2000 FORD CROWN VICTORIA transmission oil

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
4.6L SOHC V8 engine
1. Brake fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
5. Air filter assembly
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Battery
9. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
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Maintenance and care
156

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 4.6L SOHC V8 engine
Air filter element FA-1668
Fuel filter FG-986B
Battery-standard BXT-65–650
Battery-heavy duty BXT-65–750
Oil filter FL-820-S
PCV valve EV-98
Spark plugs* AWSF-32P
* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity
Engine oil (includes
filter change)Motorcraft SAE 5W-30
Super Premium Motor
Oil4.7L (5.0 quarts)
Brake fluid
1Fill to line on reservoir
Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON
AT FFill to line on reservoir
Transmission fluid
2Motorcraft
MERCONVATF13.1L (13.9 quarts)3
Engine coolant4Premium Engine
Coolant15.0L (15.8 quarts)
Fuel tank N/A 71.9L (19.0 gallons)
Rear axle lubricant
5Motorcraft SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant1.8L (3.75 pints)
Windshield washer
fluidUltra-Clear Windshield
Washer ConcentrateFill to line on reservoir
1Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to
Lubricant Specificationsin this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended.
However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.
Capacities and specifications
201

Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super
Premium Motor
OilXO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C153-G
with API
Certification
Mark
Hinges, latches,
striker plates,
fuel filler door
hinge and seat
tracksMulti-Purpose
GreaseDOAZ-19584-AA
or
F5AZ-19G209-AAESB-M1C93-B or
ESR-M1C159-A
Lock cylinders Penetrating and
Lock LubricantE8AZ-19A501-B none
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Automatic
transmission
(4R70W)Motorcraft
MERCONV
AT FXT-5-QM
MERCONV
Rear Axle
Lubricant
1Motorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A
1Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. DOT 3 fluid
is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be
used.
2Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or
equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill
of Traction-Lok rear axles.
Capacities and specifications
203

set zone adjustment .................75
Controls
power seat ............................94,95
Coolant
checking and adding ..............161
coolant temperature light ........10
refill capacities .................164,201
specifications ...................202,204
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................66
Customer Assistance ................137
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................214
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................207
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................213
Getting roadside assistance ...137
Getting the
service you need ....................207
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................217
The Dispute
Settlement Board ...................210
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............213
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................24
Defrost
rear window ..............................25
Dipstick
automatic
transmission fluid ...................168
engine oil .................................157
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........202
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................136
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................148
Emission control system ..........187Engine ........................................204
check engine/
service engine soon light ...........9
cleaning ...................................197
coolant .....................................161
fail-safe coolant ......................165
idle speed control ...................171
lubrication
specifications ...................202,204
refill capacities ........................201
service points ..........................156
starting after a collision .........138
Engine block heater .................120
Engine oil ..................................157
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................157
checking and adding ..............157
dipstick ....................................157
filter, specifications .........159,201
recommendations ...................159
refill capacities ........................201
specifications ...................202,204
Exhaust fumes ..........................121
Fail safe cooling ........................165
Floor mats ...................................79
Fluid capacities .........................201
Fuel ............................................179
calculating fuel economy .......184
cap ...........................................181
capacity ...................................201
choosing the right fuel ...........182
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................187
detergent in fuel .....................183
filling your vehicle
with fuel ....................179,181,184
filter, specifications .........184,201
fuel pump shut-off switch .....138
gauge .........................................15
improving fuel economy ........184
low fuel warning light ................8
octane rating ....................183,204
Index
220

Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane
Fuel tank capacity 71.9L (19.0 gallons)
Engine oil capacity (includes filter
change)4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft
SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor
Oil, Ford specification
WSS-M2C153-G.
Tire pressure and size Refer to the Tire Pressure Label
located on the rear passenger door
jamb.
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of
the instrument panel.
Coolant capacity
115.0L (15.8 quarts)
Automatic transmission fluid
capacity
213.1L (13.9 quarts). Use
Motorcraft MERCONV ATF.3
Power steering fluid capacity Fill to line on reservoir. Use
Motorcraft MERCONAT F.
1Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE Ford
Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer toAdding engine
coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCONand MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONand MERCONV. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance
Guide to determine the correct service interval.
3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may
vary based on cooler size and if equipped with in-tank cooler. The
amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the
indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range. Police Package refill
capacity-12.1L (12.8 quarts).
Filling station information
224