FORD F150 2008 11.G Owners Manual

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Brake fluid and (clutch
fluid–if equipped)Between
MIN/MAX on brake
fluid reservoir and to
the line or step on
clutch fluid reservoirMotorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A
4.2L engine oil 6.0 quarts (5.7L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
1
XO-5W20-QSP (US)
CXO-5W20-LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A and API
Certification Mark 4.6L engine oil 6.0 quarts (5.7L)
5.4L engine oil 7.0 quarts (6.6L)
4.2L engine coolant 17.6 quarts (16.7L)Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant
with bittering agent
(yellow-colored)
2
VC-7-B /
WSS-M97B51-A1 4.6L engine coolant 20.5 quarts (19.4L)
5.4L engine coolant 20.9 quarts (19.8L)
Cooling system stop
leak pellets—Motorcraft Cooling
System Stop Leak
PelletsVC-6 /
WSS-M99B37-B6
Front axle (4X4) 3.5 pints (1.8L)Motorcraft SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle LubricantXY-80W-90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A
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Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Rear 8.8/9.75 inch axle
fluid5.5 pints (2.6L)
3
Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 Rear
Synthetic Axle
Lubricant
5
XY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
Rear 10.25 inch axle
fluid6.9 pints (3.3L)
4
Seat tracks — Multi-Purpose GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 /
ESB-M1C93-B
Transmission
/steering/parking brake
linkages and pivots,
brake and clutch pedal
shaft/clutch master
cylinder push rod to
clutch pedal pin (if
equipped)—Premium Long-Life
GreaseXG-1-C /
ESA-M1C75-B
Hinges, latches, striker
plates, fuel filler door
hinge and door check
arm—Hinges, latches,
striker plates, fuel
filler door hinge and
door check armXG-3-A /
ESE-M1C171-A
Power steering fluidFill to between MIN
and MAX lines on
reservoirMotorcraft
MERCONVATFXT-5-QM /
MERCONV
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Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Transfer case fluid
(4X4 / AWD)2.0 quarts (1.9L)
6
Motorcraft Transfer
Case FluidXL–12 /
—
Manual transmission
fluid3.75 quarts (3.5L)Motorcraft
MERCONVATFXT-5-QM /
MERCONV
Automatic transmission
fluid (4R75E)13.9 quarts (13.2L)
7
Motorcraft
MERCONVATF
8
XT-5-QM /
MERCONV
Windshield washer fluid 4.25 quarts (4.0L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
Fuel tank
Reg. Cab 6.5’ box /
SuperCab 5.5’ box26.0 gallons (98.4L) — —
Fuel tank SuperCrew
5.5’ box30.0 gallons (113.6L) — —
Fuel tank SuperCrew
6.5’ box27.0 gallons (102.2L)
Standard
35.7 gallons (135.1L)
Optional——
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Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Fuel tank
Reg. Cab 8’ box /
SuperCab 6.5’ box /
SuperCab 8’ box27.0 gallons (102.2L)
Standard
35.7 gallons (135.1L)
Optional——
1Use 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.2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.3Service refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to 1/4-9/16 inch (6-14 mm) below the bottom of the filler hole with
the vehicle on a level surface.
Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A, for complete
fill of 8.8 inch and 9.75 inch Traction-Lok axles.4Service refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
For 10.25 inch Traction-Lok axles, use 6.5 pints (3.1L) of Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant and 8 oz.
(236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL–3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.5Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is considered lubricated for life. These lubricants
do not need to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been
submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water.6Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transfer case to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level
surface.7Approximate dry fill capacity including transmission fluid cooling system, actual refill capacities will vary based on vehicle
application and transmission fluid cooling system (i.e. coolers size, cooling lines, auxiliary cooler capacities). The amount of
transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.8Automatic transmissions that require MERCONV should only use MERCONV fluid or fluid that is specified dual usage
MERCON/MERCONV. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of
any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
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ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.2L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine
Cubic inches 256 281 330
Required fuel87 octane 87 octane 87 octane or
Ethanol (E85)
2
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition system EDIS 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)0.040–0.050 inch
(1.02–1.28mm)
1
Compression
ratio9.3:1 9.37:1 9.85:1
1The 5.4L 3V spark plug gap can’t be adjusted.
25.4L 3V FFV engines only.
Engine drivebelt routing
•4.2L V6 Engine
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•4.6L V8 Engine and 5.4L V8 Engine
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance
Certification Label be affixed to a
vehicle and prescribe where the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label may be located. The Safety
Compliance Certification Label is
located on the structure (B-Pillar)
by the trailing edge of the driver’s
door or the edge of the driver’s
door.
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
System
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a
transmission/transaxle code on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission or transaxle
each code represents.
Description Code
Four-speed automatic (4R75E) Q
Five-speed manual (M5R2) M
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GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality
accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive
needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and
aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is
made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessories found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessories. The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides
you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the
accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer
or visit our online store at: www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Chrome exhaust tips
Deflectors
Running boards
Splash guards
Step bars
Tonneau covers
Wheels
Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
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Lifestyle
Ash cup / smoker’s package
Bedliners and bedmats
Cargo organization and management
Towing mirrors
Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories
Peace of mind
Mobile-Easeâ„¢ hands free communication system
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
Wheel locks
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.
•To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
•Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to
the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability.
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