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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Front axle 5.8 pints (2.8L)Motorcraft® SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle LubricantXY-80W-90–QL /
WSP-M2C197–A
Spindle bearing —High Temperature 4X4
Front Axle and Wheel
Bearing GreaseXG-11 /
WSS-M1C267-A1
Rear axle - F-250/350
(10.50 inch axle)
1
6.9 pints (3.3L)Motorcraft® SAE
75W-140 Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantXY-75W140–QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
Rear axle - F-350
(Dana M80)8.5 pints (4.0L)Motorcraft® SAE
75W-90 Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantXY-75W90–QLS /
WSS–M2C918–A
Rear axle - F-450/550
(Dana S110/S130)14.0 pints (6.6L)Motorcraft® SAE
75W-140 Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantXY-75W140–QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
Brake fluidBetween
MIN/MAX on
brake fluid
reservoirMotorcraft® High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1–C / WSS-M6C62-A
or WSS-M6C65-A1
Engine coolant
(6.2L V8 engine)
2
21.3 quarts
(20.2L)Motorcraft® Orange
Antifreeze/Coolant
PredilutedVC-3DIL-B (US) /
CVC-3DIL-B (Canada) /
WSS-M97B44-D2 Engine coolant
(6.8L V10 engine)
2
26.7 quarts
(25.3L)
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Engine and fuel coolant
(diesel engine)Refer to the diesel supplement.
Engine oil (6.2L V8 and
6.8L V10 gasoline
engines)
5,6
7.0 quarts (6.6L)Motorcraft® or
equivalent SAE 5W-20
motor oilWSS-M2C945-A
Engine oil
(diesel engine)Refer to the diesel supplement.
Fuel tank (incomplete
vehicle, steel tank,
middle location)28 gallons (106L) — —
Fuel tank (pickup with
gasoline engine)35 gallons (132L) — —
Fuel tank (incomplete
vehicle, steel tank, aft
axle location)40 gallons (151L) — —
Fuel tank
(diesel engine)Refer to the diesel supplement.
Hinges, latches, striker
plates, fuel filler door
hinge and seat tracks— Multi-Purpose GreaseXG–4 or XL-5 /
ESB-M1C93–B
Lock cylinders —Motorcraft® Penetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1 / None
Transmission / parking
brake linkages and
pivots, brake pedal shift—Motorcraft® Premium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C or XG-1-K /
WSD-M1C227-A
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Power steering fluidKeep fluid level
between MIN and
MAX on reservoirMotorcraft®
MERCON® V ATFXT-5-QM /
MERCON® V
Transfer case fluid 2.0 quarts (1.9L)Motorcraft® Transfer
Case FluidXL-12 / —
Automatic transmission
fluid
(5–speed)
3,4,7
17.5 quarts
(16.6L)
Motorcraft®
MERCON® LV ATFXT-10–QLV /
MERCON® LV
Automatic transmission
fluid
(6-speed)
3,4,8
18.5 quarts
(17.5L)
16.7 quarts
(15.8L)
Windshield washer fluid Fill as requiredMotorcraft® Premium
Windshield Washer
Concentrate (US)
Premium Quality
Windshield Washer Fluid
(Canada)ZC-32–A (US)
CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F)
(Canada) /
WSB-M8B16–A2 /- -
1Add 8 oz. (236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification
EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of limited slip Ford axles. Ford design rear axles contain a
synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water.2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.3Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are
indicated on the dipstick blade or the dipstick handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being
added is of the correct type. Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationto determine the
correct service interval.
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Note:Automatic transmissions that require MERCON® LV should only use MERCON® LV fluid.
Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.4Indicates 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.5Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil must meet or exceed
the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A, SAE 5W-20, and display the API Starburst
Certification Mark.6If the Ford specification is not shown on the oil container, the oil container must display the API
Starburst Certification Mark and the correct viscosity.7Refer toChecking automatic transmission fluidin this chapter for the correct dipstick type.
Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type A.8Refer toChecking automatic transmission fluidin this chapter for the correct dipstick type.
Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type B.
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MOTORCRAFT® PART NUMBERS
Component 6.2L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine
Air filter element FA-1883 FA-1883
Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S
Battery (standard) BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650
Battery (optional) BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750
Spark plugs-platinum
1
Seat filter FS-107
Windshield wiper
bladeWW-2201-PF
1For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to the
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
Note:Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft® or equivalent
replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage
to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
A. World manufacturer identifier
B. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
Devices and their location
C. Make, vehicle line, series, body
type
D. Engine type
E. Check digit
F. Model year
G. Assembly plant
H. Production sequence number.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance Certification
Label be affixed to a vehicle and
prescribe where the Safety
Compliance Certification Label may be
located. The Safety Compliance
Certification Label shall be affixed to
either the door hinge pillar, the door
latch post, or the edge of the door
near the door latch, next to the
driver’s seating position.
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATION
You can find a transmission code on
the Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission each code
represents.
Description Code
Five-speed manual (TR4050) 2
Five-speed automatic (5R110W) T
Six-speed automatic (6R140) (gasoline engines) P
Six-speed automatic (6R140W) (diesel engines) W
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ACCESSORIES
For a complete listing of the accessories that are available for your
vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online store at:
Accessories.Ford.com(U.S. only).
Ford Custom Accessories are available for your vehicle through your
local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Ford Custom Accessories found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessories. The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides
you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12000 miles (20000 kilometers) (whichever occurs first),
or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty.
Exterior style
•Bug shields•Step bars
•Bright metallic exhaust tips•Fog lamps
•Deflectors•Custom graphics*
•Running boards•Stainless steel wheel covers*
•Splash guards•Wheel well liners
Interior style
•Floor mats•Custom seat covers*
•Cargo organizers
Lifestyle
•Ash cup / smoker’s package•Racks and carriers*
•Bedliners and bedmats•Truck bed camping tent*
•Rear seat entertainment*•Sportliner cargo liner*
•Tonneau covers*•Bed extender
•Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories
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