oil change FORD EXPEDITION 1997 1.G Owners Manual

are never needed and could, under
certain conditions, lead to engine
damage which is not covered by
your Ford warranty.
Synthetic engine oils which are
CERTIFIED and of the preferred
viscosity may be used in your
engine. The engine oil and oil filter
must still be changed according to
the ªService Guideº.
Checking the engine oil
Check the engine oil each time you
fuel your vehicle.
To check the oil:
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level
ground. If the engine is running,
turn the engine off and wait a few
minutes for the oil to drain into
the oil pan.
2. Set the parking brake and
ensure the gearshift is securely
latched in P.
3. Open the hood. Protect yourself
from engine heat.
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4. Locate and carefully remove the
engine oil dipstick.
5. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert
the dipstick fully, then remove it
again. The oil level should be in
the range shown on the dipstick.
6. If the oil level is below the
minimum line, add engine oil as
necessary. If the oil level is beyond
the maximum line, engine damage
or high oil consumption may occur
and some oil must be removed
from the engine by a service
technician.
7. Put the dipstick 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 fluid level is not within
the normal range, add only
certified engine oil of the preferred
viscosity. Add engine oil through
the oil filler cap. Remove the filler
cap and use a funnel to pour oil in
the opening.
3. Recheck the oil level. Make sure
the oil level is not above the full
mark on the dipstick.
Continuous contact with
usedmotor oil has caused
cancer in laboratory mice.
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Changing the engine oil and
filter
Change your engine oil and filter
according to the following
kilometers (mileage) and time
requirements, whichever occurs
first:
²Normal Schedule ± 8,000 km
(5,000 miles) or six months.
²Severe Duty Schedule ± 5,000
km (3,000 miles) or three
months. Severe duty operation
would include extensive idling,
trailer towing, driving in severe
dust and police, taxi or delivery
service.
Ford production and aftermarket
(Motorcraft) oil filters are designed
for added engine protection and
long life. If a replacement oil filter
is used that does not meet Ford
material and design specifications,
startup engine noises or knock
may be experienced.
It is recommended you use the
appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or
another brand meeting Ford
specifications) for your engine
application.
Checking and adding brake
fluid
Brake fluid should be checked and
refilled as needed at least once
each year:
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Refill capacities
Capacities - liters (quarts) 4.6 L engine 5.4 L engine
Engine crankcase 5.7 L (6.0
quarts) with filter
change5.7 L (6.0
quarts) with filter
change
Transfer case 1.9L (2.0 quarts)
Automatic transmission 4R70W-13.1L (13.9 quarts)
E4OD (4 x 2) - 15.04L (15.9
quarts)
E4OD (4 x 4) - 15.51L (16.4
quarts)
Washer fluid reservoir 4.1 L ( 4.5 quarts)
4.6 L Engine coolant-2Row
radiator
-1 Row radiator17.9 L (19.9 quarts)
17.0 L (18.0 quarts)
5.4 L Engine coolant 19.7 L (20.8 quarts)
Engine oil 5.7 L (6.0 quarts)
Power steering fluid 2.3 L (2.4 quarts)
Capacites - pints
Axle (rear)
Ford 8.89/ 9.759Ring Gear
Conventional and Traction-Lok
1
5.5 pints
Axle (front) Ford 8.89Ring Gear 3.5 pints
1Add 4 oz. of additive friction
modifier C8AZ-19B546±A, Ford
specification EST-M2C118±A, for
complete fill of 8.8 inch and 9.75
inch ring gear Traction-Lok axles.
Service refill capacities are
determined by filling the rear axle
1/4 inch to 9/16 below the bottom
of the filler hole.
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