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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford cars and light trucks from 1990+

Charging Valve Locations -> Domestic Light Trucks & Vans -> 1992-93
Vehicle: 1993 Ford E-350 Econoline HD Club Wagon 4.9 L6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Cleaning & Inspection -> Disassemble -> E-150, E-250, E-350 & E-450 -> E-150, E-250, E-350 & E-550 -> E-450 -> E-550 -> E-Series -> Edge & MKX -> Escape & Mariner -> Expedition & Navigator -> Expedition, F-Super Duty, Motorhome & Navigator -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Explorer Sport/Sport Trac -> Explorer, Explorer Sport/Sport Trac, Mountaineer & Ranger -> F-150 & Mark LT -> F-Super Duty & Motorhome -> Freestar & Monterey -> Front -> Inspection -> Installation -> Overhaul -> Ranger -> Rear -> Removal -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2008 Ford F-150 HARLEY-DAVIDSON Edition 5.4 V8 GAS

Replacement

Edge & MKX
  • Syphon and discard a portion of brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Position frame side of C-clamp on inboard side of disc brake caliper. Do not place clamp frame over front brake hose.
  • Position screw side of C-clamp on outboard brake shoe and lining, then tighten C-clamp until there is enough clearance to remove caliper.
  • Remove front brake hose flow bolt, then disconnect and plug front brake hose. Discard copper washers.
  • Remove two caliper slide pins.
  • Slide brake shoe and lining out of front disc brake...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Focus -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2000 Ford Focus ZX3 2.0 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 30,000 mi...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2009 Ford F-350 Super Duty XL 6.8 V10 GAS

Front

Warning: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch located in the righthand kick panel area. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.

  • With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
  • Remove the front wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove dust cap and nut from axle halfsha...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Ford cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Fusion SEL 3.0 V6 GAS

If the system detects low tire pressure, CHECK TIRE PRESSURE lamp will illuminate. Inflating tire(s) to recommended pressure will clear the tire ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Ford F-150 Pickup Lightning 5.8 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly, if required.
  • Disconnect wire harness connectors from voltage regulator.
  • Remove accessory drive belt.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts, th...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1999-2003 Windstar & 2004-07 Freestar & Monterey
Vehicle: 2000 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS

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.

  • Open the hood.
  • Release the cabin air filter cover retaining snaps, then remove the cover. The cabin air filter cover is located on the ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

The low coolant warning lamp should light whenever the coolant level in the coolant recovery bottle is 1/4 to 3/4 inch or more below the cold full mark. Raise coolant level in recovery bottle to the cold full mark to turn lamp off.

On models equipped with GEM module and low coolant level warning system, t...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Ranger 2.9 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove overflow tube from coolant recovery bottle and detach it from radiator shroud.
  • Remove four shroud attaching bolts and position it over fan.
  • Remove lower radiator hose and position aside.
  • Remove upper radiator hose and p...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Insert a suitable square drive tool into square hole in tensioner arm, then rotate tensioner...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Ford cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Right Rear Door Diagram for 2007 Ford F-550 Super Duty XLT 6.8 V10 GASRight Rear Door Diagram for 2007 Ford F-550 Super Duty XLT 6.8 V10 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Right Rear Power Window Motor Connector
  • Connector C801
  • Connector C804
  • Connector C803
  • Connector C820
  • RH Kick Panel Components & Connectors Diagram for 1998 Ford E-350 Econoline Super Wagon 6.8 V10 GASRH Kick Panel Components & Connectors Diagram for 1998 Ford E-350 Econoline Super Wagon 6.8 V10 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Inertia Fuel Shut-Off Switch
  • RH Courtesy Lamp Switch
  • Connector C-201
  • Connector C-202
  • Connector C-203
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Ford cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Ford F-150 XL 4.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Ford F-150 XL 4.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Satellite Antenna
  • Audio Control Module
  • Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System Module
  • 1995 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • A/C High Pressure Cutout Switch
  • Constant Control Relay Module
  • A/C High Pressure Cutout/Fan Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Ford cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: FIRM 1-2 SHIFT OR HARSH DRIVELINE CLUNK FELT AT LOW SPEED BELOW 10 MPH ON TIP-IN OR ROUGH IDLE / ROLLING IDLE / IDLE SPEED DROPS BELOW SPECIFICATION
    Vehicle: 2009 Ford Flex SE 3.5 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Driveability
  • Warping
  • Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
  • Document: SUSPENSION - VEHICLE LEAN/SPRING SAG - RATE/CAPACITY
    Vehicle: 1987 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.8 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Ford 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 Ford 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 Ford 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 Ford 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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