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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.
4Approximate dry fill capacity including transmission fluid cooling
system, actual refill capacities will vary based on vehicle application and
transmission fluid cooling system (i.e. coolers size, cooling lines. auxiliary
cooler capacities). The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level
should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
5Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and
is considered lubricated for life. These lubricants do not need to be
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.
6Service refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to 6-14 mm
(1/4-9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a
level surface.
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of FEHP Friction Modifier XL-7 or equivalent, for
complete fill of 8.8 inch and 9.75 inch Traction-Lok axles.
7Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine
oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification
WSS-M2C153–H and the API Certification mark.
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ItemFord part name
or equivalentFord part
numberFord
specification
Hinges, latches,
striker plates,
fuel filler door
hinge and seat
tracks.Multi-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A
or
ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylindersMotorcraft
penetrating and
lock lubricantMotorcraft XL-1 none
Transmission
/steering/parking
brake linkages
and pivots,
brake and
clutch pedal
shaft (if
equipped)Premium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C or
XG-1-KESA-M1C75-B
Power steering
fluid, transfer
case fluid
(4X4) and
transmission
fluid (manual)Motorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Automatic
transmission
(4R100)
2
Motorcraft
MERCONATXT-2-QDX
MERCON
Automatic
transmission
(4R70/75 E-W)
2
Motorcraft
MERCONVATFXT-5-QM
MERCONV
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2
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1Add 118 ml (4 oz) of FEHP Friction Modifier XL-7 or equivalent, for
complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
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 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.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.2L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine
Cubic inches 256 281 330
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug Coil on plug
Compression
ratio9.3:1 9.37:1 9.0:1
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1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake type and gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR)
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block and transmission.
Transmission/Transaxle code designations
You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certification
label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each
code represents.
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Truck application:
Code Transmission Description
Manual transmission
M Manual 5–speed (AKK))
C Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio)
W Manual 5–speed overdrive (Dana ZF)
G Manual 6–speed ZF
Automatic transmission
Y Automatic 4–speed overdrive (CD4E)
U Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R70W)
T Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R44E)
E Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R100)
J Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55E)
Electric
H One speed electric
D Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R44E)
R Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55S)
Passenger car application:
Code Transmission/Transaxle Description
Front wheel drive manual transaxle
R5–speed overdrive (MTX75)
W5–speed overdrive (M5)
Front wheel drive automatic transaxle
A4–speed overdrive (4F27E)
E4–speed overdrive (4FE)
J3–speed (Mazda)
L4–speed overdrive (AX4S)
P4–speed overdrive (4F20E)
X4–speed overdrive (4F50N)
Y4–speed overdrive (CD4E)
Rear wheel drive manual transaxle
55–speed (Mazda M5)
Rear wheel drive automatic transmission
U4–speed overdrive (4R70W)
A5–speed overdrive (5R55N)
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A
Accessory delay ..........................50
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................82
and child safety seats ..............83
description ................................82
disposal ......................................86
driver air bag ............................84
indicator light ...........................85
operation ...................................84
passenger air bag .....................84
passenger deactivation
switch ........................................86
Air cleaner filter ...............213, 227
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................190
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................108
Armrests ......................................67
Audio system
(see Radio) ................17, 19, 22, 25
Automatic transmission ............111
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................112
fluid, adding ............................208
fluid, checking ........................208
fluid, refill capacities ..............228
fluid, specification ..................233
Auxiliary power point .................48
Axle
lubricant specifications ..231, 233
refill capacities ........................228
traction lok ..............................110
B
Battery .......................................189acid, treating emergencies .....189
jumping a disabled battery ....159
maintenance-free ....................189
replacement, specifications ...227
servicing ..................................189
BeltMinder ...................................77
Brakes ........................................108
anti-lock ...................................108
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................108
fluid, checking and adding ....207
fluid, refill capacities ..............228
fluid, specifications .........231, 233
lubricant specifications ..231, 233
parking ....................................109
shift interlock ..........................111
Bulbs ............................................38
C
Calculating load ........................133
Capacities for refilling fluids ....228
Cell phone use ............................48
Certification Label ....................237
Changing a tire .........................151
Child safety restraints ................90
child safety belts ......................90
Child safety seats ........................93
attaching with tether straps ....98
in front seat ..............................94
in rear seat ..........................94, 97
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............176
exterior ....................................179
instrument panel ....................178
interior .....................................178
interior trim ............................178
plastic parts ............................177
safety belts ..............................178
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washing ....................................175
waxing .....................................175
wheels ......................................176
wiper blades ............................178
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................23
AM/FM/CD .................................20
AM/FM/Tape ..............................17
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................27
Clutch
fluid ..........................................207
operation while driving ..........114
recommended shift speeds ....115
Compass, electronic ....................46
calibration .................................47
set zone adjustment .................47
Console ........................................48
overhead ....................................45
Coolant
checking and adding ..............190
refill capacities ................194, 228
specifications ..................231, 233
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................51
Customer Assistance ................141
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................180
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................168
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................172
Getting roadside assistance ...141
Getting the service you
need .........................................166
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................173
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................168Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................171
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................35
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................208
engine oil .................................185
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........231
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................212
Driving under special
conditions ..................114, 122, 125
sand .........................................124
snow and ice ...........................126
through water .................124, 129
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................159
Emergency Flashers .................142
Emission control system ..........204
Engine ................................233–234
cleaning ...................................176
coolant .....................................190
fail-safe coolant ......................194
idle speed control ...................189
lubrication
specifications ..................231, 233
refill capacities ........................228
service points ..................183–184
starting after a collision .........142
Engine block heater .................107
Engine oil ..................................185
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Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................205
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................178
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................36
J
Jack ............................................151
positioning ...............................151
storage .....................................151
Jump-starting your vehicle ......159
K
Keyless entry system .................60
Keys
positions of the ignition .........103
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................34
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................38
daytime running light ...............35
fog lamps ...................................34
headlamps .................................34
headlamps, flash to pass ..........35
instrument panel, dimming .....36
interior lamps .....................37–38
replacing bulbs ...................38–43
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................36
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........108
speed control ............................53
Load limits .................................129Loading instructions .................133
Lubricant specifications ...231, 233
Lug nuts ....................................158
Lumbar support, seats .........67–68
M
Manual transmission .................114
fluid capacities ........................228
lubricant specifications ..........233
reverse .....................................116
Mirrors .........................................50
fold away ...................................50
side view mirrors (power) .......50
Motorcraft parts ................200, 227
O
Octane rating ............................199
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................185
P
Parking brake ............................109
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....227
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................51
Power adjustable foot pedals .....51
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................147
Power door locks ........................55
Power point .................................48
Power steering ..........................109
fluid, checking and adding ....206
fluid, refill capacity ................228
fluid, specifications .........231, 233
Power Windows ...........................49
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