Car maintenance Ford Transit 2

Maintenance and care — specifications
Engine Oil filter type: Champion E103 Cooling system Coolant characteristics at standard mixture ratio: Thickening temperature - 25°C Curing temperature - 30°C Specific...

Lubricants, liquids and containers
Component/system Type/specification of working substance Mobil 1 Recommendations 1 Engine Universal motor oil, viscosity range 5W/50-10W/30, API specifications SG/CD and...

Purchasing spare parts and identification numbers
Purchase of spare parts Replacement parts can be purchased from many places, including: the manufacturer's authorized dealer, a regular auto parts store, or a specialty...

Ford Transit Diesel Service Schedule
General part Below is the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule for the Ford Transit Diesel. All intervals listed in the schedule should be calculated from the...

Maintenance and Care — introduction
This chapter has been compiled to help novice mechanics maintain their Ford Transit Diesel in a state of maximum technical readiness, economy, safety and reliability....

Checking fluid levels (daily/monthly)
General part 1. Fluids are essential components in the lubrication, cooling, brake, clutch and windshield washer systems. Since fluids are gradually consumed or become...

Check tire treads and pressure (daily)
1. Regularly inspecting your tires will help you avoid the unpleasant situation of stopping on the road with a flat tire. In addition, checking the condition of the...

Checking the power steering fluid level (monthly)
1. The power steering fluid reservoir is located on the front left side of the engine compartment. 2. To check the fluid level, the power steering system must be warmed...

Inspection of windshield and rear window wipers/washers (daily/monthly)
1. Windscreen wipers with blades must be inspected at the frequency specified in specifications , for wear, damage or loss of elements. 2. Road dust, settling on the...

Electrical system check (every 10,000 km or 6 months)
1. Check the operation of all external lights and indicators (front and back). 2. Check the operation of the instrument panel, lighting and indicator lamps, as well as...

Checking, servicing and charging the battery (every 10,000 km or 6 months)
Warning: When performing battery inspection and maintenance procedures, certain precautions must be taken. Hydrogen gas, which is a highly flammable gas, is always...

Seat belt inspection (every 10,000 km or 6 months)
1. Check the operation and condition of the seat belts. Inspect the woven tape for fraying and nicks. Make sure the belts move into the drums smoothly and without...

Inspection and replacement of drive belts (every 10,000 km or 6 months)
General part 1. The main drive belt, which is of the flat-toothed (or "multi-V") type, is mounted at the front of the engine and transmits torque from the crankshaft...

Inspection and replacement of hoses in the engine compartment (every 10,000 km or 6 months)
Warning: Air conditioning system hose replacement must be performed by the manufacturer's dealer or a qualified air conditioning repair shop equipped to safely discharge...

Changing engine oil and oil filter (every 10,000 km or 6 months)
1. Frequent engine oil changes are the most important preventative maintenance procedure a home mechanic can perform. Over time, motor oil becomes thinner and more...

Checking and cleaning the oil filler cap (every 10,000 km or 6 months)
1. Remove and inspect the cap to ensure it is in good condition and not clogged with sediment. 2. Remove the inside of the cap and clean it, if necessary, with solvent...

Draining sediment from the fuel filter (every 10,000 km or 6 months)
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. To prevent leaking fuel from damaging the starter, it is advisable to cover the starter with a plastic bag or something...

Check steering, suspension and wheels (every 10,000 km or 6 months)
Checking the front suspension and steering 1. With the parking brake applied, raise the front of the vehicle and place it on stands. 2. Visually inspect the ball joint...

Brake check (every 10,000 km or 6 months)
Please note: Detailed photographs of the brake system are provided in Chapter 9 . 1. The checks described in this Section must be carried out at least at the intervals...

Checking the engine compartment wiring (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. After parking the car on a level horizontal surface, apply the parking brake and raise the hood. Using a flashlight, inspect all visible wiring within and under the...

Checking the air conditioning system (monthly/every 20,000 km or 12 months)
Warning: The air conditioning system is under high pressure. Do not loosen the system fasteners or remove any system components until the system is discharged. The...

Check and lubricate the hood and doors (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. Make sure all doors, hood and tailgate close securely. Check the operation of the hood latch and door travel limiters. 2. Sparingly, without using a lot of oil,...

Kingpin and steering bush lubrication — models with independent front suspension (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. With the parking brake applied, jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on jack stands so that the wheels can rotate freely. 2. Clean the surfaces adjacent to...

Checking the oil level in a manual transmission (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. The manual transmission does not have a dipstick for measuring the level. To perform the check, raise the vehicle and support it securely on supports so that it...

Clutch cable lubrication (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. With the parking brake applied, jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on supports. 2. Move the protective rubber boot on the end of the cable towards the...

Lubrication of the sliding joint of the overdrive transmission and the propeller shaft (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. Apply the parking brake, then jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on stands. 2. Clean all surfaces adjacent to the grease fittings on the cardan shaft...

Lubrication of automatic transmission rods and levers (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. Apply the parking brake, then jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on stands. 2. Lubricate the shift rod bushings with grease, then apply a few drops of...

Lubrication and adjustment of parking brake rods and levers (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. With the front wheels blocked, jack up the rear of the vehicle and support it on jack stands so that the wheels can rotate freely. 2. Lubricate the handbrake lever...

Checking the universal joint and intermediate bearing of the propeller shaft (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. Ideally, for inspection, the vehicle should be raised on both sides and securely supported so that the rear wheels can rotate freely. 2. Inspect the intermediate...

Inspection of the condition of the underbody and fuel and brake system pipelines (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. With the vehicle supported on supports or in an inspection pit, conduct a full inspection of the underbody and wheel arches for damage and corrosion. In particular,...

Exhaust system inspection (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. When the engine is cold (at least three hours after work) perform a complete inspection of the exhaust system from the beginning of the exhaust manifold to the end of...

Checking the rear axle oil level (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. Ideally, when checking the oil level, the car should be standing on its wheels, but if you do not have enough space under the car when it is on the ground, you can...

Checking and adjusting the rear brake pressure regulator (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. The function of this device is to regulate the brake fluid pressure on the rear wheels in accordance with the vehicle load. The pressure regulator was installed only...

Checking the tightening torque of wheel nuts (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
Please note: Cars manufactured before 1992 with six-stud wheels have left-hand threaded nuts on the left side (unscrew clockwise). Since 1992, nuts with normal...

Trial tests after service or repair (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
Checking the operation of the brake system 1. Make sure that the vehicle does not pull to one side when braking and that the wheels do not lock prematurely when braking...

Checking the automatic transmission fluid level (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
1. The transmission fluid level must be maintained with special care. Low fluid levels can cause slippage or loss of traction, while high fluid levels can cause oiling,...

Checking and adjusting normal idle speed and idle reduction mode (every 20,000 km or 12 months)
Please note: On turbocharged engines with the Lucas EPIC engine management system, all fuel pump parameters are controlled by the system's electronic control unit and...

Replacing the air filter element (every 40,000 km or 2 years)
1. The filter element is located inside the air filter, which, in turn, is mounted either above the intake manifold or on the left side of the engine compartment. Loosen...

Fuel filter replacement (every 40,000 km or 2 years)
1. Drain the sediment from the fuel filter as described in Section 14 . 2. Loosen the nut on the filter clamp, then remove the old filter (see figure 37.2,a,b). Make...

Technical data
Engine Oil filter type: Champion E103 Cooling system Characteristics for a standard mixture ratio of 50% antifreeze/50% water: Thickening temperature - -25°C...

Special tools and devices
Choosing the right tools is the key to good maintenance and successful car repair. For car owners who do not have such tools, purchasing them will entail a significant...

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