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Engine coolant check, E see engine coolant check, Maintenance – FORD 2014 F-550 v.3 User Manual

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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC), comprised of
U.S. and Japanese automobile
manufacturers.

1.

Check the engine oil level.

2. If the engine oil level is not within the

normal range, add engine oil that
meets Ford specifications. See
Capacities and Specifications for more
information.

3. Remove the engine oil filler cap and

use a funnel to pour the engine oil into
the opening.

4. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure

the oil level is not above the normal
operating range on the engine oil level
dipstick.

5. Install the engine oil level dipstick and

ensure it is fully seated.

6. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by

turning the filler cap clockwise until
three clicks are heard or until the cap
is fully seated.

ENGINE COOLANT CHECK

Checking the Engine Coolant

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a
diesel engine, refer to the Diesel
Supplement.

When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the engine
coolant at the intervals listed in the
scheduled maintenance information. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 430).

Note: Make sure that the level is between
the MIN and MAX marks on the coolant
reservoir.

Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the MAX mark

Note: If the level is at the MIN mark, below
the MIN mark, or empty, add coolant
immediately. See Adding Engine Coolant
in this chapter.

The coolant concentration should be
maintained within 48% to 50%, which
equates to a freeze point between -29°F
(-34°C) and -35°F (-37°C).

Note: For best results, coolant
concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Rotunda tool
300-ROB75240 available from your
authorized dealer. Ford does not
recommend the use of hydrometers or
coolant test strips for measuring coolant
concentrations.

Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Do not use engine coolant
or antifreeze or windshield washer fluid
outside of its specified function and vehicle
location.

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