oil dipstick FORD E-350 2006 Owners Manual

1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Air filter assembly
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Battery
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
Lubricant specificationssection in
this chapter.
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1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the
engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it
again.
•If the oil level iswithin this
range,the oil level is acceptable.
DO NOT ADD OIL.
•If the oil level isbelow this
mark,engineoil must be added
to raise the level within the
normal operating range.
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•If required, add engine oil to the
engine. Refer toAdding engine
oilin this chapter.
•Do not overfill the engine
with oil. Oil levels above this
mark may cause engine
damage.If the engine is
overfilled, some oil must be
removed from the engine by an
authorized dealer.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified
engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
1/4 of a turn until three clicks are heard or until the cap is fully seated.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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REFILL CAPACITIES
FluidFord Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake Fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine
oil-gasoline
engine (includes
filter change)
8
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)All 6.0 quarts
(5.7L)
Engine oil-diesel
engine (includes
filter change)Refer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.
Engine
coolant-gasoline
engine
1
Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)4.6L V8 engine 23.8 quarts
(22.6L)
4.6L V8 engine
with aux rear heat26.0 quarts
(24.6L)
5.4L V8 engine 28.8 quarts
(27.2L)
5.4L V8 engine
with aux rear heat30.8 quarts
(29.1L)
6.8L V10 engine 30.4 quarts
(28.8L)
6.8L V10 engine
with aux rear heat32.6 quarts
(30.8L)
Engine
coolant-diesel
engine
1
Refer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT FAll Keep in FULL
range on
dipstick
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4Visteon Traction-Lok axles require 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction
Modifier XL-3 or equivalent. Dana limited-slip axles (E250/E350) require
8 oz. (237 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting
Ford specification EST-M2C118-A.
5Optional fuel tank 55 gallons (208 L).
6Ensure 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 yourscheduled maintenance informationto
determine the correct service interval.
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
, MERCON
V and MERCON
SP are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON
, MERCON
V and
MERCON
SP. Use of dual usage fluids in an automatic
transmission application requiring MERCON
SP may cause
transmission damage. Use of a transmission fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
7Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size, if equipped with an in-tank cooler, if equipped an
oil to air cooler and if equipped with a remote filter assembly. The
amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the
indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
8Use 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.
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1Ensure 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 yourscheduled maintenance informationto
determine the correct service interval.
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.
2Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent for
complete refill of Visteon Traction-Lok rear axles.
3Add 8 oz. (237 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Dana
Limited Slip rear axles (E-250/350).
ENGINE DATA
Engine*4.6L V8
engine5.4L V8
engine6.8L V10 engine
Cubic inches 281 330 415
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug
Spark plug gap0.052–0.056
inch
(1.32–1.42mm)0.052–0.056
inch
(1.32–1.42mm)0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42mm)
Compression
ratio9.4:1 9.0:1 9.0:1
*Refer to thePower Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s
Guide Supplementfor diesel engine information.
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wiper blades ............................197
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) .................................31–33
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .......................22, 27
AM/FM .......................................20
Compass, electronic ....................46
calibration .................................47
set zone adjustment .................46
Console
overhead ....................................45
Controls
power seat .................................60
Coolant
checking and adding ..............209
refill capacities ................213, 232
specifications ..................236, 239
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................50
Customer Assistance ................160
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................191
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................192
Getting roadside assistance ...160
Getting the service you
need .........................................187
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................193
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................191
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................35Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid .227
engine oil .................................203
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........236
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................226
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................159
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................181
Emergency Flashers .................162
Emission control system ..........223
Engine ................................239–240
cleaning ...................................196
coolant .....................................209
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe cooling .......................214
idle speed control ...................207
lubrication specifications ......236,
239
refill capacities ........................232
service points ..........................201
starting after a collision .........162
Engine block heater .................142
Engine oil ..................................203
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................203
checking and adding ..............203
dipstick ....................................203
filter, specifications ........206, 231
recommendations ...................206
refill capacities ........................232
specifications ..................236, 239
Exhaust fumes ..........................142
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