Ford 1998 E-150 Manuel d'utilisateur

Before drivingIntroduction 2Instrumentation 4Controls and features 13Seating and safety restraints 34Starting and drivingStarting 59Driving 63Roadside

GAUGESSpeedometerIndicates the current vehicle speed.Fuel gaugeDisplays approximately how muchfuel is in the fuel tank (when thekey is in the ON posit

Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed foradded engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedtha

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDChecking and adding washer fluidCheck the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with a symbol.If

maintenance, refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter.Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant,antifreeze or windshi

Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixedwith alcohol or methanol antifreeze. Do not use supplemental coolantadditives in

How fail-safe cooling worksIf the engine overheats, the enginewill automatically switch toalternating cylinder operation. Eachdisabled cylinder acts a

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid atleast twice a year. If adding fluid isnecessary, use only MERCONt ATF.1. Star

TRANSMISSION FLUIDChecking and adding automatic transmission fluidFollow the scheduled service intervals outlined in the “Service Guide”.Before adding

2. With the parking brake engagedand your foot on the brake pedal,start the engine and move thegearshift lever through all of thegear ranges. Allow su

BATTERYYour vehicle may be equipped with aSuperstart maintenance-free battery.If the original equipment batteryneeds replacing, it may be replacedwith

3. The relearning process will automatically complete as you drive thevehicle.• If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle, the idle quality o

Engine coolant temperature gaugeIndicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle remainswithin the normal ar

Gasoline enginesDisconnect:1. Disconnect the primary batteryground cable.2. Disconnect the auxiliary batteryframe ground.Remove the ground bolt.Pull t

2. Reconnect the primary batteryground cable.Diesel enginesDisconnect:Secondary positive cable remains energized after disconnection.make sure the too

3. Disconnect the primary batteryground cable.4. Disconnect the primary batterypositive cable.Connect:Secondary positive cable remains energized after

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADESCheck the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem lesseffective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax trea

INFORMATION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADESNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have their Tire Quality Grade(described below) molded into thetire’s sidew

Temperature A B CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to

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Replacing the tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads.Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect theh

• Do not use tire chains on aluminum wheels. Chains may chip thewheels.• Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not usetire chains

• Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel issplashed on the skin, promptly remove contaminated clothing andwash skin thoroughl

Battery voltage gaugeThis gauge shows the batteryvoltage when the ignition is in theON position. If the pointer movesand stays outside the normalopera

Fuel qualityIf you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” ga

4. Use one of the following equations to calculate fuel economy.Liters used x 100 4 Total kilometers traveledTotal miles traveled 4 Total gallons used

Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. Bylaw, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,sells, leases, tr

• Turn signals• Backup lamps• License plate lampDo not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately. If abulb is removed for an extended

6. Remove the bulb retaining ring byrotating it counterclockwise (whenviewed from the rear) about aneighth of a turn to free it from thebulb socket, a

USING THE RIGHT BULBSFunction Number ofbulbsTrade numberHeadlamps (low series) 2 H6054Headlamps (high series) 2 9007Park lamp and turn signal (front)

Washing your vehicleWash your vehicle regularly withcold or lukewarm water. Never usestrong detergents or soap. If yourvehicle is particularly dirty,

Cleaning the engineEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Ta

Cleaning the exterior lampsWash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. Use glasscleaner or tar remover if necessary.To avoid scratch

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.2L V6engine4.6L V8engine5.4L V8engine6.8L V10engineAir filter FA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1632Battery(standard)BXT-6

HEADLAMP CONTROL• Pull the headlamp control towardyou to the first position to turnon the parking lamps, tail lamps,license plate lamps and markerlamp

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityRear axle1Refer tofootnote 4Ford 8.8/9.75inchconventional andTraction-Lok2.6-2.7L(5.5-5.8 pints)1Dana 9.75 inch

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityTransmission3MotorcraftMERCONtVATFAutomatic(4R70W)13.1L(13.9 quarts)MotorcraftMERCON tATFAutomatic(E4OD)15.0L(1

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItem Ford part name Ford partnumberFordspecificationBrake fluid High PerformanceDOT 3 Motor VehicleBrake FluidC6AZ-19542-ABESA

Item Ford part name Ford partnumberFordspecificationParking brakeassembly(E-SuperDuty)MotorcraftMERCONtAutomaticTransmission FluidXT-2-QDX MERCONtFord

ENGINE DATAEngine 4.2L V6 engineCubic inches 256Horsepower 200 @ 4800 rpmTorque 250 lbs.ft. @ 2800 rpmRequired fuel grade 87 octaneFiring order 1-4-2-

Engine 6.8L V10 engineCubic inches 415Horsepower 265 @ 4250 rpmTorque 405 lbs.ft. @ 2750 rpmRequired fuel grade 87 octaneFiring order 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8

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Cutaway/commercial stripped chassis modelsE-250 E-350 E-Super Duty(1) OverallheightRefer to Body Builder for specifications(2) Trackfront/rear1 762.8

• On the safety compliancecertification label. This label isrequired by the National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration andis made of special materi

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause injury or death, youshould im

Flash to passPull toward you to activate andrelease to deactivate.PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel.• Rotatecloc

Aiming headlamps ...125Air bag supplementalrestraint system ...46and child safety seats ...47descri

Hoodrelease lever ...96Ignitionpositions of the ignition ...21Instrument panellighting up panel and interior .14Jum

treadwear ...114Traction-lok rear axle ...107Trailer towing ...70tips ...

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Fuel information Unleaded only - 87 octaneFuel tank capacity Refer to Refill capacities in the Capacitiesand specifications chapter.Engine oilspecific

Fan speed controlControls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle.Temperature control knobControls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle

Operating tips• In humid weather, select before driving. This will help to preventyour windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desire

Fan speed controlControls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle.Temperature control knobControls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle

Under normal conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should beleft in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle isparked. This

• To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with theclimate control system in the OFF position.• Don’t put objects under the front s

ICONSIndicates a warning. Read thefollowing section on Warnings for afull explanation.Indicates vehicle information relatedto recycling and otherenvir

• To control the auxiliary fan withthis control, the rear fan switchon the front control unit must bein the rear control position.• The auxiliary unit

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, locks the

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)To turn speed control on• Press ON.Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling at orabove 48 km/h (30

To set a speed• Press SET ACC/SET ACCEL. Forspeed control to operate, thespeed control must be ON andthe vehicle speed must be greaterthan 48 km/h (30

You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speedcontrol usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle tothe pr

To disengage speed control• Depress the brake pedal.Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed.Pressing OFF will e

TILT STEERING (IF EQUIPPED)Pull the tilt steering control towardyou to move the steering wheel upor down. Hold the control whileadjusting the wheel to

Push the control on the end of thestalk to activate washer. Push andhold for a longer wash cycle.OVERDRIVE CONTROLActivating overdrive(Overdrive) is t

INTERIOR LAMPSCargo and dome lampsRear cargo lamps equipped with anON/OFF/DOOR control will lightwhen:• the doors are closed and theswitch is in the O

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows.• Press the top portion of therocker switch to close.• Press t

SPECIAL NOTICESUsing your vehicle as an ambulanceIf your light truck is equipped with the Ford ambulance preparationpackage, it may be utilized as an

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)To adjust your mirrors:1. Selectto adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror.2. Move the control in th

Locking the doorsPress this control to lock all doors.To confirm all doors are closed andlocked, press the control a secondtime within five seconds. T

• structures around the vehicle• other vehicles parked next to the vehicleTo replace the batteries:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the t

Illuminated entryThe interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used tounlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.The system automa

SEATINGFront seatsNever adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving.Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuringpe

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving.Do not pile cargo higher than the sea

Using the manual lumbar supportTurn the lumbar support controlclockwise to increase firmness.Turn the lumbar support controlcounterclockwise to increa

Stow the tongue end of thedetachable anchor.2. Lift and rotate the LH/RH seat latch handles rearward.3. Lift the LH/RH latch rod hook ends out of the

Quick release captains chairTo remove the seats:1. Disengage the lap/shoulder beltfrom the seat by inserting a key orsmall screwdriver into the slot i

2. Pull the seat latch handle, thenpull the seat toward the right side ofthe vehicle to disengage four pinsfrom the floor mount.3. Remove the seat.To

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Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child frominjury in a collision.All

2. To unfasten, push the red releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombin

How to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt

The safety belt buckle pretensioner is a device which removes excesswebbing from the safety belt system. The safety belt buckle pretensioneruses the s

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle. To lengthen the belt, turnthe tongue at a right angle to thebelt and pull across your lap until itreaches th

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position...The safety belt wa

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautionsThe supplemental restraint systemis designed to:•

Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bagcover on the steering wheel or in front seat areas that may comeinto contact with a depl

The air bags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation.After air bag deployment, it isnormal to notice a smoke-like,powdery residue or smell the burn

section in the Instrumentation chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required.A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of

VOL-PUSH ONAMFMBASSTREBBAL FADESEEKTUNESCAN EJTAPEDOLBY 8 NRREW1FF2SIDE 1-23456STFM 1FM 1FANHILOCOOLWARMMAXA/CNORMA/CVENTOFFFLRMIXCLKClimate control s

Install forward-facing convertible safety seats only in vehicle seatingpositions equipped with lap-shoulder belts. Forward facing convertiblesafety se

A belt-positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests infront of the child’s face or neck, or if the lap belt does not fit snugly onbot

1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.Air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you must use

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle for that seatingposition until you hear and feel thelatch engage. Make sure the tongueis latched secur

8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt.9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to m

Front passenger seating positionThe front passenger seating position does not require any tetherhardware. The tether can be attached directly to the r

4. Grasp the tether strap andposition it to the seat pedestal asshown.5. Rotate the tether strap as shown.6. Clip the tether strap to the seatpedestal

If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly (as shown) the childsafety seat may not be retainedproperly in the event of acollision.7. Rotate the tether

including instructions, may be obtained at no charge from any Forddealer.• Second row bucket seats (at rearof lower seat frame)• 3–passenger bench sea

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLEEngine starting is controlled by the ignition system. This system meetsall Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment stan

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESBrake system warningMomentarily illuminates when theignition is turned to the position ONand the engine is off. Alsoilluminat

2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.3. Make sure the parking brake isset.4. Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).5. Turn the k

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly. If a light fails toilluminate, have the vehicle serviced.• If the driver’s safety belt is faste

Guarding against exhaust fumesAlthough odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaustfumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous eff

BRAKESYour brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the “Service Guide” for scheduledmaintenance.Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indica

light will remain on and your vehicle should be serviced as soon aspossible.Normal braking is still effectiveunless the BRAKE warning lamp isalso illu

The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle. However, ifthe normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop yourvehicle in an

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out byshifting from forward and reverse gears in a steady pattern. Press lightlyon the acce

(Overdrive)The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four.(Overdrive) can be deactivatedby press

1 (First)Use 1 (Low) to provide maximumengine braking on steepdowngrades. Upshifts can be madeby shifting to 2 (Second) or to(Overdrive). Selecting 1

• Maximum Trailer Weight : maximum weight of a trailer the loadedvehicle (including passengers and cargo) is permitted to tow. It isdetermined by subt

The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition isfirst turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after theeng

DRIVING THROUGH WATERDo not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth isunknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and i

Trailer Towing TableGCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR-kg(lbs.)Trailer weightrange-kg (lbs.)(0-Maximum)

Trailer Towing TableGCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR-kg(lbs.)Trailer weightrange-kg (lbs.)(0-Maximum)

Trailer Towing TableGCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR-kg(lbs.)Trailer weightrange-kg (lbs.)(0-Maximum)

Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, soyou cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle.Distribut

The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at theGVWR not GCWR.Trailer lampsTrailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make

Trailer towing tips• Practice turning, stopping and backing up in an area before starting ona trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination.

HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROLUse only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown,approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when t

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FUSES AND RELAYSFusesIf electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinth

Transmission control indicator light (TCIL)The word OFF located on the endof the gearshift lever is thetransmission control indicator light(TCIL).The

To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover.The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription1

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription6 10A Shift Interlock, Speed Control, DRL Module7 10A Multi-Function Switch, Turn Signals8 30A Radio Capaci

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription29 — Not Used30 15A Headlamps (High Beam Indicator), DRL31 10A Right Headlamp (Low Beam), DRL32 — Not Used3

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription1 — Not Used2 — Not Used3 — Not Used4 10A PCM Keep Alive Memory

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription14 30A Trailer Running Lamps Relay, Trailer BackupLamps Relay15 40A Main Light Switch16 50A RKE Module, Aux

CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel

3. Raise the tire by turning thewrench or handle clockwise.Continue until the lift mechanism“clicks.”4. Check that the tire is tightlyseated under the

5. Block the wheel that is diagonallyopposite the tire you are changing.On E-Super Duty vehicles, theparking brake is on thetransmission. Therefore, t

Replacing the tire1. Assemble the jack handle sections together and lock into jack. Use thejack handle to slide the jack under the vehicle.To lessen t

• E-Super DutyFront axle jacking points:• All modelsPlace the jack under the pin on thefront axle.3. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is

High beamsIlluminates when the high beamheadlamps are turned on.Oil pressure/Engine coolantThis light will come on when thekey is in the ON position a

• 5 lug wheel• 8 lug wheelNever use wheels or lug nuts different than the originalequipment as this could damage the wheel or mounting system.This dam

Model Bolt Size Wheel Lug nut Torque*N•M Ft-LbE-150 1/2-20 135 100E-250, E-350 andE-Super Duty9/16-18 190 140* Torque specifications are for nut and b

Connecting the jumper cables1. Position the vehicles so that theydo not touch one another.2. Switch off the engine. Switch offany unnecessary electric

Jump starting1. Start the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increasedspeed.2. Start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged batte

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. I

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

Working with the engine on1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park).2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle

1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Engine oil filler3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick4. Air filter assembly5. Engine oil dipstick6. Power s

• 4.6L V8 engine6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.• If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the o

Adding engine oil1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engineoil in this chapter.2. If the fluid level is not within the no