1998 FORD RANGER washer fluid

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.5L I4 engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
3. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Brake fluid reservoir
6. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission)
7. Battery
8. Power steering fluid reservoir
9. Engine oil filler cap
10. Air filter assembly
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3.0L V6 Vulcan engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Clutch fluid reservoir
8. Battery
9. Power steering fluid reservoir
10. Air filter assembly
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4.0L V6 engine
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Power steering fluid reservoir
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission)
8. Battery
9. Air filter assembly
10. Engine coolant reservoir
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Checking and adding washer fluid
Check the washer fluid whenever
you stop for fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
If the level is low, add enough fluid
to fill the reservoir. In very cold
weather, do not fill the reservoir all
the way.
Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield
washer fluid.
WASHERFLUIDONLY
RADIATOR
COOLANT
ONLY
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ENGINE COOLANT
Check the level of the engine
coolant in the reservoir at least once
a month. Be sure to read and
understandPrecautions when
servicing your vehiclein this
chapter.
If the engine coolant has not been checked at the above recommended
interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become empty. If this occurs,
add engine coolant to the reservoir. For more information on engine
coolant maintenance, refer toAdding engine coolantin this chapter.
Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant,
antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and
vehicle location.
Adding engine coolant
Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield
washer fluid.
If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see
through the windshield.
When the engine is cool, add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and
water to the engine coolant recovery reservoir-DO NOT ADD DIRECTLY
TO THE RADIATOR. Add straight water only in an emergency, but you
should replace it with a 50/50 mixture of coolant and distilled water as
soon as possible.
RADIATOR
COOLANT
ONLY
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During winter months, it is especially important to wash the vehicle on a
regular basis. Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to
remove and also cause damage to the vehicle. Remove any exterior
accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash.
After washing, apply the brakes several times to dry them.
Waxing your vehicle
Wax when water stops beading on the surface. This could be every three
or four months, depending on operating conditions.
Use only carnauba or synthetic-based waxes. Use cleaning fluid or
alcohol with a clean cloth to remove any bugs and tar before waxing
vehicle. Use tar remover to remove any tar spots.
Repairing paint chips
Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired with
touch-up paint, repair foil or aerosol paint spray from the Ford accessory
line. Observe the application instructions on the products.
Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout immediately.
Cleaning the wheels
Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle. Do not use
acid-based or alcohol-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong
detergents. Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special
wheel surfaces. Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar.
Cleaning the engine
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
²Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high
pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.
²Do not spray with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or
other engine components.
²Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning
the engine.
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication
Capacity
Fuel tank N/A Regular cab
(Short wheel
base)62.8L (16.6 gallons)
Regular cab
(Long wheel
base)75.7L (20.0 gallons)
SuperCab 74.2L (19.6 gallons)
Transfer
Case FluidWarner 13±54 4x4 Vehicles
1.2L (1.25 quarts)
Front axle
fluidMotorcraft SAE
80W90 Axle
Lubricant4x4 vehicles with
2.5L I4 or 3.0L
V6 engine1.4L (1.5 quarts)
4x4 vehicles with
4.0L V6 engine1.7L (1.8 quarts)
Rear axle
fluid
1Motorcraft SAE
80W90 Rear
Axle LubricantAll
2.4-2.6L
(2.5-2.65 quarts)
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll
Fill to line on
reservoir
1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546±A, Ford
specification EST-M2C118±A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to
14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole.
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ItemFord part
name or
equivalentFord part
numberFord
specification
Power steering fluid,
transfer case fluid and
transmission fluid
(manual)Motorcraft
MERCONt
AT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Automatic transmission
(4R44E and 5R55E)Motorcraft
MERCONtV
AT FXT-5-QM
MERCONtV
Windshield washer fluidUltra-clear
windshield
washer
concentrateC9AZ-
19550-ABESR-
M17P5-A
1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546±A, Ford
specification EST-M2C118±A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 2.5L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Cubic inches 153 182 245
Horsepower 119 @ 5000 rpm 150 @ 5000 rpm 160 @ 4200 rpm
Torque 146 lbs. ft. @
3000 rpm185 lbs. ft. @
3250 rpm225 lbs. ft. @
2750 rpm
Required fuel
grade87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark plug
gap1.07-1.17 mm
(0.042-.046 inch)1.07-1.17 mm
(0.042-.046 inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-.056 inch)
Ignition
systemEDIS EDIS EDIS
Compression
ratio9.4:1 9.14:1 9.0:1
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