Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transaxle 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.
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
3. Fluid level should be at the
bottom of the opening.
4. Add enough fluid through the
filler opening so that the fluid level
is at the bottom of the opening.
5. Install and tighten the fill plug
securely.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer toLubricant
specificationsin this chapter.
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
New vehicles are fitted with tires
that have a rating on them called
Tire Quality Grades. The Quality
grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For
example:
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Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity
Transaxle
fluidMotorcraft Full
Synthetic Manual
Transmission Fluid5-speed manual 2.0L (2.1 quarts)
3
Motorcraft
MERCONVATFAutomatic26.6L (6.9 quarts)3
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateAll 4.8L (5.1 quarts)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle
or as listed in the Owner Guide. 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.
MERCONand MERCONV type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCONand MERCONV. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCONand MERCONV) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCONmay
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
3Approximate dry fill capacity including transmission fluid cooling
system, actual refill capacities will vary based on vehicle application and
transmission fluid cooling system (i.e. coolers size, cooling lines. auxiliary
cooler capacities). The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level
should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
The manual transmission service refill capacity is determined by filling
the transaxle to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level
surface.
4Use 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
ItemFord Part
Name or
EquivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary
hood latch,
trunk latch, seat
tracks.Multi-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A
or
ESB-M1C93–B
Lock cylinder Penetrating and
Lock LubricantXL-1 none
Automatic
transaxleMotorcraft
MERCONV
AT FXT-5-QM MERCONV
Manual transaxle Motorcraft Full
Synthetic
Manual
Transmission
FluidXT-M5-QS WSD-M2C200–C
Engine oil Motorcraft 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
and API
Certification
Mark
Constant
velocity jointsCV Joint Grease
(High Temp.)XG-5 WSS-M1C258–A1
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Transmission/Transaxle code designations
You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certification
label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each
code represents.
Truck application:
Code Transmission Description
Manual transmission
M Manual 5–speed (AKK))
C Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio)
W Manual 5–speed overdrive (Dana ZF)
G Manual 6–speed ZF
Automatic transmission
Y Automatic 4–speed overdrive (CD4E)
U Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R70W)
D Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R44E/5R55E)
E Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R100)
J Manual 5–speed overdrive
Electric
H One speed electric
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Code Transmission Description
B Automatic 5–speed overdrive (Torqshift)
R Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55S)
Passenger car application:
Code Transmission/Transaxle Description
Front wheel drive manual transaxle
R5–speed overdrive (MTX75)
W5–speed overdrive (M5)
Front wheel drive automatic transaxle
A4–speed overdrive (4F27E)
E4–speed overdrive (4FE)
J3–speed (Mazda)
L4–speed overdrive (AX4S)
P4–speed overdrive (4F20E)
X4–speed overdrive (4F50N)
Y4–speed overdrive (CD4E)
Rear wheel drive manual transaxle
55–speed (Mazda M5)
Rear wheel drive automatic transmission
U4–speed overdrive (4R70W)
A5–speed overdrive (5R55S)
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Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................32
Liftgate ........................................51
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........107
Load limits .................................115
Locks
autolock .....................................53
childproof ..................................54
Lubricant specifications ...205–206
Lug nuts ....................................139
M
Manual transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........206
Manual transmission .................113
fluid capacities ........................203
reverse .....................................114
Mirrors .........................................45
side view mirrors (power) .......45
Moon roof ....................................48
Motorcraft parts ................179, 202
O
Octane rating ............................178
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................165
P
Parking brake ............................108
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....202
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................69
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................131
Power point .................................43Power steering ..........................109
fluid, checking and adding ....185
fluid, refill capacity ................203
fluid, specifications .........205–206
Power Windows ...........................44
R
Radio ......................................16, 20
Rear window defroster ...............29
Relays ........................................127
Remote audio controls ...............24
Remote entry system .................55
locking/unlocking doors ...........53
opening the trunk .....................57
Roadside assistance ..................125
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............80
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ...68, 71–75
Safety defects, reporting ..........155
Safety restraints ..............68, 71–75
belt minder ...............................76
extension assembly ..................80
for adults .............................72–74
for children .........................91–92
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................69
safety belt maintenance ...........80
warning light and chime ....75–76
Safety seats for children ............95
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............68
Seats ............................................63
child safety seats ......................95
Servicing your vehicle ..............162
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Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........134
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................202, 206
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................205–206
Speed control ..............................45
Starting your vehicle .......103–104,
106
jump starting ..........................139
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................41
Sunroof (moonroof) ...................48
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .................26
Tilt steering wheel ......................41
Tires ...................................188–190
alignment ................................197
care ..........................................195
changing ..........................134, 136
checking the pressure ............195
label .........................................195
replacing ..................................200
rotating ....................................197
safety practices .......................200
sidewall information ...............191
snow tires and chains ............201
spare tire .................................135
terminology .............................190
tire grades ...............................189
treadwear ........................189, 199
Towing .......................................121
recreational towing .................124
trailer towing ..........................121
wrecker ....................................146
Traction control ........................108Transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........206
Transmission
automatic operation ...............110
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....110
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................186
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................188
fluid, refill capacities ..............203
lubricant specifications ..........205
manual operation ....................113
Trunk ...........................................54
remote release ..........................57
Turn signal ..................................32
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................206
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................210
Vehicle loading ..........................115
Ventilating your vehicle ...........106
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................165
Water, Driving through .............115
Windows
power .........................................44
rear wiper/washer .....................40
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....165
operation ...................................40
replacing wiper blades .............41
Wrecker towing .........................146
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