Opening and Closing the Hood..............207
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L..................209
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L....................210
Under Hood Overview - 3.2L Power
Stroke Diesel................................................211
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L...........................212
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L............................212
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel.............................................................212
Engine Oil Check...........................................212
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter...............................................................213
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................214
Engine Coolant Check
................................214
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................217
Brake Fluid Check.........................................218
Power Steering Fluid Check......................218
Washer Fluid Check
.....................................218
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap........218
Fuel Filter - Gasoline
..................................220
Changing the 12V Battery
..........................221
Checking the Wiper Blades......................223
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................223
Adjusting the Headlamps
.........................223
Removing a Headlamp
..............................225
Changing a Bulb...........................................225
Bulb Specification Chart
..........................230
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................232
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products
.......................................234
Cleaning the Exterior..................................234
Waxing.............................................................235
Cleaning the Engine....................................235
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades..........................................................236
Cleaning the Interior...................................236
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................237
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............237 Cleaning the Alloy Wheels
........................237
Vehicle Storage
............................................238
Wheels and Tires
General Information
....................................241
Tire Care
..........................................................242
Using Winter Tires.......................................259
Using Snow Chains.....................................259
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........260
Changing a Road Wheel...........................264
Technical Specifications............................272
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications - 3.5L....................274
Engine Specifications - 3.7L
.....................274
Engine Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel..............................................275
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L..............................276
Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L
................................277
Motorcraft Parts - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel............................................................278
Vehicle Identification Number................279
Vehicle Certification Label.......................280
Transmission Code Designation............280
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L.....281
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L.....285
Capacities and Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel...............................289
Audio System
General Information
...................................294
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM......295
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/ FM/CD.........................................................298
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC...........................................................300
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Satellite Radio............................302
Digital Radio
..................................................303
Satellite Radio
..............................................306
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.5L
Minimum
A
Maximum
B
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.7L Minimum
A
Maximum
B ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.2L
POWER STROKE DIESEL Minimum
A
Maximum
B
ENGINE OIL CHECK
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
2. Switch off the engine and wait 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan.
3. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint free cloth. Replace the
dipstick and remove it again to check
the oil level.
If the oil level is at the minimum mark, add
oil immediately. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 274).
Note: Check the oil level before starting the
engine.
Note: Make sure that the oil level is
between the minimum and the maximum
marks.
Note: Do not use oil additives or other
engine treatments. Under certain conditions,
they could damage the engine.
Note: The oil consumption of new engines
reaches its normal level after approximately
3,000 mi (5,000 km)
.
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Adding Engine Oil
WARNINGS
Only add oil when the engine is cold.
If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutes
for the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.
1. Remove the engine oil filler cap.
2. Add engine oil that meets Ford
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 274).
3. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn it until you feel a strong resistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note: Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL
AND OIL FILTER WARNINGS
Prolonged and repeated skin contact
with mineral oil will result in the
removal of natural fats from the skin,
leading to dryness, irritation and dermatitis.
In addition, used engine oil contains
potentially harmful contaminants, which
may cause skin cancer. If skin contact
occurs, wash the area thoroughly with
soap or skin cleanser and water
immediately. Do not dispose of engine oils or oil
filters in the household refuse or the
public sewage system. Use an
authorized waste disposal facility. Do not remove the oil pan drain plug
when the engine is running. WARNINGS
Do not remove the oil filter when the
engine is running.
1.
Remove the oil pan drain plug and wait
for the oil to drain into a suitable
container.
2. Renew the oil filter.
3. Reinstall the oil pan drain plug.
4. Refill the engine with new oil that meets Ford specifications. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
274).
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note: Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
5. Reset the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor. See
Oil Change Indicator Reset
(page 214).
Engine Lubrication for Severe
Service Operation
The following conditions define severe
service operation. The Intelligent Oil Life
Monitor will determine engine oil and oil
filter change intervals.
• Frequent or extended idling.
• Frequent low-speed operation at
25 mph (40 km/h)
or less.
• Frequent severe dust condition
operation.
• Frequent off-road operation.
• Sustained ambient temperatures of
-9°F (-23°C)
or below.
• Sustained ambient temperatures of
100°F (38°C)
or above.
• Sustained towing operation above
1,000 mi (1,600 km)
.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L
3.5L V6 Ecoboost
Engine
214
Cubic inches
Minimum 87 octane
Required fuel
1-4-2-5-3-6
Firing order
Coil on plug
Ignition system
.030-.033 in. (.75-.85 mm)
Spark plug gap
10.0:1
Compression ratio
Drivebelt Routing
3.5L V6 Ecoboost Engines with A/C ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.7L
3.7 V6
Engine
226
Cubic inches
Minimum 87 octane or E85
Required fuel
1-4-2-5-3-6
Firing order
Coil on plug
Ignition system
.049-.053 in. (1.25-1.35 mm)
Spark plug gap
10.5:1
Compression ratio
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.5L
3.5L V6 Ecoboost
Part number
Component
FA-1916
Air filter element
Service required
Automatic transmission fluid filter
BXT-48H6-610
Battery
FL-500S
Oil filter
SP534
Spark plugs
WW-2955 - driver side
Windshield wiper blades - vehicles with low
roof WW-2112 - passenger side
WW-2901 - driver side
Windshield wiper blades - vehicles with
medium or high roof WW-2049 - passenger side
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at
fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor
Company ’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may
impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any
damage related to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance
specification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the
appropriate intervals. See Normal Scheduled Maintenance (page 366).
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.7L
3.7L Duratec
Part number
Component
FA-1916
Air filter element
Service required
Automatic transmission fluid filter
BXT-48H6-610
Battery
FL-500S
Oil filter
SP520
Spark plugs
WW-2955 - driver side
Windshield wiper blades - vehicles with low
roof WW-2112 - passenger side
WW-2901 - driver side
Windshield wiper blades - vehicles with
medium or high roof WW-2049 - passenger side
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at
fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor
Company ’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may
impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any
damage related to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance
specification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the
appropriate intervals. See Normal Scheduled Maintenance (page 366).
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.2L POWER STROKE DIESEL
3.2L Power Stroke Diesel
Part number
Component
FA-1921
Diesel Foam Pre air filter
FA-1916
Air filter element
Service required
Automatic transmission fluid filter
BAGM-48H6-760 - dual batteries
Battery
FL-500S
Oil filter
FG-1140
Fuel filter
WW-2955 - driver side
Windshield wiper blades - vehicles with low
roof WW-2112 - passenger side
WW-2901 - driver side
Windshield wiper blades - vehicles with
medium or high roof WW-2049 - passenger side
Note: Motorcraft replacement parts are recommended for scheduled maintenance and
are available at an authorized dealer or at fordparts.com. These parts meet or exceed Ford
Motor Company ’s specifications, and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may
impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your vehicle Warranty may be void
for any damage related to use of other parts.
Note: Should a Motorcraft oil filter not be available, use an oil filter that meets industry
performance specification SAE/USCAR-36.
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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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