Ford F 450 Owners Manual
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3. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up. 4. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through the wheel center. Pull on the cable to align the components at the end of the cable. 5. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowed position underneath the vehicle. The effort to turn the jack handle increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips when the tire is raised to the maximum tightness. Tighten to the best of your ability, to the point where the ratchet/slip occurs, if possible. The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten. If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort, take the vehicle to your authorized dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience. 6. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly tightened. Try to push or pull, then turn the tire to be sure it will not move. Loosen and retighten, if necessary. Failure to properly stow the spare tire may result in failure of the winch cable and loss of the tire. 7. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire pressure (every six months, perscheduled maintenance information), or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other components. 8. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumper drive tube with the spare tire lock key (if equipped) and jack handle. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications WARNING:When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of control. On vehicles equipped with single rear wheels, retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 100 miles (160 kilometers) after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal). 380Wheels and Tires 2013 F-250/350/450/550(f23) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA(fus)
On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels, retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 100 miles (160 kilometers), and again at 500 miles (800 kilometers) of new vehicle operation and after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal). Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* ft-lb N•m M14 x 1.5 165 224 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. It is important to follow the proper wheel mounting and lug nut torque procedures. On all two-piece flat wheel nuts, apply one drop of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut. Inspect the wheel pilot hole and mounting surface prior to installation. Remove any visible corrosion or loose particles. Wheels and Tires381 2013 F-250/350/450/550(f23) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA(fus)
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Engine 6.2L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Cubic inches 378 413 Required fuelMinimum 87 octane or Ethanol (E85)Minimum 87 octane Firing order 1-5–4–8–6–3–7–2 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9 Spark plug gap0.041–0.047 inch (1.04–1.20 mm)0.039–0.043 inch (1.0–1.1 mm) Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Compression ratio 9.8:1 9.2:1 Engine Drivebelt Routing 6.2L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine with A/C 382Capacities and Specifications 2013 F-250/350/450/550(f23) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA(fus)
6.8L V10 engine - without A/C Capacities and Specifications383 2013 F-250/350/450/550(f23) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA(fus)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / Ford specification Front axle 5.8 pints (2.8L)Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle LubricantXY-80W-90–QL / WSP-M2C197–A Spindle bearing —High Temperature 4X4 Front Axle and Wheel Bearing GreaseXG-11 / WSS-M1C267-A1 Rear axle - F-250/350 (10.50 inch axle) 1 6.9 pints (3.3L)Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle LubricantXY-75W140–QL / WSL-M2C192-A Rear axle - F-350 (Dana M80)8.5 pints (4.0L)Motorcraft® SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Rear Axle LubricantXY-75W90–QLS / WSS–M2C918–A Rear axle - F-450/550 (Dana S110/S130)14.0 pints (6.6L)Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle LubricantXY-75W140–QL / WSL-M2C192-A Brake fluidBetween MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoirMotorcraft® High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake FluidPM-1–C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 Engine coolant (6.2L V8 engine) 2 21.3 quarts (20.2L)Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant PredilutedVC-3DIL-B (US) / CVC-3DIL-B (Canada) / WSS-M97B44-D2 Engine coolant (6.8L V10 engine) 2 26.7 quarts (25.3L) 384Capacities and Specifications 2013 F-250/350/450/550(f23) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA(fus)
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / Ford specification Engine and fuel coolant (diesel engine)Refer to the diesel supplement. Engine oil (6.2L V8 and 6.8L V10 gasoline engines) 5,6 7.0 quarts (6.6L)Motorcraft® or equivalent SAE 5W-20 motor oilWSS-M2C945-A Engine oil (diesel engine)Refer to the diesel supplement. Fuel tank (incomplete vehicle, steel tank, middle location)28 gallons (106L) — — Fuel tank (pickup with gasoline engine)35 gallons (132L) — — Fuel tank (incomplete vehicle, steel tank, aft axle location)40 gallons (151L) — — Fuel tank (diesel engine)Refer to the diesel supplement. Hinges, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks— Multi-Purpose GreaseXG–4 or XL-5 / ESB-M1C93–B Lock cylinders —Motorcraft® Penetrating and Lock LubricantXL-1 / None Transmission / parking brake linkages and pivots, brake pedal shift—Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C or XG-1-K / WSD-M1C227-A Capacities and Specifications385 2013 F-250/350/450/550(f23) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA(fus)
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / Ford specification Power steering fluidKeep fluid level between MIN and MAX on reservoirMotorcraft® MERCON® V ATFXT-5-QM / MERCON® V Transfer case fluid 2.0 quarts (1.9L)Motorcraft® Transfer Case FluidXL-12 / — Automatic transmission fluid (5–speed) 3,4,7 17.5 quarts (16.6L) Motorcraft® MERCON® LV ATFXT-10–QLV / MERCON® LV Automatic transmission fluid (6-speed) 3,4,8 18.5 quarts (17.5L) 16.7 quarts (15.8L) Windshield washer fluid Fill as requiredMotorcraft® Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (US) Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid (Canada)ZC-32–A (US) CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F) (Canada) / WSB-M8B16–A2 /- - 1Add 8 oz. (236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of limited slip Ford axles. Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water.2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.3Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick blade or the dipstick handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the correct type. Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. 386Capacities and Specifications 2013 F-250/350/450/550(f23) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA(fus)
Note:Automatic transmissions that require MERCON® LV should only use MERCON® LV fluid. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.4Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.5Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil must meet or exceed the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A, SAE 5W-20, and display the API Starburst Certification Mark.6If the Ford specification is not shown on the oil container, the oil container must display the API Starburst Certification Mark and the correct viscosity.7Refer toChecking automatic transmission fluidin this chapter for the correct dipstick type. Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type A.8Refer toChecking automatic transmission fluidin this chapter for the correct dipstick type. Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type B. Capacities and Specifications387 2013 F-250/350/450/550(f23) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA(fus)
MOTORCRAFT® PART NUMBERS Component 6.2L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Air filter element FA-1883 FA-1883 Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S Battery (standard) BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650 Battery (optional) BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 Spark plugs-platinum 1 Seat filter FS-107 Windshield wiper bladeWW-2201-PF 1For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to the scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs. Note:Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft® or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 388Capacities and Specifications 2013 F-250/350/450/550(f23) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA(fus)
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: A. World manufacturer identifier B. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location C. Make, vehicle line, series, body type D. Engine type E. Check digit F. Model year G. Assembly plant H. Production sequence number. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Capacities and Specifications389 2013 F-250/350/450/550(f23) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA(fus)