Ford 2000 E-150 User Manual

Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 8
Controls and features 17
Seating and safety restraints 71
Starting and driving
Starting 104
Driving 109
Roadside emergencies 127
Servicing
Maintenance and care 150
Capacities and specifications 199
Customer assistance 210
Reporting safety defects 222
Index 223
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Ford 2000 E-150 Specifications

General

Brand	Ford
Model	2000 E-150
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Explanation of various symbols used in the owner's guide to convey important information.

Instrumentation

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Details on dashboard warning lights and chimes, explaining their meanings and required actions.

GAUGES

Explanation of the vehicle's gauges including speedometer, fuel, coolant, and oil levels.

Controls and features

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Instructions for operating the climate control system, including heater, fan, and mode settings.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

Detailed guide on using and setting the vehicle's cruise control system.

Seating and safety restraints

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

Information and essential precautions regarding the vehicle's airbag system.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN

Guidance on the proper use of child safety seats and vehicle restraints.

Starting

STARTING THE ENGINE

A step-by-step procedure for starting the vehicle's engine.

Driving

Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Explanation of ABS operation, warning lights, and proper usage techniques.

TRAILER TOWING

Information regarding trailer towing capacities and relevant tables.

Roadside emergencies

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

Details on Ford's roadside assistance program and available services.

CHANGING THE TIRES

A step-by-step guide for removing and replacing a flat tire.

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Instructions and safety precautions for jump-starting a vehicle.

Maintenance and care

ENGINE OIL

Guidance on checking and adding engine oil, including specifications.

ENGINE COOLANT

Instructions for checking and adding engine coolant and handling severe climates.

SERVICING YOUR TIRES

Procedures for checking tire pressure and performing tire rotation.

Capacities and specifications

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS

A list of Motorcraft part numbers for various vehicle components.

REFILL CAPACITIES

Details on fluid capacities for engine, transmission, and other vehicle systems.

Customer assistance

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. only)

Information on the arbitration program for warranty disputes in the U.S.

Reporting safety defects

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)

Instructions for reporting vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and Ford.