2006 FORD E-150 oil change

Maintenance and Specifications 200
Engine compartment 201
Engine oil 203
Battery 207
Engine Coolant 209
Fuel information 215
Air filter(s) 229
Part numbers 231
Refill capacities 232
Lubricant specifications 236
Engine data 239
Accessories 244
Index 246
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Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.
Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms
to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine’s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an
equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A.
SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability
performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that
is not covered by Ford warranty.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule
listed inscheduled maintenance information.
Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for
added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used
that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up
engine noises or knock may be experienced.
It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or
another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application.
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REFILL CAPACITIES
FluidFord Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake Fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine
oil-gasoline
engine (includes
filter change)
8
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)All 6.0 quarts
(5.7L)
Engine oil-diesel
engine (includes
filter change)Refer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.
Engine
coolant-gasoline
engine
1
Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)4.6L V8 engine 23.8 quarts
(22.6L)
4.6L V8 engine
with aux rear heat26.0 quarts
(24.6L)
5.4L V8 engine 28.8 quarts
(27.2L)
5.4L V8 engine
with aux rear heat30.8 quarts
(29.1L)
6.8L V10 engine 30.4 quarts
(28.8L)
6.8L V10 engine
with aux rear heat32.6 quarts
(30.8L)
Engine
coolant-diesel
engine
1
Refer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT FAll Keep in FULL
range on
dipstick
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4Visteon Traction-Lok axles require 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction
Modifier XL-3 or equivalent. Dana limited-slip axles (E250/E350) require
8 oz. (237 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting
Ford specification EST-M2C118-A.
5Optional fuel tank 55 gallons (208 L).
6Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
correct type. Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationto
determine the correct service interval.
Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCON
and MERCON
V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON
type
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCON
V type fluid.
MERCON
, MERCON
V and MERCON
SP are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON
, MERCON
V and
MERCON
SP. Use of dual usage fluids in an automatic
transmission application requiring MERCON
SP may cause
transmission damage. Use of a transmission fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
7Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size, if equipped with an in-tank cooler, if equipped an
oil to air cooler and if equipped with a remote filter assembly. The
amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the
indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
8Use 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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1Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
correct type. Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationto
determine the correct service interval.
Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCON
and MERCON
V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON
type
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCON
V type fluid.
MERCON
and MERCON
V type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCON
and MERCON
V. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON
and MERCON
V) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON
may
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
2Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent for
complete refill of Visteon Traction-Lok rear axles.
3Add 8 oz. (237 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Dana
Limited Slip rear axles (E-250/350).
ENGINE DATA
Engine*4.6L V8
engine5.4L V8
engine6.8L V10 engine
Cubic inches 281 330 415
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug
Spark plug gap0.052–0.056
inch
(1.32–1.42mm)0.052–0.056
inch
(1.32–1.42mm)0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42mm)
Compression
ratio9.4:1 9.0:1 9.0:1
*Refer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s
Guide Supplementfor diesel engine information.
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wiper blades ............................197
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) .................................31–33
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .......................22, 27
AM/FM .......................................20
Compass, electronic ....................46
calibration .................................47
set zone adjustment .................46
Console
overhead ....................................45
Controls
power seat .................................60
Coolant
checking and adding ..............209
refill capacities ................213, 232
specifications ..................236, 239
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................50
Customer Assistance ................160
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................191
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................192
Getting roadside assistance ...160
Getting the service you
need .........................................187
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................193
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................191
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................35Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid .227
engine oil .................................203
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........236
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................226
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................159
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................181
Emergency Flashers .................162
Emission control system ..........223
Engine ................................239–240
cleaning ...................................196
coolant .....................................209
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe cooling .......................214
idle speed control ...................207
lubrication specifications ......236,
239
refill capacities ........................232
service points ..........................201
starting after a collision .........162
Engine block heater .................142
Engine oil ..................................203
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................203
checking and adding ..............203
dipstick ....................................203
filter, specifications ........206, 231
recommendations ...................206
refill capacities ........................232
specifications ..................236, 239
Exhaust fumes ..........................142
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interior lamps ...........................38
replacing bulbs .........................40
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................38
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........143
Load limits .................................120
Loading instructions .................126
Locks ............................................54
doors ..........................................54
Lubricant specifications ...236, 239
Lug nuts ....................................180
Lumbar support, seats ...............60
M
Mirrors
fold away ...................................50
side view mirrors (power) .......49
Motorcraft parts ........199, 215, 231
O
Octane rating ............................219
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................203
P
Parking brake ............................144
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....231
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................167
Power door locks ........................54
Power mirrors .............................49
Power point .................................47
Power steering ..........................147
fluid, checking and adding ....225fluid, refill capacity ................232
fluid, specifications .........236, 239
Power Windows ...........................48
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................148
R
Radio ................................19–20, 25
Relays ................................164, 170
Remote entry system .................54
illuminated entry ......................58
locking/unlocking doors ...........55
panic alarm ...............................55
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................57
replacing the batteries .............56
Roadside assistance ..................160
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............75
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) .........65–69
Safety defects, reporting ..........193
Safety restraints ....................65–69
belt minder ...............................71
extension assembly ..................74
for adults .............................66–68
for children .........................84–85
lap belt ......................................70
safety belt maintenance ...........75
warning light and chime ....70–71
Safety seats for children ............89
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............65
Seats ............................................59
child safety seats ......................89
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