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Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped)
The TorqShift automatic
transmission is equipped with a
serviceable external fluid filter
mounted on the driver’s side of the
transmission. Refer to the
Scheduled Maintenance Guidefor
service intervals.
To replace the transmission filter:
1. Shut off the engine.
2. Unscrew remote filter housing.
3. Replace filter with a new authorized Motorcraft filter element. Refer to
theMotorcraft part numberschart in this chapter.
4. Reinstall housing and check transmission fluid level using procedure in
this section.
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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 numbersin this chapter.
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. Open 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.
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component14.6L V8
engine5.4L V8
engine6.8L 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
2
Spark plugs-platinum3
Automatic
transmission filter4— FT-145 FT-145
1Refer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s
Guide Supplementfor Motorcraft diesel engine service part numbers.
2The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items
listed in theScheduled Maintenance Guideand is essential to the life
and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
For PCV valve replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guidefor the
appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve.
Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void
for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not
used.
3For spark plug replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guidefor the
appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not
used.
4Also available with 6.0L Diesel engine/TorqShift transmission. Part
number is FT-145.
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine
oil-gasoline
engine (includes
filter change)
9
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)All 6.0 quarts
(5.7L)
Engine oil-diesel
engine (includes
filter change)Refer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine
coolant-gasoline
engine
1
Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)4.6L V8 engine 25.0 quarts
(23.7L)
1 row – 23.8
quarts (22.6L)
8
4.6L V8 engine
with aux rear
heat27.2 quarts
(25.7L)
1 row – 26.0
quarts (24.6L)
8
5.4L V8 engine 29.0 quarts
(27.4L)
1 row – 27.8
quarts (26.3L)
8
5.4L V8 engine
with aux rear
heat31.0 quarts
(29.4L)
1 row – 29.8
quarts (28.3L)
8
6.8L V10 engine 30.6 quarts
(29.0L)
1 row – 29.4
quarts (27.9L)
8
6.8L V10 engine
with aux rear
heat32.8 quarts
(31.0L)
1 row – 31.6
quarts (29.9L)
8
Engine
coolant-diesel
engineRefer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.1
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Keep in FULL
range on
dipstick
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Rear axle
4SAE 75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant
2
Visteon 8.8/9.75
inch
conventional and
Traction-Lok5.5 pints (2.6L)3
SAE 75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant
2
Dana M70HD
(M273HD)
E-350 DSO7.4 pints (3.5L)3
Dana M60
(M248)
E-250/350 DSO
limited slip
4
6.3 pints (3.0L)3
SAE 90 Hypoid
Gear Oil (axles
shown are all
limited slip)
4
Dana Limited
Slip Axles
M60 (M248)
E250/3506.3 pints (3.0L)3
M70FF
(M267FF)
E-3506.8 pints (3.2L)3
M70HD
(M273HD)
E-4508.3 pints (3.9L)3
SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle LubricantDana
conventional
axles
M60 (M248)
E250/3506.3 pints (3.0L)3
M70FF
(M267FF)
E-3506.6 pints (3.1L)3
M70HD
(M273HD)
E-4508.3 pints(3.9L )3
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Fuel tank N/A All regular and
extended length
vans and wagons35.0 gallons
(132.4L)
138 inch
wheelbase
(except E-Super
Duty)37.0 gallons
(140.0L)
158 inch
wheelbase
(except E-Super
Duty)37.0 gallons
(140.0L)
5
176 inch
wheelbase
(except E-Super
Duty)37.0 gallons
(140.0L)
158 inch and
176 inch
wheelbase
(E-Super Duty)55 .0 gallons
(208.0L)
Transmission
fluid
6Motorcraft
MERCONV
AT FAutomatic
(4R70/75 E)13.9 quarts
(13.2L)7
Motorcraft
MERCONSP
AT FTorqShift
(5–speed)17.5 quarts
(16.6L)7
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll 4.2 quarts
(4.0L)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2If your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant it
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
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axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should
be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water.
Fill 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14 mm) below bottom of fill hole.
Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A, for complete refill of 8.8 inch
and 9.75 inch Traction-Lok axles.
3Fill Dana rear axles to 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14 mm) below
bottom of fill hole. Fill Visteon axles 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14
mm) below bottom of fill hole.
4Visteon Traction-Lok axles require 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction
Modifier XL—3 or equivalent. Dana limited-slip axles (E250/350/450/550)
require 8 oz. (237ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL—3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A.
5Optional fuel tank 208L (55 gallon).6Ensure 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.
MERCON, MERCONV and MERCONSP are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON, MERCONV and
MERCONSP. Use of dual usage fluids in an automatic
transmission application requiring MERCONSP may cause
transmission damage. Use of a transmission fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
7Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size, if equipped with an in-tank cooler, if equipped an
oil to air cooler and if equipped with a remote filter assembly. The
amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the
indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
8If your vehicle is equipped with a single row radiator, there will be a
label on the top side of the radiator indicating “1 Row Radiator”.
9Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine
oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification
WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
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