SUSPENSION SYSTEM
INSPECTION
Note:
Do not adjust air suspension height
to any setting other than the specified
setting. Altering the height setting changes
the driveline angle and may result in
unwarrantable component damage, such
as transmission component damage.
Verify drive axle air suspension height and
height control valve performance at engine
oil change intervals.
Periodically check:
• Condition of spring leaves for evidence
of fatigue, bending or breakage.
• Condition of suspension mounting
brackets and bushings.
• Torque rod mounting fasteners for
tightness.
• For proper suspension alignment.
Maintain proper alignment at all times.
• U-bolts. After the chassis has been
operating under load for 1,000 mi
(1,600 km) or six months (whichever
comes first), the U-bolt nuts must be
re-torqued. Re-torque the U-bolt nuts
every
37,000 mi (60,000 km)
thereafter. Clean and lubricate the
U-bolt and nut threads and seats to
make sure a like new condition when
re-torqueing. See
Spring U-Bolt
Check (page 228).
FRAME AND TOW HOOK
INSPECTION
Your vehicle's chassis is manufactured
with frame rails of either HSLA steel or
heat-treated steel. Handle each in a
specific manner to make sure maximum
service life. Consult the service manual or
an authorized dealer before attempting
frame repair or modification. It is important, particularly on vehicles that
use tow hooks frequently, to inspect the
front and rear tow hooks for damage or a
loose mounting.
REAR AXLE FLUID CHECK
Your rear axle may have an optional
synthetic lubricant that allows the use of
extended service intervals. A tag on the
filler plug identifies the use of the synthetic
lubricant.
Only use a lubricant that meets
manufacturer specifications. Only use a
lubricant that meets manufacturer
specifications. Use of a non-approved rear
axle lubricant may cause internal axle
component damage. See Capacities and
Specifications
(page 261).
Checking the Fluid Level
1. Park your vehicle on level ground.
2. Set the parking brake and shift into position neutral (N) or park (P). Turn
the engine off.
3. Clean any dirt from around the axle filler plug.
4. Remove the filler plug and inspect the lubricant level. It should be at the
bottom of the filler plug opening.
5. Add lubricant, if necessary, through the
filler plug opening.
6. Clean and install the filler plug securely.
Changing the Fluid
Note: Drain the rear axle while the lubricant
is warm.
1. Park your vehicle on level ground.
2. Set the parking brake and shift into position neutral (N) or park (P). Turn
the engine off.
3. Clean any dirt from around the axle filler and drain plugs.
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Capacity
Item
61 gal (230.9 L)3
Fuel tank (Large)
(Usable capacity)
65 gal (246 L)
(Liquid capacity)
Between MIN and MAX on brake fluid reservoir
Brake Fluid
16.3 qt (15.4 L)4
Automatic Transmission Fluid
6–7 fl oz (177 –207 ml)
Front axle wheel bearing oil (8500 lb axle)
12–13 fl oz (355– 385 ml)
Front axle wheel bearing oil (all except
8500 lb axle)
19 pt (9.0 L)4
Rear axle (S-140)(13.5k, 17.5k, 19k single
speed)
37 pt (17.5 L)4
Rear axle (S-170)(23k single speed)
37 pt (17.5 L)4
Rear axle (S-190)(26k single speed)
28 pt (13.2 L)4
Rear axle (21060S)(21k single speed)
35 pt (16.6 L)4
Rear axle (21065T/P)(21k two speed)
5.2 qt (4.9 L)5
Power Steering (air brake equipped)
6.1 qt (5.8 L)5
Power Steering (hydraulic brake equipped)
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid
26.5 oz (0.75 kg)
A/C refrigerant
3.5 fl oz (103 ml)
A/C refrigerant compressor oil
1 Use the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. Using any other coolant could
result in vehicle damage.
2 Per addition if required.
3 Do NOT fill above the 95% liquid capacity.
4 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount could vary during fluid changes.
5 Capacities could be higher if the vehicle has a cooler. Always check to make sure the
fluid level is in the acceptable range.
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Specification
Name
-
Anti-Gel & Performance Improver (U.S.):
Motorcraft® Anti-Gel & Performance Improver
PM-23-A
-
Anti-Gel & Performance Improver (Canada):
Motorcraft® Anti-Gel & Performance Improver
PM-23-B
WSS-M6C65-A3
Brake fluid:
Motorcraft® DOT 5.1 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
PM-21
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (Canada):
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
CXT-10-QLVC
WSL-M2C192-A
Front axle (wheel bearing oil):
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-75W140-QL
WSP-M2C197-A
Recommended Rear axle fluid (U.S.): (S-140)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-80W90-QL
WSP-M2C197-A
Recommended Rear axle fluid (Canada): (S-140)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-80W90-1L
WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (U.S.): (S-140)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-75W140-QL
WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (Canada): (S-140)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-75W140-1L
WSP-M2C197-A
Recommended Rear axle fluid (U.S.): (S-170)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-80W90-QL
WSP-M2C197-A
Recommended Rear axle fluid (U.S.): (S-170)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-80W90-1L
WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (U.S.): (S-170)
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Specification
Name
XY-75W140-QL WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (Canada): (21065T/P)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-75W140-1L
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (Canada):
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
CXT-10-QLVC
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate
with Bitterant
ZC-32-B2
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (Canada):
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
WSS-M2C938-A
Power steering fluid:
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV
XT-10-QLVC
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (U.S.):
Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant
YN-19
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Canada):
R-134a Refrigerant
CYN-19-R
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Mexico):
Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant
MYN-19
WSH-M1C231-B
A/C refrigerant compressor oil:
Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
YN-12-D
ESB-M1C93-B
Multi-purpose grease:
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
XL-5-A
-
Lock cylinders (U.S.):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
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Specification
Name
XL-1 -
Lock cylinders (Canada):
Penetrating Fluid
CXC-51-A
-
Lock cylinders (Mexico):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
MXL-1
WSD-M1C227-A
Transmission, parking brake linkages and pivots, brake
pedal shift:
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease
XG-1-E1
1 See the SAE viscosities grades chart for correct temperature usage.
If you use oil and fluids that do not meet
the defined specification and viscosity
grade, this could lead to:
• Component damage that your vehicle
warranty does not cover.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Reduced brake performance.
Note: We recommend an engine block
heater at temperatures below – 10°F
(– 23°C).
Engine Oil Specifications
The use of correct oil viscosities for diesel
engines is important for satisfactory
operation. Determine which oil viscosity
best suits the temperature range you
expect to encounter for the next service
interval from the following SAE viscosity
grade chart.
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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 6.8L
Capacities
WARNING: The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under
high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant
system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury. Capacity
Item
7.0 qt (6.6 L)
Engine oil (with oil filter)
28.8 qt (27.3 L)1
Engine coolant
58 gal (219.5 L)2
Fuel tank (Limited Series)
(Usable capacity)
62 gal (234.6 L)
(Liquid capacity)
47 gal (177.9 L) 2
Fuel tank (Small)
(Usable capacity)
50 gal (189.2 L)
(Liquid capacity)
59 gal (223.3 L) 2
Fuel tank (Large)
(Usable capacity)
63 gal (238.4 L)
(Liquid capacity)
Between MIN and MAX on brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid
17.4 qt (16.5 L)3
Automatic transmission fluid
6–7 fl oz (177 –207 ml)
Front axle wheel bearing oil (8500 lb axle)
12–13 fl oz (355– 385 ml)
Front axle wheel bearing oil (all except
8500 lb axle)
19 pt (9.0 L)4
Rear axle (S-140)(13.5k, 17.5k, 19k single
speed)
37 pt (17.5 L)4
Rear axle (S-170)(23k single speed)
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Specification
Name
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
VC-13DL-G WSS-M97B57-A2
Engine coolant (Canada):
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
CVC-13DL-G
WSS-M6C65-A3
Brake fluid:
Motorcraft® DOT 5.1 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
PM-21
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (Canada):
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
CXT-10-QLVC
WSL-M2C192-A
Front axle (wheel bearing oil):
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-75W140-QL
WSP-M2C197-A1
Recommended Rear axle fluid (U.S. and Mexico): (S-
140)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-80W90-QL
WSP-M2C197-A1
Recommended Rear axle fluid (Canada): (S-140)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-80W90-1L
WSL-M2C192-A1
Optional Rear axle fluid (U.S. and Mexico): (S-140)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-75W140-QL
WSL-M2C192-A1
Optional Rear axle fluid (Canada): (S-140)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-75W140-1L
WSP-M2C197-A
Recommended Rear axle fluid (U.S. and Mexico): (S-170)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-80W90-QL
WSP-M2C197-A
Recommended Rear axle fluid (Canada): (S-170)
Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-80W90-1L
WSL-M2C192-A
Optional Rear axle fluid (U.S. and Mexico): (S-170)
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Specification
Name
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (Canada):
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (U.S.):
Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant
YN-19
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Canada):
R-134a Refrigerant
CYN-19-R
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Mexico):
Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant
MYN-19
WSH-M1C231-B
A/C refrigerant compressor oil:
Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
YN-12-D
ESB-M1C93-B
Multi-purpose grease:
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
XL-5-A
-
Lock cylinders (U.S.):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
XL-1
-
Lock cylinders (Canada):
Penetrating Fluid
CXC-51-A
-
Lock cylinders (Mexico):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
MXL-1
WSD-M1C227-A
Transmission, parking brake linkages and pivots, brake
pedal shift:
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease
XG-1-E1
1 Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant is standard for (Limited Series)
vehicles.
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