1997 Ford LT8513 Service and Repair Manual
This factory service and repair manual for the 1997 Ford LT8513 adds a second engine and a second configuration to the picture. The turbocharged 8.3L inline-six diesel (504 cu in) is joined by the turbocharged 7.2L (441 cu in), and the medium conventional is listed as a tractor truck as well as a straight truck, in Base trim. Engine specifications, torque values and diagnostics are given per displacement, while the brake, driveline, chassis and electrical coverage, wiring diagrams included, applies to both builds.
Engines covered
- 8.3L inline-six (504 cu in) — turbocharged, diesel
- 7.2L inline-six (441 cu in) — turbocharged, diesel
Body styles covered
- Tractor truck, medium conventional
- Straight truck, medium conventional
Trims covered
- Base
Known issues on the 1997 LT8513. No recalls appear on the federal record for this model year, and no owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA. Service planning for the truck therefore comes down to the maintenance schedule, which the manual backs with procedures and specifications for the turbocharged 8.3L and 7.2L inline-six diesels, torque values for the driveline and running gear, air brake test routines, and wiring diagrams with diagnostics for the cab and chassis electrical.
