Model:
E-350 (Econoline / E-Series van)
Model Variant:
E-350 Super Duty cutaway and van configurations
Production Years Covered:
2012 model year, with procedures applicable to E-Series vans of this generation (2008-2014)
Target Audience:
Professional technicians, fleet maintenance shops, and DIY owners servicing full-size Ford vans and cutaway chassis
Primary Use:
Complete engine-to-axle service and repair reference for shop or home use
Completeness:
Covers every service and repair procedure for the vehicle, not a supplement or partial guide
Delivery:
Instant PDF download with unlimited use, no shipping or waiting
Content Type:
Factory-level workshop procedures, specifications, and diagnostic information
Format:
Searchable digital PDF for laptop, tablet, or printable use
Coverage Areas:
Engine, transmission, driveline, brakes, suspension, steering, electrical, HVAC, body, and diagnostics
Manual Type:
Complete service repair workshop manual
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download, use as many times as needed
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this listing
Engine:
Complete mechanical, lubrication, and cooling system service and overhaul
Fuel and Emissions:
Fuel delivery, electronic engine controls, and emissions systems
Ignition:
Ignition system diagnosis and component replacement
Transmission:
Automatic transmission service, removal, and overhaul procedures
Driveshaft and Axles:
Rear axle, differential, and driveshaft service
Brakes:
Hydraulic brakes, parking brake, and ABS
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, including I-beam front axle components
Steering:
Power steering gear, linkage, and pump service
Electrical:
Wiring, charging, starting, lighting, and gauges
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning service
Body and Interior:
Panels, doors, seats, trim, and glass
Diagnostics:
Symptom-based troubleshooting and diagnostic trouble code information
Maintenance:
Scheduled service, adjustments, and fluid specifications
Removal and Installation:
Step-by-step component R&I for all major systems
Disassembly and Assembly:
Engine, transmission, and axle overhaul sequences
Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, and adjustment data
Technical Depth and Parts
Technical Depth:
Factory workshop level, written for trained technicians and experienced DIY owners
Parts Information:
Torque specs and component identification included; part numbers and pricing not included
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
6.8L (5,408 cc) Triton V10 gasoline
Engine Options Range:
6.8L V10 gasoline or 6.7L Power Stroke V8 turbo-diesel for 2012 E-350 Super Duty
Configuration:
V10: SOHC 3-valve per cylinder; diesel: OHV 4-valve V8 turbocharged
Performance and Fuel System
Fuel System:
V10: sequential electronic multi-port fuel injection; diesel: common-rail direct injection
Fuel Requirement:
V10: regular unleaded gasoline; diesel: ultra-low sulfur diesel
Horsepower:
V10 approximately 305 hp; 6.7L diesel approximately 300 hp (verify against factory data in manual)
Wheelbase:
138 in or 158 in, depending on configuration (cutaway and van variants differ)
Length:
Varies by wheelbase and body configuration, approximately 216-244 in
Curb Weight:
Approximately 5,300-6,500 lb depending on configuration; confirm on vehicle data plate
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - full-size van; NHTSA rates limited configurations, consult NHTSA.gov for tested variants
Active Features:
4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), traction control, tire pressure monitoring
Passive Features:
Driver and front passenger airbags, side-door beams, three-point front seatbelts
Braking System:
Hydraulic power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS
Audio System:
AM/FM radio with CD; optional SYNC connectivity on upfitted commercial vans
Driver Assistance:
N/A - no factory advanced driver-assistance systems on this model
Onboard Electronics:
OBD-II diagnostics, electronic throttle control, and powertrain control module
Oil Change:
Gasoline: approximately every 7,500 miles or 6 months under normal service; more often for severe/fleet use
Transmission Fluid:
Normal service: approximately every 60,000 miles; severe service: every 30,000 miles
Coolant:
Approximately every 100,000 miles initially, then per factory schedule
Air Filter:
Inspect regularly; replace approximately every 30,000 miles
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-20 (V10 gasoline); confirm grade in manual for diesel
Transmission Fluid:
Mercon LV (TorqShift 5R110W); confirm specification in manual
Coolant:
Motorcraft Gold or equivalent ethylene glycol coolant
Known Issues / Common Wear
Common Wear Items:
Brake components, front suspension bushings, ball joints, and steering linkage under heavy loads
Known Issues:
Spark plug ejection/thread damage on earlier Triton engines; verify spark plug condition and torque
Manufacturer:
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Model Evolution:
Econoline vans introduced 1961; fourth-generation E-Series (2008-2014) with 2008 refresh to front-end and interior; passenger van variants ended after 2014 in favor of Transit
Note on Aerostar:
The Ford Aerostar minivan was discontinued in 1997; 2012 applications covered by this manual pertain to the E-350 Econoline/E-Series
Production Location:
Oakville, Ontario, Canada (Avon Lake, Ohio for earlier production)
