2009 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS automatic transmission fluid

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
6.8L V10 engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Power distribution box
5. Air filter assembly
6. Engine oil dipstick
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Power steering fluid reservoir
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
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Parking brake fluid
Check and, if necessary, fill the
parking brake assembly to the
bottom of the filler plug hole (2)
(located on the driver side of the
transmission). Refer to
Maintenance product
specifications and capacitiesin
this chapter for the proper fluid
type.
Note:Do not fill the parking brake
through the vent plug (1) (located
on top of the transmission).
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the
transmission is not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or
shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating
temperature (approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot
weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about
30 minutes to allow fluid to cool to normal operating temperature 150°F
- 170°F (66°C - 77°C) before checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
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Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the
Maintenance product specifications and capacitiessection in this
chapter.
Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 ml) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by an authorized
dealer.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns
and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
Automatic transmission fluid filter
The Torqshift automatic transmission is equipped with a serviceable
transmission fluid filter located inside the transmission bottom pan.
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor service intervals for
automatic transmission fluid and transmission filter.
For transmission filter maintenance, see your authorized dealer.
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Item Capacity Ford Part NameFord Part
Number / Ford
Specification
Engine coolant30.6 quarts
(29.0L)
1
Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
with bittering
agent
(yellow-colored)
2
VC-7-B /
WSS-M97B51-A1
Cooling system
stop leak pellets—Motorcraft
Cooling System
Stop Leak PelletsVC-6 /
WSS-M99B37-B6
Engine oil6.0 quarts
(5.7L)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
Automatic
transmission
Torqshift 5-speed18.2 quarts
(17.2L)
3
Motorcraft
MERCONLV
AT F
4
XT-10-QLV /
MERCONLV
WSS-M2C938-A
Power steering
fluidKeep in
FULL range
on dipstick
Motorcraft
MERCONVATFXT-5-QM /
MERCONV
Parking brake
assemblyFill to bottom
of fill plug
hole
Rear Axle
Dana 804.0 quarts
(3.9L)
5
Motorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantXY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
and GL-5
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Item Capacity Ford Part NameFord Part
Number / Ford
Specification
Rear Axle
Dana S1107.0 quarts
(6.6L)
6
Motorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantXY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
and GL-5
Rear Axle
Dana S1307.0 quarts
(6.6L)
5
Motorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantXY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
and GL-5
Rear Axle
Dana Spicer
17060S16.0 quarts
(15.1L)Motorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantXY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
and GL-5
Transmission
/steering/parking
brake linkages
and pivots, brake
and clutch pedal
shaft (if
equipped)—Premium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C /
ESA-M1C75-B
Fuel tank75.0 gallons
(284.0L)——
1Capacity is approximate and will vary due to second-stage manufacturer
completion of HVAC system. Fill to the Cold Fill Level on reservoir.
2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with 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 MERCONLV should only use
MERCONLV fluid. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto
determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
5Fill 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14 mm) below bottom of fill hole.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .......................58
Air cleaner filter ...............125–127
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................102
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..........................58–59
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive ...................................63
fluid, adding ............................122
fluid, checking ........................122
fluid, refill capacities ..............128
fluid, specification ..................128
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........128
refill capacities ........................128
B
Battery .......................................100
acid, treating emergencies .....100
jumping a disabled battery ......82
maintenance-free ....................100
replacement, specifications ...127
servicing ..................................100
Brakes ..........................................57
anti-lock ...............................58–59
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .............................59
fluid, checking and
adding ..............................120, 122
fluid, refill capacities ..............128
fluid, specifications .................128
lubricant specifications ..........128
shift interlock ............................61
Bulbs ............................................18C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....128
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ................95
wheels ........................................95
Coolant
checking and adding ..............102
refill capacities ................106, 128
specifications ..........................128
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................20
Customer Assistance ..................67
Ford Extended Service Plan ...91
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .......................92
Getting roadside assistance .....67
Getting the service you need ..88
Ordering additional owner’s
literature ...................................93
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program .....................................90
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................17
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................122
engine oil ...................................97
Driving under special
conditions ....................................66
through water ...........................66
E
Electronic message center .........22
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ............................82
Emission control system ..........115
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Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ............59
Load limits ...................................45
Loading instructions ...................49
Lubricant specifications ...........128
Lug nuts ......................................82
M
Message center ...........................22
english/metric button ...............25
system check button ................25
warning messages .....................26
Motorcraft parts ................108, 127
O
Octane rating ............................111
Oil (see Engine oil) ....................97
P
Parking brake ..............................60
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....127
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) .................................72
Power steering
fluid, checking and adding ....119
fluid, refill capacity ................128
fluid, specifications .................128
R
Relays ....................................69, 76
Roadside assistance ....................67
S
Safety defects, reporting ......93–94Servicing your vehicle ................96
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................127, 131
Special notice ................................5
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................128
Speed control ..............................20
Starting your vehicle ............54–56
jump starting ............................82
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................19
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................19
Tires .......................................28–29
alignment ..................................38
care ............................................34
changing ....................................78
checking the pressure ..............33
inflating .....................................30
replacing ..............................36, 80
rotating ......................................38
safety practices .........................37
sidewall information .................39
snow tires and chains ..............44
spare tire ...................................76
terminology ...............................29
tire grades .................................29
treadwear ............................28, 35
Towing .........................................50
trailer towing ............................50
wrecker ......................................86
Transmission ...............................61
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ......61
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................122
fluid, refill capacities ..............128
lubricant specifications ..........128
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