Ford Transit Transit Custom 2011-2019 Maintenance Car Owner Manuals

GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNING: Do not work on a hot engine.

WARNING: Switch the ignition off and apply the parking brake.

WARNING: Do not touch the electronic ignition system parts after you have switched the ignition on or when the engine is running. The system operates at high voltage. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

WARNING: Keep your hands and clothing clear of the engine cooling fan.

WARNING: If your vehicle has self-leveling air suspension, you must switch the system off before carrying out any maintenance or repair. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

Under certain conditions, the engine cooling fan may continue to run for several minutes after you switch your vehicle off. See Engine Cooling Fan (page 277).

Make sure that you fit filler caps securely after carrying out maintenance checks.

In addition to regular servicing, we recommend that you carry out the following checks.

Check Daily

• Exterior lamps.
• Interior lamps.
• Warning lamps and indicators.

Check When Refueling

• Washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid Check (page 284).
• Tire pressures. See Tire Pressures (page 321).
• Tire condition. See Tire Care (page 309).

Check Monthly

• Engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check (page 275).
• Engine coolant level. See Engine Coolant Check (page 277).
• Brake fluid level. See Brake Fluid Check (page 280).
• Pipes, hoses and reservoirs for leaks.
• Air conditioning operation.
• Parking brake operation.
• Horn operation.
• Wheel Lug Nut Torque. See Lug Nuts (page 325).

OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD - LHD

Opening the Hood

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1. Open the left-hand front door and pull the hood release handle up.
2. Slightly lift the hood.
3. Move the catch to the left.
4. Open the hood.

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Support the hood with the strut.