transmission oil FORD E SERIES 1999 4.G 7.3L Diesel Supplement Manual

Fast start glow plug system
The glow plug system consists of:
²eight glow plugs
²the glow plug relay
²engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor
²barometric pressure (BARO) sensor
The glow plug system is electronically controlled by the PCM. The PCM
energizes the glow plugs immediately after the ignition is placed in the
ON position, then determines how long the glow plugs will be on
according to the EOT and BARO sensors. The required time for the glow
plugs to be energized decreases as the engine oil temperature and
barometric pressure increase.
Engine cooling system
The cooling system contains an engine oil cooler which is mounted to
the side of the cylinder block. The cooler's function is to regulate engine
oil temperature.
Engine governed speed
The engine governor is controlled by the PCM. The PCM controls fuel
input to limit maximum engine speed. It will not, however, prevent
engine overspeeding resulting from downshifting at high vehicle speed or
by descending steep grades at too high a vehicle speed for the selected
transmission gear.
For maximum vehicle speed in various gears, refer to the ªTransmission
shift speedº chart in theDriving tipschapter. Do not exceed 3,600 rpm.
Maximum engine governed speed is 3,000±4,000 rpm depending on
engine load. Excessive rpm can only be achieved by manually
downshifting at too high of a vehicle speed.
Operating the engine beyond the governed speed can cause severe
engine damage.
Diesel information
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Read all starting instructions carefully before you start your vehicle.
Starting procedures are also shown on the vehicle visor. For
temperatures below 0ÉC (32ÉF), the use of the correct grade engine oil is
essential for proper operation.
If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, make sure the
parking brake is set fully before you turn the key. Depress the clutch
pedal and place the gearshift in the neutral position. The clutch must be
fully depressed in order to operate the starter. Do not press the
accelerator during starting.
If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, ensure the
gearshift lever is in P (Park) and the parking brake is set before you turn
the key. Do not press the accelerator during starting.
COLD WEATHER STARTING
Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time as starter
damage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to OFF and
wait 30 seconds before trying again.
Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system (see Air
Cleaner Decal). Such fluid could cause immediate explosive damage to
the engine and possible personal injury.
Do not add gasoline, gasohol or alcohol to diesel fuel. This practice
creates a serious fire hazard and causes engine performance problems.
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For
more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer toSeating
and safety restraintschapter in the owner guide.
2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.
3. Turn the key to the ON position.
When the WAIT TO START light
goes off, turn the key to START.
(For Canadian vehicles, the daytime
running lamps will be on if the
parking brake is not applied and the key is turned to ON.)
4. When the engine starts, release the key. The glow plugs will continue
to be activated for up to two minutes. If the engine is not started before
the activation ceases, the glow plug system must be reset by turning the
ignition key to OFF.
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Starting
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Component Capacity
Cooling system (including heater1)-F-Series 31.0L (32.75 quarts)
Cooling system (including heater1)-Econoline228.5L (30.0 quarts)
Engine oil (including filter change)314.2 L (15.0 quarts)
Fuel tank-F- Series Refer to Owner Guide
Fuel tank-Econoline 132.5L (35.0 gallons)
Radiator cap 90 kPa (13 psi)
Manual transmission
43.2L (3.4 quarts)
Automatic transmission Refer to Owner Guide
1Includes 4.7L (5 quarts) in coolant recovery.
2Add 2.5L (2.6 quarts) if equipped with auxiliary heater option.
3Includes 1.9L (2 quarts) in engine oil filter.
4Use Motorcraft MERCONtATF, Ford part number XT-2±QDX, meeting
Ford specification MERCONt.
BULB SPECIFICATIONS
Lamp descriptionNumber of bulbs
requiredTrade number
Wait to Start Light 1 194
Water-in-Fuel Light 1 194
Engine Temp. Light 1 194
Fuel Filter 1 194
Capacities and specifications
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ECONOLINE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler
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 recovery reservoir
9. Battery
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F-SERIES ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Engine coolant recovery reservoir
2. Engine oil filler
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Automatic transmission dipstick (if equipped)
5. Clutch fluid reservoir (if equipped)
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Air filter assembly
8. Battery (dual batteries shown)
9. Power steering fluid reservoir
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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