2009 FORD E SERIES oil dipstick

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Engine compartment component locations
Refer to the6.0 and 6.4 Liter 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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5. Locate and carefully remove the
engine oil level dipstick.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.
•If the oil level isbetween the lower and upper holes or between
the MIN and MAX marks (depending on application),the oil
level is acceptable.DO NOT ADD OIL.
•If the oil level is below the lower
hole or the MIN mark, add
enough oil to raise the level
within the lower and upper holes
or within the MIN-MAX range.
•Oil levels above the upper hole or the MAX mark may cause engine
damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized
dealer.
7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified
engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
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3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick.
4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
1/4 of a turn until three clicks are heard or until the cap is fully seated.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms
to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification
WSS-M2C930-A.SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and
durability performance meeting all requirements for your
vehicle’s engine.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that
is not covered by Ford warranty.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule
listed in thescheduled maintenance information.
Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for
added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Engine oil 6.0 quarts (5.7L)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-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
MERCONVATFXT-5-QM /
MERCONV
Automatic
transmission fluid
(4R75E)13.9 quarts
(13.1L)
3
Motorcraft
MERCONLV AT F
4
XT-10-QLV /
MERCONLV
Automatic
transmission fluid
TorqShift
(5–speed)18.8 quarts
(17.7L)
3
Motorcraft
MERCONLV AT F
4
XT-10-QLV /
MERCONLV
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
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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)40.0 gallons
(151.0L)
Fuel tank–158 inch
wheelbase (except
E-Super Duty)40.0 gallons
(151.0L)
8
Fuel tank–176 inch
wheelbase (except
E-Super Duty)40.0 gallons
(151.0L)
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.
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instrument panel ....................262
interior .....................................262
plastic parts ............................261
safety belts ..............................262
washing ....................................258
waxing .....................................259
wheels ......................................259
wiper blades ............................261
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......42–44
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................28
AM/FM Stereo ...........................21
AM/FM/CD .................................23
Compass, electronic ....................60
calibration .................................61
set zone adjustment .................60
Console
overhead ..............................58–59
Controls
power seat .................................92
Coolant
checking and adding ..............275
refill capacities ................279, 303
specifications ..........................303
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................66
Customer Assistance ................221
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................255
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................255
Getting roadside assistance ...221
Getting the service you
need .........................................250
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................256
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................254D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................45
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................296
engine oil .................................269
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................296
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................220
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Electronic message center .........69
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................242
Emergency Flashers .................222
Emission control system ..........291
Engine ........................................310
cleaning ...................................260
coolant .....................................275
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe cooling .......................280
idle speed control ...................272
lubrication specifications .......303
refill capacities ........................303
service points ..........................267
starting after a collision .........223
Engine block heater .................193
Engine oil ..................................269
checking and adding ..............269
dipstick ....................................269
filter, specifications ........271, 302
recommendations ...................271
refill capacities ........................303
specifications ..........................303
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