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POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer toscheduled 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.
5. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
6. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the correct operating range. Be sure to put the
cap back on the reservoir. Refer toMaintenance 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.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmission
fluid dipstick.
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Item CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Power steering fluidFill between the
MIN and MAX
lines on reservoirMotorcraft MERCON
V
AT FXT-5-QM /
MERCON
V
Windshield washer fluid 4.2 quarts (4.0L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
Fuel tank22.5 gallons
(85.2L)——
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only have the API
Certification mark and meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A (4.0L) or
WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L).3Indicates 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
checked by a qualified technician.4Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
V should only use MERCON
V fluid or fluid that
is specified dual usage MERCON
/MERCON
V. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto
determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may
cause transmission damage.5Automatic 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.
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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
System
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
Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission or transaxle
each code represents.
Description Code
Five-speed automatic (5R55S) V
Six-speed automatic (6R60) X
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A
Accessory delay ........................102
AdvanceTrac ..............................256
Air cleaner filter ...............353–354
Air conditioning ..........................80
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................183–184, 192, 194
and child safety seats ............185
description ..............184, 192, 194
disposal ....................................197
driver airbag ............186, 193, 195
indicator light .................192, 197
operation .................186, 193, 195
passenger airbag .....186, 193, 195
side airbag ...............................192
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................333
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................254
Anti-theft system ......................158
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................22, 26, 34
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................263, 266
fluid, adding ............................351
fluid, checking ........................351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
fluid, specification ..................355
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....42
Auxiliary power point .................98
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........355
refill capacities ........................355
B
Battery .......................................331acid, treating emergencies .....331
jumping a disabled battery ....299
maintenance-free ....................331
replacement, specifications ...354
servicing ..................................331
Belt-Minder
.............................178
Booster seats .............................199
Brakes ........................................253
anti-lock ...................................254
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................254
fluid, checking and adding ....351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
fluid, specifications .................355
lubricant specifications ..........355
parking ....................................255
shift interlock ..........................261
C
Calculating load ........................240
Capacities for refilling fluids ....355
Cargo cage .................................139
Cargo management system ......143
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................290
Child safety restraints ..............198
child safety belts ....................198
Child safety seats ......................203
attaching with tether straps ..207
in front seat ............................204
in rear seat ..............................204
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................199
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............315
instrument panel ....................317
interior .....................................318
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plastic parts ............................316
washing ....................................313
waxing .....................................314
wheels ......................................314
wiper blades ............................316
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............80
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................36
AM/FM/CD .................................28
Compass, electronic ..................118
calibration ...............................120
set zone adjustment .......119, 131
Console ......................................100
overhead ....................................97
Controls
power seat ...............................163
steering column ......................109
Coolant
checking and adding ..............333
refill capacities ................337, 355
specifications ..........................355
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................107
Customer Assistance ................280
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................309
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............310
Getting roadside assistance ...280
Getting the service you
need .........................................305
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................311
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................309D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................86
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................351
engine oil .................................326
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................352
Driving under special
conditions ..................269, 274, 277
sand .........................................276
snow and ice ...........................278
through water .................276, 279
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ...........................80
DVD system .................................50
E
Electronic message center ......113,
124
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................299
Emergency Flashers .................281
Emission control system ..........348
Engine ........................................358
cleaning ...................................315
coolant .....................................333
fail-safe cooling .......................338
idle speed control ...................331
lubrication specifications .......355
refill capacities ........................355
service points ..................323–324
starting after a collision .........282
Engine block heater .................252
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Engine oil ..................................326
checking and adding ..............326
dipstick ....................................326
filter, specifications ........329, 354
recommendations ...................329
refill capacities ........................355
specifications ..........................355
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................251
F
Fail safe cooling ........................338
Family entertainment system ....50
Floor mats .................................137
Fluid capacities .........................355
Foglamps .....................................85
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......271
driving off road .......................272
indicator light .........................271
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................260
Fuel ............................................340
calculating fuel economy ......114,
126, 345
cap ...........................................342
capacity ...................................355
choosing the right fuel ...........343
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................347
detergent in fuel .....................344
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................340, 342, 345
filter, specifications ........339, 354
fuel pump shut-off switch .....282
improving fuel economy ........345
octane rating ...................343, 358
quality ......................................344
running out of fuel .................344safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................340
Fuses ..................................283–284
G
Garage door opener ....................98
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............342
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................345
Gauges .........................................19
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................240
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................240
H
Hazard flashers .........................281
Head restraints .........................161
Headlamps ...................................85
aiming ........................................87
bulb specifications ....................90
daytime running lights .............86
flash to pass ..............................86
high beam .................................86
turning on and off ....................85
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................78, 80
Hood ..........................................322
How to get going ........................22
I
Ignition ...............................248, 358
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Illuminated visor mirror .............96
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................203
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................350
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................317
cluster ........................................12
J
Jack ....................................290, 293
positioning .......................290, 294
storage .....................290, 292–293
Jump-starting your vehicle ......299
K
Keyless entry system ...............156
autolock ...........................146, 148
keypad .....................................156
locking and unlocking doors ..157
programming entry code .......156
Keys ...........................................159
positions of the ignition .........248
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ............89–90
daytime running light ...............86
fog lamps ...................................85
headlamps .................................85
interior lamps ...........................89
replacing bulbs .........................93
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........254
Load limits .................................234
Loading instructions .................240Locks
autolock ...........................146, 148
childproof ................................151
doors ........................................146
Lubricant specifications ...........355
Lug nuts ....................................298
Luggage rack .............................144
Lumbar support, seats .....163, 165
M
Message center .................113, 124
english/metric button .....116, 128
system check button ......115, 128
warning messages ...........120, 133
Mirrors ...............................104–105
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................104
fold away .................................106
heated ......................................106
side view mirrors (power) .....105
Moon roof ..................................112
Motorcraft parts ........319, 339, 354
N
Navigation system .......................77
O
Octane rating ............................343
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................326
P
Parking brake ............................255
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....354
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................169
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