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.
You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is
above 50°F (10°C). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill
condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating
temperature.
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (150°F-170°F
[66°C-77°C]).
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ItemFord part
name or
equivalentFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine oilMotorcraft 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
Seat tracksMulti-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A
or ESB-M1C93-B
Hinges, latches,
striker plates,
fuel filler door
hinge and door
check armMulti-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESE-M1C171–A
Lock cylindersMotorcraft
Penetrating and
Lock LubricantXL-1 none
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
Power steering
fluid, transfer
case fluid (4X4)Motorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Automatic
transmission
(4R75 E)
2
Motorcraft
MERCONV
AT FXT-5-QM
MERCONV
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ItemFord part
name or
equivalentFord part
numberFord
specification
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2
1Add 4 oz (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent for
complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
2Ensure 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.
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.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 5.4L V8 engine
Cubic inches 330
Required fuel 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition system Coil on plug
Spark plug gap
10.040–0.050 inch (1.02–1.28mm)
Compression ratio 9.85:1
1The 5.4L 3V spark plug gap CAN NOT be adjusted.
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel. (Please note that
in the graphic XXXX is
representative of your vehicle
identification number.)
The vehicle identification number (VIN) contains the following
information:
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
Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block and transmission.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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A
Accessory delay ..........................42
Air cleaner filter ...............233–234
Air conditioning ..........................21
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ....................................97–98
and child safety seats ............100
description ................................98
disposal ....................................102
driver airbag ......................98, 100
indicator light .........................101
operation ...........................98, 100
passenger airbag ...............98, 100
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................212
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................155
Audio system (see Radio) .........16
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................159
fluid, adding ............................229
fluid, checking ........................229
fluid, refill capacities ..............235
fluid, specification ..................239
Axle
lubricant specifications ..237, 239
refill capacities ........................235
traction lok ..............................157
B
Battery .......................................210
acid, treating emergencies .....210
jumping a disabled battery ....183
maintenance-free ....................210
replacement, specifications ...234servicing ..................................210
Bed extender ..............................61
Brakes ........................................155
anti-lock ...................................155
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................155
fluid, checking and adding ....229
fluid, refill capacities ..............235
fluid, specifications .........237, 239
lubricant specifications ..237, 239
parking ....................................156
shift interlock ..........................157
Bulbs ............................................29
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....235
Cell phone use ..............................7
Certification Label ....................241
Child safety restraints ..............105
child safety belts ....................105
Child safety seats ......................108
attaching with tether straps ..112
in front seat ............................109
in rear seat ..............................109
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............200
instrument panel ....................201
interior .....................................202
interior trim ............................201
plastic parts ............................200
safety belts ..............................202
washing ....................................198
waxing .....................................198
wheels ......................................199
wiper blades ............................201
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............21
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Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................17
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................53
Console ........................................40
overhead ....................................36
Controls
power seat .................................79
steering column ........................46
Coolant
checking and adding ..............212
refill capacities ................216, 235
specifications ..................237, 239
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................44
Customer Assistance ................174
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................203
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................195
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............196
Getting roadside assistance ...174
Getting the service you
need .........................................189
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................196
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................192
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................194
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................25
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................229engine oil .................................207
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........237
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................232
Driving under special
conditions ..................162, 167, 170
sand .........................................169
snow and ice ...........................171
through water .................170, 172
DVD system .................................19
E
Electronic message center .........52
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................183
Emergency Flashers .................175
Emission control system ..........226
Engine ................................239–240
cleaning ...................................200
coolant .....................................212
fail-safe coolant ......................217
idle speed control ...................210
lubrication specifications ......237,
239
refill capacities ........................235
service points ..........................206
starting after a collision .........175
Engine block heater .................154
Engine oil ..................................207
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................207
checking and adding ..............207
dipstick ....................................207
filter, specifications ........209, 234
recommendations ...................209
refill capacities ........................235
specifications ..................237, 239
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J
Jack
storage .....................................126
Jump-starting your vehicle ......183
K
Keyless entry system .................73
autolock .....................................71
programming entry code .........73
Keys .............................................76
positions of the ignition .........151
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................24
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................29
daytime running light ...............25
fog lamps ...................................24
headlamps .................................24
headlamps, flash to pass ..........25
instrument panel, dimming .....26
interior lamps .....................27–28
replacing bulbs ...................29–33
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................27
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........155
Load limits .................................139
Loading instructions .................146
Locks
autolock .....................................71
childproof ..................................64
doors ..........................................63
Lubricant specifications ...237, 239
Lug nuts ....................................130Lumbar support, seats ...............79
M
Message center ...........................52
english/metric button ...............56
system check button ................56
warning messages .....................58
Mirrors .........................................35
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................42
heated ........................................43
programmable memory ......67, 80
side view mirrors (power) .......42
signal .........................................43
Moon roof ....................................47
Motorcraft parts ................222, 234
O
Octane rating ............................221
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................207
P
Parking brake ............................156
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....234
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................84
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................177
Power door locks ........................63
Power mirrors .............................42
Power point .................................38
Power steering ..........................156
fluid, checking and adding ....228
fluid, refill capacity ................235
fluid, specifications .........237, 239
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