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Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine oil4.6L engine
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)WSS-M2C
930-Awith API
Certification
Mark
4.0L V6 engine
Motorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super
Premium Motor
OilXO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C929-A
and API
Certification
Mark
Lock cylinders Penetrating and
Lock LubricantMotorcraft XL-1 none
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Rear Axle
LubricantMotorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant
1
XY-75W140-QL WSP-M2C192-A
Automatic
transmission
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONV
AT F
2
XT-5-QM MERCONV
Manual
transmission
fluid–4.0L
V6/4.6L V8Motorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
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Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Disc brake
caliper railsMotorcraft
Silicone Brake
Caliper Grease
and Dielectric
CompoundXG-3-A ESE-M1C171-A
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2
1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of
Traction-Lok axles.
Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require
changing unless the axle has been submerged in water.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCONand
MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCONand
MERCONV. Refer to yourScheduled Maintenance Guideto
determine the correct service interval.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.0L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine
Cubic inches 245 281
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug
Spark plug gap 0.052–0.054 inch
(1.32–1.42 mm)0.040–0.050 inch
(1.02–1.27 mm)
1
Compression ratio 9.7:1 9.8:1
1The spark plug gap is not adjustable on the 4.6L V8.
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GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle
through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality
accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive
needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic
appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is made from high
quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and
safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any
properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessory found to be defective in
factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period, as
well as any component damaged by the defective accessory. The accessory
will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
• 12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
• the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your new
vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of your
New Vehicle ’s Limited Warranty —3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km)
(whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the
warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessory products for
your vehicle. Not all accessories are available for all models. For a
complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle,
please contact your dealer or visit our online store at:
www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Chrome exhaust tip
Deflectors
Exterior trim kits
Front end covers
Grille inserts
Fog lights
Splash guards
Spoiler
Wheels
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Clock adjust6-CD in dash .............................24
Clutch operation while driving ..........156
recommended shift speeds ....156
Console ........................................49
Controls power seat .................................78
Convertible ..................................59 cleaning ...................................185
lowering the convertible top ...59
raising the convertible top ......60
Coolant checking and adding ..............200
refill capacities ................204, 220
specifications ..................222, 224
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................47
Customer Assistance ................158 Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................187
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................180
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............179
Getting roadside assistance ...158
Getting the service you
need .........................................173
Ordering additional owner ’s
literature .................................180
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................176
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................178 D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................32
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................217
engine oil .................................193
Doors lubricant specifications ..........222
Driving under special
conditions ..................................155 through water .........................157
E
Electronic message center .........50
Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................167
Emission control system ..........213
Engine ................................224 –225
cleaning ...................................183
coolant .....................................200
fail-safe coolant ......................204
idle speed control ...................198
lubrication specifications ......222,
224
refill capacities ........................220
service points ..................191 –192
Engine block heater .................147
Engine oil ..................................193 checking and adding ..............193
dipstick ....................................193
filter, specifications ........196, 219
recommendations ...................196
refill capacities ........................220
specifications ..................222, 224
Exhaust fumes ..........................147
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L
Lampsbulb replacement
specifications chart ..................36
daytime running light ...............32
fog lamps ...................................32
headlamps ...........................32, 36
headlamps, flash to pass ..........33
instrument panel, dimming .....33
interior lamps ...........................35
replacing bulbs ...................35 –41
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................35
Lights, warning and indicator ....10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........148
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................151
Load limits .................................135
Locks autolock .....................................63
Lubricant specifications ...222, 224
Lug nuts ....................................125
Lumbar support, seats ...............78
M
Manual transmission .................156 fluid capacities ........................220
lubricant specifications ..........224
reverse .....................................157
Message center .....................50 –51
english/metric button .........54 –55
system check button ................54
warning messages .....................56
Mirrors side view mirrors (power) .......47
Motorcraft parts ................210, 219 O
Octane rating ............................209
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................193
P
Parking brake ............................149
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....219
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................82
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................163
Power door locks ........................63
Power mirrors .............................47
Power point .................................44
Power steering ..........................149
fluid, checking and adding ....216
fluid, refill capacity ................220
fluid, specifications .........222, 224
Power Windows ...........................44
R
Radio ......................................19, 22
Relays ........................................160
Remote entry system .................67 illuminated entry ......................70
opening the trunk .....................68
Roadside assistance ..................158
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............94
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ...80, 84 –88
Safety defects, reporting ..........181
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