2005 FORD E SERIES oil

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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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
MERCON
and MERCON
V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON
type
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCON
V type fluid.
MERCON
, MERCON
V and MERCON
SP are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON
, MERCON
V and
MERCON
SP. Use of dual usage fluids in an automatic
transmission application requiring MERCON
SP 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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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door
weatherstripsSilicone
LubricantXL-6 ESR-M13P4-A
Engine coolant Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)VC-7-A (U.S.,
except CA and
OR), VC-7-B (CA
and OR only)WSS
-M97B51-A1
Engine
oil-gasoline
engineMotorcraft 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-M2C930-A
with API
Certification
Mark
Engine
oil-diesel engineRefer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.
Hinges, latches,
Striker plates,
fuel filler door
hinge, and seat
tracksMotorcraft
Multi-Purpose
GreaseXG–4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A
or
ESB-M1C93–B
Lock cylinders Motorcraft
Penetrating and
Lock LubricantMotorcraft XL-1 none
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT FXT-2-QDX MERCON

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Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Dana Limited
Slip Axles
3
M60 (M248)
E-250/350
M70FF
(M267FF)
E-350
M70HD
(M273HD)
E-450SAE 90 Hypoid
Gear OilC6AZ-19580–E ESW-M2C105–E
Dana
conventional
axles
M60 (M248)
E-250/350
M70FF
(M267FF)
E-350
M70HD
(M273HD)
E-450SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle LubricantXY-80W90–QL WSP-M2C197–A
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2
1Ensure 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
MERCON
and MERCON
V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON
type
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCON
V type fluid.
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MERCON
and MERCON
V type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCON
and MERCON
V. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON
and MERCON
V) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON
may
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
2Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent for
complete refill of Visteon Traction-Lok rear axles.
3Add 8 oz. (237 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Dana
Limited Slip rear axles.
ENGINE DATA
Engine*4.6L V8
engine5.4L V8
engine6.8L V10 engine
Cubic inches 281 330 415
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug
Spark plug gap0.052–0.056
inch
(1.32–1.42mm)0.052–0.056
inch
(1.32–1.42mm)0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42mm)
Compression
ratio9.4:1 9.0:1 9.0:1
*Refer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s
Guide Supplementfor diesel engine information.
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......39, 41
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .................27, 30, 34
AM/FM .......................................19
AM/FM/CD .................................23
AM/FM/Tape ..............................20
Compass, electronic ....................54
calibration .................................55
set zone adjustment .................55
Console
overhead ....................................53
Controls
power seat .................................68
Coolant
checking and adding ..............205
refill capacities ................209, 228
specifications ..................233, 236
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................59
Customer Assistance ................165
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................196
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................188
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................188
Getting roadside assistance ...165
Getting the service you
need .........................................182
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................189
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................184
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................187D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................42
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................222
engine oil .................................200
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........233
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................222
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................164
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................176
Emergency Flashers .................166
Emission control system ..........219
Engine ................................236–237
cleaning ...................................193
coolant .....................................205
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe coolant ......................210
idle speed control ...................203
lubrication
specifications ..................233, 236
refill capacities ........................228
service points ..........................199
starting after a collision .........166
Engine block heater .................150
Engine oil ..................................200
checking and adding ..............200
dipstick ....................................200
filter, specifications ........202, 227
recommendations ...................202
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headlamps, flash to pass ..........43
instrument panel, dimming .....43
interior lamps ...........................46
replacing bulbs ...................47–51
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................46
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........151
Load limits .................................129
Loading instructions .................134
Lubricant specifications ...233, 236
Lug nuts ....................................119
Lumbar support, seats ...............68
M
Mirrors
fold away ...................................58
side view mirrors (power) .......57
Motorcraft parts ................215, 227
O
Octane rating ............................214
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................200
P
Parking brake ............................152
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....227
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................171
Power door locks ........................62
Power mirrors .............................57
Power point .................................56
Power steering ..........................152
fluid, checking and adding ....221fluid, refill capacity ................228
fluid, specifications .........233, 236
Power Windows ...........................57
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................153
R
Radio ..............18, 20, 22, 25, 28, 33
Relays ................................168, 174
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ................42, 66
locking/unlocking doors ...........62
Roadside assistance ..................165
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............82
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) .........73–77
Safety defects, reporting ..........190
Safety restraints ....................73–77
belt minder ...............................78
extension assembly ..................82
for adults .............................74–76
for children .........................87–88
lap belt ......................................77
safety belt maintenance ...........82
warning light and chime ..........78
Safety seats for children ............91
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............73
Seats ............................................67
child safety seats ......................91
front seats .................................67
Servicing your vehicle ..............197
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................19
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