brake fluid FORD TRANSIT 2017 5.G User Guide

UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.2L POWER STROKE DIESEL
Air cleaner. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 237).
A
Engine oil dipstick *
. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 216).
B
Engine oil filler cap *
. See
Engine Oil Check (page 216).
C
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir *
. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 223).
D
Engine coolant reservoir *
. See
Engine Coolant Check (page 218).
E
Engine compartment fuse box. See
Fuses (page 196).
F
Power steering fluid reservoir *
. See
Power Steering Fluid Check (page 223).
G
Washer fluid reservoir *
. See
Washer Fluid Check (page 223).
H
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are colored for easy identification.
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•
Sustained high-speed driving at Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (maximum
loaded weight for vehicle operation).
• Sustained use of diesel fuel other than
ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD).
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System
Only reset the oil life monitoring system
after changing the engine oil and oil filter.
1. Switch the ignition on. Do not start the
engine. For vehicles with push-button
start, press and hold the start button
for two seconds without pressing the
brake pedal. Do not start the engine.
2. Press the accelerator and brake pedals
at the same time.
3. Keep the accelerator and brake pedals
fully pressed.
4. After three seconds, a message confirming that the reset is in progress
will be displayed.
5. After 25 seconds, a message confirming that the reset is complete
will be displayed.
6. Release the accelerator and brake pedals.
7. The message confirming that the reset
is complete will no longer be displayed.
8. Switch the ignition off. For vehicles with
push-button start, press the start
button to switch the ignition off.
ENGINE COOLING FAN - E85/
GASOLINE WARNING
Keep your hands and clothing clear
of the engine cooling fan. Under certain conditions, the engine
cooling fan may continue to run for several
minutes after you switch your vehicle off.
ENGINE COOLING FAN -
DIESEL
WARNING
Keep your hands and clothing clear
of the engine cooling fan.
Under certain conditions, the engine
cooling fan may continue to run for several
minutes after you switch your vehicle off.
This could happen in low ambient
temperatures and independent of the
engine coolant temperature, for example
short journeys or low coolant temperature.
See Diesel Particulate Filter (page 115).
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
WARNINGS
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, spilling
coolant on hot engine parts can burn you. 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. 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 you loosen the cap
slightly. Do not add coolant further than the
MAX mark.
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BRAKE FLUID CHECK
WARNINGS
Do not use any fluid other than the
recommended brake fluid as this will
reduce brake efficiency. Use of
incorrect fluid could result in the loss of
vehicle control, serious personal injury or
death. Only use brake fluid from a sealed
container. Contamination with dirt,
water, petroleum products or other
materials may result in brake system
damage or failure. Failure to adhere to this
warning could result in the loss of vehicle
control, serious personal injury or death. Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse the
affected areas immediately with
plenty of water and contact your physician. A fluid level between the MAX and
MIN lines is within the normal
operating range and there is no need
to add fluid. A fluid level not in the normal
operating range could compromise the
performance of the system. Have your
vehicle checked immediately. To avoid fluid contamination, the reservoir
cap must remain in place and fully tight,
unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 281). POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK WARNING
Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. This could cause serious
personal injury. Rinse the affected
areas immediately with plenty of water
and consult a physician. If the power steering fluid level is not
between the
MAX and MIN marks, add
power steering fluid that meets the correct
specification. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 288).
Adding Power Steering Fluid
1. Remove the filler cap.
2. Add power steering fluid to the
MAX
mark. Do not overfill.
3. Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you feel a strong resistance.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
Note: The reservoir supplies the front and
rear washer systems.
When adding fluid, use a mixture of washer
fluid and water to help prevent freezing in
cold weather and improve the cleaning
capability. We recommend that you use
only high quality washer fluid.
For information on fluid dilution, refer to
the product instructions.
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We engineer and test all motor vehicles
and their components for reliable, regular
driving. Under various conditions,
long-term storage may lead to degraded
engine performance or failure unless you
use specific precautions to preserve engine
components.
General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents. Engine
•
Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
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Brakes
•
Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle
15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage. Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.
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Capacity
Item
9.5 fl oz (280 ml)
Air conditioning refrigerant compressor oil fill capa-
city, vehicles with rear heating, ventilation and air
conditioning
5.4 fl oz (160 ml)
Air conditioning refrigerant compressor oil fill capa-
city, vehicles without rear heating, ventilation and
air conditioning
1 Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter at the correct service interval. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 427).
2 For complete refill of limited slip differential, add 4.0 fl oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction
Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.
Note: Ford rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless
you submerge the axle in water.
Adding Engine Oil Quantity
1.0 qt (0.9 L)
The quantity of engine oil required to raise
the indicated level on the dipstick from
minimum to maximum. Specifications
We recommend that you use Motorcraft
oil and fluids for your vehicle. Only use
fluid that meets Ford specifications.
Materials Specification
Name
WSS-M2C946-A
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil
(U.S.)
Huile moteur synthétique Motorcraft® (Canada)
XO-5W30-QFS (U.S.)
CXO-5W30-LFS12 (Canada)
WSS-M97B44-D2
Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
(U.S.)
Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué orange Motorcraft®
(Canada)
VC-3DIL-B
(U.S.)
CVC-3DIL-B (Canada)
WSS-M6C65-A2
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake
Fluid
(U.S.)
Liquide de frein automobile haute performance DOT 4 LV
Motorcraft®
(Canada)
PM-20 (U.S. & Canada)
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
(U.S.)
WSS-M2C938-A
Huile pour boîte automatique MERCON® LV Motorcraft®
(Canada)
XT-10-QLVC
(U.S.)
CXT-10-LV12 (Canada)
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If you are unable to find an engine oil that
meets the specifications defined by
WSS-M2C946-A, it is acceptable to use a
SAE 5W-30 engine oil that meets API SN
requirements and displays the API
Certification Mark for gasoline engines.
Note:
Do not use more than 1.1 qt (1 L) of
the alternative engine oil between
scheduled service intervals.
Using oil and fluids that do not meet the
defined specification and viscosity grade
may lead to:
• Component damage which may not be
covered by the vehicle Warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance. •
Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS - 3.7L 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. Capacities
Capacity
Item
6 qt (5.7 L)
Engine oil fill capacity including the oil filter.
5.5 qt (5.2 L)
Engine oil fill capacity excluding the oil filter.
16.4 qt (15.5 L)
Engine coolant fill capacity, vehicles with an auxiliary
heater.
14.9 qt (14.1 L)
Engine coolant fill capacity, vehicles without an
auxiliary heater.
13.1 qt (12.4 L)
Automatic transmission fluid fill capacity. 1
2.9 qt (2.72 L)
Rear axle fluid fill capacity (limited slip differential).
2
3.0 qt (2.84 L)
Rear axle fluid fill capacity (conventional differen-
tial).
4.0 fl oz (118 ml)
Rear axle friction modifier.
25.1 gal (95 L)
Fuel tank fill capacity.
4.8 qt (4.5 L)
Washer system fill capacity.
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Capacity
Item
2.45 lb (1.11 kg)
Air conditioning refrigerant fill capacity.
9.5 fl oz (280 ml)
Air conditioning refrigerant compressor oil fill capa-
city.
1 Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter at the correct service interval. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 427).
2 For complete refill of limited slip differential, add 4.0 fl oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction
Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.
Note: Ford rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless
you submerge the axle in water.
Adding Engine Oil Quantity
1.0 qt (0.9 L)
The quantity of engine oil required to raise
the indicated level on the dipstick from
minimum to maximum. Specifications
We recommend that you use Motorcraft
oil and fluids for your vehicle. Only use
fluid that meets Ford specifications.
Materials Specification
Name
WSS-M2C945-A
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil
(U.S.)
Huile moteur synthétique SAE 5W-20 Motorcraft® (Canada)
XO-5W20-QFS (U.S.)
CXO-5W20-LFS12 (Canada)
WSS-M97B44-D2
Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
(U.S.)
Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué orange Motorcraft®
(Canada)
VC-3DIL-B
(U.S.)
CVC-3DIL-B (Canada)
WSS-M6C65-A2
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake
Fluid
(U.S.)
Liquide de frein automobile haute performance DOT 4 LV
Motorcraft®
(Canada)
PM-20 (U.S. & Canada)
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
(U.S.)
WSS-M2C938-A
Huile pour boîte automatique MERCON® LV Motorcraft®
(Canada)
XT-10-QLVC
(U.S.)
CXT-10-LV12 (Canada)
WSS-M2C942-A
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear
Lubricant
(U.S.)
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•
Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty. CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS - 3.2L
POWER STROKE DIESEL 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. Capacities
Capacity
Item
12.0 qt (11.4 L)
Engine oil fill capacity including the oil filter.
11.6 qt (11 L)
Engine oil fill capacity excluding the oil filter.
15.3 qt (14.5 L)
Engine coolant fill capacity, vehicles with an auxiliary
heater.
13.9 qt (13.2 L)
Engine coolant fill capacity, vehicles without an
auxiliary heater.
13.1 qt (12.4 L)
Automatic transmission fluid fill capacity. 1
2.9 qt (2.72 L)
Rear axle fluid fill capacity, vehicles with limited slip
differential. 2
3.0 qt (2.84 L)
Rear axle fluid fill capacity, vehicles with conven-
tional differential.
4.0 fl oz (118 ml)
Rear axle friction modifier.
25.1 gal (95 L)
Fuel tank fill capacity.
5.5 gal (21 L)
Diesel exhaust fluid fill capacity.
4.8 qt (4.5 L)
Washer system fill capacity.
2.45 lb (1.11 kg)
Air conditioning refrigerant fill capacity, vehicles with
rear heating, ventilation and air conditioning
1.76 lb (0.8 kg)
Air conditioning refrigerant fill capacity, vehicles
without rear heating, ventilation and air conditioning
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Capacity
Item
9.5 fl oz (280 ml)
Air conditioning refrigerant compressor oil fill capa-
city, vehicles with rear heating, ventilation and air
conditioning
5.4 fl oz (160 ml)
Air conditioning refrigerant compressor oil fill capa-
city, vehicles without rear heating, ventilation and
air conditioning
1 Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter at the correct service interval. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 427).
2 For complete refill of limited slip differential, add 4.0 fl oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction
Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.
Note: Ford rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless
you submerge the axle in water.
Adding Engine Oil Quantity
2.6 qt (2.5 L)
The quantity of engine oil required to raise
the indicated level on the dipstick from
minimum to maximum. Specifications
We recommend that you use Motorcraft
oil and fluids for your vehicle. Only use
fluid that meets Ford specifications.
Materials Specification
Name
WSS-M2C171-E
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil
(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-40 Huile synthétique pour moteur diesel
(Canada)
XO-5W40-5QSD
(U.S. & Canada)
WSS-M97B44-D2
Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
(U.S.)
Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué orange Motorcraft®
(Canada)
VC-3DIL-B
(U.S.)
CVC-3DIL-B (Canada)
WSS-M6C65-A2
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake
Fluid
(U.S.)
Liquide de frein automobile haute performance DOT 4 LV
Motorcraft®
(Canada)
PM-20 (U.S. & Canada)
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
(U.S.)
WSS-M2C938-A
Huile pour boîte automatique MERCON® LV Motorcraft®
(Canada)
XT-10-QLVC
(U.S.)
CXT-10-LV12 (Canada)
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