2004 FORD EXCURSION fuel

2Ensure 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* 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine
Cubic inches 330 415
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
Spark plug gap1.3-1.4 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 9.0:1 9.0:1
*Refer to the7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplementfor diesel engine information.
Maintenance and Specifications
259

fail-safe coolant ......................232
idle speed control ...................225
lubrication
specifications ..................257, 259
refill capacities ........................254
service points ..........................221
starting after a collision .........186
Engine block heater .................155
Engine oil ..................................222
checking and adding ..............222
dipstick ....................................222
filter, specifications ........224, 254
recommendations ...................224
refill capacities ........................254
specifications ..................257, 259
Exhaust fumes ..........................155
F
Fail safe cooling ........................232
Fluid capacities .........................254
Foglamps .....................................72
Four-Wheel Drive
vehicles ................................14, 166
description ..............................167
driving off road .......................169
electronic shift ................166–167
indicator light ...................14, 167
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................160
Fuel ............................................233
calculating fuel economy .......238
cap .....................................11, 235
capacity ...................................254
choosing the right fuel ...........236
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................241
detergent in fuel .....................237
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................233, 235, 238filter, specifications ........237, 254
fuel pump shut-off switch .....186
gauge .........................................17
improving fuel economy ........238
low fuel warning light ..............13
octane rating ...........236, 259–260
quality ......................................236
running out of fuel .................237
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................233
Fuses ..................................187–188
G
Garage door opener ..............83, 97
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ......11, 235
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................238
Gauges .........................................15
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................15
engine oil pressure gauge ........16
fuel gauge ..................................17
odometer ...................................18
speedometer .............................18
tachometer ................................18
trip odometer ............................18
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................177
calculating ...............................179
definition .................................177
driving with a heavy load ......177
location ....................................177
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................177
calculating .......................177, 179
definition .................................177
driving with a heavy load ......177
location ....................................177
H
Hazard flashers .........................186
Index
268

Head restraints .........................121
Headlamps ...................................71
aiming ........................................73
autolamp system .......................71
bulb specifications ....................75
daytime running lights .............72
flash to pass ..............................72
high beam ...........................13, 72
replacing bulbs .........................76
turning on and off ....................71
warning chime ..........................14
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................57, 60
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage
door opener) .................97–98, 100
Hood ..........................................220
I
Ignition .......................152, 259–260
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................145
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................242
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................216
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................73
J
Jack ............................................192
positioning ...............................192
storage .....................................192
Jump-starting your vehicle ......197K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................112
locking and unlocking
doors ................................111–112
programming entry code .......111
Keys ...................................113–115
key in ignition chime ...............15
positions of the ignition .........152
L
Lamps
autolamp system .................71, 75
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................75
cargo lamps ...............................73
daytime running light ...............72
fog lamps ...................................72
headlamps .................................71
headlamps, flash to pass ..........72
instrument panel, dimming .....73
interior lamps ...............73–74, 76
replacing bulbs ...................75–79
Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................73
Liftgate ......................................102
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 157
anti-theft ...................................14
brake ..........................................11
charging system ........................12
check coolant ............................11
cruise indicator .........................13
door ajar ....................................14
fuel cap light .............................11
high beam .................................13
low fuel ......................................13
safety belt .................................12
Index
269