Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires may also
affect the accuracy of your speedometer.
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of
vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods
of time may result in damage to vehicle components.
Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you
currently have on your vehicle.
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads that provide traction in
rain or snow.
The use of snow cables is not recommended for this vehicle, as damage
to your vehicle may occur under extreme handling or rough road
conditions. However, if you choose to operate the vehicle with snow
cables, avoid these conditions and follow the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Do not use any type of tire chains, as this will likely cause damage to
your vehicle.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 2.0L engine 2.5L engine
Air filter element FA-1612 FA-1613
Fuel filter FG-800A FG-800A
Oil filter FL-2005 FL-820
PCV valve EV-224 EV-152
Battery BXT-40R BXT-40R
Cabin air filter FP4 FP4
Crankcase ventilation
filterFA-1621 Ð
Spark plugs
1AZFS-22F # 1+22
AZFS-22FE # 3+4AWSF-32F1Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
2If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the
same cylinder. If a spark plug needs to be replaced, use only spark plugs
with the service number suffix letter ªFEº as shown on the engine decal.
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance DOT
3 Motor Vehicle
Brake FluidAll Fill to MAX mark
Engine coolant
1Motorcraft
Specialty Orange
Engine Coolant2.0L engine 6.6L (7.0 quarts)2
2.5L engine 9.5L (10.0
quarts)2
9.7L (10.2
quarts)3
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil2.0L engine 4.25L (4.5 quarts)
2.5L engine 5.5L (5.8 quarts)
Fuel tank
capacityN/A All 58.5L (15.4
gallons)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FAll Fill to MAX mark
Transmission
fluid
4Motorcraft
MERCONtAT FAutomatic
transaxles49.6L (10.2 quarts)
Motorcraft Full
Synthetic Manual
Transmission FluidManual
transaxles
52.6L (2.7 quarts)
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateAll Fill to top of
reservoir
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
2Total capacity.
3With automatic transaxle.
4Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCONtand MERCONtV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Refer to your scheduled maintenance
guide to determine the correct service interval.
5Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
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