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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Cooling Fans -> System Diagnosis & Testing -> 1996 -> 1997 -> 2.0L Engine -> 2.5L Engine -> Aspire -> Continental, Cougar, Mark VIII, Mustang & Thunderbird -> Contour & Mystique -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Escort & Tracer -> Probe -> Sable & Taurus -> Villager -> Windstar
Vehicle: 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup Super CAB 7.3 V8 DIESEL

Consult the latest edition of MOTOR's "Auto Engine Performance & Driveability Manual" for additional EEC-IV and EEC-V diagnostic procedures and testing.

Perform visual inspection before performing diagnosis and testing procedures.

  • Check coolant level and condition.
  • Check condition of radiator, thermostat and hoses.
  • Check for fan blade interference.
  • Check for proper mounting of fan motor.
  • Check for proper fan blade attachment to motor.
  • Check for blown fuses.
  • Check wiring harnesses for damaged wires and poor or corr...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Combination Valve -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Hydraulic Control Valves -> Integral Bypass Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup 7.5 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

The master cylinder consists primarily of a hydraulic cylinder, primary and secondary hydraulic pistons and a single or dual chamber fluid reservoir. The front brakes are connected to the primary outlet port(s) and are actuated by the primary piston assembly. The rear brakes are connected to the secondary outlet port and are actuated by the secondary piston assembly.

Hydraulic Control Valves

Combination Valve

This multi-function hydraulic control unit consists primarily of a pressure differential valve, brake lamp warning switch and a proportioning valve. A pressure diff...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1993-96 Bronco, F-Super Duty & F150-350 w/Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup Super CAB 7.5 V8 GAS

Normal Serv...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Double Cardan -> Single Cardan, Flange Yoke -> Single Cardan, Slip Yoke
Vehicle: 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup Super CAB 7.3 V8 DIESEL

Single Cardan, Slip Yoke

Disassemble

Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the shaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing shaft failure during vehicle operation. Place the shaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tube. If components are not marked and installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.

  • Index-mark the shaft components.
  • Remove and discard all four snap rings.
  • Clamp bearing cup removal tool No. 205-086 or equivalent in a vise.
  • If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup t...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup 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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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Diesel Engine Air Filter Restriction Warning System -> Excursion & F250-550
Vehicle: 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup 7.3 V8 DIESEL

On these models there is an air filter restriction gauge and switch located on the air cleaner upper housing assembly. It has a colored indicator which reveals the percentage of air filter element clogging. It triggers an instrument panel warning lamp when the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup 7.3 V8 DIESEL

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove clamp from alternator bracket.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
  • Remove hose from engine.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at heater core.
  • Disconnect h...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Automatic Tension -> Manual Tension
Vehicle: 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup 5.8 V8 GAS

Automatic Tension

  • Install suitable 5/16 inch closed end wrench on tensioner pulley bolt, then lift tensioner arm away from belt. Do not use socket and ratchet.
  • Remove belt, slowly release tensioner. Do not allow tensioner to snap back, as damage may result.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Manual Tension

  • Loosen accessory adjustment bolt and pivot bolt.
  • Remove belt.
  • Reverse procedure to install, adjust belt tension as follows:
    • Lo...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Fuel Filter Diagram for 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup  4.9 L6 GASFuel Filter Diagram for 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup 4.9 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Filter
  • Body Components Diagram for 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup Super CAB 5.8 V8 GASBody Components Diagram for 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup Super CAB 5.8 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Front Courtesy Lamp Switch
  • Right Rear Park/Stop/Turn Lamp
  • Right Front Door Courtesy Lamp
  • Left Front Door Courtesy Lamp
  • Left Rear Park/Stop/Turn Lamp
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Ford F-350 Pickup Super CAB 7.3 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1996 Ford F-350 Pickup Super CAB 7.3 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter Relay
  • Left Battery
  • Glow Plug Relay
  • Generator Voltage Regulator
  • 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup Super CAB 5.8 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Ford F-350 Pickup Super CAB 5.8 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Anti-Lock Brake (RABS) Module
  • Programmable Speedometer/Odometer Module (PSOM)
  • Rear Axle Sensor
  • Enable PSOM Programming Connector
  • RABS Data Link Connector
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SAFETY RECALL - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup 4.9 L6 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: 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup 4.9 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Ford F-350 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Ford F-350 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 1996 Ford F-350 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 1996 Ford F-350 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 1996 Ford F-350 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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