2019 FORD F-59 oil capacities

Driving Hints
Breaking-In......................................................56
Reduced Engine Performance.................56
Economical Driving......................................56
Driving Through Water.................................57
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................59
Hazard Flashers............................................60
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................60
Transporting the Vehicle............................62
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................64
In California (U.S. Only)..............................65
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).......................66
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).........................67
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada..........................................................67
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature..........................................................................69
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)..........................................................................69
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..........................................................................69
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart.............................71
Changing a Fuse...........................................90
Maintenance
General Information.....................................92
Under Hood Overview - CommercialChassis..........................................................93
Under Hood Overview - MotorhomeChassis..........................................................94
Engine Oil Dipstick........................................95
Engine Oil Check...........................................95
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................96
Engine Coolant Check.................................96
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check..........................................................................101
Brake Fluid Check........................................102
Power Steering Fluid Check....................104
Fuel Filter........................................................105
Changing the 12V Battery.........................105
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................107
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................109
Cleaning the Exterior.................................109
Cleaning the Engine....................................110
Cleaning the Wheels...................................110
Vehicle Storage...............................................111
Wheels and Tires
Tire Care...........................................................113
Using Snow Chains.....................................129
Changing a Road Wheel...........................129
Technical Specifications...........................133
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications................................134
Motorcraft Parts...........................................134
Vehicle Identification Number................136
Vehicle Certification Label........................137
Transmission Code Designation.............137
Capacities and Specifications................138
Ford Protect
Ford Protect...................................................143
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information.......145
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........148
Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance.............................................150
Scheduled Maintenance Record............152
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
MINA
MAXB
ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistentlyand accurately, do the following:
1.Make sure the parking brake is on. Makesure the transmission is in park (P) orneutral (N).
2.Run the engine until it reaches normaloperating temperature.
3.Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
4.Switch the engine off and wait 15minutes for the oil to drain into the oilpan. Checking the engine oil level toosoon after you switch the engine offmay result in an inaccurate reading.
5.Open the hood.
6.Remove the dipstick and wipe it witha clean, lint-free cloth. See UnderHood Overview (page 93).
7.Reinstall the dipstick and remove itagain to check the oil level. See UnderHood Overview (page 93).
8.Make sure that the oil level is betweenthe maximum and minimum marks. Ifthe oil level is at the minimum mark,add oil immediately. See Capacitiesand Specifications (page 138).
9.If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note:Do not remove the dipstick when theengine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between themaximum and minimum marks, the oil levelis acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note:The oil consumption of new enginesreaches its normal level after approximately3,000 mi (5,000 km).
Adding Engine Oil
WARNING: Do not remove thefiller cap when the engine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oiladditives because they are unnecessaryand could lead to engine damage that maynot be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
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Only use oils certified for gasoline enginesby the American Petroleum Institute (API).An oil with this trademark symbolconforms to the current engine andemission system protection standards andfuel economy requirements of theInternational Lubricants SpecificationAdvisory Committee (ILSAC).
To top up the engine oil level do thefollowing:
1.Clean the area surrounding the engineoil filler cap before you remove it.
2.Remove the engine oil filler cap. SeeUnder Hood Overview (page 93).Turn it counterclockwise and removeit.
3.Add engine oil that meets ourspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 138). You mayhave to use a funnel to pour the engineoil into the opening.
4.Recheck the oil level.
5.If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6.Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turnit clockwise until you feel a strongresistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than themaximum mark. Oil levels above themaximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note:Make sure you install the oil filler capcorrectly.
Note:Soak up any spillage with anabsorbent cloth immediately.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Resetting the Oil Life MonitoringSystem
Only reset the oil life monitoring systemafter changing the engine oil and oil filter.
To reset the oil life monitoring system dothe following:
1.Switch the ignition on. Do not start theengine.
2.Fully press the accelerator and brakepedals at the same time.
3.Keep the accelerator and brake pedalsfully pressed.
4.After three seconds, a messagedisplays confirming the reset procedureis in progress.
5.After 25 seconds, a message displaysconfirming the reset procedure iscomplete.
6.Release the accelerator and brakepedals.
7.Switch the ignition off.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
WARNING: Do not remove thecoolant reservoir cap when the engine ison or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10minutes for the cooling system to cooldown. Cover the coolant reservoir capwith a thick cloth to prevent thepossibility of scalding and slowly removethe cap. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not put coolant inthe windshield washer reservoir. Ifsprayed on the windshield, coolant couldmake it difficult to see through thewindshield.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
6.8L EngineEngine
415 in³ (6,800 cm³)Displacement
1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9Firing order
Coil on plugIgnition system
0.039 in (1 mm) - 0.043 in (1.1 mm)Spark plug gap
9.2:1Compression ratio
Drivebelt Routing
Engines with Air Conditioning
Engines without Air Conditioning
MOTORCRAFT PARTS
Motorcraft Part numberComponent
FA-1782Air filter element
BH-31-XTBattery (F-53 stripped chassis and F-59step van ramp prep package)
BH-31-XTBattery (F-59 step van)
FL-820-SOil filter
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Motorcraft Part numberComponent
SP-509Spark plugs
FT-187Transmission fluid filter
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or atfordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford MotorCompany’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts mayimpact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for anydamage related to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performancespecification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace spark plugs at theappropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 145).
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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS
Capacities
WARNING: The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant underhigh pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerantsystem. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
CapacityItem
7.0 qt (6.6 L)Engine oil (with oil filter)
30.6 qt (29 L)Engine coolant
Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoirBrake fluid
4.1 qt (3.9 L)Rear axle lubricant(Dana M80 axle)
8.0 qt (7.6 L)Rear axle lubricant(Dana S110 axle)
7.0 qt (6.6 L)Rear axle lubricant(Dana S130 axle)
16.0 qt (15.1 L)Rear axle lubricant(Dana Spicer 107060S axle)
17.2 qt (16.3 L)1Automatic transmission fluid
Keep in FULL range on dipstickPower steering fluid
Fill as requiredWindshield washer fluid
80 gal (303 L)Fuel tank (Motorhome)
40 gal (151 L)Fuel tank (Commercial chassis)
44 oz (1.25 kg)A/C refrigerant
8.8 fl oz (260.2 ml)A/C refrigerant compressor oil
1 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
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Specifications
Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M2C945-B1Motor oil (U.S.):Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend MotorOilXO-5W20-QSP
WSS-M2C945-B1Motor oil (Canada):Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor OilCXO-5W20-LSP12
WSS-M2C946-B1Optional Motor oil (U.S.):Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend MotorOilXO-5W30-QSP
WSS-M2C946-B1Optional Motor oil (Canada):Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor OilCXO-5W30-LSP12
WSS-M97B44-D2Engine coolant (U.S.):Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/CoolantVC-3DIL-B
WSS-M97B44-D2Engine coolant (Canada):Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/CoolantCVC-3DIL-B
WSS-M6C65-A11Brake fluid (U.S.):Motorcraft® High Performance DOT 3 Motor VehicleBrake FluidPM-1-C
WSS-M6C65-A11Brake fluid (Canada):Motorcraft® High Performance DOT 3 Motor VehicleBrake FluidCPM-1-C
WSS-M6C65-A32Brake fluid:Motorcraft® DOT 5.1 Motor Vehicle Brake FluidPM-21
WSL-M2C192-ARear axle lubricant (U.S.):Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle LubricantXY-75W140-QL
WSL-M2C192-ARear axle lubricant (Canada):
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SpecificationName
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle LubricantCXY-75W140-1L
WSS-M2C938-AAutomatic transmission fluid and power steering fluid(U.S.):MERCON® LVMotorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission FluidXT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C938-AAutomatic transmission fluid and power steering fluid(Canada):MERCON® LVMotorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission FluidCXT-10-LV12
WSS-M14P19-AWindshield washer fluid (U.S.):Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentratewith BitterantZC-32-B2
WSS-M14P19-AWindshield washer fluid (Canada):Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer FluidCXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
WSH-M17B19-AA/C refrigerant (U.S.):Motorcraft® R-134a RefrigerantYN-19
WSH-M17B19-AA/C refrigerant (Canada):R-134a RefrigerantCYN-19-R
WSH-M1C231-BA/C refrigerant compressor oil:Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor OilYN-12-D
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