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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Duty Trucks & Vans -> A/C Compressor Clutch Cycle Switch, Replace -> Econoline, Excursion, Explorer, F-Series & Mountaineer, Villager & Windstar -> Expedition & Navigator -> Ranger
Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 CNG

Econoline, Excursion, Explorer, F-Series & Mountaineer, Villager & Windstar

The A/C cycling switch is mounted on a Schrader valve type fitting on top of the suction accumulator/drier. It is not necessary to discharge the refrigerant system to remove the A/C cycling switch.

  • Disconnect A/C cycling switch connector.
  • Remove A/C clutch cycling switch from accumulator/drier.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Expedition & Navigator
  • On 1999-2000 models, remove junction block splash shield, connector and screws, then th...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Drum Brakes -> Expedition, Explorer, E-150, F-150, F-250LD, Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger -> Inspection -> Adjuster Mechanism -> Backing Plate -> Brake Drums -> Brake Linings & Springs -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 CNG

Brake Drums

Any time brake drums are removed for brake service, braking surface diameter should be checked with a suitable micrometer at several points to determine if they are within the safe oversize limit stamped on the brake drum outer surface. If braking surface diameter exceeds specifications, the drum must be replaced. If braking surface diameter is within specifications, drums should be cleaned and inspected for cracks, scores, deep grooves, taper, out of round and heat spotting. If drums are cracked or heat spotted, they must be replaced.

Minor scores should be removed with sa...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> 1992-98 Bronco II, F250HD & F350, F-Super Duty, Bronco & F150-350 Except 1997-98 F250 LD
Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 BI-FUEL

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Rear -> Three Piece Driveshaft -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support the vehicle.
  • Index-mark front driveshaft to front axle flange and at transfer case flange.
  • Remove and discard bolts and U-joint retainers.
  • Remove and discard four flange bolts.
  • Compress and separate front driveshaft from front axle, then separate driveshaft from transfer case. Wrap electrical tape around the bearing cups to prevent them from falling off the U-joint spider.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque flange bolts to 30 ft. lbs.
    • Torque U-joint retainer bolts to 16 ft. lbs.

Rear

One Piece Driveshaft
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • To maint...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup Super CAB 5.4 V8 BI-FUEL

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect accessory drive belt.
  • Remove alternator bracket bolts.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts.
  • Remove alternator from vehicle.
  • Disco...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1997-2007 Expedition, F-150, Navigator, 2002 Blackwood & 2006-07 Mark LT
Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 BI-FUEL

On these models, the cabin air filter is an option.

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • From under passenger side of the instrument panel behind the glove compartment, remove the cabin air filter cover to the bottom of the heater plenu...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Electronic Throttle Control ->
Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 CNG

Electronic throttle displays when the system has malfunctioned and the engine has defaulted to a limp-home operation. On vehicles equipped with ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 GAS

  • Drain cooling system.
  • Remove front air deflector if necessary.
  • Using a suitable fan clutch holding tool and fan clutch wrench tool remove fan blade and lefthand thread clutch.
  • Disconnect and plug transmission fluid cooler ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 BI-FUEL

  • Rotate drive belt tensioner counterclockwise, using a 1/2 square hole in drive belt tensioner pull...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Components & Connectors Diagram for 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup Super CAB 4.6 V8 GASEngine Components & Connectors Diagram for 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup Super CAB 4.6 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Right Front Wheel 4WABS Sensor
  • Starter Motor Relay
  • Left Headlamp
  • Left Fog Lamp
  • Mass Air Flow Sensor
  • Engine Components & Connectors Diagram for 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup Super CAB 4.6 V8 GASEngine Components & Connectors Diagram for 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup Super CAB 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • A/C Compressor Clutch Solenoid
  • Starter Motor
  • Knock Sensor
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 Ford F-150 Pickup  5.4 V8 CNG Wiring Diagram1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 CNG Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Air Suspension (RAS) Module
  • Rear Air Suspension Compressor Motor and Vent Solenoid
  • Right Rear Air Spring Solenoid
  • Left Rear Air Spring Solenoid
  • Right Air Suspension Compressor Relay
  • 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup  4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Mirror Switch
  • Right Power Mirror
  • Left Power Mirror
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SAFETY RECALL - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
  • Document: RECALL - CERTAIN 1992-2003 MODEL YEAR CARS AND TRUCKS - FUSED JUMPER HARNESS REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES SERVICED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE FUSED JUMPER HARNESS
    Vehicle: 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1998 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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