Maintenance and Specifications 172
Engine compartment 174
Engine oil 175
Battery 178
Fuel information 189
Air filter(s) 203
Part numbers 217
Refill capacities 218
Lubricant specifications 222
Accessories 231
Index 234
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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 capLow tire warning
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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. Engine oil filler cap
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Brake fluid reservoir
9. Engine coolant reservoir
10. Battery
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“Premium”unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed
to use“Regular”unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems
to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or
a qualified service technician.
It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system.
Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your
fuel may not be covered by your warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-wide Fuel Charter.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated“cleaner-burning”gasolines to
improve air quality.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
affect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after
refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine.
•The
indicator may come on. For more information on the
“Service Engine Soon”indicator, refer to theInstrument Cluster
chapter.
Fuel Filter
For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate
intervals for changing the fuel filter.
Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The
customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system
if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used.
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The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (66°C-77°C
[150°F-170°F]).
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at ambient temperature
(10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]).
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transmission failure.
An overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition.
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the
Lubricant specificationssection in this chapter.
Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 250 ml (1/2 pint) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns
and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter
element listed. Refer toMotorcraft Part Numbers.
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Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
Changing the air filter element
1. Disconnect the fresh air inlet tube
from the radiator support.
2. Loosen the clamp that secures
the two halves of the air filter
housing together.
3. Carefully separate the two halves
of the air filter housing.
4. Remove the air filter element
from the housing.
5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter
element edges between the air filter housing. This could cause filter
damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly
seated.
6. Replace the two halves of the air filter housing and secure the clamp.
7. Connect the fresh air inlet tube to the radiator support.
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
New vehicles are fitted with tires
that have a rating on them called
Tire Quality Grades. The Quality
grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For
example:
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component14.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10
engine
Air filter element FA-1634 FA-1634 FA-1634
Battery
(standard)BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750
Battery
(auxiliary)BH-65DC BH-65DC BH-65DC
Fuel filter FG-872 FG-872 FG-872
Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S FL-820-S
PCV valve EV-270 EV-270 EV-270
Spark
plugs-platinum
2AGSF-32PM4AGSF-22W AGSF-22W
1Refer to the7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplementfor Motorcraft diesel engine service part
numbers.
2Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
3If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the
same cylinder. Cylinders No. 1, 2 and 3 have a“EGM”suffix. Cylinders
No. 4, 5 and 6 have a“EM”suffix. If a spark plug needs to be replaced,
use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letterEEMas
shown on the engine decal.
4If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the
same cylinder. Cylinders No. 1, 2, 3 and 4 have a“PG”suffix. Cylinders
No. 5, 6, 7 and 8 have a“P”suffix. If a spark plug needs to be replaced,
use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letter as shown
on the engine decal.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................63
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................89
and child safety seats ..............91
description ................................89
disposal ......................................93
driver air bag ............................91
indicator light ...........................93
operation ...................................91
passenger air bag .....................91
Air cleaner filter .......202–203, 217
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................184
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................112
Audio system
(see Radio) ................15, 17, 19, 22
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................116
fluid, adding ............................200
fluid, checking ........................200
fluid, refill capacities ..............218
fluid, specification ..................225
Auxiliary power point .................62
Axle
lubricant specifications ..222, 225
refill capacities ........................218
traction lok ..............................113
B
Battery .......................................178
acid, treating emergencies .....178
disconnecting ..........................180
jumping a disabled battery ....151maintenance-free ....................178
replacement, specifications ...217
servicing ..................................178
BeltMinder ...................................84
Brakes ........................................111
anti-lock ...................................112
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................112
fluid, checking and adding ....200
fluid, refill capacities ..............218
fluid, specifications .........222, 225
lubricant specifications ..222, 225
parking ....................................112
shift interlock ..........................115
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................53
C
Calculating load ........................123
Capacities for refilling fluids ....218
Cassette tape player ...................22
CD-single premium .....................15
Cell phone use ............................62
Child safety restraints ................94
child safety belts ......................94
Child safety seats ........................97
in front seat ..............................98
in rear seat ................................98
tether anchorage hardware ...101
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............167
exterior ....................................170
instrument panel ....................169
interior .....................................169
interior trim ............................169
plastic parts ............................168
safety belts ..............................169
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