REAR AXLE REFILL CAPACITIES
Make and model Approximate capacity
Rockwell RS-17-144116.6L (35 pints)
Rockwell RS-17-1451, 216.6L (35 pints)
Rockwell RS-21-1451, 216.6L (35 pints)
Rockwell RS-23-1601, 218.9L (40 pints)
1Quantities listed are approximate. Fill axle until the lubricant level is at
bottom of filler hole, with vehicle on level ground.
2If hubs have been removed, add an additional 0.75 liter (1.6 pints) of
axle lubricant. Add lubricant through the axle vent.
FUEL TANK CAPACITIES
Type Approximate capacity
Single tank 246.09L (65 gallons)
Dual tank 492.18L (130 gallons)
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford Part NameFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Brake and
clutch fluid
(if equipped)Motorcraft High
Performance DOT
3 Motor Vehicle
Brake FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Body hinges,
hood hinges
and latches.Multi-Purpose
GreaseXGÐ4 or
F5AZ-19G209-AAESR-M1C159-A
Lock cylinders Penetrating
LubricantXL-1 N/A
Maintenance and Specifications
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Maintenance Operation Frequency - Observation
Check the transmission and
engine mountings (*b)Hard shifting or excessive vibration
Check and adjust transmission
controls (*b)High effort to shift or noisy
transmission
Check fuel pump pressure Insufficient full-throttle power or
backfiring
Clean radiator cap seal. Clean
and inspect the cap surface on
the radiatorWhen the cap does not hold pressure
Check the battery terminals for
corrosionWhenever electrical power supply has
diminished
Tighten the wheel mounting
nuts to the specified torque.
Refer toServicing your
wheels and tiresRequired initially at 804 and 1 609 km
(500 and 1 000 miles). Perform again
at 804 and 1 609 km (500 and 1 000
mile) intervals after each tire
removal/replacement.
*a During maintenance and repair, protect the fuel tube and the hose
assemblies, the power steering lines, and the brake lines from the
external heat, the acids and the abrasion that could damage the lines.
*b Check for (free) linkage action and ensure that (return) spring
force is adequate to maintain pedal free play.
*c Adjust, repair or replace as required with the same or equivalent
parts.
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