2000 FORD EXPEDITION steering

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
4.6L V8 and 5.4L V8 engines
1. Battery
2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Power steering fluid reservoir
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Power distribution box
8. Air filter assembly
9. Engine coolant reservoir
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
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²decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
²refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
protection at the temperatures in which you drive.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
What you should know about fail-safe cooling
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The ªfail-safeº distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load
and terrain.
How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
²the engine coolant temperature
gauge will move to the red (hot)
area.
²the
symbol will illuminate.
²the
symbol will illuminate.
²theService Engine Soon
indicator light will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
²the engine power will be limited.
²the air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:
²the engine will completely shut down.
²steering and braking effort will increase.C
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Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine
damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to a service facility.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
5. Re start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility.
Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a
service facility as soon as possible.
CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance
Guide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use
only Ford Premium Power Steering Fluid.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
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hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes. Clean the outside of
the windshield or rear window with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Ford
Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, (E4AZ-19C507±AA), available from your
Ford Dealer.Do notuse abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause
scratches. The windshield or rear window is clean if beads do not form
when you rinse it with water. The windshield, rear window and wiper
blades should be cleaned on a regular basis, and blades or rubber
elements replaced when worn.
Cleaning the instrument panel
Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver
from undesirable windshield reflection.
Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of
the air bag system.
Cleaning the instrument cluster lens
Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the lens.
Cleaning the overhead console
Clean with a damp cloth, then wipe dry with a dry cloth.
Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the console. The dull
finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield
reflection.
Cleaning the interior fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.
Remove fresh spots immediately. Do not use household or glass cleaners.
These agents can stain and discolor the fabric. Use a mild soap and
water solution if necessary.
Cleaning leather seats (if equipped)
To clean, simply use a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild soap.
Wipe the leather again with a damp cloth to remove soap residue. Dry
with a soft cloth. For tougher soiling concerns, Ford recommends using
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine
Air filter element FA-1634 FA-1634
Battery BTX-65-650 BTX-65-650
Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B
Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S
PCV valve EV-233 EV-233
Spark plugs* AWSF-32P AWSF-22E
* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)Motorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super
Premium Motor
OilAll 5.7L
(6.0 quarts)
Fuel tank N/A 4X2 with
standard
suspension98.6L
(26.0 gallons)
4X4 and 4X2
with rear load
level suspension113.6L
(30.0 gallons)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FAll Fill to line on
reservoir
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ItemFord part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Driveshaft, slip
spline, double
Cardan joint
center ballPremium Long
Life GreaseXG-1-C or
XG-1-K or
XG-1-C or
XG-1-T or
XG-1-KXG-1-Cor
XG-1-K or
XG-1-TESA-M1C75-B
Engine coolant Ford Premium
Engine CoolantE2FZ-19549-AA
(in Canada,
Motorcraft
CXC-8-B)ESE-M97B44-A
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super
Premium Motor
OilXO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C153-G
with API
Certification
Mark
4x4 front wheel
bearings, 4x4
spindle needle
bearings, spindle
thrust bearings
& front drive
axle u-joint/slip
splineHigh
Temperature
4x4 Front Axle
& Wheel Bearing
GreaseE8TZ-19590-A ESA-M1C198-A
Automatic
transmission
(4R100)
1
Motorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Automatic
transmission
(4R70W)
1
Motorcraft
MERCONtV
AT FXT-5-QM
MERCONtV
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
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lighting up
panel and interior .....................20
location of components ..............8
Jump-starting your vehicle ......175
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................89
locking and unlocking doors ....91
programming entry code .........90
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............13
positions of the ignition ...........62
Lamps
autolamp system .......................20
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................219
cargo lamps ...............................20
daytime running light ...............19
fog lamps ...................................20
headlamps .................................19
headlamps, flash to pass ..........19
instrument panel, dimming .....20
interior lamps ...............75,76,220
replacing
bulbs ............215,216,217,218,219
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................63
Liftgate ........................................81
Lights, warning and indicator ......8
air bag ..........................................9
air suspension .........................139
anti-lock brakes (ABS) .....10,135
anti-theft ...................................11
brake ..........................................10
charging system ........................11
check coolant ............................11
cruise indicator .........................12
door ajar ....................................12
engine oil pressure ...................11
high beam .................................11
low fuel ........................................8
low washer fluid .......................12
safety belt .................................10service engine soon ....................8
turn signal indicator .................10
Load limits .................................149
GAWR ......................................149
GVWR ......................................149
trailer towing ..........................149
Loading instructions .................151
Locks
autolock .....................................89
childproof ..................................78
doors ..........................................78
Lubricant specifications ....229,232
Lumbar support, seats ...............92
Message center ......................17,71
english/metric button ...............17
menu button .............................17
Mirrors .........................................76
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................76
fold away ...................................80
heated ........................................79
programmable memory ............88
side view mirrors (power) .......79
Moon roof ....................................70
Motorcraft parts .................210,226
Octane rating ............................208
Odometer .....................................15
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................183
Overdrive .....................................68
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................85
Parking brake ............................136
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....226
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............21
Power adjustable foot pedals .....21
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................166
Power door locks ...................78,89
Power steering ...................137,138
fluid, checking and adding ....193
fluid, refill capacity ................226
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fluid, specifications ..........229,232
Preparing to
drive your vehicle .....................140
Radio ............................................25
Relays .................................161,169
Remote entry system ............84,85
illuminated entry ......................88
locking/unlocking doors ...........85
panic alarm ...............................85
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................87
replacing the batteries .............86
Reverse sensing system .............22
Roof rack ...................................158
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ........13,104
105,106,107,109
Safety defects, reporting ..........247
Safety
restraints .......104,105,106,107,109
belt minder .............................110
cleaning the
safety belts .......................113,225
extension assembly ................109
for adults ...................105,106,107
for children ......................121,122
lap belt ....................................108
warning light
and chime ...............10,13,109,110
Safety seats for children ..........123
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............104
Seats ............................................92
child safety seats ....................123
cleaning ............................224,225
memory seat ........................88,96
SecuriLock passive
anti-theft system ....................82,83
Servicing your vehicle ..............181
Snowplowing .................................3
Spark plugs,
specifications ......................226,232Special notice ................................3
ambulance conversions ..............3
utility-type vehicles ....................3
Specification chart,
lubricants ............................229,232
Speed control ..............................63
Speedometer ...............................14
Starting your vehicle .........129,131
jump starting ..........................175
Steering
speed sensitive .......................138
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................67
Tachometer .................................16
Tires .............................169,202,203
changing ...........................169,171
checking the pressure ............203
replacing ..................................204
rotating ....................................203
snow tires and chains ............205
tire grades ...............................203
treadwear ................................202
Towing ................................152,203
recreational towing .................156
trailer towing ..........................152
wrecker ....................................180
Traction-lok rear axle ...............139
Transmission .............................141
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................194
fluid, refill capacities ..............226
lubricant specifications ...229,232
Trip odometer .............................15
Turn signal .............................10,63
Vehicle dimensions ...................232
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) ...........................234
Vehicle loading ..........................149
Ventilating your vehicle ...........133
Warning chimes ...........................13
Warning lights (see Lights) .........8
Washer fluid ..............................187
Index
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