2005 FORD EXCURSION steering

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer to the scheduled maintenance
guide for the service interval
schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCONAT F.
Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20°–80°F (-7°
–25°C):
1. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should be between the arrows
in the FULL COLD range. Do not add fluid if the level is within this
range.
2. If the fluid level is low. Add fluid to bring fluid level up to be between
the arrows in the FULL COLD range.
3. Start the engine.
4. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
5. Turn the engine off.
6. Recheck the fluid level on the dipstick. Do not add fluid if the level is
between the arrows in the FULL COLD range.
7. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the FULL COLD range. Be sure to put the
dipstick back in the reservoir.
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FluidFord Part
NameApplication Capacity
Fuel tank N/A All 166.6L (44.0
gallons)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Fill to FULL
COLD range on
dipstick
Transfer case
fluid (if
equipped)Motorcraft
MERCONAT F4x4 vehicles 1.9L (2.0
quarts)
Transmission
fluid
5Motorcraft
MERCONAT F4x2 4R100
(4–speed)16.1L (17.1
quarts)6
4x4 4R100
(4–speed)16.7L (17.7
quarts)6
Motorcraft
MERCONSP
AT F4x2/4x4
TorqShift
(5–speed)–
includes remote
filter element
change16.6L (17.5
qts)6
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll 4.2L (1.1
gallons)
1Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic lubricant. Axle lubricant
quantities should not need to be checked 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.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle to the
bottom of the filler hole with the specified lubricant.
2Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL—3 or equivalent
meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of limited
slip axles.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle to the
bottom of the filler hole with the specified lubricant.
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ItemFord part
name or
equivalentFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine
oil-Gasoline
enginesMotorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)XO-5W20-QSP
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)WSS-M2C930-A
and API
Certification
Mark
Engine
oil-Diesel engineRefer to your 6.0L Diesel Supplement
Hinges, latches,
striker plates,
fuel filler door
hinge and seat
tracksMulti-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A
or
ESB-M1C93-B
Transmission
/steering/parking
brake linkages
and pivots,
brake pedal
shaftPremium
Long-Life
GreaseXG-1-C or XG-1-K ESA-M1C75-B
Power steering
fluid and
transfer case
fluid (if
equipped)Motorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Automatic
transmission
4R100
(4–speed)Motorcraft
MERCONAT F
2
XT-2-QDX MERCON
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Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Leather wrapped steering wheels
Scuff plates
Lifestyle
Bike racks
Cargo organization and management
Rear seat entertainment systems
Towing mirrors
Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories
Peace of mind
First aid and highway safety kits
Full vehicle covers
Locking gas cap
Navigation systems
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight
information.
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Accessories
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wiper blades ............................221
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......45, 47
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................23
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................19
Compass, electronic ....................75
calibration .................................76
set zone adjustment .................76
Console ........................................81
overhead ..............................62–63
Controls
power seat .................................99
steering column ........................73
Coolant
checking and adding ..............233
refill capacities ................237, 256
specifications ..................259, 262
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................70
Customer Assistance ................196
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................223
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................216
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................217
Getting roadside assistance ...196
Getting the service you
need .........................................210
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................217
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................212
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................215D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................50
Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid .250
engine oil .................................228
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........259
Driving under special
conditions ..................182, 189, 192
sand .........................................191
snow and ice ...........................193
through water .................191, 195
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................204
Emergency Flashers .................197
Emission control system ..........247
Engine ........................................262
cleaning ...................................220
coolant .....................................233
diesel ...........................................6
fail-safe coolant ......................237
idle speed control ...................231
lubrication
specifications ..................259, 262
refill capacities ........................256
service points ..........................226
starting after a collision .........197
Engine block heater .................171
Engine oil ..................................228
checking and adding ..............228
dipstick ....................................228
filter, specifications ........230, 255
recommendations ...................230
refill capacities ........................256
specifications ..................259, 262
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Power door locks ........................84
Power mirrors .............................67
Power point .................................64
Power steering ..........................174
fluid, checking and adding ....249
fluid, refill capacity ................256
fluid, specifications .........259, 262
Power Windows ...........................65
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................175
R
Radio ......................................17, 21
Relays ........................................198
Remote entry system .................86
illuminated entry ......................89
locking/unlocking doors ...........84
Reverse sensing system ...........182
Roadside assistance ..................196
Roof rack .....................................83
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........116
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........................107–110
Safety defects, reporting ..........218
Safety restraints ................107–110
belt minder .............................112
extension assembly ................116
for adults .........................108–110
for children .....................121–122
lap belt ....................................111
safety belt maintenance .........116
warning light and chime ........112
Safety seats for children ..........124Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............107
Seats ............................................96
child safety seats ....................124
Servicing your vehicle ..............225
Setting the clock
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................23
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................19
Snowplowing .................................7
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................255, 262
Special notice
diesel-powered vehicles .............6
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................259, 262
Speed control ..............................70
Starting your
vehicle ........................168–169, 171
jump starting ..........................204
Steering wheel
controls ......................................73
tilting .........................................61
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .................47
Tilt steering wheel ......................61
Tires ...........................134–135, 140
alignment ................................153
care ..........................................152
changing ..........................140, 142
checking the pressure ............137
inspecting and inflating .........136
label .........................................151
replacing ..................................140
rotating ....................................154
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