Customer Assistance 338
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 344
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 344
Cleaning 345
Maintenance and Specifications 355
Engine compartment 357
Engine oil 360
Battery 363
Engine coolant 365
Fuel information 371
Air filter(s) 389
Part numbers 390
Maintenance product specifications and capacities 391
Engine data 395
Accessories 398
Ford Extended Service Plan 400
Index 403
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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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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 MotorcraftSAE
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.Refer toMaintenance product specifications and
capacitieslater in this chapter for more information.
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 Motorcraftreplacement oil filters are designed for
added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used
that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up
engine noises or knock may be experienced.
It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraftoil filter or
another with equivalent performance for your engine application.
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FUEL FILTER
For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the fuel filter.
Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraftpart. The
customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system
if an authorized Motorcraftfuel filter is not used.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
Important safety precautions
WARNING:Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an
overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
WARNING:The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel
filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait
until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise,
fuel may spray out and injure you or others.
WARNING:If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap,
excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system
or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING:Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death
if misused or mishandled.
WARNING:Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a
cancer-causing agent.
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5. Return air filter cover to original
position making sure the four tabs
are engaged and secure the three
clamps. Tighten clamp on air tube
and reconnect sensor.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 engines
Air filter element FA-1883
Fuel filter FG-1083
Oil filter FL-820-S
Battery (standard) BXT-65-650
Battery (optional) BXT-65-750
Spark plugs-platinum
1
Remote automatic transmission filter2, 3
1
For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to the
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraftor
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not
used.
2Also available with 6.4L diesel engine and TorqShifttransmission. Part
number is FT-176.
3Also available with 6.4L diesel engine and TorqShifttransmission. Part
number is FT-175.
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Engine coolant
(6.8L V10 engine)
2
26.7 quarts
(25.3L)Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)VC-7-B /
WSS-M97B51-A1
Engine and fuel coolant
- diesel engineRefer to the6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement
Engine oil (includes
filter change) - 5.4L V8
and 6.8L V10 gas
engines
6
7.0 quarts (6.6L)•Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
•Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Full Synthetic Motor Oil
(US)
•Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
•Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Synthetic Motor Oil
(Canada)•XO-5W20-QSP (US)
•XO-5W20-QFS (US)
•CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)
•CXO-5W-20-LFS12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A and API
Certification Mark
Engine oil (includes
filter change) - diesel
engineRefer to the6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement
Fuel tank - Mid-ship
tank (optional on
Chassis Cab)19.0 gallons
(71.9L)——
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refill capacities ........................391
Event data recording ....................8
Exhaust fumes ..........................267
F
Fail safe cooling ........................369
Family entertainment system ....67
Fluid capacities .........................391
Fog lamps ..................................107
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......284
description ..............................290
driving off road .......................292
electronic shift ................285, 290
indicator light .........................286
lever operated shift ................286
manual locking hubs ..............284
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................273
Fuel ............................................371
calculating fuel
economy ......................26, 34, 376
cap ...........................................373
capacity ...................................391
choosing the right fuel ...........374
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................379
detergent in fuel .....................375
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................371, 373, 376
filter, specifications ........371, 390
fuel pump shut-off switch .....305
improving fuel economy ........376
octane rating ...................375, 395
quality ......................................375
running out of fuel .................375
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................371
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......305
Fuses ..................................306–307G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............373
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................376
Gauges .........................................20
transmission fluid
temperature gauge ...................24
H
Hazard flashers .........................304
Head restraints .................164, 170
Headlamps .................................107
aiming ..............................109, 111
autolamp system .....................107
daytime running lights ...........108
flash to pass ............................108
high beam ...............................108
replacing bulbs ...............115–117
turning on and off ..................107
Heating
heater only system ...................98
heating and air conditioning
system ...............................99, 102
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................139
Hood ..........................................356
I
Ignition ...............................264, 395
Illuminated visor mirror ...........121
Infant seats (see Safety
seats) .........................................199
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................381
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