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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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel. (Please note that
in the graphic XXXX is
representative of your vehicle
identification number.)
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake type and gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR)
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block, transaxle, and frame.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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A
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..............................81–82, 89
and child safety seats ..............83
description ..........................82, 89
disposal ......................................91
driver air bag ......................84, 90
indicator light ...........................88
operation .............................84, 90
passenger air bag ...............84, 90
side air bag ................................89
Air cleaner filter .......................202
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................169
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................107
Anti-theft system ........................62
arming the system ....................62
disarming a triggered system ..62
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 20
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................186
fluid, checking ........................186
fluid, specification ..................206
Automatic transmission ............110
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................111
fluid, refill capacities ..............203
Auxiliary power point .................43
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........205
refill capacities ........................203
B
Battery .......................................168
acid, treating emergencies .....168
jumping a disabled battery ....139maintenance-free ....................168
replacement, specifications ...202
servicing ..................................168
BeltMinder ...................................76
Brakes ........................................107
anti-lock ...................................107
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................107
fluid, checking and adding ....185
fluid, refill capacities ..............203
fluid, specifications .........205–206
lubricant specifications ..205–206
parking ....................................108
shift interlock ..........................110
Break-in period .............................5
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....203
Cargo cover .................................50
Cell phone use ............................49
Certification Label ....................209
Child safety restraints ................92
child safety belts ......................92
Child safety seats ........................95
attaching with tether straps ....99
in front seat ..............................96
in rear seat ................................96
LATCH .....................................101
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............157
instrument panel ....................159
interior .....................................159
plastic parts ............................158
washing ....................................156
waxing .....................................156
wheels ......................................157
wiper blades ............................158
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......26–27
Clutch
fluid ..................................185–186
operation while driving ..........113
recommended shift speeds ....114
Console
overhead ....................................42
Coolant
checking and adding ..............169
refill capacities ................173, 203
specifications ..................205–206
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................45
Customer Assistance ................125
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................160
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................153
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............154
Getting roadside assistance ...125
Getting the service you
need .........................................147
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................154
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................149
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................152
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................30
Defrost
rear window ..............................29Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................186
engine oil .................................165
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........205
Driving under special
conditions ..................................113
through water .........................115
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................139
Emission control system ..........182
Engine ........................................206
cleaning ...................................157
coolant .....................................169
idle speed control ...................168
lubrication
specifications ..................205–206
refill capacities ........................203
service points ..........................164
starting after a collision .........126
Engine block heater .................106
Engine fan .........................162, 164
Engine oil ..................................165
checking and adding ..............165
dipstick ....................................165
filter, specifications ........167, 202
recommendations ...................167
refill capacities ........................203
specifications ..................205–206
Exhaust fumes ..........................106
F
Fan, Engine Cooling .........162, 164
Floor mats ...................................50
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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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