2003 Ford F150 Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing
2003 Ford F150 Manual
2003 Ford F150 manual content summary:
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Servicing your vehicle 2 4 5 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 2
that your NGV be properly maintained by qualified Ford trained gaseous fuel service technicians. If a problem occurs, it is important that properly trained personnel diagnose and repair the cause. If the problem relates to the fuel system, proper part replacement is imperative to keep your vehicle - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 3
any of the components of the CNG fuel system. Service to high-pressure fuel system components must be conducted only at qualified dealerships by qualified technicians. Failure to do so may cause damage to components or cause bodily harm. On F-Series natural gas vehicles, do not modify or replace the - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 4
in your NGV behaves similarly to a typical gasoline fuel gauge. However, the gauge operation is based on the pressure and temperature of the natural gas, not on the level of liquid gasoline. Depending upon application, a fuel gauge reading of Full will occur at a pressure of approximately 20,700 kPa - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 5
Servicing your vehicle CNG FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION The following illustrations depict the major unique components of the CNG fuel system. All of these unique components are constructed of special materials that withstand the effects of CNG. NEVER replace a unique CNG fuel system - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 6
Servicing your vehicle E-450 Cutaway 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 14 13 12 11 10 8 fuel tank located in the cargo area. 6. Sealed vent box-Dispenses natural gas vapor to atmosphere if vapor becomes present. 7. Internal tank valve-One electronically damage to the fuel tank(s) caused by road debris or other - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 7
Servicing your vehicle 9. Aft axle fuel tanks-Two steel fuel tanks located behind the filter-Reduces fuel pressure to 95 psi and removes impurities from the gas. 13. Low pressure fuel line-Supplies 95 psi of natural gas to the injectors. 14. NGV module-Contains the unique powertrain electronics - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 8
Servicing your truck. 6b. In-bed tank cover-Cover to prevent damage to the fuel tanks. Protective shield to prevent damage to the fuel tank caused by road debris or other road psi and removes impurities from the gas. 11. Low pressure fuel line-Supplies 95 psi of natural gas to the injectors. 12. NGV - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 9
power for the fuel injectors. Also, drives the fuel gauge using fuel tank pressure and temperature sensors. 2. Isolation solenoid valve- Vented to underbody. Dispenses natural gas vapor to atmosphere if vapor police vehicles, an extended range fuel system is available which includes two additional NG - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 10
,800 kPa (3,600 psi), depending upon application. Refer to the label on the fuel filler door: • If your vehicle's fuel system is rated at 20,700 kPa (3,000 psi), it can be refueled using a P30 or P24 nozzle. However, use of a P24 nozzle will result in an incomplete fill. • If your vehicle's fuel - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 11
process. FUEL QUALITY Use only a CNG fuel that meets the specification of NFPA-52 and SAE J1616 in your NGV. Specifications NFPA-52 and SAE operation. Use of poor quality fuel may also result in your warranty being invalidated. SERVICING YOUR NATURAL GAS VEHICLE Service to the CNG fuel system should - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 12
use the recommended fill nozzle to refuel your vehicle. Two methods for filling the fuel tanks are available to NGV owners completely refueled to its maximum rated capacity. Therefore, "fast-filling" results near the driver's side. When refueling, the engine must be shut off. Use caution when fueling - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 13
Servicing your vehicle The procedure is the same for both fast-fill and slow-fill fueling. 1. Open fuel door and determine the pressure rating of your vehicle's fuel system. 2. Remove protective cap from the vehicle's fuel receptacle. Remove any debris that may be present. 3. Follow the natural gas - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 14
Servicing your vehicle Fueling method Slow-fill Fast-fill E-Series Cutaway 158" Wheelbase (3 600 psi) Standard With Extended With Extended tanks Range - One Range - Two In- - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 15
vehicles with the extended range fuel system have one additional CNG fuel tank mounted in the cargo area behind the rear seat. TRAILER TOWING On F-Series models, your NGV has the capability for towing up to 2,267 kg (5,000 lbs.) using the factory installed step-bumper. It is recommended that the - 2003 Ford F150 | Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 16
Ford service technicians. The expiration date for the tank replacement is stated on each tank label See instructions on fuel container for inspection and service system depressurization procedure (outlined in Service Manual Use recommended nickel-plated platinum spark plugs with the Motorcraft part
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Instrumentation
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