Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Fuel tank–SuperCab19.5 gallons
(73.8L)——
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 (2.3L and 3.0L).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 set
by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.4Automatic transmissions that require MERCONV should only use MERCONV fluid or fluid that
is specified dual usage MERCON/MERCONV. Refer toscheduled maintenanceto determine
the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause
transmission damage.5Service refill capacity for the manual transmission is determined by filling the transmission to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.6Traction-Lok axles use 4.75-5.0 pints (2.2-2.4L) of rear axle lubricant.7Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6mm to
14mm) below the bottom of the filler hole.8Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification
EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
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ENGINE DATA
Engine 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Cubic inches 138 182 245
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6
Ignition system EDIS EDIS EDIS
Spark plug gap0.049–0.053 inch
(1.25–1.35 mm)0.051–0.057 inch
(1.29–1.45 mm)0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42 mm)
Compression
ratio9.7:1 9.6:1 9.7:1
Engine drivebelt routing
•2.3L I4 Engine without A/C (with A/C similar)
•3.0L V6 Engine without A/C
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electronic shift ........................162
indicator light .........................162
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................155
Fuel ............................................235
calculating fuel economy .......240
cap ...........................................237
capacity ...................................254
choosing the right fuel ...........238
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................243
detergent in fuel .....................238
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................235, 237, 240
filter, specifications ........234, 253
fuel pump shut-off switch .....172
improving fuel economy ........240
octane rating ...................239, 259
quality ......................................239
running out of fuel .................239
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................235
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......172
Fuses ..................................173–174
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............237
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................240
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................172
Headlamps ...................................43
aiming ........................................45
bulb specifications ....................47
daytime running lights .............44
flash to pass ..............................44high beam .................................43
replacing bulbs .........................49
turning on and off ....................43
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................40–41
Hood ..........................................216
I
Ignition ...............................146, 259
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..98
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................245
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................211
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................44
J
Jack ............................................183
positioning .......................183, 189
storage .....................183, 186–187
Jump-starting your vehicle ......192
K
Keys .......................................61, 66
positions of the ignition .........146
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................47
daytime running light ...............44
fog lamps ...................................43
headlamps .................................43
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