coolant capacity FORD F250 SUPER DUTY 1999 Owners Manual

Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford and Lincoln-Mercury
dealers use recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved
processes.
Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford
specification ESE-M97B44–A, and use of such coolant may harm engine
and cooling system components.
Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible 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
toRefill capacitiesin theCapacities and specificationschapter.
Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you have
to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant per month.
Severe winter climate
If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –36°C [–34°F]), it may
be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%. Refer to
the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in
your vehicle is such that the coolant will not freeze at the temperature
level in which you drive during winter months. Never increase the
coolant concentration above 60%. Increased engine coolant
concentrations above 60% will decrease the freeze protection
characteristics of the engine coolant. Vehicles driven year-round in
non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and
distilled water for optimum freeze protection.
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped)
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.
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Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity
Engine
coolant
5Premium Engine
Coolant5.4L V8 engine
without A/C16.9L
(17.9 quarts)
5.4L V8 engine
with A/C18.4L
(19.4 quarts)
6.8L V10 engine 29.0L
(30.6 quarts)
Engine oil
(includes
filter change)-
Gas enginesMotorcraft 5W-30
Super Premium
Motor OilAll 5.7L
(6.0 quarts)
Engine oil
(includes
filter change)-
Diesel engineRefer to your 7.3L Diesel Supplement
Fuel tank N/A Mid-ship tank
(optional aft
axle on narrow
frame Chassis
Cab)71.9L
(19.0 gallons)
Right side
saddle mounted
tank (optional
on narrow frame
Chassis Cab)87.1L
(23.0 gallons)
Short box (wide
frame regular
cab)109.8L
(29.0 gallons)
Aft axle (narrow
frame chassis
cab)136.3L
(36.0 gallons)
Long box wide
frame (Regular
cab, SuperCab
or Crew Cab)143.9L
(38.0 gallons)
Power
steering fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Transfer case
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT F4x4 vehicles 1.9L
(2.0 quarts)
Capacities and specifications
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Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity
Transmission
fluid
3Synthetic
MERCONAT F5-speed manual 3.2L
(3.4 quarts)
Motorcraft
MERCONAT F6-speed manual 5.5L
(5.8 quarts)
Automatic -
4R100 with
small cooler
(vehicles
equipped with
20 oil-to-air-
plate cooler)16.1L
(17.1 quarts)
4
Automatic -
4R100 with large
cooler (vehicles
equipped with
26 oil-to-air-
plate cooler)16.7L
(17.7 quarts)4
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateAll 4.0L
(4.25 quarts)
1Your vehicle’s rear axle(s) may be filled with a synthetic lubricant that may
require a lubricant change. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Axle
lubricant quantities should not need to be checked 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.
2Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A, Ford
Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
3Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid
requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle.
MERCONand MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix
MERCONand MERCONV. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to
determine the correct service interval.
4Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of
transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the
dipstick’s normal operating range.
5Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE Ford
Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer toAdding engine
coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter.
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Ford Extended Service Plan...224
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................229
Getting roadside assistance ...223
Getting the service you need...225
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................234
The Dispute Settlement Board...226
Dipstick
engine oil .................................172
Doors
door ajar warning .....................13
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................186
Driving under special
conditions ...........................130,131
sand .........................................131
snow and ice ...........................132
through water ..................131,134
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................163
Emission control system ..........202
Engine ........................................217
check engine/service engine
soon light .................................8,9
coolant .....................................178
diesel ...........................................3
idle speed control ...................187
lubrication specifications...215,217
refill capacities ........................212
service points ..........................172
starting after a collision .........144
Engine block heater .................110
Engine oil ..................................172
checking and adding .......172,174
dipstick ....................................172
filter, specifications .........174,212
recommendations ...................174
refill capacities .................172,212
specifications .....172,174,215,217
Exhaust fumes ..........................110
Fail safe cooling ........................180Fluid capacities .........................212
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ..12,125
control trac ...............................23
description ..............................128
driving off road .......................130
electronic shift ............23,125,128
indicator light ....................12,126
lever operated shift ................126
manual locking hubs ..............126
Fuel ............................................194
calculating fuel economy .......198
cap ...........................................197
capacity ...................................212
choosing the right fuel ...........196
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................201
detergent in fuel .....................197
filling your vehicle
with fuel ....................194,197,199
filter, specifications .........198,212
fuel pump shut-off switch .....144
improving fuel economy ........198
low fuel warning light ................8
octane rating ....................196,217
quality ......................................197
running out of fuel .................197
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................194
Fuses ...................................145,146
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............197
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................198
Gauges .........................................14
battery voltage gauge ...............16
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................15
engine oil pressure gauge ........17
odometer ...................................15
speedometer .............................14
tachometer ................................16
trip odometer ............................16
Index
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Item Information
Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane
Fuel tank capacity Refer toRefill capacitiesin theCapacities
and specificationschapter.
Engine oil (includes
filter change)5.7L (6.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super
Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification
WSS-M2C153-G.
Tire size and pressure Refer to the Certification Label inside of
driver’s door
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Coolant capacity Refer toRefill capacitiesin theCapacities
and specificationschapter.
Power steering fluid
capacityFill to line on reservoir. Use Motorcraft
MERCONAT F.
Manual transmission-5-
speed3.2L (3.4 quarts). Use Synthetic MERCON
AT F.
Manual transmission-6-
speed5.5L (5.8 quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCON
AT F.
Automatic
transmission fluid
capacity
1(with 20
plate oil-to-air cooler)16.1L (17.1 quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCON
AT F.
2
Automatic
transmission fluid
capacity
1(with 26
plate oil-to-air cooler)16.7L (17.7 quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCON
AT F.
2
1
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCONand MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONand MERCONV. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance
Guide to determine the correct service interval.
2Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may
vary based on cooler size and if equipped with in-tank cooler. The
transmission fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick.
Filling station information
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