2006 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS brake fluid

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer toscheduled maintenance
informationfor the service interval
schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCONAT 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 on the
dipstick. It should be between the
arrows in the FULL range on the
side of the dipstick with the words
MAX. HOT at the top. Do not add
fluid if the level is within this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the FULL range. Be sure to put the dipstick
back in the reservoir.
BRAKE FLUID
Checking and adding brake fluid
Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed. Refer to the
scheduled maintenance informationfor the service interval schedules.
ADD MAX. HOTFULL
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•Hydromaxbrake fluid reservoir
Chassis with Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings of 20,500 lb (9,299 kg) and
22,000 lb (9,979 kg) are equipped with Hydromax Brake Booster
Systems and must use Super DOT-4 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid when
brake service/maintenance is required.
•Hydroboostbrake fluid reservoir
Chassis with Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings of 15,700 lb (7,121 kg) and
18,000 lb (8,165 kg) are equipped with Hydroboost Brake Booster
Systems and must use DOT-3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid when brake
service/maintenance is required.
Note:On Hydromax brake systems a clear gel-like substance in the
hydraulic brake master cylinder reservoir may appear on some vehicles.
This substance is a silicone base lubricant used during assembly of the
master cylinder. It will float on top of the brake hydraulic fluid in the
master cylinder. This condition is normal and in no way affects the
operation of the brake system. It does not require any service.
1. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from
entering the reservoir.
2. Visually inspect the fluid level.
3. If necessary, add brake fluid from a clean un-opened container until
the level reaches MAX. Do not fill above this line.
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4. Use only a brake fluid listed previously (DOT 3 or Super DOT 4
depending on brake system) and that is certified to meet Ford
specifications. Refer toLubricant specificationsin this chapter.
Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyes
with running water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if
irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention immediately.
If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you will cause
permanent damage to your brakes.
Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry. This
may cause the brakes to fail.
Brake system fluid should be replaced on a regular basis to maintain
optimum braking performance, especially under heavy-duty driving
conditions such as frequent steep grades or heavy towing loads. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the service interval schedules.
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 to normal operating temperature 150°F -
170°F (66°C - 77°C) 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.
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1The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items
listed inscheduled maintenance informationand is essential to the
life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
For PCV valve replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the
appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve.
Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void
for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not
used.
2For spark plug replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer toscheduled 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
FluidHydroboost
brake booster
systemFill to line on
reservoir
Super DOT 4
Motor Vehicle
Brake FluidHydromax brake
booster system
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)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 coolant
1Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)All 30.6 quarts
(29.0L)3
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Keep in FULL
range on
dipstick
Rear axle
2Motorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantDana 80 4.0 quarts
(3.9L)
Dana S135 and
Dana S14512.0 quarts
(11.7L)
Fuel tank N/A All 75 .0 gallons
(284.0L)
Transmission
4Motorcraft
MERCONSP
AT FAll 17.5 quarts
(16.6L)5
Parking brake
assemblyMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Fill to bottom of
fill plug hole
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Fill 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14 mm) below bottom of fill hole.
Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is
considered lubricated for life. These lubricants do not need to be
checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the
axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should
be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water.
3Capacity is approximate and will vary due to second stage manufacturer
completion of HVAC system. Fill to Hot/Cold Lines on reservoir.
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4Ensure 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 toscheduled maintenance informationto
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.
MERCON, MERCONV and MERCONSP are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON, MERCONV and
MERCONSP. Use of dual usage fluids in an automatic
transmission application requiring MERCONSP may cause
transmission damage. Use of a transmission fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
5Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with in-tank cooler. The amount of
transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the
dipstick’s normal operating range.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Super DOT 4
Motor Vehicle
Brake FluidYS4Z-19542–AA ESO-M6C57–A
and DOT 4
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
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Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)WSS-M2C930-A
with API
Certification
Mark
Automatic
transmission
Torqshift
5-speed
1
Motorcraft
MERCONSP
AT FXT-6-QSP MERCONSP
WSS-M2C919-D
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Parking brake
assemblyMotorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Rear Axle
Dana 80, S135,
S145AxleMotorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantXY-75W140–QL WSL-M2C192-A
Transmission
/steering/parking
brake linkages
and pivots,
brake and clutch
pedal shaft (if
equipped)Premium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C or
XG-1-KESA-M1C75-B
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 toscheduled maintenance informationto
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
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .......................55
Air cleaner filter ...............115–116
Ambulance packages ....................5
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ..................94
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ................................55
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive ...................................59
fluid, adding ............................112
fluid, checking ........................112
fluid, refill capacities ..............117
fluid, specification ..................121
Axle
lubricant specifications ..119, 121
refill capacities ........................117
B
Battery .........................................92
acid, treating emergencies .......92
jumping a disabled battery ......72
maintenance-free ......................92
replacement, specifications ...116
servicing ....................................92
Brakes ..........................................54
anti-lock .....................................55
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .................56
fluid, checking and adding ....110
fluid, refill capacities ..............117
fluid, specifications .........119, 121
lubricant specifications ..119, 121
shift interlock ............................58
Bulbs ............................................16
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....117Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ................86
wheels ........................................86
Coolant
checking and adding ................94
refill capacities ..................98, 117
specifications ..................119, 121
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................18
Customer Assistance ..................63
Ford Extended Service Plan ...83
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ................84
Getting roadside assistance .....63
Getting the service you need ..78
Ordering additional owner’s
literature ...................................85
The Dispute Settlement
Board .........................................80
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program .................83
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................15
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................112
engine oil ...................................89
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........119
Driving under special
conditions ....................................62
through water ...........................62
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ............................72
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