2004 FORD E-250 transmission fluid

checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the
axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should
be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water.
Fill 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below bottom of fill hole.
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A, for complete refill of 8.8 inch
and 9.75 inch Traction-Lok axles.
3Fill Dana rear axles to 6 mm to 19 mm (1/4 inch to 3/4 inch) below
bottom of fill hole. Fill Visteon axles 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16
inch) below bottom of fill hole.
4Visteon Traction-Lok axles require 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction
Modifier XL—3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A.
Dana limited-slip axles (E250/350/450/550) require 237ml (8 oz.) of
Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ—19B546–A or equivalent meeting Ford
specification EST-M2C118-A.
5Optional fuel tank 208L (55 gallon).
6Ensure 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 yourScheduled Maintenance Guideto 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.
MERCON, MERCONV and MERCONSP are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON, MERCONV and
MERCONSP. Use of dual usage fluids in an automatic
transmission application requiring MERCONSP may cause
transmission damage. Use of a transmission fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
7Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size, if equipped with an in-tank cooler, if equipped an
oil to air cooler and if equipped with a remote filter assembly. The
amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the
indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
8If your vehicle is equipped with a single row radiator, there will be a
label on the top side of the radiator indicating“1 Row Radiator”.
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Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
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
transmission
(4R70/75 E-W)
1
Motorcraft
MERCONV
AT FXT-5-QM MERCONV
Automatic
transmission
TorqShift
(5–speed)
1
Motorcraft
MERCONSP
AT FXT-6–QSP MERCONSP
WSS-M2C919–D
Disc brake
caliper railsMotorcraft
Silicone Brake
Caliper Grease
and Dielectric
CompoundXG-3-A ESE-M1C171-A
Parking brake
assembly (E-450
Super Duty)Motorcraft
MERCON
Automatic
Transmission
FluidXT-2-QDX MERCON
Visteon
conventional and
Traction-Lok
axles
2
Motorcraft SAE
75W-90 Fuel
Efficient High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantXY-75W90–
QFEHPMeets API GL-5
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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 yourScheduled Maintenance Guideto 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.
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 C8AZ-19B546-A or
equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill
of Dana Limited Slip rear axles.
ENGINE DATA
Engine*4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine
Cubic inches 281 330 415
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
Ignition
systemCoil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug
Compression
ratio9.4:1 9.0:1 9.0:1
*Refer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s
Guide Supplementfor diesel engine information.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................70
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ..................96, 101
and child safety seats ..............98
description ........................96, 101
disposal ....................................100
driver air bag ............................98
indicator light .........................100
operation ...................................98
passenger air bag .....................98
Air cleaner filter .......216–217, 232
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................196
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................120
Audio system
(see Radio) ................18, 20, 22, 25
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................124, 127
fluid, adding ............................213
fluid, checking ........................213
fluid, refill capacities ..............233
fluid, specification ..................241
Auxiliary power point .................69
Axle
lubricant specifications ..238, 241
refill capacities ........................233
traction lok ..............................122
B
Battery .......................................194
acid, treating emergencies .....194
jumping a disabled battery ....166
maintenance-free ....................194replacement, specifications ...232
servicing ..................................194
BeltMinder ...................................91
Brakes ........................................120
anti-lock ...................................120
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............120
fluid, checking and adding ....213
fluid, refill capacities ..............233
fluid, specifications .........238, 241
lubricant specifications ..238, 241
parking ....................................121
shift interlock ..........................123
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................60
C
Calculating load ........................133
Capacities for refilling fluids ....233
Cell phone use ............................69
Child safety restraints ..............102
child safety belts ....................102
Child safety seats ......................104
in front seat ............................106
in rear seat ..............................106
tether anchorage hardware ...108
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............183
exterior ....................................186
instrument panel ....................185
interior .....................................185
interior trim ............................185
plastic parts ............................184
safety belts ..............................185
washing ....................................182
waxing .....................................182
wheels ......................................183
wiper blades ............................184
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......52, 54
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................27
AM/FM .......................................19
AM/FM/CD .................................23
AM/FM/Tape
..............................20
Compass, electronic
....................67
calibration
.................................68
set zone adjustment
.................68
Console
overhead
....................................66
Controls
power seat
.................................81
Coolant
checking and adding
..............196
refill capacities
................200, 233
specifications
..................238, 241
Cruise control
(see Speed control)
....................72
Customer Assistance
................146
Ford accessories for your
vehicle
.....................................186
Ford Extended Service
Plan
..........................................175
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada
..............179
Getting roadside assistance
...146
Getting the service
you need
.................................173
Ordering additional owner’s
literature
.................................180
The Dispute Settlement
Board
.......................................175
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program
...............178D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................55
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................213
engine oil .................................191
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........238
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................213
Driving under special
conditions ..................................127
through water .........................129
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................166
Emergency Flashers .................147
Emission control system ..........209
Engine ................................241–242
cleaning ...................................183
coolant .....................................196
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe coolant ......................201
idle speed control ...................194
lubrication
specifications ..................238, 241
refill capacities ........................233
service points ..........................190
starting after a collision .........147
Engine block heater .................119
Engine oil ..................................191
checking and adding ..............191
dipstick ....................................191
filter, specifications ........193, 232
recommendations ...................193
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safety belt maintenance ...........95
warning light and chime ..........91
Safety seats for children ..........104
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............86
Seats ............................................80
child safety seats ....................104
front seats .................................80
Servicing your vehicle ..............188
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................19
AM/FM/CD .................................23
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................27
AM/FM/Tape ..............................20
Spare tire (see
Changing the Tire) ...................158
Spark plugs,
specifications .............232, 241–242
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............8
diesel-powered vehicles .............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................238, 241
Speed control ..............................72
Starting your
vehicle ........................116–117, 119
jump starting ..........................166
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................66
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...........52, 54
Tilt steering wheel ......................66
Tires ...................................217–219alignment ................................227
care ..........................................224
changing ..........................158–159
checking the pressure ............224
label .........................................224
replacing ..........................162, 230
rotating ....................................227
safety practices .......................230
sidewall information ...............220
snow tires and chains ............231
spare tire .................................157
terminology .............................219
tire grades ...............................218
treadwear ........................218, 229
Towing .......................................133
recreational towing .................145
trailer towing ..........................133
wrecker ....................................172
Traction-lok rear axle ...............122
Transmission .............................123
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....123
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................213
fluid, refill capacities ..............233
lubricant specifications ..238, 241
Turn signal ..................................59
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................242
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................245
Vehicle loading ..........................130
Ventilating your vehicle ...........119
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................191
Water, Driving through .............129
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