cooling FORD EXPEDITION 2010 3.G User Guide

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. In very cold weather, do
not fill the reservoir completely.
Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2.
Do not use any special washer fluid
such as windshield water repellent
type fluid or bug wash. They may
cause squeaking, chatter noise,
streaking and smearing. Refer to the
Maintenance product
specifications and capacitiessection in this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
WARNING:If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below
40°F (5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure
to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could
result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or
accident.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate
Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the
windshield.
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When the engine is cold, check the
level of the engine coolant in the
reservoir.
•The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level or within the
COLD FILL RANGE as listed on the engine coolant reservoir
(depending upon application).
•Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor service interval
schedules.
•Be sure to read and understandPrecautions when servicing your
vehiclein this chapter.
If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,
the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir is
low or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer toAdding
engine coolantin this chapter.
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
When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant
and distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir,when the
engine is cool,until the appropriate fill level is obtained.
WARNING: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, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts.
WARNING:Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer
fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant
could make it difficult to see through the windshield.
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•Do not mix coolants. Add the coolant type originally equipped
in your vehicle.Refer toMaintenance product specifications and
capacitiesin this chapter.
Note:Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants/additives
as they can cause damage to the engine cooling and/or heating systems.
This damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty.
•A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in case
of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the
cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture of
engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone
(without engine coolant) can cause engine damage from corrosion,
overheating or freezing.
•Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolants
mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant).Alcohol
and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or
freezing.
•Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant.These
can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine
coolant.
For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap
on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery
reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and
water to the FULL COLD level. For all other vehicles which have a
coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to
remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with
an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the
engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.
The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by
following these steps:
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
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4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, to
within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir.
If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the radiator
until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer
toChecking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to –34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.
Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low
level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine
damage.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate
manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling
and disposing of automotive fluids.
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%.
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•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.
How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot)
area.
•The engine coolant temperature
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.
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Brake fluidBetween MIN
and MAX on
reservoirMotorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A or
WSS-M6C65-A1
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)16.4 quarts
(15.5L)
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)16.9 quarts
(16.0L)
Engine coolant (Base
radiator with aux rear heat)19.0 quarts
(18.0L)
Engine coolant (Heavy-duty
trailer tow radiator with aux
rear heat)19.5 quarts
(18.5L)
Cooling system stop leak
pellets—Motorcraft Cooling
System Stop Leak
PelletsVC-6 /
WSS-M99B37-B6
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LATCH .....................................235
recommendations ...................229
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................242
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............361
instrument panel ....................363
interior .....................................364
plastic parts ............................361
washing ....................................359
waxing .....................................360
wheels ......................................360
wiper blades ............................362
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................53
AM/FM/CD .................................45
Compass, electronic ....................23
calibration .................................23
set zone adjustment ...........23, 35
Console ......................................130
overhead ..........................129–130
Controls
power seat ...............................188
steering column ......................141
Coolant
checking and adding ..............378
refill capacities ................381, 402
specifications ..........................402
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................138
Customer Assistance ................324
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................411
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................356
Getting roadside assistance ...324
Getting the service you
need .........................................352Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................357
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................356
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ..............................115
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................398
engine oil .................................373
Driving under special
conditions ..................307, 317, 320
sand .........................................318
snow and ice ...........................321
through water .................319, 323
DVD system .................................70
E
Electronic message center ...20, 28
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................345
running out of fuel .........344, 389
Emission control system ..........394
Engine ................................405–406
cleaning ...................................361
coolant .....................................378
fail-safe cooling .......................382
idle speed control ...................376
lubrication specifications .......402
refill capacities ........................402
service points ..........................370
starting after a collision .........326
Engine block heater .................288
Engine oil ..................................373
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change oil soon warning,
message center .......................373
checking and adding ..............373
dipstick ....................................373
filter, specifications ........375, 401
recommendations ...................375
refill capacities ........................402
specifications ..........................402
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................288
F
Fail safe cooling ........................382
Family entertainment system ....70
Fleet MyKey programming ......177
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....384
Fluid capacities .........................402
Fog lamps ..................................115
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......312
control trac .............................313
description ..............................313
driving off road .......................315
indicator light .........................313
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................300
Fuel ............................................384
calculating fuel
economy ......................23, 31, 391
cap ...........................................386
capacity ...................................402
choosing the right fuel ...........388
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................394
detergent in fuel .....................389
filler funnel .............................389
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................384, 386, 391
filter, specifications ........383, 401fuel pump shut-off switch .....326
improving fuel economy ........391
octane rating ...........388, 405–406
quality ......................................389
running out of fuel .........344, 389
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................384
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .................................384, 388
Fuses ..................................327–328
G
Garage door opener ..................144
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............386
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................391
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................325
Headlamps .................................114
aiming ......................................116
autolamp system .....................114
bulb specifications ..................120
daytime running lights ...........115
flash to pass ............................115
high beam ...............................115
replacing bulbs .......................122
turning on and off ..................114
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .............................103–104
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................145
Hood ..........................................369
How to get going ........................39
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Ignition .......................284, 405–406
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