
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Child Safety Door
Lock/Unlock
Interior Luggage
Compartment Release
Symbol
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Emission SystemEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check fuel cap
Introduction
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Engine Oil Recommendations
2.3L & 3.0L Engines
Look for this certification
trademark.
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended.
Only use oils ªCertified For Gasoline Enginesº by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). Use Motorcraft (Part: XO±5W20±QSP in
U.S.)or an equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification WSS-M2C153±H.
SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability
performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle's engine.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule
listed in the scheduled maintenance guide.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions,
lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty.
4.0L Engine
Look for this certification
trademark.
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Standards for fuel ethanol have been developed to provide FFVs the best
possible performance, safety and durability. To assist alcohol fuel
providers in meeting these standards, guidelines have also been
developed which prescribe ªEthanol Fuel Compatibleº dispensing station
equipment. These standards and guidelines can be obtained from Ford
Motor Company. Fuel stations may apply to be certified as meeting these
standards. However, not all stations meet these standards at this time. To
ensure proper operation of your FFV on fuel ethanol, refuel at certified
stations.
If you are experiencing a rough or rolling idle after start-up with the
outside temperature above 27É C (80É F), the idle should improve within
10 to 30 seconds. If the problems persist below this temperature, see
your dealer or a qualified service technician.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated ªcleaner-burningº gasolines to
improve air quality.
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 ªCheck Engineº indicator may come on. For more information on
the ªCheck Engineº indicator, refer to theInstrumentationchapter.
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.
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Air filter
elementFA-1658 FA-1658 FA-1658
Fuel filter FG±1002 FG±1002 FG±1002
Battery BXT-59 BXT-59 BXT-59
Oil filter FL-400S FL-400S FL-820S
PCV valve EV-227 EV-130 EV-225
Spark plugs* AWSF-32FEM** AWSF-32PP*** AGSF-34FP
* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
** Two spark plugs per cylinder required (eight total).
*** If any spark plug needs to be removed for inspection, it must be
re-installed in the same cylinder. Cylinders No.1, 2 and 3 have a ªPGº
suffix. Cylinders No. 4, 5 and 6 have a ªPº suffix. If any spark plug needs
to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix
letters ªPPº as shown on the engine decal.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)Motorcraft SAE
5W- 20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil2.3L engine 3.8L (4.0 quarts)
3.0L V6 engine 4.3L (4.5 quarts)
Motorcraft SAE
5W- 30 Super
Premium Motor
Oil4.0L V6 engine 4.7L (5.0 quarts)
Brake fluid and
Clutch fluidMotorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line or
step (for clutch)
on reservoir
Capacities and specifications
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lubrication specifications ......243,
245
refill capacities ........................240
service points ..................186±188
starting after a collision .........159
Engine block heater .................126
Engine oil ..................................189
checking and adding ..............189
dipstick ....................................189
filter, specifications ........193, 240
recommendations ...................193
refill capacities ........................240
specifications ..................243, 245
Exhaust fumes ..........................127
F
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....215
Fluid capacities .........................240
Foglamps .....................................20
Four-Wheel Drive
vehicles ................................14, 138
control trac ...............................27
description ..............................139
driving off road .......................141
electronic shift ..................27, 139
indicator light .........................139
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................131
Fuel ............................................215
calculating fuel economy .......222
cap .....................................11, 218
capacity ...................................240
choosing the right fuel ...........219
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................225
detergent in fuel .....................221
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................215, 218, 222filter, specifications ........221, 240
fuel pump shut-off switch .....159
gauge .........................................16
improving fuel economy ........222
octane rating ...........219, 245±246
quality ......................................220
running out of fuel .................221
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................215
Fuses ..................................161±162
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ......11, 218
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................222
Gauges .........................................16
battery voltage gauge ...............19
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................17
engine oil pressure gauge ........19
fuel gauge ..................................16
odometer ...................................18
speedometer .............................18
tachometer ................................17
trip odometer ............................18
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................144
calculating ...............................146
definition .................................144
driving with a heavy load ......144
location ....................................144
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................144
calculating .......................144, 146
definition .................................144
driving with a heavy load ......144
location ....................................144
Index
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Item Information
Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane
Fuel tank capacity (Regular
cab-Short wheel base)62.4L (16.5 gallons)
Fuel tank capacity (Regular
cab-Long wheel base)75.7 (20.0 gallons)
Fuel tank capacity (SuperCab) 73.8L (19.5 gallons)
Engine oil capacity (includes filter
change)-2.3L I4 engine3.8L (4.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor
Oil, Ford specification
WSS-M2C153-H.
Engine oil capacity (includes filter
change)- 3.0L V6 engines4.3L (4.5 quarts). Use Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor
Oil, Ford specification
WSS-M2C153-H.
Engine oil capacity (includes filter
change)- 4.0L V6 engine4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft
SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor
Oil, Ford specification
WSS-M2C153-G.
Tire size and pressure Refer to the Certification Label on
inside of driver's door.
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of
the instrument panel.
Coolant capacity-2.3L I4 with
manual transmission
110.0L (10.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity-2.3L I4 with
automatic transmission
19.7L (10.2 quarts)
Coolant capacity-3.0L V6 with
manual transmission
114.3L (15.1 quarts)
Coolant capacity-3.0L V6 with
automatic transmission
114.0L (14.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity-4.0L V6 with
manual transmission
113.0L (13.7 quarts)
Coolant capacity-4.0L V6 with
automatic transmission
112.5L (13.2 quarts)
Filling station information
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