate the engine in temperatures of 32°F (0°C) or lower, read the following instructions:

• Make sure that the batteries are of sufficient size and are fully charged. Check other electrical components to make sure they are in optimum condition.

• Use Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant solution at the concentration recommended to protect the engine against damage from freezing.

• Try to keep the fuel tank full as much as possible at the end operation to prevent condensation in the fuel system.

• Make sure you use proper cold weather engine oil and that it is at its proper level.

• At temperatures of -4°F (-20°C) or below, it is recommended that you use an engine block heater to improve cold engine starting.

• If operating in arctic temperatures of -20°F (-29°C) or lower, consult your truck dealer for information about special cold weather equipment and precautions.

Note: Idling in cold weather will not heat the engine to its normal operating temperature. Long periods of idling in cold weather can cause a buildup of heavy deposits of carbon and rust on valve stems causing them to stick, which in turn, can cause valve train damage.

⁄4full. This will help prevent

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The following cold weather idling guidelines must be followed:

• Avoid idling the engine for more than 10 minutes at a time.

• Use Motor Craft Cetane Index improvers of a non-alcohol based from a

reputable manufacturer.

• Maintain the engine cooling system properly.

• Do not shut the engine down after an extensive idling period (10

minutes or more). Drive the vehicle for several miles with the engine at normal operating temperatures under a moderate load to burn off any accumulated carbon and varnish.

• Consider using an engine block heater.

• For extended idle times use an approved idle speed increase device.

Winter operating tips for Arctic operation -20°F (-29°C) and below

The following information is provided as a guideline only, and is not intended to be the only source of possible solutions in resolving extreme cold temperature issues.

Starting Aids:

The use of the factory engine block heater (refer to Using the engine block heater (if equipped) in the Driving chapter of the Owner’s Guide) and oil pan heaters (aftermarket) will assist in engine starting, in

extreme cold ambient temperatures.

Do not use starting fluid, such as ether, in the air intake system (see air cleaner decal). Such fluid could cause immediate

explosive damage to the engine and possible personal injury.

Idle control:

For periods of extended idle, the throttle should be set at an rpm, which is sufficient to keep the engine at normal operating temperatures. This action can reduce the amount of engine damaging deposits.

• The 6.0L diesel engine contains a unique ⬙Cold Weather – Idle up feature⬙ calibration strategy within the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Under the appropriate conditions, the strategy will automatically elevate the engine idle speed after 130 seconds of idling in cold ambient temperatures. For this feature to be activated the truck must be in P (Park) (for automatic transmission), in neutral (for manual transmission) with the park brake applied and engine oil temperature below 158°F (70°C). This strategy raises the rpm to a

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level that reduces the potential to produce ⬙Coking⬙ or ⬙Wet Stacking⬙, which is common to all diesel engines when idling for extended periods during cold ambient temperatures.

• F-Super Duty/ E-Series, equipped with the 6.0L diesel engine have a factory option for Stationary Elevated Idle Control (SEIC) through dash mounted “Upfitter” switches that will allow the operator to elevate the idle rpm for extended idle periods, as well as aftermarket equipment such as PTO operation. This feature must be configured even if ordered from the factory. See your authorized dealer for required upfitting.

Operation in snow

Vehicle operation in heavy snowfall or in dry loose snow that may swirl around the front of the vehicle may feed excessive amounts of snow into the air intake system. This could plug the air cleaner with snow and cause the engine to stall and/or lose power.

Refer to Air filter restriction gauge and Engine air filter in the Instrument Cluster chapter of this supplement for more information.

Operation in standing water

Ingestion of water into the diesel engine can result in immediate and severe damage to the engine. If driving through water, slow down to avoid splashing water into the intake. If the engine stalls, and ingestion of water into the engine is suspected, do not try to restart the engine. Consult your dealer for service immediately.

Engine block heater (if equipped)

Refer to the Driving chapter in the Owner’s Guide.

DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

If your vehicle is equipped with dual fuel tanks, you will have a selector control, located to the right of the steering wheel, which allows you to draw fuel from either tank. Your fuel gauge will display the amount of fuel in the currently selected tank.

Fuel 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.

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TRAILER TOWING

Refer to your Owner’s Guide for full details on towing a trailer.

Trailer towing tables - E-Series

Engine Rear axle

ratio

E-350 Regular Van (9500 GVWR)

6.0L 3.55 16000 (7257) 9700 (4400)

6.0L 4.10 18500 (8391) 10000 (4536)

E-350 Regular Van (Crew) (9500 GVWR)

6.0L 3.55 16000 (7257) 9400 (4264)

6.0L 4.10 18500 (8391) 10000 (4536)

E-350 Extended Van (9400 GVWR)

6.0L 3.55 16000 (7257) 9500 (4309)

6.0L 4.10 18400 (8346) 10000 (4536)

E-350 Extended Van (Crew) (9400 GVWR)

6.0L 3.55 16000 (7257) 9300 (4218)

6.0L 4.10 18400 (8346) 10000 (4536)

E-350 Regular Wagon (7–passenger) (8700 GVWR)

6.0L 3.55 16000 (7257) 9200 (4173)

6.0L 4.10 17700 (8028) 10000 (4536)

E-350 Regular Wagon (8–passenger) (8700 GVWR)

6.0L 3.55 16000 (7257) 9300 (4218)

6.0L 4.10 17700 (8028) 10000 (4536)

E-350 Regular Wagon (12–passenger) (8700 GVWR)

6.0L 3.55 16000 (7257) 9300 (4218)

6.0L 4.10 17700 (8028) 10000 (4536)

E-350 Cutaway 138” wheelbase, (single rear wheel) (9600

6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)

E-350 Cutaway 138” wheelbase, (dual rear wheel) (10700

6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)

Maximum GCWR -

lbs. (kg)

GVWR)

Maximum

trailer weight -

lbs. (kg)

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Engine Rear axle

ratio

E-350 Cutaway 158” wheelbase, (dual rear wheel) (11500

6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)

E-350 Cutaway 176” wheelbase, (dual rear wheel) (11500

6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)

E-450 Cutaway 158” wheelbase (14050 GVWR)

6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)

E-350 Cutaway 176” wheelbase (14050 GVWR)

6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)

Trailer towing tables - F-Super Duty

Maximum GCWR - lbs (kg.)

Engine Rear axle

ratio

F–250/F–350 Single Rear Wheel (SRW)

6.0L 3.73 23000 (10433) 23000 (10433)

F–350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW)

6 .0L 3.73 23500 (10659) 23500 (10659)

4.10 23500 (10659) 23500 (10659)

4.30 — 26000 (11793)

6.0L 4.30/4.88 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793)

6.0L* 4.88 28000 (12701) 30000 (13608)

6.0L 4.30/4.88 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793)

6.0L* 4.88 28000 (12701) 33000 (14969)

*With high capacity trailer tow package, see rear axle label to identify actual vehicle content.

Maximum GCWR -

lbs. (kg)

GVWR)

Manual

transmission

F–450

F–550

Maximum

trailer weight -

lbs. (kg)

Automatic

transmission

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Integrated hitch rating

The standard integrated hitch has two ratings depending on mode of operation:

• Weight carrying - requires a draw bar and hitch ball. The draw bar supports all the vertical tongue load of the trailer.

• Weight distributing - requires an aftermarket weight distributing system which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up brackets. The vertical tongue load of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system.

F-Super Duty

Maximum

Hitch Type

6.0L DRW Pick—ups 2.5” ID without adapter (requires 2.5” drawbar)

6.0L DRW Pick—ups 2.5” ID with adapter (requires 2” drawbar)

All SRW Pick—ups 2” receiver

Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the limit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural

damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury.

Weight carrying 8000 (3629) 800 (363)

Weight distributing

Weight carrying 6000 (2721) 600 (272)

Weight distributing

Weight carrying 6000 (2721) 600 (272) Weight

distributing

Gross Trailer

Weight — lb.

(kg)

15000 (6804) 1500 (680)

12500 (5670) 1250 (567)

Tongue Weight

Maximum

— lb. (kg)

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JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE (E-SERIES ONLY)

F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with the 6.0L diesel engine can be jump started using the same procedure as a gasoline engine; refer to your Owner’s Guide for the jump starting procedure.

The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or

vehicle damage.

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted.

Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability; damage to the automatic transmission may result.

Preparing your vehicle

When the batteries are disconnected or new batteries are installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.

2. Do not disconnect the batteries of the disabled vehicle as this could

damage the vehicle’s electrical system.

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the passenger side of the disabled

vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles.

Note: This vehicle has two frame-mounted batteries located on the passenger side frame rail, behind the front passenger door. A battery positive (+) jumper stud is located on the frame rail behind the rear most battery box.

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• Location of positive (+) jumper stud; remove the cap to access the jumper stud.

4. Check the assisting vehicle battery terminals and the positive (+)

jumper stud and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that accessible vent caps are tight and level.

5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical

surges. Turn all other accessories off.

Connecting the jumper cables

1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) jumper stud

located on the passenger side frame rail of the disabled vehicle.

Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery.

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2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)

terminal of the assisting battery.

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the

assisting battery.

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4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed

metal part of the disabled vehicle’s frame or chassis, away from the batteries. Do not use fuel lines, brake lines, exhaust components or the battery trays as grounding points.

Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an

explosion of the gases that surround the battery.

5. Ensure that the cables are clear of moving parts or any fuel delivery

system, brake system or exhaust system parts.

Jump starting

1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at

moderately increased speed.

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an

additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.

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