automatic transmission FORD FOCUS 2003 1.G User Guide

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the
Lubricant specificationssection in this chapter.
Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transaxle component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 250 mL (1/2 pint) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement
concerns and/or possible
damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
3. Fluid level should be at the
bottom of the opening.
4. Add enough fluid through the
filler opening so that the fluid level
is at the bottom of the opening.
5. Install and tighten the fill plug
securely.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer toLubricant
Specificationsin this chapter.
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes
filter
change)
4
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)2.0L SPI engine 3.78L (4.0 quarts)
2.0L Zetec E
engine4.25L (4.5 quarts)
2.3L engine 4.3L (4.54 quarts)
Fuel tank N/A 2.0L SPI and 2.0L
Zetec E50L (13.2 gallons)
2.3L 53L (14.0 gallons)
Power
steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT FAll Fill to between MIN
and MAX lines on
reservoir
Transaxle
fluid
2Motorcraft Full
Synthetic
Manual
Transmission
Fluid5-speed manual 2.0L (2.1 quarts)3
Motorcraft
MERCON
V
AT FAutomatic 6.6L (6.9 quarts)3
Windshield
washer
fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateSedan 2.5L (2.6 quarts)
Coupe and Wagon 4.0L (4.2 quarts)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine
the correct service interval.
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Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCON
and MERCON
V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON
type
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCON
V type fluid.
MERCON
and MERCON
V type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCON
and MERCON
V. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON
and MERCON
V) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON
may
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
3Approximate dry fill capacity including transmission fluid cooling
system, actual refill capacities will vary based on vehicle application and
transmission fluid cooling system (i.e. coolers size, cooling lines. auxiliary
cooler capacities). The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level
should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
4Use of sythetic or sythetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil
need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C153–H
and the API Certification mark.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ItemFord Part
Name or
EquivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door latch,
hood latch,
auxiliary hood
latch, trunk
latch, seat
tracks.Multi-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A
or
ESB-M1C93–B
Lock cylinder Penetrating and
Lock LubricantXL-1 none
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ItemFord Part
Name or
EquivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Automatic
transaxleMotorcraft
MERCONV
AT FXT-5-QM MERCONV
Manual
transaxleMotorcraft Full
Synthetic
Manual
Transmission
FluidXT-M5-QS WSD-M2C200–C
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)WSS-M2C153-H
and API
Certification
Mark
Constant
velocity jointsCV Joint Grease
(High Temp.)XG-5 WSS-M1C258–A1
Engine coolant Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)VC-7–A WSS-
M97B51-A1
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2
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Index
A
AdvanceTrac ..............................113
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..............................89–90, 93
and child safety seats ..............91
description ..........................90, 93
disposal ......................................95
driver air bag ......................91, 94
indicator light ...........................93
operation .............................91, 94
passenger air bag ...............91, 94
side air bag ................................93
Air cleaner filter .......................196
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................172
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................111
Anti-theft system ........................71
arming the system ....................71
disarming a triggered system ..71
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................189
fluid, checking ........................189
fluid, specification ..................200
Automatic transmission ............115
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................117
fluid, refill capacities ..............196
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........198
refill capacities ........................196
B
Battery .......................................170
acid, treating emergencies .....170
jumping a disabled battery ....138
maintenance-free ....................170replacement, specifications ...196
servicing ..................................170
BeltMinder ...................................84
Brakes ........................................111
anti-lock ...................................111
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................111
fluid, checking and adding ....188
fluid, refill capacities ..............196
fluid, specifications .........198, 200
lubricant specifications ..198, 200
parking ....................................112
shift interlock ..........................115
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....196
Cargo cover .................................60
Cell phone use ............................58
Certification Label ....................203
Child safety restraints ................96
child safety belts ......................96
Child safety seats ........................99
attaching with tether straps ..103
in front seat ............................101
in rear seat ..............................101
LATCH .....................................105
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............155
instrument panel ....................158
interior .....................................159
plastic parts ............................158
washing ....................................154
waxing .....................................154
wheels ......................................155
wiper blades ............................158
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......35–36
Index
208

Clutch
fluid ..................................188–189
operation while driving ..........119
Coolant
checking and adding ..............172
refill capacities ................175, 196
specifications ..................198, 200
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................53
Customer Assistance ................125
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................160
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................147
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................151
Getting roadside assistance ...125
Getting the service you need 145
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................152
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................147
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................150
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................38
Defrost
rear window ..............................37
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................189
engine oil .................................166
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........198
Driving under special
conditions ..................................118through water .........................120
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................138
Emission control system ..........185
Engine ........................................200
cleaning ...................................155
coolant .....................................172
fail-safe coolant ......................176
idle speed control ...................170
lubrication specifications ......198,
200
refill capacities ........................196
service points ..................163–165
starting after a collision .........126
Engine block heater .................110
Engine fan .........................161, 163
Engine oil ..................................166
checking and adding ..............166
dipstick ....................................166
filter, specifications ........169, 196
recommendations ...................169
refill capacities ........................196
specifications ..................198, 200
Exhaust fumes ..........................110
F
Fail safe cooling ........................176
Fan, Engine Cooling .........161, 163
Floor mats ...................................59
Fluid capacities .........................196
Foglamps .....................................38
Fuel ............................................178
calculating fuel economy .......182
cap ...........................................180
Index
209

Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................198, 200
Speed control ..............................53
Starting your vehicle .......107–108,
110
jump starting ..........................138
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................51
Sunroof (moonroof) ...................56
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .................35
Tilt steering wheel ......................51
Tires ...................................192–193
changing ..........................135–136
checking the pressure ............193
replacing ..................................194
rotating ....................................193
snow tires and chains ............195
tire grades ...............................193
treadwear ................................192
Towing .......................................122
recreational towing .................124
trailer towing ..........................122
wrecker ....................................144
Traction control ........................112
Transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........200
Transmission
automatic operation ...............115fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................189
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................191
fluid, refill capacities ..............196
lubricant specifications ..........198
manual operation ....................119
Trunk ...........................................63
remote release ..........................66
Turn signal ..................................41
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................200
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................204
Vehicle loading ..........................120
Ventilating your vehicle ...........111
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................166
Water, Driving through .............120
Windows
power .........................................52
rear wiper/washer .....................50
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....166
liftgate reservoir .....................166
operation ...................................50
replacing wiper blades .............51
Wrecker towing .........................144
Index
212