2008 FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) 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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Introduction
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The Traction Control™ switch is
located on the instrument panel.
The Traction Control™ system will
automatically turn on every time the
ignition is turned off and on. The
Traction Control™ system should
normally be left on.
If you should become stuck in snow
or ice or on a very slippery road
surface, try switching the Traction
Control™ system off by pressing the
switch on the instrument panel. Switching the Traction Control™ system
off may allow excess wheel spin to “dig” the vehicle out and enable a
successful “rocking” maneuver. When the Traction Control™ system is
off, an indicator light will illuminate and will remain on until the system
is turned back on or the ignition is turned off and on. Remember to
switch the Traction Control™ system back on once the vehicle is no
longer stuck.
If a system fault is detected, the traction control active light will
illuminate, the Traction Control™ button will not turn the system on or
off and your vehicle should be serviced by an authorized dealer.
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 pump fluid level
(below the MIN mark on the reservoir).
•Some noise is normal during operation. If excessive, check for low
power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your
authorized dealer.
•Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power steering
pump fluid level. Check for low power steering pump fluid level before
seeking service by your authorized dealer.
•Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX mark on
the reservoir, as this may result in leaks from 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.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.3L I4 engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
5. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission only)
6. Battery
7. Power distribution box
8. Air filter assembly
9. Coolant bleed valve
10. Power steering fluid reservoir
11. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Transmission Fluid Dipstick (automatic transmission only)
5. Battery
6. Power distribution box
7. Air filter assembly
8. Coolant bleed valve
9. Engine oil dipstick
10. Engine oil filler cap
11. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by 20
minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the service interval
schedules.
•2.3L I4 Engine
•3.0L V6 Engine
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Engine oil 2.3L engine4.5 quarts
(4.25L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
2
XO-5W20-QSP (US)
CXO-5W20-LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A with API
Certification Mark Engine oil 3.0Lengine 6.0 quarts (5.7L)
Lock cylinders —Motorcraft Penetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1/
None
Power steering fluidBetween MIN
and MAX on
reservoirMotorcraft MERCONV
AT FXT-5-QM /
MERCONV
Manual transmission
fluid3.0 quarts
(2.87L)
3
Motorcraft 75W-90 gear
oil (non-synthetic)XY-75W90-Q GL /
WSS-M2C203-A1 and
GL-4
Automatic transmission
fluid 5-Speed7.0 quarts
(6.7L)
4
Motorcraft FNR5
Automatic Transmission
FluidXT-9-QMM5 /
MAZDA M5
Automatic transmission
fluid 6-Speed7.4 quarts
(7.0L)
4
Motorcraft Premium
Automatic Transmission
FluidXT-8-QAW /
WSS-M2C924-A
Rear Differential (AWD)
fluid2.4 pints (1.15L)Motorcraft SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear Axle
LubricantXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A
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in front seat ............................155
in rear seat ..............................155
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................151
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............243
instrument panel ....................245
interior .....................................246
plastic parts ............................244
washing ....................................241
waxing .....................................242
wheels ......................................242
wiper blades ............................245
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......48, 50
Clock ............................................72
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................31
AM/FM/CD .................................23
Clutch
fluid ..........................................279
operation while driving ..........202
recommended shift speeds ....203
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................86
Console ........................................71
overhead ....................................71
Controls
power seat ...............................117
steering column ........................79
Coolant
checking and adding ..............261
refill capacities ................265, 288
specifications ..........................288
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................76
Cupholder(s) .............................121
Customer Assistance ................212Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................237
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................238
Getting roadside assistance ...212
Getting the service you
need .........................................233
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................239
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................237
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................55
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................279, 281
engine oil .................................254
Driving under special
conditions ..................201, 207, 209
sand .........................................208
snow and ice ...........................210
through water .................208, 211
E
Electronic message center .........83
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................227
Emission control system ..........275
Engine ........................................291
cleaning ...................................243
coolant .....................................261
fail-safe cooling .......................266
idle speed control ...................259
lubrication specifications .......288
refill capacities ........................288
service points ..................251–252
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Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................218
Power door locks ........................95
Power mirrors .............................76
Power point .................................72
Power steering ..................196–197
fluid, checking and adding ....278
fluid, refill capacity ................288
fluid, specifications .................288
Power Windows ...........................73
R
Radio ................................17, 21, 29
Relays ........................................215
Remote entry system .......102–103
illuminated entry ............105–106
locking/unlocking doors .........103
opening the trunk ...................104
panic alarm .............................103
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................105
replacing the batteries ...........104
Reverse sensing system ...........204
Roadside assistance ..................212
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........129
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........121, 124, 126–129
Safety Canopy ...........................144
Safety defects, reporting ..239–240
Safety
restraints ...........121, 124, 126–129
Belt-Minder...........................130
extension assembly ................129
for adults .........................126–128for children .....................150–151
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................122
safety belt maintenance .........129
warning light and chime ........130
Safety seats for children ..........154
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................292
Satellite Radio Information ........42
Seats ..........................................114
child safety seats ....................154
front seats ...............114–115, 118
heated ........................................50
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................109
Servicing your vehicle ..............249
Setting the clock
AM/FM/CD .................................23
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................31
Side air curtain .........................147
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................286, 291
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................288
Speed control ..............................76
Starting your
vehicle ........................188–189, 191
jump starting ..........................227
Steering
speed sensitive .......................197
Steering wheel
controls ......................................79
tilting .........................................70
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................70
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