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If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,
the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir is
low or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer toAdding
engine coolantin this chapter.
Note:Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine
coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified
function and vehicle location.
Adding engine coolant
When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant
and distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir,when the
engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained.
Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and
scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you
badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid
container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could
make it difficult to see through the windshield.
•Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored), VC-7–A (U.S., except CA and OR), VC-7–B
(CA and OR only), meeting Ford Specification
WSS-M97B51–A1.
Note:Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, may
darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from
yellow to golden tan.
•Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such
as Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant, VC-2 (US) or
CXC-209 (Canada), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44–D
with the factory-filled coolant.Mixing Motorcraft Speciality Orange
Engine Coolant or any orange-colored extended life product with your
factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection.
•A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in case
of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the
cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture of
engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone
(without engine coolant) can cause engine damage from corrosion,
overheating or freezing.
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•Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolants
mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant).Alcohol
and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or
freezing.
•Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant.These
can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine
coolant.
For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap
on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery
reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and
water to the “FULL COLD” level. For all other vehicles which have a
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
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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.
Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate
manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling
and disposing of automotive fluids.
Coolant refill capacity
To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer
toRefill capacitiesin this section.
Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined inAdding engine coolant
in this section.
Severe climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34° F [–36° C ]):
•It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration
above 50%.
•NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%.
•Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% will
decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the
winter months.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration
above 40%.
•NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.
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The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (66°C-77°C
[150°F-170°F]).
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at ambient temperature
(10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]).
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 250 mL (1/2 pint) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns
and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE
Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require
lubrication. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guidefor
maintenance intervals. If the original universal joints are replaced with
universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be
necessary.
ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
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wiper blades ............................317
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............96
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................35
Compass, electronic ..................132
calibration ...............................133
set zone adjustment .......133, 135
Console ......................................145
overhead ..........................116–118
Controls
power seat ...............................164
steering column ......................126
Coolant
checking and adding ..............329
refill capacities ................333, 351
specifications ..................353, 356
Cruise control (see
Speed control) ..........................123
Customer Assistance ................286
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................319
Ford Extended Service Plan .312
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............313
Getting roadside assistance ...286
Getting the service
you need .................................306
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................313
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................308
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............311
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ..............................103Defrost
rear window ............................101
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................346
engine oil .................................324
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........353
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................348
Driving under special
conditions ..................272, 280, 283
sand .........................................282
snow and ice ...........................284
through water .................282, 285
E
Electronic message center .......134
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................298
Emission control system ..........343
Engine ........................................356
cleaning ...................................316
coolant .....................................329
fail-safe coolant ......................334
idle speed control ...................327
lubrication specifications ......353,
356
refill capacities ........................351
service points ..........................323
starting after a collision .........287
Engine block heater .................258
Engine oil ..................................324
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................324
checking and adding ..............324
dipstick ....................................324
filter, specifications ........326, 350
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recommendations ...................326
refill capacities ........................351
specifications ..................353, 356
Exhaust fumes ..........................258
F
Fail safe cooling ........................334
Floor mats .................................146
Fluid capacities .........................351
Foglamps ...................................102
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......275
control trac .............................275
description ..............................276
driving off road .......................278
electronic shift ........................277
indicator light .........................275
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................264
Fuel ............................................335
calculating fuel economy ......137,
339
cap ...........................................337
capacity ...................................351
choosing the right fuel ...........338
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................342
detergent in fuel .....................339
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................335, 337, 340
filter, specifications ........339, 350
fuel pump shut-off switch .....287
improving fuel economy ........339
octane rating ...................338, 356
quality ......................................339
running out of fuel .................339
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................335
Fuses ..................................288, 290G
Garage Door Opener (see
Homelink wireless control
system) ......................................128
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............337
Gas mileage (see
Fuel economy) ..........................339
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................287
Headlamps .................................102
aiming ......................................104
autolamp system .....................102
bulb specifications ..................107
daytime running lights ...........103
flash to pass ............................103
high beam ...............................103
replacing bulbs .......................108
turning on and off ..................102
Heating
heating and air
conditioning system ...........92, 96
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................128
Hood ..........................................322
I
Ignition ...............................255, 356
Infant seats (see
Safety seats) .............................201
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................344
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................318
cluster ........................................10
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