engine coolant FORD EXPEDITION 2007 3.G User Guide

Coolant refill capacity
To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer
toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined inAdding engine coolant
in this section.
Severe climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34° F [–36° C ]):
•It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration
above 50%.
•NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%.
•Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% will
decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the
winter months.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration
above 40%.
•NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.
•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
protection at the temperatures in which you drive.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
What you should know about fail-safe cooling
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load
and terrain.
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How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot)
area.
•The
symbol will illuminate.
•The
indicator light will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:
•The engine will completely shut down.
•Steering and braking effort will increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer to thescheduled maintenance
informationfor the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use MERCON
AT F.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN
and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir.
BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the “MIN” and
“MAX” lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating range the performance of the system
could be compromised; seek service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
MAX
MIN
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item Capacity Ford part numberFord part number /
Ford specification
Brake fluidFill to line on
reservoirMotorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A
Hinges, latches, striker
plates and rotors, seat
tracks, fuel filler door
hinge and spring— Multi-Purpose GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 /
ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders —Motorcraft Penetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1 /
None
Engine coolant (Base
radiator without aux
rear heat)20.6 quarts
(19.5L)
Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)
1
VC-7-B /
WSS-M97B51-A1 Engine coolant
(Heavy-duty trailer tow
radiator without aux
rear heat)21.1 quarts
(20.0L)
Engine coolant (Base
radiator with aux rear
heat)23.2 quarts
(22.0L)
Engine coolant
(Heavy-duty trailer tow
radiator with aux rear
heat)23.8 quarts
(22.5L)
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Item Capacity Ford part numberFord part number /
Ford specification
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 quarts (4.1L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
Fuel tank (Standard)28.0 gallons
(106.0L)——
Fuel tank
(Expedition EL – U.S.
only)33.5 gallons
(126.8L)
Fuel tank
(Expedition Max –
Canada only)33.5 gallons
(126.8L)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler.4Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
SP should only use MERCON
SP fluid. Use of a
dual usage fluid in an automatic transmission requiring MERCON
SP may cause transmission
damage. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval.
Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.5Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent for complete refill of Ford
Limited Slip rear axles.6Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is considered lubricated
for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the axle has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time
the axle has been submerged in water.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................212
Accessory delay ..........................70
AdvanceTrac ..............................215
Air cleaner filter ...............311, 314
Air suspension ...........................220
description ..............................220
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................147–148, 152, 154
and child safety seats ............149
description ..............148, 152, 154
disposal ....................................157
driver airbag ............150, 152, 155
indicator light .................152, 156
operation .................150, 152, 155
passenger airbag .....150, 152, 155
side airbag ...............................152
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................293
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................212–213
Anti-theft system
arming the system ..................115
Armrests ....................................120
Audio system (see Radio) ...22, 28
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................224
fluid, adding ............................311
fluid, checking ........................311
fluid, refill capacities ..............315
fluid, specification ..................315
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................35
Auxiliary power point .................67
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........315refill capacities ........................315
B
Battery .......................................291
acid, treating emergencies .....291
jumping a disabled battery ....259
maintenance-free ....................291
replacement, specifications ...314
servicing ..................................291
BeltMinder
...............................144
Brakes ........................................212
anti-lock ...........................212–213
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................213
fluid, checking and adding ....310
fluid, refill capacities ..............315
fluid, specifications .................315
lubricant specifications ..........315
parking ....................................214
shift interlock ..................222–223
Bulbs ............................................57
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....315
Cargo cover ...............................101
Cargo management system ......101
Cassette tape player ...................22
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................250
Child safety restraints ..............157
child safety belts ....................157
Child safety seats ......................161
in front seat ............................162
in rear seat ......................162, 165
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............278
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instrument panel ....................279
interior .....................................280
interior trim ............................280
plastic parts ............................278
safety belts ..............................280
washing ....................................276
waxing .....................................277
wheels ......................................277
wiper blades ............................279
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................29
AM/FM/CD .................................23
Compass, electronic ....................83
calibration .................................84
set zone adjustment ...........84, 86
Console ........................................67
overhead ..............................66–67
Controls
power seat ...............................121
steering column ........................76
Coolant
checking and adding ..............293
refill capacities ................297, 315
specifications ..........................315
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................74
Customer Assistance ................240
Ford Extended Service Plan...272
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............273
Getting roadside assistance ...240
Getting the service you
need .........................................268
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................274
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................272D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................53
Defrost
rear window ..............................51
Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid...311
engine oil .................................288
Driving under special
conditions ..................227, 234, 237
sand .........................................236
snow and ice ...........................238
through water .................236, 239
DVD system .................................42
E
Electronic message center .........85
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................259
Emission control system ..........307
Engine ........................................318
cleaning ...................................278
coolant .....................................293
fail-safe cooling .......................297
idle speed control ...................291
lubrication specifications .......315
refill capacities ........................315
service points ..........................285
starting after a collision .........242
Engine block heater .................211
Engine oil ..................................288
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................288
checking and adding ..............288
dipstick ....................................288
filter, specifications ........290, 314
recommendations ...................290
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