Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Fuel tank
Reg. Cab 8’ box /
SuperCab 6.5’ box /
SuperCab 8’ box26.0 gallons
(98.4L) Standard
36.0 gallons
(136.2L) Optional——
1Use 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.2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.3Service refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to 1/4-9/16 inch (6-14 mm) below the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification
EST-M2C118-A, for complete fill of 8.8 inch and 9.75 inch Traction-Lok axles.4Service refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to the bottom of the filler hole with the
vehicle on a level surface.5Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is considered lubricated
for life. These lubricants do not need to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service
is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be
changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water.6Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transfer case to the bottom of the filler hole
with the vehicle on a level surface.7Approximate dry fill capacity including transmission fluid cooling system, actual refill capacities
will vary based on vehicle application and transmission fluid cooling system (i.e. coolers size,
cooling lines, auxiliary cooler capacities). The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should
be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.8Automatic transmissions that require MERCONLV should only use MERCONLV fluid. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid
other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................74
AdvanceTrac ..............................271
Air cleaner filter ...............386, 389
Air conditioning ........41, 44, 46, 49
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................41
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................178–179, 186, 189
and child safety seats ............180
description ..............179, 186, 189
disposal ....................................192
driver airbag ....179, 181, 187, 190
indicator light .........182, 188, 191
operation .........179, 181, 187, 190
passenger
airbag ...............179, 181, 187, 190
side airbag ...............................186
Ambulance packages ....................7
AM/FM .........................................24
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................362
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................269
Anti-theft system ......................140
arming the system ..................141
Armrests ....................................147
Audio system (see Radio) ...22, 24
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................283, 286
fluid, adding ....................383, 385
fluid, checking ................383, 385
fluid, refill capacities ..............390
fluid, specification ..................390
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....32Axle
lubricant specifications ..........390
refill capacities ........................390
B
Battery .......................................360
acid, treating emergencies .....360
jumping a disabled battery ....328
maintenance-free ....................360
replacement, specifications ...389
servicing ..................................360
Belt-Minder.............................173
deactivating/activating the
Belt-Minder...........................176
Booster seats .............................210
Brakes ........................................269
anti-lock ...................................269
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................270
fluid, checking and adding ....382
fluid, refill capacities ..............390
fluid, specifications .................390
lubricant specifications ..........390
parking ....................................270
shift interlock ..................278, 281
trailer .......................................254
Bulbs ............................................59
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....390
Cargo management system ......119
CD ................................................24
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................319
Child safety seats ......................196
attaching with tether straps ..206
in front seat ....................197, 203
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in rear seat ......................197, 203
LATCH .....................................204
recommendations ...................194
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................210
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............345
instrument panel ....................347
interior .....................................348
plastic parts ............................346
safety belts ..............................348
washing ....................................343
waxing .....................................344
wheels ......................................344
wiper blades ............................346
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) .....................41, 44, 46, 49
Clock adjust
AM/FM .......................................25
AM/FM Stereo ...........................23
Compass, electronic ....................68
calibration .................................69
set zone adjustment .................69
Console ........................................68
overhead ....................................73
Controls
power seat ...............................149
steering column ........................83
Coolant
checking and adding ..............362
refill capacities ................366, 390
specifications ..........................390
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................80
Customer Assistance ................309
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................339Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............340
Getting roadside assistance ...309
Getting the service you
need .........................................335
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................341
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................339
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................56
Defrost
rear window and rearview
mirrors ...........................44, 46, 49
windshield .....................44, 46, 49
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................383, 385
engine oil .................................357
Driving under special
conditions ..................289, 300, 303
sand .........................................301
snow and ice ...........................304
through water .................302, 305
E
Electronic message
center ...................................89, 100
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................328
running out of fuel .........328, 374
Emission control system ..........379
Engine ........................................394
cleaning ...................................345
coolant .....................................362
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