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Ford 2711E, 2712E, 2713E, 2714E, 2715E 1979 User Manual – OEM Factory Owner’s Guide

You’ve got a Ford 2711E, 2712E, 2713E, 2714E, 2715E 1979 User Manual in your hands – or you should. If you’re running a 2710-series diesel in a tractor, generator, or industrial rig, the difference between a happy engine and a scrap heap often comes down to knowing what the factory actually wrote. I’ve seen too many guys try to wing an oil-bath air cleaner service because some aftermarket PDF told them to “clean and refill” with no step sequence. That’s how you suck dirt into a 4.15-liter four-cylinder and lose a ring groove. This manual gives you the exact procedure the Ford engineers intended, page 2 in the Norwegian edition we’ve digitized. Torque specs? They’re in there – but you have to flip pages, not guess.

Air Cleaner Maintenance: Factory Procedure

Page 2 lays out the oil-bath air cleaner service for both manifold-mounted and engine-mounted units. The manual starts with a warning in Norwegian – VIKTIG – because Ford didn’t want anyone skipping the regular intervals. Step 1: loosen the clamps holding the hose and vent tube. Step 2: remove the whole assembly, keep the rubber bushing. Step 3: take off the wing nut and cover. Step 4: wash the filter element in gasoline, let it dry, dip it in clean oil, drain. Step 5: wash the housing, set it level, fill with fresh oil to the correct mark. Step 6-8: reassemble in reverse. That’s it – no shortcuts. If you’re in a hurry, you’ll miss the rubber bushing step and get a vacuum leak. The manual doesn’t let you.

Engine Specifications for the 2710 Series

Page 3 gives you the exact cubic-inch displacements: 2711E and 2712E are 4-cylinder 4.150L (254 cu.in.) diesels. The 2713E is a 6-cylinder 5.950L (363 cu.in.). The 2714E and 2715E are 6.220L (380 cu.in.). If you’re swapping a pump or ordering gaskets, you need that number. Aftermarket sources mix up the 2714 and 2715 because they share displacement – but the manual identifies the 2715E as a different spec variant. No guesswork. This is straight from Ford Motor Company Limited, September 1979, 116 pages of owner-level data.

Does This Manual Cover Repairs?

Let’s be clear: this is a User Manual, not a service manual. It won’t tell you how to rebuild the injection pump or set bearing clearances. What it does give you are the daily and periodic maintenance steps an operator needs – oil changes, filter service, cooling system checks, belt tension, and the list of approved fluids. If you’re a home garage guy keeping a 1979 Ford diesel running, you need this because the factory lube specs haven’t changed. A 30-weight diesel oil is still right for moderate climates. The manual also includes a parts list – “Eierens delliste” – so you can identify the correct filter element or gasket part numbers before you call a dealer.

3 Things an Owner’s Manual Tells You That a Service Manual Doesn’t

First: fluid capacities. The service manual assumes you know how much oil the crankcase holds. This user manual gives you the exact fill quantities for 4- and 6-cylinder engines. Second: break-in procedures. A rebuilt engine needs specific running-in guidelines – this manual has them. Third: daily inspection checklists. Start your shift without checking the coolant level on a 2715E and you might air-lock the system. The manual lists visual checks in order. Those are things you won’t find in a workshop manual.

Get the Right Fluid Capacities

Need to know how much engine oil the 2712E takes? The manual lists capacities in both liters and quarts. The cooling system volume for the 6-cylinder models is larger – don’t just fill until it looks full. The manual also specifies the correct transmission/hydraulic oil grades for the 2710 series, which many aftermarket guides get wrong because they lump all Ford industrial engines together. Page numbers for capacities? I can’t give them from memory – you’ll have to leaf through the 116 pages. But they’re there, in the original Ford layout with the diagrams you see on page 4 and 5.

Why Original 1979 Ford Documentation Matters

I’ve been turning wrenches since the 1990s, and I’ve thrown away more third-party manuals than I’ve kept. They reprint specs from a different engine family, they drop steps, they translate “torque to 85 lb-ft” into “tighten firmly.” This user manual is a scan of the original Ford paper edition printed in September 1979. The only thing missing is the paper smell. Every figure, every torque value, every warning was approved by Ford engineers. If you’re working on a 1979 Ford diesel, you want the spec the factory used. Not a copy of a copy. That’s why Ford 2711E, 2712E, 2713E, 2714E, 2715E 1971 Technical Manual exists – but this 1979 user manual is the companion you need for daily operation.

FAQ – Common Questions About This Manual

Is this manual in English?

No, the original is in Norwegian. The OCR shows Norwegian instructions for the air cleaner. However, the diagrams, part numbers, and specifications are universal. If you read technical drawings you can use it without the language.

Can I use this manual for a Ford 2716E or other variant?

No. This covers exactly the five models listed on page 3: 2711E, 2712E, 2713E, 2714E, 2715E. Other 2710-series motors like the 2716E have different injection pumps and cooling layouts.

Does it include wiring diagrams?

The user manual focuses on operation and maintenance, not electrical diagnostics. For wiring, you’ll want the service manual. But it does cover the starting procedure and glow plug operation in text.

Will I get immediate access after purchase?

Yes. This is a digital PDF format. The file is 116 pages, fully searchable, and contains the exact scan we described. You can view it on any device.

You’ve got a 4,150-cc or 6,220-cc diesel that was built before computer modules and emissions lawsuits. It will outlast most modern engines if you keep the air clean, the oil fresh, and the coolant level where Ford put the mark. This user manual is the source for those routines. Don’t trust a random internet list. Access the Factory Manual and keep a copy in your toolbox or tablet. When you need to know the oil-bath filter refill step, you’ll have page 2. When you need to verify the engine displacement for a part order, you’ll have page 3. That’s why we stock original OEM documents – no reprints, no third-party edits. Ford Ranger 2012 User Manual – OEM Owner’s Handbook PDF and Ford Mondeo 2012 User Manual – Factory OEM Owner’s Guide are also available for later models, but this 1979 Ford diesel manual is essential for the iron that’s still earning its keep.

For a broader perspective on the importance of factory documentation in the Automotive Industry Overview, you can see why OEM sources matter. Automotive Industry Overview also highlights the safety and reliability gains from using original specs.