2002 FORD E SERIES engine oil

correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine
the correct service interval.
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.
2Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A 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 C8AZ-19B546-A 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 EDIS Coil on plug Coil on plug
Compression
ratio9.3:1 9.37:1 9.0:1 9.0:1
*Refer to the7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner's Guide Supplementfor diesel engine information.
Maintenance and specifications
260

wheels ......................................208
windows ..................................212
wiper blades ............................210
Clock ..........................23, 28, 37, 45
Compass, electronic ..................104
calibration ...............................106
set zone adjustment ...............105
Console
overhead ..........................102±103
Controls
power seat ...............................114
Coolant
checking and adding ..............226
refill capacities ................230, 254
specifications ..................258, 260
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................98
Customer Assistance ................173
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................212
Ford Extended Service Plan .199
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................203
Getting roadside assistance ...173
Getting the service you
need .........................................197
Ordering additional owner's
literature .................................204
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................200
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................203
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................85Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid .245
engine oil .................................217
Doors
door ajar warning .....................15
lubricant specifications ..........258
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................245
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................160
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................191
Emission control system ..........241
Engine ................................260±261
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................12
cleaning ...................................209
coolant .....................................226
diesel ...........................................6
fail-safe coolant ......................231
idle speed control ...................220
lubrication specifications ......258,
260
refill capacities ........................254
service points ..........................216
starting after a collision .........175
Engine block heater .................151
Engine oil ..................................217
checking and adding ..............217
dipstick ....................................217
filter, specifications ........219, 253
recommendations ...................219
refill capacities ........................254
specifications ..................258, 260
Index
268

Exhaust fumes ..........................151
F
Fail safe cooling ........................231
Fluid capacities .........................254
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................156
Fuel ............................................233
calculating fuel economy .......238
cap ...........................................235
capacity ...................................254
choosing the right fuel ...........236
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................241
detergent in fuel .....................237
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................233, 235, 238
filter, specifications ........238, 253
fuel pump shut-off switch .....175
gauge .........................................18
improving fuel economy ........238
low fuel warning light ..............14
octane rating ...........236, 260±261
quality ......................................237
running out of fuel .................237
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................233
Fuses ..................................177±178
G
Garage door opener ..................103
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............235
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................238
Gauges .........................................16
battery voltage gauge ...............18engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................17
engine oil pressure gauge ........17
fuel gauge ..................................18
odometer ...................................19
speedometer .............................18
trip odometer ............................19
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................160
calculating ...............................163
definition .................................160
driving with a heavy load ......160
location ....................................160
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................160
calculating .......................160, 163
definition .................................160
driving with a heavy load ......160
location ....................................160
H
Hazard flashers .........................174
Headlamps ...................................85
aiming ........................................86
bulb specifications ....................88
daytime running lights .............85
flash to pass ..............................86
high beam ...........................15, 85
replacing bulbs ...................89±90
turning on and off ....................85
warning chime ..........................16
Heating
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................83
heater only system ...................78
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................79
Hood ..........................................215
Index
269

I
Ignition .......................148, 260±261
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................139
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................242
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................211
cluster ................................12, 211
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................86
J
Jack ............................................184
positioning ...............................184
storage .....................................184
Jump-starting your vehicle ......191
K
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............16
positions of the ignition .........148
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................88
cargo lamps ...............................86
daytime running light ...............85
headlamps .................................85
headlamps, flash to pass ..........86
instrument panel, dimming .....86
interior lamps ...........................87
replacing bulbs ...................88±93
Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................86Lights, warning and indicator ....12
air bag ........................................14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....13, 153
brake ..........................................13
charging system ........................14
check coolant ............................14
cruise indicator .........................14
door ajar ....................................15
engine oil pressure ...................14
high beam .................................15
low fuel ......................................14
safety belt .................................13
service engine soon ..................12
turn signal indicator .................15
Load limits .................................160
GAWR ......................................160
GVWR ......................................160
trailer towing ..........................160
Loading instructions .................162
Lubricant specifications ...258, 260
Lumbar support, seats .............114
M
Mirrors
fold away ...................................98
side view mirrors (power) .......97
Motorcraft parts ................238, 253
O
Octane rating ............................236
Odometer .....................................19
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................217
Overdrive ...................................102
Index
270