2006 FORD EXPEDITION brake fluid

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
5.4L 3V– V8 engines
1. Battery
2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
3. Air filter assembly
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Brake fluid reservoir
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Engine oil filler cap
9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer to thescheduled maintenance
informationfor the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use only Ford Premium Power Steering Fluid or MERCON

AT F.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN
and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir.
BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the “MIN” and
“MAX” lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range the performance of your
brake system could be
compromised; seek service from
your authorized dealer immediately.
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TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the
transmission is not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or
shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating
temperature (approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot
weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30
minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer toIdentifying components in the engine compartment
in this chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in
the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
Low fluid level
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at the bottom of the dipstick
and the ambient temperature is
above 50°F (10°C ).
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating
temperature 150°F-170°F (66°C-77°C) on a level surface. The normal
operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles
(30 km) of driving.
ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
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2For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not
used.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)
6
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)All 7.0 quarts
(6.6 L)
Fuel tank N/A All 28.0 gallons
(106L)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT FAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Transmission
fluid
1Motorcraft
MERCON
V
AT F4R70/75 E 13.9 quarts
(13.1L)2
Transfer case
fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT F4x4 vehicles 2.0 quarts
(1.9L)
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ItemFord part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
Hinges, latches,
striker plates
and rotors, seat
tracks, fuel filler
door hinge and
springMulti-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders,
swing-away
spare tire carrier
padlockMotorcraft
Penetrating and
Lock LubricantXL-1 none
Driveshaft, slip
spline, double
Cardan joint
center ballPremium Long
Life GreaseXG-1-C ESA-M1C75-B
Engine coolant Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)VC-7-A (U.S.,
except CA, OR
and NM),
VC-7-B (CA, OR
and NM)WSS-M97B51-A1
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20–
LSP12 (Canada)WSS-M2C930-A
and API
Certification
Mark
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................239
Accessory delay ........................111
Air cleaner filter ...............338–339
Air conditioning ..........................87
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................91
Air suspension ...........................245
description ..............................245
Airbag supplemental
restraint system ................180, 184
and child safety seats ............182
description ......................180, 184
disposal ....................................187
driver airbag ....................182, 185
indicator light .................184, 187
operation .........................182, 185
passenger airbag .............182, 185
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................318
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................239–240
Armrests ....................................153
Audio system (see Radio) ...19, 24
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................249
fluid, adding ............................336
fluid, checking ........................336
fluid, refill capacities ..............340
fluid, specification ..................345
Auxiliary power point ...............108
Axle
lubricant
specifications ..................343, 345
refill capacities ........................340B
Battery .......................................316
acid, treating emergencies .....316
jumping a disabled battery ....285
maintenance-free ....................316
replacement, specifications ...339
servicing ..................................316
BeltMinder .................................176
Brakes ........................................238
anti-lock ...........................239–240
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............240
fluid, checking and adding ....335
fluid, refill capacities ..............340
fluid, specifications .........343, 345
lubricant specifications ..343, 345
parking ....................................240
shift interlock ..........................248
Bulbs ............................................98
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....340
CD-single premium .....................19
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................277
Child safety restraints ..............188
child safety belts ....................188
Child safety seats ......................191
in front seat ............................192
in rear seat ......................192, 194
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............302
instrument panel ....................304
interior .............................304–305
plastic parts ............................303
safety belts ..............................304
washing ....................................301
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Steering wheel
controls ....................................118
tilting .......................................106
T
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................260
Roadside Emergencies ...........277
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....217
Warning Displays ..............16, 131
Tires ...........................203–204, 277
alignment ................................215
care ..........................................214
changing ..................277, 279–280
checking the pressure ............206
inspecting and inflating .........205
label .........................................213
replacing ..................................208
rotating ....................................216
safety practices .......................215
sidewall information ...............209
snow tires and chains ............221
spare tire .................................278
terminology .............................205
tire grades ...............................204
treadwear ........................204, 214
Towing .......................................228
recreational towing .................234
trailer towing ..........................228
wrecker ....................................290Transmission .............................248
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....248
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................336
fluid, refill capacities ..............340
lubricant specifications ..343, 345
Trunk .........................................140
Turn signal ..................................96
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................346
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................348
Vehicle loading ..........................221
Ventilating your vehicle ...........237
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................311
Water, Driving through .............264
Windows
power .......................................111
rear wiper/washer ...................106
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ........................................105
checking and adding fluid .....311
liftgate reservoir .....................311
replacing wiper blades ...........312
Wrecker towing .........................290
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