2005 FORD EXPEDITION brake fluid

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
•We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy
location.
•We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking
routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide
the necessary parts and service. Check yourWarranty Guide/Owner
Information Guideto find out which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and
all fuel related parts.
Working with the engine off
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
5.4L 3V – V8 engines
1. Battery
2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
3. Air filter assembly
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Brake fluid reservoir
6. Engine coolant reservoir
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine oil filler cap
9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. In very cold weather, do
not fill the reservoir completely.
Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2.
Refer toLubricant specifications
in this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C),
use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use
washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in
impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate
Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the
windshield.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
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4. Check the fluid level in the
reservoir. It should be between the
MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in
small amounts, continuously
checking the level until it reaches
the range between the MIN and
MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap
back on the reservoir.
BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the “MIN” and
“MAX” lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range the performance of your
brake system could be
compromised; seek service from
your dealer immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to yourScheduled Maintenance Guidefor scheduled intervals for
fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not
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working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you
notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating
temperature (approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot
weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30
minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer toIdentifying components in the engine compartment
in this chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in
the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
Low fluid level
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at the bottom of the dipstick
and the ambient temperature is
above 10°C (50°F).
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating
temperature 66°C-77°C (150°F-170°F) on a level surface. The normal
operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km
(20 miles) of driving.
You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is
above 10°C (50°F). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill
condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating
temperature.
ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
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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
(includes filter
change)
6
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)All 7.0 quarts (6.6
L)
Fuel tank N/A All 28.0 gallons
(106L)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Transmission
fluid
1Motorcraft
MERCONV
AT F4R70/75 E 13.9 quarts
(13.1L)2
Transfer case
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT F4x4 vehicles 2.0 quarts
(1.9L)
Engine coolant
3Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)5.4L Base
Radiator without
aux rear heat19.4 quarts
(18.4L)
5.4L Heavy Duty
Trailer Tow
Radiator without
aux rear heat19.7 quarts
(18.6L)
5.4L Base
Radiator with
aux rear heat20.7 quarts
(19.6L)
5.4L Heavy Duty
Trailer Tow
Radiator with
aux rear heat20.9 quarts
(19.8L)
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2Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount
of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on
the dipstick’s normal operating range.
3Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
4Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and
is considered lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked
or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle has
been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time
the axle has been submerged in water.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 0.9 inch
(23mm) below the bottom of the filler hole.
5Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 (or equivalent)
for complete refill of Limited Slip axles. For complete refills, fill using the
Additive Friction Modifier first.
6Use 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.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ItemFord part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Hinges, latches,
striker plates
and rotors, seat
tracks, fuel filler
door hinge and
springMulti-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A
or ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders,
swing-away
spare tire carrier
padlockPenetrating and
Lock LubricantMotorcraft XL-1 none
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................259
Accessory delay ........................121
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ........189–190, 194
and child safety seats ............191
description ......................190, 194
disposal ....................................197
driver air bag ..................192, 195
indicator light .................193, 197
operation .........................192, 195
passenger air bag ...........192, 195
Air cleaner filter ...............349–350
Air conditioning ..........................96
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ..............................100
Air suspension ...........................262
description ..............................262
Antifreeze (see
Engine coolant) ........................329
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................259–260
Armrests ....................................163
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................18, 28, 33
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................269
fluid, adding ............................346
fluid, checking ........................346
fluid, refill capacities ..............351
fluid, specification ..................356
Auxiliary power point ...............118
Axle
lubricant specifications ..353, 356
refill capacities ........................351
B
Battery .......................................327acid, treating emergencies .....327
jumping a disabled battery ....298
maintenance-free ....................327
replacement, specifications ...350
servicing ..................................327
BeltMinder .................................185
Brakes ........................................259
anti-lock ...........................259–260
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............260
fluid, checking and adding ....346
fluid, refill capacities ..............351
fluid, specifications .........353, 356
lubricant specifications ..353, 356
parking ....................................261
shift interlock ..........................268
Bulbs ..........................................106
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....351
CD-single premium ...............18, 28
Cell phone use ..........................145
Certification Label ....................358
Changing a tire .........................220
Child safety restraints ..............198
child safety belts ....................198
Child safety seats ......................201
in front seat ............................202
in rear seat ......................202, 205
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............316
instrument panel ....................318
interior .....................................318
plastic parts ............................317
safety belts ..............................318
washing ....................................315
waxing .....................................315
wheels ......................................316
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