2006 FORD F150 maintenance

TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
3. Add only enough fluid through
the filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer toLubricant
specificationsin this chapter.
DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE
Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require
lubrication. Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor
maintenance intervals. If the original universal joints are replaced with
universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be
necessary.
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AIR FILTER
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor 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.
Changing the air filter element
•4.2L/4.6L engines
1. Loosen the clamp that secures
the air filter element in place.
2. Carefully separate the two halves
of the air filter housing.
3. Remove the air filter element
from the open end of the air filter
housing.
4. Install a new air filter element.
5. Reassemble the two halves of the air filter housing, aligning the notch
and slot found on the top of each half. Secure the clamp, making sure
not to crimp the air filter edges between the two halves of the air filter
housing. This could cause filter damage and allow unmetered air to enter
the engine if not properly seated.
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•5.4L Engine
1. Release two retainer clamps.
2. Pull air filter tray assembly out
toward front of vehicle and lift air
filter element up and out of housing.
The air filter box needs to be free of any debris before installing a new
air filter.
3. Install a new air filter element
into the tray assembly.
4. Return air filter tray to original
position by pressing firmly on the
handle until all rearward movement
stops and secure the two clamps.
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 4.2L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8
engine
Air filter element FA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1754
Battery BTX-65-650 or
BTX-59
3BTX-65-650 or
BTX-593BTX-65-650 or
BTX-593
Fuel Filter FG-986-B FG-986-B FG-986-B
Oil Filter FL-400-S FL-820-S FL-820-S
PCV valve
1
Spark plugs2
1
The 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 authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled 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 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.
3Heavy-duty battery, if equipped.
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid
and clutch
fluidMotorcraft
High
Performance
DOT 3
Motor
Vehicle
Brake FluidAll Fill to line or step
(for clutch) on
reservoir
Engine
coolant
1Motorcraft
Premium
Gold Engine
Coolant
(yellow-
colored)4.2L V6 engine 17.6 quarts (16.7L)
4.6L V8 engine 20.5 quarts (19.4L)
5.4L V8 engine 20.9 quarts (19.8L)
Engine oil
(includes
filter
change)
8
Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Premium
Synthetic
Blend Motor
Oil (US)
Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Super
Premium
Motor Oil
(Canada)4.2L engine 6.0 quarts (5.7L)
4.6L engine 6.0 quarts (5.7L)
5.4L engine 7.0 quarts (6.6L)
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Fuel tank N/A Reg. Cab 6.5’ box /
SuperCab 5.5’ box26.0 gallons (98.4L)
SuperCrew 5.5’ box 30 gallons (113.6L)
SuperCrew 6.5’ box 27 gallons (102.2L)
Standard
35.7 gallons (135.1L)
Optional
Reg. Cab 8’ box /
SuperCab 6.5’ box /
SuperCab 8’ box27 gallons (102.1L)
Standard
35.7 gallons (135.1L)
Optional
Power
steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT FAll Fill to between MIN
and MAX lines on
reservoir
Transfer
case fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT F4x4 vehicles 2.0 quarts (1.9L)
2
Transmission
fluid3Motorcraft
MERCON
AT F5–speed manual 3.75 quarts (3.5L)
Motorcraft
MERCONV
AT FAutomatic 4R70E
and 4R75E13.9 quarts (13.2L)
4
Front axle Motorcraft
SAE 80W-90
Premium
Rear Axle
Lubricant4x4 vehicles 3.7 pints (2.0L)
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Rear axle
5Motorcraft
SAE
75W-140
High
Performance
Rear Axle
Lubricant
(synthetic)8.8/9.75 inch axle 5.5 pints (2.6L)6
10.25 inch axle 6.9 pints (3.3L)7
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll 4.25 quarts (4.0L)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transfer case to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
3Ensure 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
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.
MERCONand MERCONV type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCONand MERCONV. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCONand MERCONV) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCONmay
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
4Approximate dry fill capacity including transmission fluid cooling
system, actual refill capacities will vary based on vehicle application and
transmission fluid cooling system (i.e. coolers size, cooling lines, auxiliary
cooler capacities). The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level
should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
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5Your 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.
6Service refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to 1/4-9/16 inch
(6-14 mm) below the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level
surface.
Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL–3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A, for complete fill of 8.8 inch
and 9.75 inch Traction-Lok axles.
7Service refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to the bottom of
the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
For 10.25 inch Traction-Lok axles, use 6.5 pints (3.1L) of Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant and 8 oz. (236 ml) of Additive
Friction Modifier XL–3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification
EST-M2C118-A.
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.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ItemFord part
name or
equivalentFord part
numberFord
specification
Front axle
(4X4)Motorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle LubricantXY-80W-90-QL WSP-M2C197–A
Rear axleMotorcraft SAE
75W-140 High
Performance
Rear Axle
Lubricant
(synthetic)
1
XY-75W140–QL WSL-M2C192–A
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