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which equates to a freeze point of -36°C (-34°F). Coolant concentration
testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the
Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014–R1060). The level of coolant
should be maintained at the“cold full”of“cold fill range”level in the
coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions
in theAdding engine coolantsection.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.A
50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
•Freeze protection down to -36°C (-34°F).
•Boiling protection up to 129°C (265°F).
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.
When the engine is cold, check the
level of the engine coolant in the
reservoir.
•The engine coolant should be at the“cold fill level”or within the“cold
fill range”as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon
application).
•Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval
schedules.
COLD FILL LEVEL
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economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records
during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel
economy. In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy.
Driving style—good driving and fuel economy habits
Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change
a number of variables and improve your fuel economy.
Habits
•Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.
•Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel
economy.
•Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste
fuel.
•Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
•Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy.
•Slow down gradually.
•Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 88 km/h [55 mph] uses 15%
less fuel than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]).
•Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.
•Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.
•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs.
Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel
economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toLubricant specificationsin
this chapter.
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tires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that steel
wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as chains may chip
aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
•Use only SAE Class S chains.
•Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
•Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, remove
the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.
•If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
•Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use
tire chains on dry roads.
•The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and chains.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component14.2L V6
engine4.6L V8
engine5.4L V8
engine6.8L V10
engine
Air filter
elementFA-1634 FA-1634 FA-1634 FA-1634
Battery
(standard)BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750
Battery
(auxiliary)BH-65DC BH-65DC BH-65DC BH-65DC
Fuel filter FG-872 FG-872 FG-872 FG-872
Oil filter FL-400-S FL-820-S FL-820-S FL-820-S
PCV valve EV-251 EV-233 EV-233 EV-233
Spark plugs
2AGSF-34EEM3AWSF-32PP4AGSF-22W AGSF-22W
1Refer to the7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplementfor Motorcraft diesel engine service part
numbers.
2Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
3If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the
same cylinder. Cylinders No. 1, 2 and 3 have a“EGM”suffix. Cylinders
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No. 4, 5 and 6 have a“EM”suffix. If a spark plug needs to be replaced,
use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letterEEMas
shown on the engine decal.
4If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the
same cylinder. Cylinders No. 1, 2, 3 and 4 have a“PG”suffix. Cylinders
No. 5, 6, 7 and 8 have a“P”suffix. If a spark plug needs to be replaced,
use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letter as shown
on the engine decal.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine
oil-gasoline
engine (includes
filter change)Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor OilAll 5.7L (6.0
quarts)
Engine oil-diesel
engine (includes
filter change)Refer to the7.3L Power Stroke Direct Injection
Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.
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Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine coolant Motorcraft
Premium Engine
Coolant
(green-colored)VC-4–A (in
Canada,
Motorcraft
CXC-10)ESE-M97B44-A
Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)VC-7–A WSS
-M97B51-A1
Engine oil-gasoline
engineMotorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor OilXO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-H
with API
Certification
Mark
Engine oil-diesel
engineRefer to the7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct
Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide
Supplement.
Hinges, latches,
Striker plates, fuel
filler door hinge,
and seat tracksMotorcraft
Multi-Purpose
Grease
XG–4or
F5AZ-19G209-AAESR-M1C159-A
Lock cylinders Motorcraft
Penetrating and
Lock LubricantMotorcraft XL-1 none
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Automatic
transmission
(4R100)
1
Motorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Automatic
tranmission
(4R70W)
1
Motorcraft
MERCONVATFXT-5-QM MERCONV
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MERCONand MERCONV type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCONand MERCONV. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCONand MERCONV) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCONmay
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
2Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Visteon
Traction-Lok rear axles.
3Add 237 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Dana
Traction-Lok rear axles.
ENGINE DATA
Engine*4.2L V6
engine4.6L V8
engine5.4L V8
engine6.8L V10
engine
Cubic inches 256 281 330 415
Required
fuel87 octane 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5
-4-81-3-7-2-6-5
-4-81-6-5-10-2-7
-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)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)
Ignition
systemEDIS Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug
Compression
ratio9.3:1 9.4:1 9.0:1 9.0:1
*Refer to the7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplementfor diesel engine information.
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interior .....................................195
plastic parts ............................193
washing ....................................191
waxing .....................................191
wheels ......................................192
wiper blades ....................193–194
woodtone trim ........................195
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......70–71
Clock ..........................20, 25, 32, 40
Compass, electronic ....................94
calibration .................................95
set zone adjustment .................95
Console
overhead ....................................93
Controls
power seat ...............................102
Coolant
checking and adding ..............209
refill capacities ................213, 236
specifications ..................240, 243
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................88
Customer Assistance ................158
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .............................195–196
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................183
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................187
Getting roadside assistance ...158
Getting the service you
need .........................................181
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................188
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................184
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................187D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................76
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................227
engine oil .................................201
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........240
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................227
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................148
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................175
Emission control system ..........223
Engine ................................243–244
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................10
cleaning ...................................192
coolant .....................................209
diesel ...........................................6
fail-safe coolant ......................214
idle speed control ...................204
lubrication
specifications ..................240, 243
refill capacities ........................236
service points ..........................199
starting after a collision .........160
Engine block heater .................139
Engine oil ..................................201
checking and adding ..............201
dipstick ....................................201
filter, specifications ........203, 235
recommendations ...................203
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refill capacities ........................236
specifications ..................240, 243
Exhaust fumes ..........................140
F
Fail safe cooling ........................214
Fluid capacities .........................236
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................144
Fuel ............................................216
calculating fuel economy .......220
cap ...........................................218
capacity ...................................236
choosing the right fuel ...........218
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................223
detergent in fuel .....................220
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................216, 218, 220
filter, specifications ........220, 235
fuel pump shut-off switch .....160
gauge .........................................16
improving fuel economy ........220
low fuel warning light ..............12
octane rating ...........219, 243–244
quality ......................................219
running out of fuel .................220
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................216
Fuses ..................................161–162
G
Garage door opener ....................93
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............218
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................220
Gauges .........................................14battery voltage gauge ...............15
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................14
engine oil pressure gauge ........15
fuel gauge ..................................16
odometer ...................................16
speedometer .............................16
trip odometer ............................16
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................149
calculating ...............................151
definition .................................149
driving with a heavy load ......149
location ....................................149
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................149
calculating .......................149, 151
definition .................................149
driving with a heavy load ......149
location ....................................149
H
Hazard flashers .........................159
Headlamps ...................................76
aiming ........................................77
bulb specifications ....................79
daytime running lights .............76
flash to pass ..............................77
high beam ...........................13, 76
replacing bulbs ...................80–81
turning on and off ....................76
warning chime ..........................14
Heating
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................75
heater only system ...................70
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................71
Hood ..........................................199
I
Ignition .......................136, 243–244
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