2008 FORD ECONOLINE transmission oil

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Engine compartment component locations
Refer to the6.0L and 6.4L Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplementfor diesel engine component locations.
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Air filter assembly
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Power distribution box
10. Battery
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Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for
added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used
that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up
engine noises or knock may be experienced.
It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or
another with equivalent performance for your engine application.
BATTERY
Your vehicle is equipped with a
Motorcraft maintenance-free battery
which normally does not require
additional water during its life of
service.
WARNING:This vehicle may be equipped with more than one
battery, removal of cable from only one battery does not
disconnect the vehicle electrical system. Be sure to disconnect cables
from all batteries when disconnecting power. Failure to do so may
cause serious personal injury or property damage.
If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled
after the battery has been cleaned or replaced.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and
dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to
the battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables
from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the
acid with a solution of baking soda and water.
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the
transmission must learn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, the
transmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal and
will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel.
Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to
the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability.
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component14.6L V8 engine5.4L V8
engine6.8L V10
engine
Air filter element FA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1632
Battery- standard /
(auxiliary)BXT-65-650 /
(BXT-65-750)BXT-65-650 /
(BXT-65-750)BXT-65-650 /
(BXT-65-750)
Fuel filter FG-872 FG-872 FG-872
Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S FL-820-S
PCV valve
2
Spark plugs3
Torqshift automatic
transmission
internal bottom–pan
filter
4
— FT-175 FT-175
1Refer to the6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplementfor Motorcraft diesel engine service
part numbers.
2The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items
listed inscheduled maintenance informationand 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
scheduled maintenance informationfor 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.
3For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor 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.
4Also available with 6.0L and 6.4L Diesel engine/TorqShift transmission.
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Engine oil-diesel engineRefer to the6.0L and 6.4L Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplement.
Power steering fluidKeep in FULL
range on dipstickMotorcraft MERCON
VATFXT-5-QM /
MERCON
V
Automatic transmission fluid
(4R75E)13.9 quarts
(13.1L)
3
Motorcraft MERCON
V
AT F
4
XT-5-QM /
MERCON
V
Automatic transmission fluid
TorqShift (5–speed)18.8 quarts
(17.7L)
3
Motorcraft MERCON
SP
AT F
4
XT-6-QSP /
MERCON
SP
Dana conventional and Limited Slip
axle fluid
M60 (M248)
E-350 with 4.10 axle ratio5.9 pints (2.8L)
5,7
SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant
6
XY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
Dana Limited Slip Axle fluid
M60 (M248)
E250/E3505.9 pints (2.8L)
5,7
SAE 90 Hypoid Gear OilXY–90–GL /
ESW-M2C105-E Dana Limited Slip Axle fluid
M70FF (M267FF)
E-3506.6 pints (3.1L)
7
Dana Limited Slip Axle fluid
M70HD (M273HD)
E-4508.3 pints (3.9L)
7
Dana conventional axle fluid
M60 (M248)
E-250/3505.9 pints (2.8L)
7
SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A Dana conventional axle fluid
M70FF (M267FF)
E-3506.6 pints (3.1L)
7
Dana conventional axle fluid
M70HD (M273HD)
E-4508.3 pints (3.9L)
7
Windshield washer fluid 4.2 quarts (4.0L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Fuel tank–all regular and extended
length vans and wagons35.0 gallons
(132.4L)
—— Fuel tank–138 inch wheelbase
(except E-Super Duty)37.0 gallons
(140.0L)
Fuel tank–158 inch wheelbase
(except E-Super Duty)37.0 gallons
(140.0L)
8
Fuel tank–176 inch wheelbase
(except E-Super Duty)37.0 gallons
(140.0L)
8
Fuel tank–158 inch and 176 inch
wheelbase (E-Super Duty)55.0 gallons
(208.0L)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use 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.3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size, if equipped with an
in-tank cooler, if equipped with an oil to air cooler and if equipped with a remote filter assembly. The amount of
transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.4Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
V should only use MERCON
V fluid. Refer toscheduled
maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended
fluid may cause transmission damage.
Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
SP should only use MERCON
SP fluid. Use of a dual usage fluid in
an automatic transmission requiring MERCON
SP may cause transmission damage. Refer toscheduled
maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended
fluid may cause transmission damage.5Dana limited-slip axle (M60) requires 8 oz. (228 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford
specification EST-M2C118-A.6If your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant it is considered lubricated for life. These
lubricants do not need to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly
has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in
water.7Fill Dana rear axles to 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14 mm) below bottom of fill hole.8Optional fuel tank 55.0 gallons (208.0L).
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safety belts ..............................230
washing ....................................226
waxing .....................................227
wheels ......................................227
wiper blades ............................229
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......32–34
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .......................24, 28
AM/FM .......................................21
Compass, electronic ....................50
calibration .................................51
set zone adjustment .................50
Console
overhead ..............................48–49
Controls
power seat .................................71
Coolant
checking and adding ..............243
refill capacities ................247, 271
specifications ..........................271
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................54
Customer Assistance ................189
Ford Extended Service Plan...222
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............223
Getting roadside assistance ...189
Getting the service you
need .........................................218
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................224
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................222
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................36Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................264
engine oil .................................237
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................264
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................188
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................210
Emergency Flashers .................190
Emission control system ..........259
Engine ........................................274
cleaning ...................................228
coolant .....................................243
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe cooling .......................248
idle speed control ...................240
lubrication specifications .......271
refill capacities ........................271
service points ..........................235
starting after a collision .........191
Engine block heater .................165
Engine oil ..................................237
checking and adding ..............237
dipstick ....................................237
filter, specifications ........239, 270
recommendations ...................239
refill capacities ........................271
specifications ..........................271
Event data recording ....................6
Exhaust fumes ..........................165
F
Fail safe cooling ........................248
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