2000 FORD EXCURSION fuel cap

your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel
Charter. In Canada, look for fuels that display the Automaker's Choice
Logo.
Cleaner air
Ford approves the use of reformulated ªcleaner-burningº gasolines to
improve air quality. These gasolines may contain oxygenates up to 10%
ethanol or 15% MTBE.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
affect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
²You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after
refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine.
²Your ªService Engine Soonº indicator may come on. For more
information on the ªService Engine Soonº indicator, refer to the
Instrumentationchapter.
Fuel Filler Cap
Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/off
feature.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until it
stops.
3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.
4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the
filler pipe.
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.
If the ªService Engine Soon/Check Engineº indicator comes on and stays
on after you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly
installed. Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap
properly and reinstall it.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler
cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may
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be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the
correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.
The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is
venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out and injure you or others.
If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or
vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause
the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible
personal injury.
Fuel Filter
For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate
intervals for changing the fuel filter.
Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The
customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system
if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used.
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the
driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as
possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fillups or fuel gauge readings are
NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend
taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 600 km (1 000
miles) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate
measurement after 3 000 km±5 000 km (2 000 miles-3 000 miles).
Filling the tank
The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to
the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in theRefill Capacities
section of theCapacities and specificationschapter.
The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the
empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the
amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates
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empty. Empty reserve is the small amount of usable fuel remaining in the
fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty.
The amount of empty reserve varies and should not be relied
upon to increase driving range. When refueling your vehicle after
the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be able to refuel
the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to
the empty reserve still present in the tank.
For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:
²Use the same filling rate setting (low Ð medium Ð high) each time
the tank is filled.
²Allow three automatic click-offs when filling (more than three clicks
would overfill the tank).
²Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.
²Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.
²Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the
same direction each time you fill up.
²Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.
Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.
Calculating fuel economy
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading
(in kilometers or miles).
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in liters
or gallons).
3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record
the current odometer reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer
reading.
5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel
economy:
Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers
traveled.
Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used.
Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city
or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle's fuel
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component* 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine
Air filter element FA-1634 FA-1634
Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B
Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S
PCV valve EV-233 EV-233
Battery BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750
Spark plugs-platinum** AWSF-22E AWSF-22E
*Refer to the7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner's Guide Supplementfor Motorcraft diesel engine service part
numbers.
**Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
REFILL CAPACITIES
FluidFord Part
NameApplication Capacity
Front axle Motorcraft SAE
75W-90
Premium 4x4
Front Axle
Lubricant4X4 vehicles 1.8L (3.8 pints)
Rear axle
1Motorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantAll 3.3L (6.9 pints)2
Brake fluid High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine coolant-
Gasoline engines
3
Premium Engine
Coolant5.4L V8 engine 25L
(26.4 quarts)4
6.8L V10 engine 27.0L
(28.5 quarts)4
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FluidFord Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine
coolant-Diesel
engineRefer to your 7.3L Diesel Supplement
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)-Gasoline
enginesMotorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super
Premium Motor
OilAll 5.7L
(6.0 quarts)
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)-Diesel
engineRefer to your 7.3L Diesel Supplement
Fuel tank N/A All 166.6L
(44.0 gallons)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FAll Fill to line on
dipstick
Transfer case
fluid (if
equipped)Motorcraft
MERCONtAT F4x4 vehicles 1.9L
(2.0 quarts)
Transmission
fluid
5Motorcraft
MERCONtAT F4x2 vehicles 16.1L
(17.1 quarts)6
4x4 vehicles 16.7L
(17.7 quarts)6
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll 4.2L
(1.1 gallons)
1Your vehicle's rear axle is filled with a synthetic lubricant. Axle
lubricant quantities should not need to be checked unless a leak is
suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged
in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle
has been submerged in water.
2Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or
equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill
of Traction-Lok axles.
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ItemFord part
name or
equivalentFord part
numberFord
specification
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
Transmission
/steering/parking
brake linkages
and pivots,
brake pedal
shaftPremium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C or
XG-1-KESA-M1C75-B
Power steering
fluid and
transfer case
fluid (if
equipped)Motorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Automatic
transmission
2Motorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A
1Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or
equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill
of Traction-Lok axles. Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic
lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle has been
submerged in water.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine
the correct service interval.
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Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCONtand MERCONtV. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCONttype
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCONtV type fluid.
MERCONtand MERCONtV type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCONtand MERCONtV) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCONtmay
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
ENGINE DATA
Engine* 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine
Cubic inches 330 415
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
Spark plug gap1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056 inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056 inch)
Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug
Compression ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
*Refer to the7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner's Guide Supplementfor diesel engine information.
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
EXCURSION
Dimension 4x2 mm (in) 4x4 mm (in)
(1) Overall length 5 757 (226.7) 5 757 (226.7)
(2) Overall width 2 031 (80.0) 2 031 (80.0)
(3) Overall height 1 967 (77.4) 2 043 (80.4)
(4) Wheelbase 3 480 (137.0) 3 480 (137.0)
(5) Track (Front /
Rear)1 738 (68.4)/
1 729 (68.1)1 738 (68.4)/
1 729 (68.1)
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Engine block heater .................110
Engine oil ..................................160
checking and adding ..............160
dipstick ....................................160
filter, specifications ........162, 204
recommendations ...................162
refill capacities ........................204
specifications ..................207, 209
Exhaust fumes ..........................111
F
Fail safe cooling ........................170
Fluid capacities .........................204
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles..13, 119
control trac ...............................19
description ..............................121
driving off road .......................123
electronic shift ..........19, 120±121
indicator light ...................12, 120
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................115
Fuel ............................................185
calculating fuel economy .......189
cap ...........................................188
capacity ...................................204
choosing the right fuel ...........187
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................192
detergent in fuel .....................188
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................185, 188±189
filter, specifications ........189, 204
fuel pump shut-off switch .....137
gauge .........................................15
improving fuel economy ........189
low fuel warning light ................8
octane rating ...................187, 209
quality ......................................187
running out of fuel .................188safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................185
Fuses ..................................138±139
G
Garage door opener ....................56
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............188
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................189
Gauges .........................................14
battery voltage gauge ...............17
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................15
engine oil pressure gauge ........17
fuel gauge ..................................15
odometer ...................................16
speedometer .............................15
tachometer ................................17
trip odometer ............................16
GAWR (Gross
Axle Weight Rating) .................125
calculating ...............................127
definition .................................125
driving with a heavy load ......125
location ....................................125
GVWR (Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating) .............125
calculating .......................125, 127
definition .................................125
driving with a heavy load ......125
location ....................................125
H
Hazard flashers .........................137
Head restraints ...........................77
Headlamps ...................................18
aiming ......................................199
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