2003 FORD EXPEDITION automatic transmission fluid

1Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
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
MERCONand MERCONV. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCONtype
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCONV type fluid.
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.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine
Cubic inches 281 330
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056 inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056 inch)
Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug
Compression ratio 9.37:1 9.0:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle dimensions 4x2 mm (in) 4x4 mm (in)
(1) Overall length 5228
(205.8)5228
(205.8)
(2) Vehicle width
(Body)2000
(78.7)2000
(78.7)
(2) Vehicle width
including mirrors2390
(94.1)2390
(94.1)
Maintenance and Specifications
305

A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................195
Accessory delay ........................100
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ........168–169, 173
and child safety seats ............170
description ......................169, 173
disposal ....................................176
driver air bag ..................171, 174
indicator light ...........12, 172, 176
operation .........................171, 174
passenger air bag ...........171, 174
Air cleaner filter .......293–294, 300
Air conditioning ..........................72
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................78
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................69
Air suspension
warning light .............................14
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................274
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................195–196
Armrests ....................................142
Audio system
(see Radio) ................19, 27, 37–38
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................203
fluid, adding ............................291
fluid, checking ........................291
fluid, refill capacities ..............300
fluid, specification ..................305
Auxiliary power point .................97Axle
lubricant
specifications ..................303, 305
refill capacities ........................300
B
Battery .......................................272
acid, treating emergencies .....272
charging system warning
light ............................................12
jumping a disabled battery ....241
maintenance-free ....................272
replacement, specifications ...300
servicing ..................................272
voltage gauge ............................16
BeltMinder .................................164
Brakes ........................................195
anti-lock ...........................195–196
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........11, 196
brake warning light ..................11
fluid, checking and adding ....290
fluid, refill capacities ..............300
fluid, specifications .........303, 305
lubricant
specifications ..................303, 305
parking ....................................196
pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ..102, 125
shift interlock ..................202, 206
Break-in period .............................6
Bulbs ............................................86
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....300
CD-6 disc .....................................38
CD-single premium ...............19, 27
Certification Label ....................307
Index
313

Changing a tire .........................236
Child safety restraints ..............177
child safety belts ....................177
Child safety seats ......................180
in front seat ............................181
in rear seat ......................181, 184
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............260
instrument panel ....................262
interior .............................262–263
plastic parts ............................261
washing ....................................259
waxing .....................................259
wheels ......................................260
wiper blades ............................262
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......69, 72
Clock ................................23, 34, 43
Compass, electronic ..........100, 112
calibration ...............................113
set zone adjustment .......113, 115
Console ......................................125
overhead ..............................95, 97
Controls
power seat ...............................143
steering column ......................106
Coolant
checking and adding ..............274
refill capacities ................278, 300
specifications ..................303, 305
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................103
Customer Assistance ................227
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................264
Ford Extended Service Plan .251
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............255Getting roadside assistance ...227
Getting the service
you need .................................249
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................256
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................252
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............255
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................82
Defrost
rear window ..............................80
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................291
engine oil .................................269
Doors
door ajar warning ...............13, 15
lubricant specifications ..........303
Driveline universal joint
and slip yoke .............................293
Driving under special
conditions ..........................212, 215
sand .........................................214
snow and ice ...........................216
through water .................215, 219
E
Electronic message center .......114
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................241
Emission control system ..........288
Engine ........................................305
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................10
Index
314

opening the trunk ...................130
panic alarm .............................130
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................132
replacing the batteries ...........132
Reverse sensing system ...........206
Roadside assistance ..................227
Roof rack ...................................127
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ............14, 155, 158–162
Safety Canopy ...........................173
Safety defects, reporting ..........258
Safety restraints ........155, 158–162
belt minder .............................164
extension assembly ................167
for adults .........................159–161
for children .....................176–177
lap belt ....................................163
warning light and
chime ...................12, 14, 163–164
Safety seats for children ..........180
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............155
Seats ..........................................141
child safety seats ....................180
climate control ........................144
memory seat ...................131, 144
SecuriLock passive
anti-theft system ...............137–139
Servicing your vehicle ..............265
Snowplowing .................................7
Spare tire (see Changing
the Tire) ....................................236Spark plugs,
specifications .....................300, 305
Special notice
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................303, 305
Speed control ............................103
Speedometer ...............................17
Starting your vehicle ........191–193
jump starting ..........................241
Steering
speed sensitive .......................198
Steering wheel
controls ............................103, 106
T
Tachometer .................................18
Tire warning ..............................298
Tires ...................236, 295–296, 298
changing ..........................236, 238
checking the pressure ............296
replacing ..................................297
rotating ....................................297
snow tires and chains ............299
tire grades ...............................296
treadwear ................................295
Towing .......................................221
recreational towing .................226
trailer towing ..........................221
wrecker ....................................247
Traction control
active light ................................12
Transmission .............................202
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................291
fluid, refill capacities ..............300
Index
318