coolant reservoir FORD GT 2005 1.G Owners Manual

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
Tachometer: Indicates the engine
speed in revolutions per minute.
Driving with your tachometer
pointer continuously at the top of
the scale may damage the engine.
Engine oil pressure gauge:
Indicates engine oil pressure. If the
pointer drops to the red section
when the engine is running, stop
your vehicle as soon as possible,
shut off the engine and check the
oil tank level. Add oil if necessary.
Do not continue to operate your
engine as long as the pointer is in the red section. Otherwise, your
engine may be severely damaged.
If the gauge indicates zero or very low oil pressure (needle in the
red section) stop the vehicle and engine as soon as safe to do so
and check the engine oil tank level.
After running, the engine may be hot. Allow the engine to cool
before handling any components.
Voltmeter gauge: Measures the
battery charging voltage. If the
pointer moves above or below the
normal operating range under
normal vehicle operation, have your
vehicle ’s electrical system checked.
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4. Engine oil filter
5. Engine coolant reservoir
6. Intercooler coolant reservoir
7. Engine air filter
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. Standard fill amount is 1
quart (0.9 L).
Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2.
Refer to Lubricant specifications
in this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle ’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 °F (4.5 °C),
use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use
washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in
impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident.
Note: Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1
(First).
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ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine/intercooler coolant
The concentration and level of engine/intercooler coolant should be
checked at the mileage intervals listed in theScheduled Maintenance
Guide . The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant
and distilled water, which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C).
Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze
tester (such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014–R1060).
The level of coolant should be maintained at the bottom of the lower
baffle in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the
instructions in the Adding engine coolant section.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A
50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
• Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C).
• Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
• Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
• Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Intercooler coolant reservoir
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When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the
reservoirs.
•The engine coolant level should
be maintained at the bottom of
the lower baffle in the coolant
reservoir and the bottom of the
upper baffle in the intercooler
reservoir (or to the sight
windows, if equipped).
• Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter for service
interval schedules.
• Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your
vehicle in this chapter.
If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,
the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir is
low or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Adding
engine coolant in this chapter.
Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine
coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified
function and vehicle location.
Adding engine coolant
When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant
and distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir, when the
engine is cool , until the appropriate fill level is obtained.
Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and
scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you
badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid
container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could
make it difficult to see through the windshield.
•
Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored),
VC-7 –A (U.S., except CA, OR and NM), VC-7 –B (CA, OR and NM),
meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51 –A1.
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Note:Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, 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 Speciality Orange Engine Coolant, VC-2 (US) or
CXC-209 (Canada), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44 –D
with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Speciality Orange
Engine Coolant or any orange-colored extended life product 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.
Your vehicle has a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, follow
these steps to add engine coolant.
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.
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. 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 (see
previous) until the level of coolant is at the bottom of the lower baffle of
the reservoir.
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6. Replace the cap. Turn until clicking sound is heard. (Cap must be
tightly installed to prevent coolant loss.)
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration, refer
toChecking 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 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant per
month, have your 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.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold
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 Refill capacities in this section.
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.
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity
Brake fluid and
clutch fluidMotorcraft High
Performance DOT
3 Motor Vehicle
Brake FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine coolant
1Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored) All 6.6 gallons
(25L)
Intercooler coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)All 4.5 gallons
(17L)
Engine oil
(includes filter
change) Motorcraft SAE
5W-50 Full
Synthetic Motor
OilAll 9.5 quarts
(9.0L)
Fuel tank N/A All 17.5 gallons (66.2L)
Power steering
fluid Motorcraft
MERCON
AT F All Fill to
between MIN
and MAX
lines on
reservoir
Transaxle
2Motorcraft SAE
75W-90 Premium
Synthetic
Transaxle
Lubricant All 4.5 quarts
(4.3L)
Windshield washer
fluid Motorcraft
Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateAll 1.0 quart
(0.9L)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
2The transaxle lubricant should be changed any time the transaxle has
been submerged in water. Service refill capacity is determined by filling
the transaxle to 1/4-9/16 inch (6-14 mm) below the bottom of the filler
hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
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Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have
the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify any
potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company
suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every
scheduled maintenance as the way to ensure your vehicle keeps running
right.
Multi-point inspection - Recommended at every visit
•Check and top up fluid levels: brake, engine coolant recovery
reservoir, intercooler coolant, power steering and window washer.
• Inspect tires for wear and correct air pressure.
• Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign
materials.
• Check battery performance.
• Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard
warning lights.
• Check radiator, coolers and heater and air conditioning hoses.
• Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation.
• Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting.
• Inspect for oil and fluid leaks.
• Inspect engine air cleaner filter and elements.
• Inspect half-shaft dust boots.
• Check shocks, struts and other suspension components for leaks and
damage.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
The following maintenance schedule applies only if the vehicle is
operated in a typical manner. If the vehicle is operated in a non-typical
manner, maintenance frequency will be increased. The following
maintenance schedules are listed in both time intervals and mileage
(kilometer) intervals.
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