2016 FORD TRANSIT oil level

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Sustained high-speed driving at Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (maximum
loaded weight for vehicle operation).
• Sustained use of diesel fuel other than
ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD).
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System
Only reset the oil life monitoring system
after changing the engine oil and oil filter.
1. Switch the ignition on. Do not start the
engine. For vehicles with push-button
start, press and hold the start button
for two seconds without pressing the
brake pedal. Do not start the engine.
2. Press the accelerator and brake pedals
at the same time.
3. Keep the accelerator and brake pedals
fully pressed.
4. After three seconds, a message confirming that the reset is in progress
will be displayed.
5. After 25 seconds, a message confirming that the reset is complete
will be displayed.
6. Release the accelerator and brake pedals.
7. The message confirming that the reset
is complete will no longer be displayed.
8. Switch the ignition off. For vehicles with
push-button start, press the start
button to switch the ignition off. ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the Engine Coolant
When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the engine
coolant at the intervals listed in the
scheduled maintenance information. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 363).
Note: Make sure that the level is between
the MIN and MAX marks on the coolant
reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the MAX mark.
Note: If the level is at the MIN mark, below
the MIN mark, or empty, add coolant
immediately. See
Adding Engine Coolant
in this chapter.
The coolant concentration should be
maintained within 48% to 50%, which
equates to a freeze point between -30°F
(-34°C) and -34°F (-37°C).
Note: For best results, coolant
concentration should be tested with a
refractometer, for example Robinair®
Coolant and Battery Refractometer 75240.
We do not recommend the use of
hydrometers or coolant test strips for
measuring coolant concentrations.
Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Do not use engine coolant,
antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside
of its specified function and vehicle location.
Adding Engine Coolant WARNINGS
Do not add engine coolant when the
engine is hot. Steam and scalding
liquids released from a hot cooling
system can burn you badly. Also, spilling
coolant on hot engine parts can burn you.
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Engine
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Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected. Brakes
•
Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle
15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
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CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant
system contains refrigerant R-134a
under high pressure. Opening the air
conditioning refrigerant system can cause
personal injury. Have the air conditioning
refrigerant system serviced only by
qualified personnel. Capacities
Capacity
Item
5.9 qt (5.6 L)
Engine lubrication system - including the oil filter
5.4 qt (5.1 L)
Engine lubrication system - excluding the oil filter
1 qt (0.9 L)
Engine oil top-up - raise the level on the dipstick
from minimum to maximum
16.4 qt (15.5 L)
Engine cooling system, vehicles with an auxiliary
heater 1
14.9 qt (14.1 L)
Engine cooling system, vehicles without an auxiliary
heater 1
13.1 qt (12.4 L)
Automatic transmission 2, 3
2.9 qt (2.72 L)
Rear axle fluid (limited slip) 4
3.0 qt (2.84 L)
Rear axle fluid (conventional)
4.0 fl oz (118 ml)
Rear axle friction modifier
25.1 gal (95 L)
Fuel tank
4.8 qt (4.5 L)
Windshield and rear window washer system -
including headlamp washer
2.62 lb (1.19 kg)
A/C Refrigerant, vehicles with rear heating, ventila-
tion and air conditioning
1.76 lb (0.8 kg)
A/C Refrigerant, vehicles without rear heating,
ventilation and air conditioning
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Specification
Name
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
YN-19
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Canada):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
CYN-16-R
WSH-M1C231-B
A/C refrigerant compressor oil:
Motorcraft PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
YN-12-D
ESA-M1C75-B
Grease:
Premium Long-Life Grease
XG-1-E1
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. Motor oils of the
recommended viscosity grade that meet
API SN requirements and display the API
Certification Mark for gasoline engines are
also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled
with API SN service category unless the
label also displays the API certification
mark. An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC). Note:
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives. They are unnecessary and could
lead to engine damage that is not covered
by Ford ’s warranty.
Ford recommends using DOT 4 Low
Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake
Fluid or equivalent meeting
WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other
than the recommended fluid may cause
degraded brake performance and not meet
the Ford performance standards. Keep
brake fluid clean and dry. Contamination
with dirt, water, petroleum products or
other materials may result in brake system
damage and possible failure.
Use multi-purpose grease for door latches,
hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, trunk latch
and seat tracks.
If you use oil and fluids that do not meet
the defined specification and viscosity
grades this may lead to:
• Component damage which may not be
covered by the vehicle Warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
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Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance. CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS - 3.7L WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant
system contains refrigerant R-134a
under high pressure. Opening the air
conditioning refrigerant system can cause
personal injury. Have the air conditioning
refrigerant system serviced only by
qualified personnel. Capacities
Capacity
Item
6 qt (5.7 L)
Engine lubrication system – including the oil filter
5.5 qt (5.2 L)
Engine lubrication system – excluding the oil filter
1 qt (0.9 L)
Engine oil top-up – raise the level on the dipstick
from minimum to maximum
16.4 qt (15.5 L)
Engine cooling system, vehicles with an auxiliary
heater 1
14.9 qt (14.1 L)
Engine cooling system, vehicles without an auxiliary
heater 1
13.1 qt (12.4 L)
Automatic transmission 2, 3
2.9 qt (2.72 L)
Rear axle fluid (limited slip) 4
3.0 qt (2.84 L)
Rear axle fluid (conventional)
4.0 fl oz (118 ml)
Rear axle friction modifier
25.1 gal (95 L)
Fuel tank
4.8 qt (4.5 L)
Windshield and rear window washer system –
including headlamp washer
2.62 lb (1.19 kg)
A/C Refrigerant, vehicles with rear heating, ventila-
tion and air conditioning
1.76 lb (0.8 kg)
A/C Refrigerant, vehicles without rear heating,
ventilation and air conditioning
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Specification
Name
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
YN-19
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Canada):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
CYN-16-R
WSH-M1C231-B
A/C refrigerant compressor oil:
Motorcraft PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
YN-12-D
ESA-M1C75-B
Grease:
Premium Long-Life Grease
XG-1-E1
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. Motor oils of the
recommended viscosity grade that meet
API SN requirements and display the API
Certification Mark for gasoline engines are
also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled
with API SN service category unless the
label also displays the API certification
mark. An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC). Note:
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives. They are unnecessary and could
lead to engine damage that is not covered
by your Ford warranty.
Ford recommends using DOT 4 Low
Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake
Fluid or equivalent meeting
WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other
than the recommended fluid may cause
degraded brake performance and not meet
the Ford performance standards. Keep
brake fluid clean and dry. Contamination
with dirt, water, petroleum products or
other materials may result in brake system
damage and possible failure.
Use multi-purpose grease for door latches,
hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, trunk latch
and seat tracks.
If you use oil and fluids that do not meet
the defined specification and viscosity
grades this may lead to:
• Component damage which may not be
covered by the vehicle Warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
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Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance. CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS - 3.2L
POWER STROKE DIESEL WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant
system contains refrigerant R-134a
under high pressure. Opening the air
conditioning refrigerant system can cause
personal injury. Have the air conditioning
refrigerant system serviced only by
qualified personnel. Capacities
Capacity
Item
12.0 qt (11.4 L)
Engine lubrication system — including the oil filter
11.6 qt (11 L)
Engine lubrication system — excluding the oil filter
2.6 qt (2.5 L)
Engine oil top-up — raise the level on the dipstick
from minimum to maximum
15.3 qt (14.5 L)
Engine cooling system, vehicles with an auxiliary
heater 1
13.9 qt (13.2 L)
Engine cooling system, vehicles without an auxiliary
heater 1
13.1 qt (12.4 L)
Automatic transmission fluid 2, 3
2.9 qt (2.72 L)
Rear axle fluid (limited slip) 4
3.0 qt (2.84 L)
Rear axle fluid (conventional)
4.0 fl oz (118 ml)
Rear axle friction modifier
25.1 gal (95 L)
Fuel tank
5.5 gal (21 L)
Diesel exhaust fluid
4.8 qt (4.5 L)
Windshield and rear window washer system —
including headlamp washer
2.62 lb (1.19 kg)
A/C Refrigerant, vehicles with rear heating, ventila-
tion and air conditioning
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If you use oil and fluids that do not meet
the defined specification and viscosity
grades this may lead to:
•
Component damage which may not be
covered by the vehicle Warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance.
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