2000 FORD F150 checking oil

4.6L V8/5.4L V8 engines
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission)
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Power distribution box
6. Air filter assembly
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
9. Battery
10. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)
11. Engine oil filler cap
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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²If the oil level is below the MIN
mark, add enough oil to raise the
level within the MIN-MAX range.
²Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil
must be removed from the engine by a service technician.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified
engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
MAX mark on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
1/4 of a turn until three clicks are heard until it is latched.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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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.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to
Lubricant specificationsin theCapacities and specificationschapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling
system components.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
Your engine's cooling system has been factory-filled with a 50/50 mixture
of distilled water and Ford G05 Engine Coolant (yellow in color) per ford
specification WSS-M97B51±A1.
A50/50 mixtureof distilled water and Ford G05 Engine Coolant
provides:
²maximum cooling system efficiency.
²freeze protection down to -36É C (-34É F).
²boiling protection up to 129É C (265É F).
²protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
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Cleaning your vehicle ...............242
engine compartment ..............243
exterior ............................243, 246
exterior lamps .........................244
instrument cluster lens ..........245
instrument panel ....................245
interior .....................................245
plastic parts ............................244
safety belts ..............................245
washing ....................................242
waxing .....................................242
wheels ......................................243
wiper blades ............................244
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............60
Clock ..........................28, 34, 45, 54
Clutch
fluid ..........................................204
operation while driving ..........147
recommended shift speeds ....149
Compass, electronic ....................75
calibration .................................77
set zone adjustment .................76
Console
overhead ....................................73
Controls
power seat .................................99
Coolant
checking and adding ..............206
refill capacities ................210, 248
specifications ..................251, 253
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................67
Customer Assistance ................175
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................266
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................259Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............265
Getting roadside assistance ...175
Getting the
service you need ....................259
Ordering additional
owner's literature ...................270
The Dispute
Settlement Board ...................262
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............265
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................20
Dipstick
automatic
transmission fluid ...................213
engine oil .................................200
Doors
door ajar warning .....................15
lubricant specifications ..........251
Driveline universal joint
and slip yoke .............................218
Driving under special
conditions ..........................158±159
mud ..........................................158
sand .........................................158
snow and ice ...........................159
through water .................158, 162
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................190
Emission control system ..........235
Engine ........................................253
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check engine/
service engine soon light .........11
cleaning ...................................243
coolant .....................................206
fail-safe coolant ......................211
idle speed control ...................218
lubrication
specifications ..................251, 253
refill capacities ........................248
service points ..................199±200
starting after a collision .........176
Engine block heater .................136
Engine oil ..................................200
checking and adding ..............200
dipstick ....................................200
filter, specifications ........203, 247
recommendations ...................203
refill capacities ........................248
specifications ..................251, 253
Exhaust fumes ..........................137
F
Fail safe cooling ........................211
Floor mats ...................................81
Fluid capacities .........................248
Foglamps .....................................21
Four-Wheel
Drive vehicles ......................14, 153
control trac ...............................23
description ..............................156
driving off road .......................157
electronic shift ..................23, 156
indicator light ...................14, 154
lever operated shift ................154
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................143
Fuel ............................................227
calculating fuel economy .......231cap ...........................................230
capacity ...................................248
choosing the right fuel ...........229
comparisons with EPA
fuel economy estimates .........234
detergent in fuel .....................230
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................227, 230, 232
filter, specifications ........231, 247
fuel pump shut-off switch .....176
gauge .........................................16
improving fuel economy ........231
low fuel warning light ..............10
octane rating ...................229, 253
quality ......................................229
running out of fuel .................230
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................227
Fuses ..................................177, 179
G
Garage door opener ....................74
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............230
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................231
Gauges .........................................16
battery voltage gauge ...............18
engine coolant
temperature gauge ...................17
engine oil pressure gauge ........19
fuel gauge ..................................16
odometer ...................................17
speedometer .............................17
tachometer ................................18
trip odometer ............................18
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating) .....160
calculating ...............................162
definition .................................160
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anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....13, 140
anti-theft ...................................13
brake ..........................................12
charging system ........................13
check coolant ............................14
cruise indicator .........................15
door ajar ....................................15
engine oil pressure ...................14
high beam .................................13
low fuel ......................................10
safety belt .................................12
service engine soon ..................11
speed control ............................71
turn signal indicator .................13
Load limits .................................160
GAWR ......................................160
GVWR ......................................160
trailer towing ..........................160
Loading instructions .................161
Locks
autolock .....................................91
Lubricant specifications ...251, 253
Lumbar support, seats .....100±101
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Manual transmission .................147
fluid capacities ........................248
lubricant specifications ..........253
reverse .....................................152
Mirrors
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................77
fold away ...................................81
side view mirrors (power) .......80
Motorcraft parts ................231, 247O
Octane rating ............................229
Odometer .....................................17
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................200
Overdrive .....................................72
P
Panic alarm feature,
remote entry system ..................91
Parking brake ............................141
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....247
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............22
Power adjustable foot pedals .....22
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................182
Power door locks ..................79, 91
Power steering ..........................142
fluid, checking and adding ....212
fluid, refill capacity ................248
fluid, specifications .........251, 253
Preparing to
drive your vehicle .....................143
R
Radio ............................................24
Relays ........................................177
Remote entry system ...........89, 91
illuminated entry ......................94
locking/unlocking doors ...........90
panic alarm ...............................91
replacement/additional
transmitters .........................93±94
replacing the batteries .............92
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