engine coolant FORD EXPEDITION EL 2009 User Guide

• Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalent
meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer to
Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter.
Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets or an
equivalent product meeting Ford specification WSS-M99B37-B6, may
darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from
yellow to golden tan.
• Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such
as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford
specification WSS-M97B44-D, or DEX-COOL
brand with the
factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine
Coolant or any orange-colored extended life product such as
DEX-COOL
brand with your factory filled coolant can result in
degraded corrosion protection.
• 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.
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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.
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
to Checking 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.
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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
to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter.
Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding 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%.
• 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.
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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.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
• The engine power will be limited.
• The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:
• The engine will completely shut down.
• Steering and braking effort will increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
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3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FUEL FILTER
For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for
changing the fuel filter.
Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The
customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system
if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used.
If your vehicle is a short wheelbase model, it is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or
replacement is not needed.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
Important safety precautions
WARNING: Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an
overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear
a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap”
fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out, which could cause serious personal injury.
WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death
if misused or mishandled.
WARNING: Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene,
which is a cancer-causing agent.
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance
information.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN
and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. Refer to Maintenance
product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper
fluid type.
BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the “MIN” and
“MAX” lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range the performance of the
system could be compromised; seek
service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
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Item Capacity Ford part name Ford part number /
Ford specification
Engine coolant (Base
radiator without aux
rear heat) 16.4 quarts
(15.5L)
Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)
1VC-7-B /
WSS-M97B51-A1Engine 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 Pellets VC-6 /
WSS-M99B37-B6
Engine oil 7.0 quarts (6.6 L) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil
2XO-5W20-QSP (US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A and API
Certification Mark
Automatic transmission
fluid (6R80) 11.0 quarts
(10.5L)
3Motorcraft
MERCON
LV AT F
4XT-10-QLV /
MERCON
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Item Capacity Ford part name Ford part number /
Ford specification
Fuel tank
(Expedition EL – U.S.
only) 33.5 gallons
(126.8L)
Fuel tank
(Expedition Max –
Canada only) 33.5 gallons
(126.8L)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
2Use 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.
3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler.
4Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
LV should only use MERCON
LV fluid. Refer to
scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid
other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
5Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent for complete refill of Ford
Limited Slip rear axles.
6Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is considered lubricated
for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the axle has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time
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ABS (see Brakes) .....................289
Accessory delay ........................114
AdvanceTrac ..............................291
Air cleaner filter ...............395, 398
Air suspension ...........................297
description ..............................297
Airbag supplemental
restraint system ........217, 221, 223
and child safety seats ............219
description ..............217, 221, 223
disposal ....................................227
driver airbag ............219, 222, 224
indicator light .................221, 226
operation .................219, 222, 224
passenger airbag .....219, 222, 224
side airbag ...............................221
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................374
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................289
Anti-theft system ..............177, 181
arming the system ..................181
disarming a triggered
system .....................................182
Armrests ....................................187
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................20, 24, 32
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................300
fluid, adding ............................395
fluid, checking ........................395
fluid, refill capacities ..............399
fluid, specification ..................399
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....40
Auxiliary power point ...............110 Axle
lubricant specifications ..........399
refill capacities ........................399
B
Battery .......................................372
acid, treating emergencies .....372
jumping a disabled battery ....339
maintenance-free ....................372
replacement, specifications ...398
servicing ..................................372
Belt-Minder
.............................213
Booster seats .............................242
Brakes ........................................288
anti-lock ...................................289
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................289
fluid, checking and adding ....394
fluid, refill capacities ..............399
fluid, specifications .................399
lubricant specifications ..........399
parking ....................................290
shift interlock ..................298–299
Bulbs ............................................99
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....399
Cargo cover ...............................160
Cargo management system ......159
Cassette tape player ...................24
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................329
Child safety seats ......................231
in front seat ............................232
in rear seat ..............................232
LATCH .....................................235
recommendations ...................229
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Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................242
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............357
instrument panel ....................358
interior .............................359–360
plastic parts ............................357
washing ....................................355
waxing .....................................356
wheels ......................................356
wiper blades ............................358
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................34
AM/FM/CD .................................26
Compass, electronic ..................132
calibration ...............................133
set zone adjustment .......132, 148
Console ......................................110
overhead ..........................108–109
Controls
power seat ...............................188
steering column ......................123
Coolant
checking and adding ..............374
refill capacities ................378, 399
specifications ..........................399
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................120
Customer Assistance ................319
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................352
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................352
Getting roadside assistance ...319
Getting the service
you need .................................348
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................353 Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................351
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................95
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................395
engine oil .................................369
Driving under special
conditions ..................304, 313, 316
sand .........................................315
snow and ice ...........................317
through water .................315, 318
DVD system .................................51
E
Electronic message
center .................................130, 140
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................339
running out of fuel .........339, 386
Emission control system ..........391
Engine ................................403–404
cleaning ...................................357
coolant .....................................374
fail-safe cooling .......................379
idle speed control ...................372
lubrication specifications .......399
refill capacities ........................399
service points ..........................366
starting after a collision .........321
Engine block heater .................286
Engine oil ..................................369
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................369
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