2006 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY transmission

If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns
and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped)
The TorqShift automatic
transmission is equipped with a
serviceable external fluid filter
mounted on the frame rail. Refer to
the scheduled maintenance
information for service intervals.
To replace the transmission filter:
1. Shut off the engine.
2. Unscrew filter housing.
3. Replace filter with a new authorized Motorcraft filter element. Refer to
the Motorcraft part numbers chart in this chapter.
4. Reinstall housing and check transmission fluid level using procedure in
this section.
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Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
3. Fluid level should be at the
bottom of the opening.
4. Add enough fluid through the
filler opening so that the fluid level
is at the bottom of the opening.
5. Install and tighten the fill plug
securely.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant
specifications in this chapter.
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine
Air filter element FA-1754 FA-1782
Fuel filter FG-1011 FG-1011
Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S
PCV valve 1
Battery (Standard) BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650
Battery (Optional) BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750
Spark plugs-platinum 2
Remote Automatic
Transmission Filter 3
FT-145 FT–1451
The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items
listed in the scheduled maintenance information and 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 the
scheduled maintenance information for 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. 2
For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to the
scheduled maintenance information for 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. 3
Also available with 6.0L Diesel engine/TorqShift transmission. Part
number is FT-145.
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Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity
Engine oil
(includes filter
change) - diesel
engine Refer to your 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection
Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement
Fuel tank N/A Mid-ship tank
(optional on
Chassis Cab) 19.0 gallons
(71.9L )
Short box 30.5 gallons
(115.5L)
Long box 38.0 gallons
(143.9L)
Aft axle 40.0 gallons
(151.4L)
Power steering
fluid Motorcraft
MERCON  AT F All Fill to FULL
COLD range on
dipstick
Transfer case
fluid Motorcraft
MERCON  AT F 4x4 vehicles 2.0 quarts
(1.9L)
Manual
transmission fluid Motorcraft
MERCON  AT F 6-speed manual 5.8 quarts
(5.5L) 4
Automatic
transmission
fluid 3
Motorcraft
MERCON  SP
AT F TorqShift
(5–speed) 17.5 quarts
(16.6L) 5
(includes
remote filter
element change)
Windshield
washer fluid Motorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
Concentrate All 4.25 quarts
(4.0L)1
Add 8 oz. (236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of limited
slip axles. Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does
not require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water. Dana
rear axles also contain a synthetic lubricant but do require a change.
Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for change intervals
on Dana rear axles. 2
Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
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3
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick handle. Check the
container to verify the fluid being added is of the correct type. Refer to
your scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct
service interval.
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. 4
Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface. The 6–speed
manual transmission is equipped with an in-tank cooler. Verify the fluid
level after operating vehicle to ensure correct fluid level. 5
Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount
of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on
the dipstick’s normal operating range. 6
Use 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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Item Ford part name
or equivalent Ford part
number Ford
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
and API
Certification
Mark
Hinges, latches,
striker plates,
fuel filler door
hinge and seat
tracks Multi-Purpose
Grease XG–4 or XL-5 ESB-M1C93–B
Lock cylinders Motorcraft
Penetrating and
Lock Lubricant XL-1 none
Transmission
/parking brake
linkages and
pivots, brake and
clutch pedal
shaft (if
equipped) Motorcraft
Premium
Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or
XG-1-K ESA-M1C75-B
Steering linkage,
knuckle ball
joints
(F-450/550) and
trackbar ball
joint (F-450/550) Motorcraft
Premium
Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or
XG-1-K WSD-M1C227-A
Power steering
fluid and transfer
case fluid (if
equipped) Motorcraft
MERCON  AT F XT-2-QDX MERCON 
Manual
transmission
(6-speed) Motorcraft
MERCON  AT F 2
XT-2-QDX MERCON 
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Item Ford part name
or equivalent Ford part
number Ford
specification
Automatic
transmission
TorqShift
(5–speed) Motorcraft
MERCON  SP
AT F 2
XT-6–QSP MERCON  SP
Windshield
washer fluid Motorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
Concentrate ZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A21
Add 8 oz.(236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of limited
slip axles. Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does
not require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water. Dana
rear axles also contain a synthetic lubricant but do require a change.
Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for change intervals
on Dana rear axles. 2
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick handle. Check the
container to verify the fluid being added is of the correct type. Refer to
your scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct
service interval.
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.
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1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake type and gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR)
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle Safety
Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which
transmission or transaxle each code represents.
Code Description
5 Six-speed manual, Dana (ZF S6–650)
7 Six-speed manual, Dana (ZF M6HD-W)
T Five-speed automatic, TorqShift (gas engines)
B Five-speed automatic, TorqShift (diesel engine)
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