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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021TRANSIT-350 HD BASE, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 3.5L ENG VIN 8, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 304 (GENERAL INFORMATION)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONABOUT THIS ARTICLESTANDARD PRACTICESNOTES
2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWD
Standard Practices: Notes
2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWDSECTION Notes
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The following rules apply, unless specified differently in the procedure:
FASTENERS
- Reuse standard fasteners.
- Replace fasteners with self-locking features.
- Examples of fastener self-locking coatings or mechanical locking (with the locking features highlighted yellow) are shown in the illustration.
Examples of self-locking nuts and bolts
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | -- | Completely coated self-locking bolt |
| 2 | -- | Partially coated self-locking bolt |
| 3 | -- | Self-locking bolt with a locking washer |
| 4 | -- | Self-locking nut with a plastic locking insert |
| 5 | -- | Self-locking nut with thread deformation (3 indentations) |
| 6 | -- | Self-locking nut with thread deformation (to oval shape) |
| 7 | -- | Self-locking nut with integrated locking ring |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.