Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2002 F-550 v.3 User Manual
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The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow
tires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that steel
wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used as chains may chip
aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
• Use only SAE Class S chains.
• Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
• Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, remove
the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.
• If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
• Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use
tire chains on dry roads.
• The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and chains.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component*
5.4L V8 engine
6.8L V10 engine
Air filter element
FA-1634
FA-1634
Fuel filter
FG-986B
FG-986B
Oil filter
FL-820-S
FL-820-S
PCV valve
EV-233
EV-233
Battery (Standard)
BXT-65-650
BXT-65-650
Battery (Optional)
BXT-65-750
BXT-65-750
Spark plugs-platinum**
AGSF-22W
AGSF-22W
*Refer to the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplement for Motorcraft diesel engine service part
numbers.
**Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
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