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DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID/DEF
To reduce diesel exhaust emissions, your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter that automatically
injects "Diesel Exhaust Fluid" (DEF, in Europe "AdBlue")
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into the exhaust system. The DEF in your vehicle is
topped up before the start of the rental. Nevertheless, refilling may become necessary. In this case, purchase
DEF, which can be found at many gas stations or repair shops such as Napa.
DEF must be refilled very slowly and completely. Otherwise, the board computer will not reset and the vehicle,
after the remaining miles on the display reach 0, will go into speed restriction mode and eventually into idle
mode. After refilling, the warning message will continue to be displayed for some time, but after 50 km at the
latest, the board computer will reset itself.
Approximate fill quantity: up to 6 gallons / 22.7 liters
WARNING:
Do not start the vehicle under any circumstances if DEF was erroneously filled into the diesel
tank. If started, the engine would suffer significant damage, which is not covered by your
insurance. Diesel in the DEF tank, as a result of using the incorrect tank inlet, does not damage
the engine or catalytic converter but causes heavy smoke in the exhaust fumes.
Please use big-brand stations for refueling, such as Esso, Shell, Chevron, Husky, Petro Canada, Irving, etc. The
fuel available at independent stations is often of a lower quality which can cause problems by clogging fuel
pumps, etc., resulting in trip disruption and expensive repairs.
ENGINE OIL
The engine oil level must be checked every 1500 km. The engine should be cold when its oil level is checked.
ONLY SAE 5W-40 OIL
can be used for topping up
Diesel
engines. Please keep receipts for oil that is purchased
for reimbursement upon return of the vehicle. Thank you for your care and attention.
CAUTION:
The renter is liable for ALL damage resulting from use of improper fuel, oil, or other engine fluids.
If you have any questions, doubts or concerns, please call our OnRoad-Service.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATES
We change the oil of our Diesel vehicles every 15,000 kms according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.
The oil change light may illuminate earlier as it is programmed to a different schedule. The odometer reading
of the last
oil change is
indicated on a sticker on the windshield. If the window sticker indicates that an oil
change is due, please call our OnRoad-Service for direction to an authorized auto repair shop. Please keep
receipts for all oil purchases and present them for reimbursement upon return of the vehicle.
TIRES
TIRE PRESSURE - TIRE CHECK
Please check the tire pressure regularly. The tires should be cold when the pressure is checked!
Tire pressure (cold):
Ford F-350 + Camper
:
65 PSI (front)
–
80 PSI (rear)*
Ford F-450 + Camper:
75 PSI (front)
–
60 PSI (rear)*
*The recommended tire pressure is also indicated on the tires and/or on a sticker inside the driver-side door
frame. The wheel nuts should be visually checked every time you leave a campground.
CHANGING THE TIRES
Tires should only be changed by authorized personnel of the FORD Road-Side Assistance program or of KalTire
24-Hour Service. Please contact our OnRoad-Service whenever a tire change is required. Please only attempt to
