2008 FORD EDGE power steering fluid

Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Power Windows
Front/Rear
Power Window Lockout
Child Safety Door
Lock/UnlockInterior Luggage
Compartment Release
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Service Engine SoonEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check Fuel CapLow Tire Pressure
Warning
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Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal
injury or property damage. The occurrence of a AdvanceTrac
with
RSC event is an indication that at least some of the tires have
exceeded their ability to grip the road; this may lead to an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and
death. If you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN.
If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac
with RSC system, and the
AdvanceTrac
with RSC button has not been pushed, the warning
indicator light in the instrument cluster will stay on. If the warning
indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on while the engine is
running, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
STEERING
To help prevent damage to the power steering system:
•Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it
stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.
•Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering fluid level
(below the MIN mark on the reservoir).
•Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, check
for a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by your
authorized dealer.
•Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by a low power
steering fluid level. Check for a low power steering fluid level before
seeking service by your authorized dealer.
•Do not fill the power steering fluid reservoir above the MAX mark on
the reservoir.
If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned
off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort.
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•an improperly inflated tire
•uneven tire wear
•loose or worn suspension components
•loose or worn steering components
•improper steering alignment
A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering
seem to wander/pull.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
3.5L V6 engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Battery
5. Power distribution box
6. Air filter assembly
7. Transaxle fluid dipstick
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Engine oil filler cap
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer to thescheduled maintenance
informationfor the service interval schedules.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the
reservoir. It should be between the
MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in
small amounts, continuously
checking the level until it reaches
the range between the MIN and
MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap
back on the reservoir. Refer to
Maintenance product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter for
the proper fluid type.
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.
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Brake fluidBetween MIN and
MAX on reservoirMotorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A
Door weatherstrips — Silicone Spray LubricantXL-6 /
ESR-M13P4-A
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary hood
latch, door hinges,
striker plates, seat
tracks and fuel filler
door hinge— Multi-Purpose GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 /
ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders —Motorcraft Penetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1 /
None
Engine oil
1
5.5 quarts (5.2L)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
Engine coolant11.7 quarts
(11.09L)Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant with
bittering agent
(yellow-colored)
2
VC-7-B /
WSS-M97B51-A1
Engine coolant–with
trailer tow package12.83 quarts
(12.14L)
Power steering fluidBetween MIN and
MAX on reservoirMotorcraft MERCON
V
AT FXT-5-QM /
MERCON
V
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instrument panel ....................289
interior .....................................290
plastic parts ............................287
safety belts ..............................290
washing ....................................285
waxing .....................................286
wheels ......................................286
wiper blades ............................288
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............77
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................32
AM/FM/CD .................................24
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment ...............113
Console ........................................94
overhead ....................................93
Controls
power seat ...............................148
steering column ......................102
Convertible
cleaning ...................................288
Coolant
checking and adding ..............302
refill capacities ................305, 324
specifications ..........................324
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................99
Cupholder(s) .............................155
Customer Assistance ................254
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................281
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................282
Getting roadside assistance ...254
Getting the service you
need .........................................277
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................283Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................281
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................82
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................320
engine oil .................................296
Driving under special
conditions ..................245, 248, 251
sand .........................................249
snow and ice ...........................252
through water .................250, 253
DVD system .................................45
E
Electronic message
center .................................109–110
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................270
Emission control system ..........316
Engine ........................................326
cleaning ...................................287
coolant .....................................302
fail-safe cooling .......................306
idle speed control ...................300
lubrication specifications .......324
refill capacities ........................324
service points ..........................294
starting after a collision .........256
Engine block heater .................234
Engine oil ..................................296
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................296
checking and adding ..............296
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Power point .................................94
Power steering ..........................241
fluid, checking and adding ....319
fluid, refill capacity ................324
fluid, specifications .................324
Power Windows ...........................96
R
Radio ................................18, 22, 30
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................45
Relays ........................................256
Remote entry system .......132, 134
illuminated entry ............137, 139
locking/unlocking doors .........134
opening the trunk ...................135
panic alarm .............................135
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................137
replacing the batteries ...........136
Reverse sensing system ...........245
Roadside assistance ..................254
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........165
Safety belts
(see Safety
restraints) ..................156, 159–163
Safety Canopy ...................180, 183
Safety defects, reporting ..283–284
Safety restraints ........156, 159–163
Belt-Minder
...........................166
extension assembly ................164
for adults .........................160–162for children .............................186
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................157
safety belt maintenance .........165
warning light and
chime ...............................165–166
Safety seats for children ..........190
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................327
Satellite Radio Information ........43
Seats ..........................................145
child safety seats ....................190
easy access/easyout feature ..150
front seats .......................145–146
heated ................................77, 151
memory seat ...................136, 150
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................141
Servicing your vehicle ..............292
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................24
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................32
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........267
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................323, 326
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................324
Speed control ..............................99
Starting your vehicle ........231–233
jump starting ..........................270
Steering wheel
controls ....................................102
tilting .........................................92
SYNC ............................................74
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T
Tilt steering wheel ......................92
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....215
Tires ...........................200–201, 264
alignment ................................208
care ..........................................204
changing ..................264, 266–267
checking the pressure ............204
inflating ...................................202
label .........................................214
replacing ..................................206
rotating ....................................208
safety practices .......................207
sidewall information ...............209
snow tires and chains ............219
spare tire .........................264, 266
terminology .............................201
tire grades ...............................201
treadwear ........................200, 205
Towing .......................................225
recreational towing .................229
trailer towing ..........................225
wrecker ....................................275
Transaxle
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................320
Transmission .............................242brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....242
fluid, refill capacities ..............324
lubricant specifications ..........324
Turn signal ..................................85
U
USB port ......................................39
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................327
Vehicle loading ..........................219
Ventilating your vehicle ...........234
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................295
Water, Driving through .............253
Windows
power .........................................96
rear wiper/washer .....................92
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................91
checking and adding fluid .....295
replacing wiper blades ...295–296
Wrecker towing .........................275
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