Engine:
All gasoline and diesel engines offered for F100/F150/F250/F350 during 1980-1983 model years.
Transmission:
Manual and automatic transmissions (e.g., NP435, T-18, C6, AOD) and transfer cases.
Drivetrain:
Front and rear axles, differentials, driveshafts, hubs.
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension systems, including leaf springs, shocks, steering linkage.
Brakes:
Front disc and rear drum brake systems, hydraulic system, parking brake.
Steering:
Power steering system, steering column, steering gear.
Fuel System:
Fuel tanks, fuel pumps, fuel lines, carburetors (e.g., Motorcraft 2150/2700) or early fuel injection systems (EFI on some models).
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, cooling fan, heater core.
Electrical System:
Battery, charging system (alternator), starting system (starter motor), ignition system (distributor, spark plugs), lighting, wiring harnesses, fuses, relays.
Emission Control:
Emission control systems, catalytic converters, EGR systems.
Body And Interior:
Body panels, doors, windows, seats, dashboard, trim, cab construction.
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Interior Systems:
Includes procedures for servicing door mechanisms, window regulators, seat adjustments, and interior trim components.
Chassis And Frame:
Information on frame inspection, maintenance, and repair.
Lighting And Accessories:
Detailed troubleshooting for headlights, taillights, interior lights, horn, wipers, and other electrical accessories.
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance, lubrication, filter changes, fluid checks and changes, tune-ups.
Repair:
Detailed disassembly, repair, and reassembly procedures for all major components and systems.
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, diagnostic charts, fault finding procedures.
Rebuilds:
Major engine and transmission rebuild procedures, including specifications and tolerances.
Adjustments:
Carburetor adjustments, ignition timing, clutch adjustments, brake adjustments.
Wiring Diagrams:
Comprehensive electrical wiring diagrams for various vehicle configurations.
Exploded Views:
Exploded diagrams for most components to aid in identification and assembly/disassembly.
Advanced Troubleshooting:
Detailed sections on diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical and electrical issues, including symptom-based troubleshooting trees.
Body Work Procedures:
Guidance on panel alignment, rust repair considerations, and basic body panel replacement.
Emissions Service:
Covers inspection and service of emissions control devices like catalytic converters and EGR valves.
Wheel And Tire Data:
Information on tire sizes, inflation pressures, and wheel specifications.
Level:
Comprehensive, from basic tune-ups to complete engine and transmission overhauls.
Oem Specifications:
Includes critical OEM specifications such as torque values for critical fasteners, engine compression ranges, fuel pressure charts, electrical connector data, and manufacturing tolerances.
Engine Specifics:
Provides detailed specifications for each engine variant including bore, stroke, compression ratio, valve timing, and rebuild kits.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 3,000 miles or 3 months, depending on usage and oil type.
Tune Up Interval:
Spark plugs and distributor cap/rotor typically every 30,000-60,000 miles.
Engine Oil Specification:
Refer to manual for specific viscosity (e.g., 10W-30, 10W-40) and API service classification. Diesel engines require specific diesel-rated oils.
Transmission Fluid Specification:
e.g., C6 Automatic: Mercon/Dexron II; Manual: GL-4 or GL-5 Gear Oil.
Coolant Specification:
Typically a 50/50 mix of ethylene glycol antifreeze and water. Specific type (e.g., green) as per manual.
Common Wear Items:
Leaf spring bushings, radius arm bushings, exhaust systems, brake components, carburetor issues, ignition components (points/condenser if applicable), older diesel injector pumps.
Rust Prone Areas:
Fenders, cab corners, rocker panels, bed floor, frame rails.
