automatic transmission FORD F-150 2018 Owner's Guide

If you need to tow your vehicle, contact a
professional towing service or, if you are a
member of a roadside assistance program,
your roadside assistance service provider.
We recommend the use of a wheel lift and
dollies or flatbed equipment to tow your
vehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. We do
not approve a slingbelt towing procedure.
If you tow your vehicle incorrectly, or by
any other means, vehicle damage may
occur.
We produce a towing manual for all
authorized tow truck operators. Have your
tow truck operator refer to this manual for
proper hook-up and towing procedures for
your vehicle.
It is acceptable to have your two-wheel
drive vehicle towed with the front wheels
on the ground (without dollies) and the
rear wheels off the ground. We recommend towing a four-wheel drive
vehicle with all wheels off the ground, such
as using a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed
equipment. However, it is acceptable to
use a wheel lift to raise the rear of your
vehicle so long as, depending on vehicle
configuration, you perform the following
before towing:
•
If your vehicle has an electronic
shift-on-the-fly transfer case, make
sure you switch the four-wheel drive
control to the 2H position before
towing.
Note: Towing an electronic shift-on-the-fly
four-wheel drive vehicle with the front
wheels on the ground without disengaging
the front hubs may cause damage to the
automatic transmission.
Note: Towing a two-wheel drive vehicle or
an electronic shift-on-the-fly four-wheel
drive vehicle with the rear wheels on the
ground for more than
50 mi (80 km) or
faster than 35 mph (56 km/h) may cause
damage to the automatic transmission.
TOWING POINTS WARNING:
Using recovery hooks
is dangerous and should only be done by
a person familiar with proper vehicle
recovery safety practices. Improper use
of recovery hooks may cause hook failure
or separation from the vehicle and could
result in serious injury or death. WARNING: Always slowly remove
the slack from the recovery strap prior
to pulling. Failure to do so can introduce
significantly higher loads which can
cause the recovery hooks to break off, or
the recovery strap to fail which can cause
serious injury or death.
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The air conditioning may automatically
turn on and off during severe operating
conditions to protect the engine from
overheating. When the coolant
temperature decreases to the normal
operating temperature, the air conditioning
turns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge moves
fully into the red zone, or if the coolant
temperature warning or service engine
soon messages appear in your information
display, do the following:
1. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so. Fully apply the parking brake,
shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
2. Leave the engine running until the coolant temperature gauge needle
returns to the normal position. If the
temperature does not drop after
several minutes, follow the remaining
steps.
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to
cool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restart the engine and continue.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
If required, have an authorized dealer check
and change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval. See Scheduled
Maintenance (page 561).
The automatic transmission does not have
a transmission fluid dipstick. Refer to your scheduled maintenance
information for scheduled intervals for fluid
checks and changes. Your transmission
does not consume fluid. However, if the
transmission slips, shifts slowly or if you
notice a sign of leaking fluid, contact an
authorized dealer.
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.
TRANSFER CASE FLUID
CHECK
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug.
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TRANSMISSION CODE
DESIGNATION The transmission code is on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. The
following table shows the transmission
code along with the transmission
description.
Code
Description
6
Six-speed automatic transmission 6R80
G
Ten-speed automatic transmission 10R80
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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 2.7L ECOBOOST™
Capacities
WARNING: The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under
high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant
system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury. Capacity
Item
6.0 qt (5.7 L)
Engine oil (with oil filter)
15.1 qt (14.3 L)
Engine coolant
Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid
3.5 pt (1.7 L)
Front axle fluid (Four-wheel drive)
5.5 pt (2.6 L)
Rear axle fluid
13.1 qt (12.4 L)1
Automatic transmission fluid
1.5 qt (1.4 L)
Transfer case fluid
Four-wheel drive (Electronic Shift-on-the-
Fly)
1.5 qt (1.4 L)
Transfer case fluid
Automatic four-wheel drive (Torque on
demand)
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid
23.0 gal (87.1 L)
Fuel tank (Regular Cab and SuperCab)
26.0 gal (98.4 L)
Fuel tank (SuperCrew Cab)
36.0 gal (136.3 L)
Fuel tank
(Optional)
29 oz (0.82 kg)
A/C Refrigerant (U.S. and Canada)
31 oz (0.88 kg)
A/C Refrigerant (Mexico)
2.7 fl oz (80 ml)
A/C Refrigerant Compressor Oil
1 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
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Specifications
Materials
Specification
Name
WSS-M2C946-B1
Recommended motor oil (U.S.):
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W30-QSP
WSS-M2C946-B1
Recommended Motor oil (Canada):
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil
CXO-5W30-LSP12
WSS-M2C946-B1
Recommended motor oil (Mexico):
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
MXO-5W30-B
WSS-M97B44-D2
Engine coolant (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
VC-3DIL-B
WSS-M97B44-D2
Engine coolant (Canada):
Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
CVC-3DIL-B
WSS-M6C65-A2
Brake fluid:
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle
Brake Fluid
PM-20
WSS-M2C942-A
Front axle fluid:
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid
Gear Lubricant
XY-75W85-QL
WSS-M2C942-A
Rear axle fluid:
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid
Gear Lubricant
XY-75W85-QL
WSS-M2C949-A
Automatic transmission fluid:
MERCON® ULV
Motorcraft MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-12-QULV
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (Canada):
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
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Specification
Name
CXT-10-LV12 WSS-M2C938-A
Transfer case fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C938-A
Transfer case fluid (Canada):
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
CXT-10-LV12
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate
with Bitterant
ZC-32-B2
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (Canada):
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
WSS-M17B21-A
A/C refrigerant (U.S.):
R-1234yf Refrigerant
YN-33-A
WSS-M17B21-A
A/C refrigerant (Canada):
R-1234yf Refrigerant
HS7Z-19B519-BA
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Mexico):
Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant
MYN-19
WSS-M2C300-A2
A/C refrigerant compressor oil (U.S. and Canada):
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil
YN-35
WSH-M1C231-B
A/C refrigerant compressor oil (Mexico):
Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
YN-12-D
ESA-M1C75-B
Transmission, parking brake linkage and pivots and brake
pedal shift grease:
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease
XG-1-E1
ESB-M1C93-B
Multi-purpose grease:
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
XL-5-A
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Note:
Automatic transmissions that require
MERCON® LV transmission fluid should
only use MERCON® LV transmission fluid.
The use of any other fluid may cause
transmission damage. Alternative Engine Oil for
Extremely Cold Climates (If Equipped)
To improve engine cold start performance,
we recommend that you use the following
alternative engine oil in extremely cold
climates, where the ambient temperature
reaches
-22.0°F (-30°C) or below. Specification
Name
WSS-M2C953-A1
Motorcraft® SAE 0W-30 Premium
Synthetic Blend Motor Oil:
Engine oil - SAE 0W-30
XO-0W30-QSP CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 3.0L V6, DIESEL
Capacities
WARNING:
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under
high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant
system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
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Capacity
Item
6.5 qt (6.15 L)
Engine oil (with oil filter).
13.7 qt (13 L)
Engine coolant.
Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid.
13.1 qt (12.4 L)1
Automatic transmission fluid.
3.5 pt (1.7 L)
Front axle fluid (Four-wheel drive).
5.5 pt (2.6 L)
Rear axle fluid.
1.5 qt (1.4 L)
Transfer case fluid.
Four-wheel drive (Electronic Shift-on-the-
Fly).
1.5 qt (1.4 L)
Transfer case fluid.
Automatic four-wheel drive (Torque on
demand).
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid.
26 gal (98.4 L)
Fuel tank.
22.5 qt (21.3 L)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF).
29 oz (0.82 kg)
A/C refrigerant.
2.7 fl oz (80 ml)
A/C refrigerant compressor oil.
1 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
Specifications
Materials Specification
Name
WSS-M2C214-B1
Recommended motor oil (U.S.):
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Diesel Motor Oil
XO-5W30-QFA
WSS-M2C214-B1
Recommended motor oil (Canada):
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Diesel Motor Oil
CXO-5W30-LFA
WSS-M97B44-D2
Engine coolant (U.S.):
Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
VC-3DIL-B
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Specification
Name
WSS-M97B44-D2
Engine coolant (Canada):
Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
CVC-3DIL-B
WSS-M99C130-A
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) (U.S.):
Motorcraft® Diesel Exhaust Fluid
PM-27-GAL / PM-27-JUG
WSS-M99C130-A
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) (Canada):
Motorcraft® Diesel Exhaust Fluid
CPM-27-J
WSS-M6C65-A2
Brake fluid:
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle
Brake Fluid
PM-20
WSS-M2C942-A
Front axle fluid:
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid
Gear Lubricant
XY-75W85-QL
WSS-M2C942-A
Rear axle fluid:
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid
Gear Lubricant
XY-75W85-QL
WSS-M2C949-A
Automatic transmission fluid:
MERCON® ULV
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission
Fluid
XT-12-QULV
WSS-M2C938-A
Transfer case fluid (U.S.):
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C938-A
Transfer case fluid (Canada):
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
CXT-10-LV12
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (U.S.):
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate
with Bitterant
ZC-32-B2
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (Canada):
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
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The American Petroleum Institute (API)
service symbol is used to identify the
proper engine oil for your engine. The API
service symbol will be displayed on the oil
container you purchase. The API symbol
displays the oil performance category in
the top half of symbol and the viscosity
grade in the center of the symbol.
Note:
An engine block heater is
recommended at temperatures below -9°F
(-23°C). 1. For severe duty service, use SAE
5W-40 API CK-4.
2. For bio-diesel fuel blends (B20 max), use SAE 5W-40 API CK-4.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that your
vehicle warranty does not cover.
Note: We recommend using DOT 4 Low
Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid
or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use
of any fluid other than the recommended
fluid may cause degraded brake
performance and not meet our performance
standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry.
Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum
products or other materials may result in
brake system damage and possible failure.
Note: Automatic transmissions that require
MERCON® ULV transmission fluid should
only use MERCON® ULV transmission fluid.
The use of any other fluid may cause
transmission damage.
CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 3.3L DURATEC - V6
Capacities WARNING:
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under
high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant
system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
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