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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Excursion & F-Super Duty -> Evaporator Core, Replace -> Auxiliary -> Front -> Less Auxiliary -> With Auxiliary
Vehicle: 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 7.3 V8 DIESEL

Front

Less Auxiliary
  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Remove accumulator/drier as outlined under "Accumulator, Replace."
  • On models equipped with 7.3L diesel engine, remove nuts, then position Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor and bracket aside, Fig. .
  • On models equipped with 5.4L and 6.8L engines, remove nuts, then position vapor management valve and bracket aside, Fig. .
  • On all models, disconnect condenser to evaporator line using suitable spring lock coupling tool. Cap or plug lines and openings.
  • Remove moun...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Drum Brakes -> Expedition, Explorer, E-Series, F-Series, Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger -> Brake Service -> Heavy Duty -> Installation -> Removal -> Standard Duty
Vehicle: 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 7.3 V8 DIESEL

Drum brakes are available in standard versions or in heavy duty versions. Refer to Figs. and for component locations when performing the following procedures.

Removal

Standard Duty
  • Raise and support vehicle, remove rear wheel and tire assemblies.
  • Remove and discard spring nut.
  • If brake drum is rusted to axle shaft pilot diameter, tap center of brake drum between wheel studs.
  • Pull brake drum off of axle.
  • If brake drums will not come off, sing a screwdriver, move brake shoe adjusting lever off of brake adjusting screw, then loosen brake adjuster to allow drum to release.
  • Remove long brake...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> Excursion & 1999-06 F250-550 Super Duty
Vehicle: 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 7.3 V8 DIESEL

The inertia sw...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Double Cardan -> Single Cardan, Flange Yoke -> Single Cardan, Slip Yoke
Vehicle: 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 6.8 V10 GAS

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 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 6.0 V8 DIESEL

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • On models equipped with air suspension, turn air suspension switch to off position.
  • On all models, raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove starter terminal cover, then solenoid S terminal retaining nut and electrical connector.
  • Remove battery ground cable reta...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 6.0 V8 DIESEL

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Drain cooling system into suitable container.
  • Disconnect upper radiator hose and coolant overflow hose.
  • Remove cooling ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 6.0 V8 DIESEL

  • Remove cooling fan, blade, clutch and shroud.
  • Rotate drive ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Diesel Engine Starter Motor Diagram for 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup  6.0 V8 DIESELDiesel Engine Starter Motor Diagram for 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 6.0 V8 DIESEL

Components on diagram:
  • Starter Motor
  • Underbody Components Diagram for 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup  6.0 V8 DIESELUnderbody Components Diagram for 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 6.0 V8 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Damper
  • Steering Gear Sector Shaft Arm
  • Steering Sector Shaft Arm Drag Link
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup  6.0 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 6.0 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Main Light Switch
  • Multifunction Switch
  • 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup  6.8 V10 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 6.8 V10 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Seat Module
  • Adjustable Pedal Switch
  • Adjustable Pedal Motor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Diesel Coolant Maintenance - Service Tips
    Vehicle: 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 7.3 V8 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Diesel Engines
  • Document: COOLANT LOSS - 6.0L
    Vehicle: 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup 6.0 V8 DIESEL

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Cooling, Water Pump, Drive Belts, Pulleys
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty 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 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty 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 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty 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 2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty 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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