2007 FORD SUPER DUTY maintenance

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Hinges, latches, striker
plates, fuel filler door
hinge and seat tracks— Multi-Purpose GreaseXG–4 or XL-5 /
ESB-M1C93–B
Lock cylinders —Motorcraft Penetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1 / None
Transmission / parking
brake linkages and
pivots, brake and clutch
pedal shaft (if
equipped)—Motorcraft Premium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C or XG-1-K /
WSD-M1C227-A
Power steering fluidFill to FULL
COLD range on
dipstickMotorcraft MERCON
AT FXT-2-QDX / MERCON
Transfer case fluid 2.0 quarts (1.9L)Motorcraft MERCON
AT FXT-2-QDX / MERCON
Manual transmission
fluid5.8 quarts (5.5L)
4
Motorcraft MERCON
AT FXT-2-QDX / MERCON
Automatic transmission
fluid
3
17.5 quarts
(16.6L)
5(includes
remote filter
element change)Motorcraft MERCONSP
AT FXT-6–QSP / MERCON
SP
Windshield washer fluid 4.25 quarts (4.0L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32–A /
WSB-M8B16–A2
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1Add 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 yourscheduled
maintenance informationfor change intervals on Dana rear axles.2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.3Ensure 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 yourscheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service
interval.
MERCON, MERCONV and MERCONSP are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix
MERCON, MERCONV and MERCONSP. Use of dual usage fluids in an automatic
transmission application requiring MERCONSP may cause transmission damage. Use of
a transmission fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.4Service 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.5Indicates 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.6Use 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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ENGINE DATA
Engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine
Cubic inches 330 415
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
Spark plug gap1.02–1.28mm
(0.040–0.050 inch)*1.02–1.28mm
(0.040–0.050 inch)*
Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug
Compression ratio 9.8:1 9.2:1
*The 5.4L 3V and 6.8L 3V spark plug gap CANNOT be adjusted.
Drivebelt routing
5.4L V8/6.8L V10 engines
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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance
Certification Label be affixed to a
vehicle and prescribe where the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label may be located. The Safety
Compliance Certification Label is
located on the structure by the
trailing edge of the driver’s door or
the edge of the driver’s door.
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.)
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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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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A
Accessory delay ..........................61
Air cleaner filter .......287–288, 290
Air conditioning ..........................39
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................110–111
and child safety seats ............112
description ..............................111
disposal ....................................114
driver airbag ............................113
indicator light .........................114
operation .................................113
passenger airbag .....................113
passenger deactivation
switch ......................................115
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................264
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................174–175
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................20, 22, 27
Automatic transmission ............178
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................180
fluid, adding ............................283
fluid, checking ........................283
fluid, refill capacities ..............291
Auxiliary power point .................59
Axle
refill capacities ........................291
traction lok ..............................178
B
Battery .......................................262
acid, treating emergencies .....262
jumping a disabled battery ....230maintenance-free ....................262
replacement, specifications ...290
servicing ..................................262
BeltMinder...............................106
Brakes ........................................174
anti-lock ...........................174–175
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................175
fluid, checking and adding ....282
fluid, refill capacities ..............291
parking ....................................176
shift interlock ..........................178
trailer .......................................161
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................48
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....291
Cassette tape player .............20, 22
Cell phone use ..............................7
Child safety restraints ..............120
child safety belts ....................120
Child safety seats ......................123
attaching with tether straps ..127
in front seat ............................124
in rear seat ..............................124
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............246
instrument panel ....................248
interior .....................................249
interior trim ............................249
plastic parts ............................247
safety belts ..............................249
washing ....................................245
waxing .....................................245
wheels ......................................246
wiper blades ............................248
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Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......187
description ..............................191
driving off road .......................193
electronic shift ................187, 191
indicator light .........................188
lever operated shift ................189
manual locking hubs ..............187
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................178
Fuel ............................................270
calculating fuel
economy ............................75, 275
cap ...........................................272
capacity ...................................291
choosing the right fuel ...........273
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................278
detergent in fuel .....................274
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................270, 272, 275
filter, specifications ........270, 290
fuel pump shut-off switch .....207
improving fuel economy ........275
octane rating ...................274, 295
quality ......................................274
running out of fuel .................275
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................270
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......207
Fuses ..................................208–209
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............272
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................275
Gauges .........................................16
transmission fluid
temperature gauge ...................20
H
Hazard flashers .........................207Head restraints ...........................92
Headlamps ...................................42
aiming ..................................44, 46
autolamp system
.......................42
daytime running lights
.............43
flash to pass
..............................44
high beam
.................................44
replacing bulbs
.............49–50, 52
turning on and off
....................42
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system
...........................36–37, 39
Hood
..........................................254
I
Ignition
...............................169, 295
Infant seats
(see Safety seats)
.....................123
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing
........................................280
Instrument panel
cleaning
...................................248
cluster
........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior
.......................................44
J
Jump-starting your vehicle
......230
K
Keyless entry system
.................90
Keys
positions of the ignition
.........169
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Roadside assistance ..................205
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........110
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ............................99–103
Safety defects, reporting ..........244
Safety restraints ..................99–103
BeltMinder............................106
extension assembly ................109
for adults .........................100–103
for children .....................119–120
lap belt ....................................104
safety belt maintenance .........110
warning light and
chime ...............................105–106
Safety seats for children ..........123
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................296
Satellite Radio Information ........32
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............99
Seats ............................................92
child safety seats ....................123
cleaning ...................................250
Servicing your vehicle ..............253
Snowplowing .................8, 201–204
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................290, 295
Special notice ................................9
ambulance conversions ..............8
diesel-powered vehicles .............8
utility-type vehicles ....................8
Speed control ..............................64
Starting your
vehicle ........................169–170, 173jump starting ..........................230
Steering wheel
controls ......................................69
tilting .........................................57
T
Tailgate ..................................81–82
Tilt steering wheel ......................57
Tires ...................................133–134
alignment ................................142
care ..........................................139
changing ..................................222
checking the pressure ............138
inspecting and inflating .........135
label .........................................149
replacing ..................................141
rotating ....................................143
safety practices .......................142
sidewall information ...............144
snow tires and chains ............149
spare tire .........................217, 219
terminology .............................134
tire grades ...............................134
treadwear ........................133, 140
Towing .......................................157
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ..............161
trailer towing ..........................157
wrecker ....................................236
Traction-lok rear axle ...............178
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ................161
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................287
Transmission
automatic operation .........58, 178
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....178
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................283
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