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coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to
remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with
an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is
cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The
cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out
forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture (see
above), to within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level on
the reservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill
the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. (Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.)
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer
toChecking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to –34° F/–36° C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your dealer check the engine cooling system. Your cooling
system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolant
can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet
available.
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The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (150°F-170°F
[66°C-77°C]).
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at ambient temperature
(50°F-95°F [10°C-35°C]).
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 1/2 pint (250 ml) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............40
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................36
AM/FM .......................................21
AM/FM/Cassette ........................22
AM/FM/CD .................................27
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................31
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................57
Console ........................................80
overhead ..............................55–56
Controls
power seat .................................98
steering column ........................70
Coolant
checking and adding ..............224
refill capacities ................228, 246
specifications ..................247, 249
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................67
Cupholder(s) .............................100
Customer Assistance ................184
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................214
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................207
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................208
Getting roadside assistance ...184
Getting the service you
need .........................................201
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................208
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................204
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................206D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................43
Defrost
rear window ..............................42
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................241
engine oil .................................218
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........247
Driving under special
conditions ..................................182
through water .........................183
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Electronic message center .........76
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................195
Emission control system ..........238
Engine ........................................249
cleaning ...................................211
coolant .....................................224
fail-safe cooling .......................229
idle speed control ...................222
lubrication
specifications ..................247, 249
refill capacities ........................246
service points ..........................217
starting after a collision .........185
Engine block heater .................170
Engine oil ..................................218
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................218
checking and adding ..............218
dipstick ....................................218
filter, specifications ........221, 245
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recommendations ...................221
refill capacities ........................246
specifications ..................247, 249
Exhaust fumes ..........................170
F
Fail safe cooling ........................229
Floor mats ...................................81
Fluid capacities .........................246
Fuel ............................................230
calculating fuel
economy ............................59, 235
cap ...........................................232
capacity ...................................246
choosing the right fuel ...........233
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................238
detergent in fuel .....................234
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................230, 232, 235
filter, specifications ........235, 245
fuel pump shut-off switch .....185
improving fuel economy ........235
octane rating ...................234, 249
quality ......................................234
running out of fuel .................234
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................230
Fuses ..................................186–187
G
Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless control
system) ........................................72
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............232
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................235
Gauges .........................................15H
Hazard flashers .........................185
Head restraints ...........................95
Headlamps ...................................43
aiming ........................................45
autolamp system .......................43
bulb specifications ....................47
daytime running lights .............43
flash to pass ..............................44
high beam .................................44
replacing bulbs .........................47
turning on and off ....................43
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................39–40
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................72
Hood ..........................................217
I
Ignition ...............................167, 249
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................128
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................240
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................213
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................44
J
Jack ............................................141
positioning ...............................141
storage .....................................141
Jump-starting your vehicle ......195
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