2007 FORD FIVE HUNDRED brake fluid

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle, we providescheduled maintenance
informationwhich makes tracking routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can
provide the necessary parts and service. Check yourWarranty Guideto
find out which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burning (cigarettes) material away
from the battery and all fuel related parts.
Working with the engine off
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
3.0L DOHC V6 DURATEC ENGINE
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
3. Engine coolant bleed plug
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Battery
6. Power distribution box
7. Air filter assembly
8. 6–speed automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped)
9. Engine oil dipstick
10. Engine oil filler cap
11. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the “MIN” and
“MAX” lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range the performance of the
system could be compromised; seek
service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
TRANSAXLE FLUID
Checking automatic transaxle fluid—CVT transaxle
Do not use supplemental transaxle fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials or transaxle fluids
other than the recommended fluid, may affect transaxle operation
and result in damage to internal transaxle components.
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid changes. Your transaxle does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not working
properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips, takes more than a couple of seconds
to engage into Drive/Reverse or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
It is recommended that an authorized dealer check fluid level and
add fluid if required.
If your transaxle has a low fluid condition sufficient to affect proper
operation the transaxle control module will send a signal to illuminate
the
on the instrument panel.
As long as the transaxle engages normally to drive or reverse, it is safe
to drive but if the
illuminates the vehicle should be taken to your
authorized dealer for evaluation as soon as possible.
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If your transaxle does not engage normally, do not attempt to
drive. The vehicle should be towed to your authorized dealer for
evaluation.
Checking 6–speed automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transaxle does not consume
fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not
working properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you
notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Checking automatic transmission fluid at operating temperature
(158°F-176°F [70°C-80°C])
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up
(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 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.
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 read
within the hot range on the dipstick
if at normal operating temperature
(158°F-176°F [70°C-80°C]).
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Items CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Brake fluidBetween MAX and
MIN on reservoirMotorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 or PM-1-C /
ESA-M6C25-A or
WSS-M6C62-A
Door latch, hood latch,
auxiliary hood latch,
seat tracks, trunk and
liftgate latches— Multi-Purpose GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 /
ESA-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders —Motorcraft Penetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1 /
None
Automatic CVT
transaxle fluid10.0 quarts
(9.5L)
1
Motorcraft Continuously
Variable Chain Type
Transmission Fluid
2
XT-7-QCFT /
WSS-M2C933-A
Automatic 6-speed
transaxle fluid7.4 quarts (7.0L)
1
Motorcraft Premium
Automatic Transmission
Fluid
2
XT-8-QAW /
WSS-M2C924-A
Rear Axle (AWD) fluid 1.5 pints (0.7L)Motorcraft SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear Axle
LubricantXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A
Coupler fluid 1.5 pints (0.7L)Volvo Transmission Oil,
Clutch1161641 /
None
Power Transfer Unit
(PTU) fluid1.9 pints (0.9L)Motorcraft Specialty
Power Transfer Unit
FluidXY-75W90-PTU /
None
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A
Accessory delay ..........................70
Air cleaner filter .......................271
Air conditioning ....................48, 50
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................131–132, 140, 142
and child safety seats ............133
description ..............132, 140, 142
disposal ....................................145
driver airbag ............134, 141, 143
indicator light .................140, 145
operation .................134, 141, 143
passenger airbag .....134, 141, 143
side airbag ...............................140
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................195
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................250
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................186
Anti-theft system ..............105, 108
arming the system ..................108
disarming a
triggered system .....................109
triggering .................................109
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 21
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ....................268–269
fluid, checking ................268–269
fluid, refill capacities ..............272
fluid, specification ..................272
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................191–192
B
Battery .......................................248acid, treating emergencies .....248
jumping a disabled battery ....217
maintenance-free ....................248
replacement, specifications ...271
servicing ..................................248
Belt-Minder.............................126
Booster seats .............................146
Brakes ........................................185
anti-lock ...................................186
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................186
fluid, checking and adding ....268
fluid, refill capacities ..............272
fluid, specifications .................272
lubricant specifications ..........272
parking ....................................187
shift interlock ..........................189
Bulbs ............................................58
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....272
Cargo net .....................................90
Cassette tape player ...................16
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................210
Child safety restraints ..............146
child safety belts ....................146
Child safety seats ......................150
attaching with
tether straps ...........................154
in front seat ............................151
in rear seat ..............................151
Child safety seats -
booster seats .............................146
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............235
instrument panel ....................236
interior .....................................237
plastic parts ............................235
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locking and
unlocking doors ......................104
programming entry code .......103
Keys ...........................................106
positions of the ignition .........182
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................54
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................58
daytime running light ...............56
fog lamps ...................................55
headlamps .................................54
headlamps, flash to pass ..........55
instrument panel, dimming .....56
interior lamps .....................58–59
replacing bulbs .............59–60, 63
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................58
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........186
Load limits .................................174
Locks
autolock .....................................91
childproof ..................................94
doors ..........................................91
Lubricant specifications ...........272
Lug nuts ....................................217
Lumbar support, seats .............111
M
Message center ...........................81
english/metric button ...............86
system check button ................86
warning messages .....................86
Mirrors .........................................70automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................70
fold away ...................................71
heated ........................................71
side view mirrors (power) .......70
Moon roof ....................................76
Motorcraft parts ........239, 256, 271
N
Navigation system .......................45
O
Octane rating ............................260
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................244
P
Parking brake ............................187
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....271
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................119
Power adjustable foot pedals .....71
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................207
Power door locks ........................91
Power mirrors .............................70
Power point .................................67
Power steering ..........................189
fluid, checking and adding ....267
fluid, refill capacity ................272
fluid, specifications .................272
Power Windows ...........................68
R
Radio ......................................16, 21
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tire grades ...............................159
treadwear ........................158, 163
Towing .......................................179
recreational towing .................181
trailer towing
..........................179
wrecker
....................................223
Traction control
........................188
Transaxle
fluid, checking and
adding (automatic)
........268–269
fluid, refill capacities
..............272
lubricant specifications
..........272
Transmission
.............................189
brake-shift interlock (BSI)
....189
Trunk
...........................................94
remote release
....................90, 97
Turn signal
..................................58V
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) ...........................275
Vehicle loading ..........................174
Ventilating your vehicle ...........185
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................243
Water, Driving through .............201
Windows
power .........................................68
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....243
operation ...................................64
replacing wiper blades ...........244
Wrecker towing .........................223
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