2007 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS oil dipstick

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
6.8L V10 engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Power distribution box
5. Air filter assembly
6. Engine oil dipstick
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Power steering fluid reservoir
9. Transmission fluid filter (general area—out of view)
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ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the
engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it
again.
•If the oil level iswithin the MIN and MAX marks or the lower
and upper holes,the oil level is acceptable.DO NOT ADD OIL.
•If the oil level isbelow the MIN mark or the lower hole,engine oil
must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range.
•Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above the MAX
mark or upper hole mark may cause engine damage.If the engine
is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an
authorized dealer.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
MAX MIN
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Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range, add
only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the
engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the
opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
until three clicks can be heard.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms
to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine’s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an
equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A.
SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability
performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
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Item Capacity Ford Part NameFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Engine oil 6.0 quarts (5.7L)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-speed17.5 quarts
(16.6L)
3
Motorcraft MERCONSP
AT F
4
XT-6-QSP /
MERCONSP
WSS-M2C919-D
Power steering fluidKeep in FULL
range on dipstick
Motorcraft MERCON
AT FXT-2-QDX /
MERCON
Parking brake assemblyFill to bottom of
fill plug hole
Rear Axle
Dana 804.0 quarts (3.9L)
5
Motorcraft SAE 75W-90
Synthetic Axle LubricantXY-75W90-QLS /
WSS-M2C918-A and
GL-5
Rear Axle
Dana S11012.0 quarts
(11.7L)
6
Motorcraft SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear Axle
LubricantXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A and
GL-5
Rear Axle
Dana S13012.0 quarts
(11.7L)
5
Motorcraft SAE 75W-140
Synthetic Rear Axle
LubricantXY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A and
GL-5
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .......................50
Air cleaner filter ...............114–116
Ambulance packages ....................5
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ..................91
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..........................50–51
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive ...................................54
fluid, adding ............................111
fluid, checking ........................111
fluid, refill capacities ..............117
fluid, specification ..................117
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........117
refill capacities ........................117
B
Battery .........................................89
acid, treating emergencies .......89
jumping a disabled battery ......72
maintenance-free ......................89
replacement, specifications ...116
servicing ....................................89
Brakes ....................................49–50
anti-lock ...............................50–51
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .............................51
fluid, checking and adding ...109,
111
fluid, refill capacities ..............117
fluid, specifications .................117
lubricant specifications ..........117
shift interlock ............................53
Bulbs ............................................16
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....117Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ................84
wheels ........................................84
Coolant
checking and adding ................91
refill capacities ..................95, 117
specifications ..........................117
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................18
Customer Assistance ..................58
Ford Extended Service Plan ...80
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ................81
Getting roadside assistance .....58
Getting the service you
need ...........................................77
Ordering additional owner’s
literature ...................................82
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program .................80
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................15
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................111
engine oil ...................................87
Driving under special
conditions ....................................57
through water ...........................57
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ............................72
Emission control system ..........105
Engine ........................................120
cleaning .....................................84
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coolant .......................................91
fail-safe cooling .........................96
idle speed control .....................89
lubrication specifications .......117
refill capacities ........................117
service points ............................86
starting after a collision ...........59
Engine block heater ...................49
Engine oil ....................................87
checking and adding ................87
dipstick ......................................87
filter, specifications ..........88, 116
recommendations .....................88
refill capacities ........................117
specifications ..........................117
Exhaust fumes ............................49
F
Fail safe cooling ..........................96
Fluid capacities .........................117
Fuel ..............................................97
calculating fuel economy .......102
capacity ...................................117
choosing the right fuel ...........100
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................105
detergent in fuel .....................101
filling your vehicle
with fuel ............................97, 102
filter, specifications ..........97, 116
fuel pump shut-off switch .......59
improving fuel economy ........102
octane rating ...................100, 120
quality ......................................101
running out of fuel .................101
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .......................97
Fuses ............................................60G
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................102
Gauges .........................................12
transmission fluid
temperature gauge ...................15
H
Hazard flashers ...........................59
Headlamps ...................................15
daytime running lights .............15
flash to pass ..............................16
high beam .................................15
turning on and off ....................15
I
Ignition .................................46, 120
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................106
Instrument panel
cluster ..........................................8
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................16
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ........72
K
Keys
positions of the ignition ...........46
L
Lamps
daytime running light ...............15
headlamps .................................15
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