2004 FORD E-350 power steering fluid

Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Power Windows
Front/Rear
Power Window Lockout
Child Safety Door
Lock/UnlockInterior Luggage
Compartment Release
Symbol
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Emission SystemEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check fuel cap
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Parking brake
To set the parking brake (1), press
the parking brake pedal down until
the pedal stops.
To release, pull the lever (2).
Always set the parking
brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).
The BRAKE warning lamp will
illuminate and will remain
illuminated until the parking brake
is released.
The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.
However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop
your vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the
rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distance will increase greatly and the
handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected.
STEERING
To prevent damage to the power steering system:
•Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it
stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.
•Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level
(If the fluid level is below the FULL COLD range on the dipstick).
If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned
off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort.
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•an improperly inflated tire
•uneven tire wear
•loose or worn suspension components
•loose or worn steering components
•improper steering alignment
A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering
seem to wander/pull.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Engine compartment component locations
Refer to the6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplementfor diesel engine component locations.
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Air filter assembly
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Battery
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engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer to the scheduled maintenance
guide for the service interval
schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCONAT F.
Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20°–80°F (-7°
–25°C):
1. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should be between the arrows
in the FULL COLD range. Do not add fluid if the level is within this
range.
2. If the fluid level is low, start the engine.
3. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
4. Turn the engine off.
For E-450 and E-550 vehicles with the Hydro-Boost Brake
System, do not press the brake pedal after the engine has been
turned off.
5. Recheck the fluid level on the dipstick. Do not add fluid if the level is
between the arrows in the FULL COLD range.
FULL COLD
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine
coolant-gasoline
engine
1
Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)4.6L V8 engine 23.7L (25.0
quarts)
1 row–22.6L
(23.8 quarts)
8
4.6L V8 engine
with aux rear
heat25.7L (27.2
quarts)
1 row–24.6L
(26.0 quarts)
8
5.4L V8 engine 27.4L (29.0
quarts)
1 row–26.3L
(27.8 quarts)
8
5.4L V8 engine
with aux rear
heat29.4L (31.0
quarts)
1 row–28.3L
(29.8 quarts)
8
6.8L V10 engine 29.0L (30.6
quarts)
1 row–27.9L
(29.4 quarts)
8
6.8L V10 engine
with aux rear
heat31.0L (32.8
quarts)
1 row–29.9L
(31.6 quarts)
8
Engine
coolant-diesel
engineRefer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.1
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Keep in FULL
range on
dipstick
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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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K
Keys
positions of the ignition .........116
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................60
daytime running light ...............55
headlamps .................................55
headlamps, flash to pass ..........56
instrument panel, dimming .....56
interior lamps ...........................59
replacing bulbs ...................60–64
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................59
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........120
Load limits .................................130
Loading instructions .................133
Lubricant specifications ...238, 241
Lug nuts ....................................165
Lumbar support, seats ...............81
M
Mirrors
fold away ...................................71
side view mirrors (power) .......70
Motorcraft parts ................206, 232
O
Octane rating ............................205
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................191
P
Parking brake ............................121Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....232
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................153
Power door locks ........................75
Power mirrors .............................70
Power point .................................69
Power steering ..........................121
fluid, checking and adding ....212
fluid, refill capacity ................233
fluid, specifications .........238, 241
Power Windows ...........................70
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................122
R
Radio ..........................18, 20, 22, 25
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................30
Relays ................................149, 156
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ................55, 79
locking/unlocking doors ...........75
Roadside assistance ..................146
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............95
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ............86–88, 90
Safety defects, reporting ..........181
Safety restraints ....................86–90
belt minder ...............................91
extension assembly ..................95
for adults .............................87–88
for children .....................100, 102
lap belt ......................................90
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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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