automatic transmission FORD F250 1998 Owner's Manual

4.6L/5.4L engines
1. Battery
2. Automatic transmission fluid
dipstick
3. Engine oil filler
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Clutch fluid reservoir (if
equipped)
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Air filter assembly
9. Engine coolant recovery
reservoir
10. Windshield washer fluid
reservoir
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Check the engine oil each time you
fuel your vehicle.
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²If the oil level is below the MIN
mark, add enough oil to raise
the level within the MIN-MAX
range.
²Oil levels above the MAX mark
may cause engine damage. Some
oil must be removed from the
engine by a service technician.
7. Put the indicator back in and
ensure it is fully seated.
Checking the engine oil
Check the engine oil each time you
fuel your vehicle.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level
ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a
few minutes for the oil to drain
into the oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and
ensure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park) (automatic
transmission) or 1 (First) (manual
transmission).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself
from engine heat.
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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.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking and adding automatic
transmission fluid
Follow the scheduled service
intervals outlined in the ªService
Guide.º
Before adding any fluid, make sure
the correct type is used. The type
of fluid used is normally indicated
on the dipstick and/or dipstick
handle and also in theLubricant
specificationssection in the
Capacities and specifications
chapter.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement
MAX
MIN
MAX
MIN
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its idle conditions before your
vehicle will drive properly. To
begin this process:
1. Put the gearshift in P (Park)
(automatic transmissions) or the
neutral position (manual
transmissions), turn off all
accessories and start the vehicle.
2. Let the engine idle for at least
one minute.
3. The relearning process will
automatically complete as you
drive the vehicle.
²If you do not allow the engine to
relearn its idle, the idle quality
of your vehicle may be adversely
affected until the idle is
eventually relearned.
²If the battery has been
disconnected or a new battery
has been installed, the clock and
the preset radio stations must
be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
²Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible
manner. Follow your
communities standards for
disposal. Call your local
recycling center to find out
more about recycling automotive
batteries.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Check the wiper blades at least
twice a year or when they seem
less effective. Substances such as
tree sap and some hot wax
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 4.2L engine 4.6L engine 5.4L engine
Spark
plugs-platinum*AGSF-34EE AWSF-32PP AWSF-22E
Air filter FA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1632
Fuel filter FG-872 FG-872 FG-872
Oil filter FL-400-S FL-820-S FL-820-S
PCV valve EV-152 EV-98 EV-233
Battery (manual
transmission)BXT-59 BXT-59 BXT-59
Battery (automatic
transmission)BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750
Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
REFILL CAPACITIES
FluidFord Part
NameApplication Capacity
Front axleMotorcraft
SAE 75W90
Front Axle
Lubricant4x4 vehicles 1.8-2.0L
(3.5-3.7 pints)
Rear axle
1, 4
Motorcraft
SAE
75W140
Synthetic
Rear Axle
LubricantF-150 2.6-2.7L
(5.5-5.8 pints)
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FluidFord Part
NameApplication Capacity
Transmission
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONt
AT F5-speed manual
43.5L (3.75 quarts)
Automatic-E4OD
(4x2)15.0L (15.9 quarts)
Automatic-E4OD
(4x4)15.5L (16.4 quarts)
Motorcraft
MERCONt
VATFAutomatic-4R70W 13.1L (13.9 quarts)
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield
ConcentrateAll 4.0L (4.25 quarts)
Your vehicle's rear axle is equipped
with synthetic rear axle lubricant.
Rear axles containing synthetic
lubricant are lubricated for life.
These lubricants do not need to be
checked or changed unless a leak
is suspected, service 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.
1Add 118 ml (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 axles.
2Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of additive
Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A,
Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A,
for complete fill of 10.25 inch
axles.
3Fill to bottom of filler hole.
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FluidFord part
name or
equivalentFord part
numberFord
specification
Grease;
transmission
/steering/parking
brake linkages
and pivots.
Brake and
clutch pedal
shaft.Premium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C ESA-M1C75-B
Power steering
fluid, transfer
case fluid and
transmission
fluid (manual)Motorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-BDX or
QDXMERCONt
Automatic
transmission
(E4OD)Motorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-BDX-QDX MERCONt
Automatic
transmission
(4R70W)Motorcraft
MERCONtV
AT FXT-5-QM
MERCONtV
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-clear
windshield
washer
concentrateC9AZ-19550-AC
or BCESR-M17P5-A
1You must add 4±ounces of
additive friction modifier
C8AZ-19B546±A, Ford specification
EST-M2C118±A to the rear axle
whenever the axle has been
serviced.
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Fuse panels
instrument panel ....................133
power distribution box ...........138
Fuses ...................................132,133
Gauges, Mechanical ....................13
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................14
Hazard flashers .........................131
Headlamps
autolamp system .......................18
flashing ......................................35
high beam .................................35
turning on and off ....................17
Heating ........................................20
High beams
indicator light ...........................10
Hood
release lever ............................154
Ignition
positions of the ignition ...........27
removing the key ......................98
Instrument panel
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................18
Jump-starting your
vehicle .................................147,149
attaching cables ......................148
disconnecting cables ..............149
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................44
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............12
Lamps
interior lamps ...........................36
map lamps .................................36
parking lamps .........................195
Lights, warning and indicator
air bag ..........................................8
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..............9
anti-theft ...................................10
brake ............................................9
charging system ........................10check engine ............................6,7
door ajar ....................................11
engine oil pressure ...................10
four-wheel drive ........................11
fuel reset ................................6,12
safety belt ...................................9
turn signal indicator ...................9
Load limits
trailer towing ..........................110
Lubricant specifications ....205,208
Manual transmission ...................92
shift speeds .....................94,96,97
Mirrors
side view mirrors (power) .......38
Odometer .....................................15
Off road driving, 4-wheel drive 104
Overdrive ................................35,36
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................43
Parking brake ..............................85
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....205
Power door locks ........................38
Power steering
fluid, checking and adding ....169
Recreational towing, all wheels
on the ground ...........................123
Relays ........................................132
Remote entry system .................42
illuminated entry ......................47
locking/unlocking doors ...........43
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................46
replacing the batteries .............45
Reporting safety defects ..........215
Safety restraints
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .......................54,55,56
extension assembly ..................57
for children ...............................68
lap and shoulder belts ........53,54
maintenance ..............................58
proper use .................................51
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warning light and chime .....12,58
Safety seats for children
attaching with tether straps ....74
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................71
tether anchorage hardware .....74
Seats ............................................48
adjusting the seat, manual .......49
adjusting the seat, power ........49
bench (60-40 split) .............48,51
bench seat .................................48
lumbar support .........................50
Servicing your vehicle ..............152
precautions when servicing ...152
Snowplowing ............3,124,125,127
Special notice
utility-type vehicles ....................3
Speed control ..............................28
canceling a set speed ...............31
resuming a set speed ...............32
tap up/tap down .......................30
turning off .................................28
Speedometer ...............................14
Starting your vehicle ........76,77,80
Tachometer
mechanical cluster ...................15
Tailgate ........................................39
removing ...................................40
Tires ....................................179,181
checking the pressure ............181
replacing ..................................183
rotating ....................................182
snow tires and chains ............183
treadwear ................................179
Traction-lok rear axle ..........86,175
Trailer towing .............112,113,114,
115,116,117
tips ...........................................121
Transaxle
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................173Transfer case
fluid checking .........................174
Transmission .............................170
automatic operation ..88,89,90,92
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................170
Trip odometer .............................15
Turn signal
lever ...........................................27
Vehicle headlamp aiming
device (VHAD) .........................197
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................214
Vehicle loading ..........................108
Ventilating your vehicle .............82
Warning chimes .............................6
Windows
accessory delay .........................38
power windows, operating .......37
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....164
checking and replacing wiper
blades ......................................177
operation ...................................34
Wrecker towing .........................150
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Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane
Fuel tank capacity-4 x 4 regular
cab92.7L (24.5 gallons)
Fuel tank capacity-4 x 2 vehicles
and4x4SuperCab94.6L (25 gallons)
Fuel tank capacity-Long wheelbase 113.6L (30 gallons)
Engine oil (with filter change) Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super
Premium Motor Oil, Ford
Specification WSS-M2C153-G
Tire size and pressure Refer to Tire Pressure Decal on
passenger's door panel
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of
the instrument panel
Oil capacity (with filter change) 5.7L (6.0 quarts)
Coolant capacity-4.2L without A/C 14.9L (15.7 quarts)
Coolant capacity-4.2L with A/C 16.4L (17.3 quarts)
Coolant capacity-4.6L and 5.4L
without A/C16.9L (17.9 quarts)
Coolant capacity-4.6L and 5.4L
with A/C18.4L (19.4 quarts)
Power steering fluid capacity Fill to line in reservoir
Automatic transmission fluid
capacity-4R70W13.1L (13.9 quarts)
Automatic transmission fluid
capacity-E4OD (4 x 2)15.0L (15.9 quarts)
Automatic transmission fluid
capacity-E4OD (4 x 4)15.5L (16.4 quarts)
Filling station information
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