The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (66°C-77°C
[150°F-170°F]).
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transaxle 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 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.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter
element listed. Refer toMotorcraft part numbersin this chapter.
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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F
Floor mats ...................................75
Fluid capacities .........................294
Fuel ............................................276calculating fuel economy .......280
cap ...........................................278
capacity ...................................294
choosing the right fuel ...........278
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................283
detergent in fuel .....................280
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................276, 278, 280
filter, specifications ........280, 293
fuel pump shut-off switch .....232
improving fuel economy ........280
octane rating ...................279, 297
quality ......................................279
running out of fuel .................280
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................276
Fuses ..................................233 –234
G
Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless control
system) ........................................75
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............278
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................280
Gauges .........................................15
H
Hazard flashers .........................232
Head restraints .................112, 116
Headlamps ...................................45 aiming ........................................48 autolamp system .......................45
bulb specifications ....................51
daytime running lights .............46
flash to pass ..............................47
high beam .................................46
replacing bulbs .........................52
turning on and off ....................45
Heating heating and air conditioning
system .................................34, 36
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................75
Hood ..........................................264
I
Ignition ...............................217, 297
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................165
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................285
Instrument panel ........................66 cleaning ...................................260
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................47
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......241
K
Keyless entry system ...............105 autolock ...........................104, 107
Keys ...........................................109 positions of the ignition .........217
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