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Vehicle care 209 – FORD 2015 E-450 User Manual

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Body
• Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from

exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing and underside of front fenders.

• Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations.
• Touch up raw or primed metal to prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax

to prevent discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the vehicle is
washed.

• Lubricate hood latch, all door latches and trunk lid hinges with a light

grade oil.

• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents.
Engine
• The engine oil and filter should be changed prior to storage, as used

engine oil contains contaminates that may cause engine damage.

• Start the engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle until it reaches normal

operating temperature.

• With your foot on the brake, shift through all the gears while the

engine is running.

Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel until the first automatic shutoff

of the fuel pump nozzle.

Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.

Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.

Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the

battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure
battery charge is maintained for quick starting.

Note: If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset
memory features.

Vehicle Care

209

2015 Econoline (eco)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2014
USA
(fus)

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