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of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on
the dipstick’s normal operating range.
3Service refill capacity for the manual transmission is determined by
filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle
on a level surface.
4Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
5Traction-Lok axles use 2.2 –2.4L (4.75 –5.0 pints) of rear axle lubricant.
6Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL –3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118 –A for complete refill of
Traction-Lok axles.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to
14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole.
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.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part
name or
equivalentFord part
number
Ford
specification
Front axle
(4X4) Motorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A
Rear axle Motorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant
1
XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A
Rear axle (FX4
only) Motorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant
1
XY-75W140
–QL WSL-M2C192 –A
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ItemFord part
name or
equivalentFord part
number
Ford
specification
Brake fluid and
clutch fluid (if
equipped) Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door weather
strips Silicone
LubricantXL-6 ESR-M13P4-A
Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)VC-7
–A WSS-M97B51-A1
Engine oil 2.3L and 3.0L
engines
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20
–LSP12
(Canada)WSS-M2C153-H
and API
Certification
Mark
4.0L engines
Motorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super
Premium Motor
Oil XO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C205
–A
and API
Certification
Mark
Hinges, door
checks, latches,
striker plates,
fuel filler door
hinge and seat
tracks Multi-Purpose
Grease
XG-4 or XL-5 ESB-M1C159-A
or ESB-M1C93-B
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ENGINE DATA
Engine 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Cubic inches 138 182 245
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark plug gap1.04-1.19 mm
(0.041-0.047
inch)1.07-1.1 7mm
(0.042-0.046
inch)1.6-1.7 mm
(0.063-0.067
inch)
Ignition system EDIS EDIS EDIS
Compression
ratio 9.7:19.7:1 9.7:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle
dimensions Regular Cab
Short Wheel
Base (SWB) mm
(in) Regular Cab
Long Wheel
Base (LWB)
mm (in)Supercab mm
(in)
(1) Overall
length 4786 (188.4) 4938 (194.4) 5147 (202.6)
(2) Overall
width 1785 (70.3) 1785 (70.3) 1785 (70.3)
(3) Overall
height 4x2/4x4 1651 (65.0) /
1727 (68.0) 1651 (65.0) /
1727 (68.0)1651 (65.0) /
1727 (68.0)
(4) Wheelbase 2831 (111.4) 2983 (117.4) 3192 (125.7)
(5) Track -
Front 1486 (58.5) 1486 (58.5) 1485 (58.5)
(5) Track -
Rear 1455 (57.3) 1455 (57.3) 1455 (57.3)
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel. (Please note that
in the graphic XXXX is
representative of your vehicle
identification number.)
Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and
transfer case (if equipped).
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certification
label which is located on the door pillar. The following table tells you
which transmission or transaxle each code represents.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.
These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your
automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style
and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Ford accessory found to be
defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessory. The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides you
the greatest benefit:
• 12 months or 20,000 km (12,000 miles) (whichever occurs first), or
• the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that genuine Ford accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle ’s Limited Warranty —3 years or 60,000 km (36,000
miles) (whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a
copy of the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
The following is a list of several Ford Genuine Accessory products for
your vehicle. Not all accessories are available for all models. For a
complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle,
please contact your dealer or visit our online store at:
www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Deflectors
Exterior trim
Fender flares
Front end covers
Grille inserts
Headlamps, taillamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLS)
Running boards
Sliding rear windows - manual and power
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Splash guards
Step bars
Tonneau covers
Truck caps
Wheels
Interior style
Cell phone holders
Consoles
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Interior trim kits
Leather wrapped steering wheels
Scuff plates
Speed control
Lifestyle
Bedliners and bedmats
Bed tents
Bike racks
Cargo organization and management
Diamond plate accessories
Engine block heaters and blankets
Rear seat entertainment systems
Toolboxes
Towing mirrors
TracRac and accessories
Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories
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A
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................74and child safety seats ..............76
description ................................74
disposal ......................................79
driver air bag ............................77
indicator light ...........................78
operation ...................................77
passenger air bag .....................77
passenger deactivation
switch ........................................79
Air cleaner filter .......210 –211, 224
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................188
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................101
Audio system
(see Radio) ..........16, 18, 21, 25, 28
Automatic transmission ............103 driving an automatic
overdrive .................................104
fluid, refill capacities ..............225
fluid, specification ..................231
Auxiliary power point .................46
Axle lubricant specifications ..228, 231
refill capacities ........................225
traction lok ..............................102
B
Battery .......................................185 acid, treating emergencies .....185
jumping a disabled battery ....151
maintenance-free ....................185
replacement, specifications ...224
servicing ..................................185 Bed extender ..............................51
BeltMinder ...................................69
Brakes ........................................100
anti-lock ...................................101
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................101
fluid, checking and adding ....206
fluid, refill capacities ..............225
fluid, specifications .........228, 231
lubricant specifications ..228, 231
parking ....................................101
shift interlock ..........................103
Bulbs ............................................40
C
Calculating load ........................121
Capacities for refilling fluids ....225
Cargo area shade ........................51
Cargo net .....................................51
Cell phone use ............................50
Certification Label ....................233
Changing a tire .........................144
Child safety restraints ................84 child safety belts ......................84
Child safety seats ........................87 attaching with tether straps ....91
in front seat ..............................88
in rear seat ................................88
Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ..............168
instrument panel ....................171
interior .....................................171
plastic parts ............................170
safety belts ..............................171
washing ....................................167
waxing .....................................167
wheels ......................................168
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wiper blades ............................170
Clock adjust AM/FM Stereo ...........................18
AM/FM stereo CD .....................21
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....25
CD-MP3 .....................................31
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................28
Clutch fluid ..........................................206
operation while driving ..........106
recommended shift speeds ....107
Console ........................................50
Coolant checking and adding ..............188
refill capacities ................192, 225
specifications ..................228, 231
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................47
Customer Assistance ................132
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................172
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................159
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............163
Getting roadside assistance ...132
Getting the service you
need .........................................157
Ordering additional owner ’s
literature .................................164
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................160
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................163 D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................36
Dipstick
engine oil .................................180
Doors lubricant specifications ..........228
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................210
Driving under special
conditions ..................108, 111, 114 sand .........................................113
snow and ice ...........................115
through water .................113, 118
E
Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................151
Emergency Flashers .................133
Emission control system ..........202
Engine ........................................231 cleaning ...................................168
coolant .....................................188
fail-safe coolant ......................193
idle speed control ...................185
lubrication
specifications ..................228, 231
refill capacities ........................225
service points ..................176 –178
starting after a collision .........133
Engine block heater .................100
Engine oil ..................................180 checking and adding ..............180
dipstick ....................................180
filter, specifications ........184, 224
recommendations ...................184
refill capacities ........................225
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