oil FORD TRANSIT CONNECT 2018 Owner's Manual

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
152
Cubic inches.
9.7:1
Compression Specifications
ratio. 0.049-0.053 in.(1.25-1.35 mm)
Spark plug gap.
Minimum 87 octane
Required fuel.
MOTORCRAFT PARTS Part Number
Component
FA-1910
Air filter element
FL-910S
Oil filter
BXT-40R
Battery
SP-530
Spark plugs
FP-70 (front)
Cabin air filter
FP-75 (auxiliary AC)
WW-2954 (driver side)
Windshield wiper blade
WW-2953 (passenger side)
WW-1382
Rear window wiper blade
Note: Motorcraft replacement parts are
recommended for scheduled maintenance
and are available at an authorized dealer or
at fordparts.com. These parts meet or
exceed Ford Motor Company ’s
specifications, and are engineered for your
vehicle. Use of other parts may impact
vehicle performance, emissions and
durability. Your warranty may be void for
any damage related to use of other parts.
Note: Should a Motorcraft oil filter not be
available, use an oil filter that meets
industry performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36. Note:
For spark plug replacement, see an
authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals. Refer to
Scheduled Maintenance for the
replacement intervals. See Normal
Scheduled Maintenance (page 391).
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The vehicle identification number is
located on the left-hand side of the
instrument panel.
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TRANSMISSION CODE
DESIGNATION The transmission code is on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. The
following table shows the transmission
code along with the transmission
description.
Description
Code
Six-speed automatic trans-mission 6F35
6
CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS 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
5.7 qt (5.4 L)
Engine oil fill capacity including the oil filter.
8.5 qt (8 L)
Engine coolant fill capacity.
9.0 qt (8.5 L)
Automatic transmission fluid fill capacity. *
15.9 gal (60 L)
Fuel tank fill capacity.
3.1 qt (2.9 L)
Washer system fill capacity.
1.5 lb (0.68 kg)
Air conditioning refrigerant fill capacity.
1.9 lb (0.875 kg)
Air conditioning refrigerant fill capacity. **
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Capacity
Item
4.6 fl oz (136 ml)
Air conditioning refrigerant compressor oil fill capa-
city.
7.4 fl oz (220 ml)
Air conditioning refrigerant compressor oil fill capa-
city. **
* Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
** Vehicles with auxiliary heater system.
Adding Engine Oil Quantity
2.5 qt (2.4 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 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
(U.S.)
Huile moteur de très haute qualité SAE 5W-20 Motorcraft®
(Canada)
XO-5W20-QSP (U.S.)
CXO-5W20-LSP6 (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
(Canada)
PM-20
(U.S. & Canada)
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
(U.S.)
WSS-M2C938-A
Liquide pour boîte de vitesses automatique (Canada)
XT-10-QLVC (U.S.)
CXT-10-LV6 (Canada)
WSS-M14P19-A
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with
Bitterant
(U.S.)
Liquide lave-glace de haute qualité (Canada)
ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)
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Specification
Name
CXC-37-A/B/D/F (Canada) WSH-M17B19-A
Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant
(U.S.)
Frigorigène R-134a Motorcraft® (Canada)
YN-19 (U.S.)
CYN-16-R (Canada)
WSH-M1C231-B
Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
(U.S.)
Huile PAG pour compresseur frigorifique Motorcraft® (Canada)
YN-12-D (U.S. & Canada)
ESB-M1C93-B
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
(U.S.)
Graisse multiusage (Canada)
XL-5-A (U.S. & Canada)
-
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
(U.S.)
Liquide dégrippant (Canada)
XL-1 (U.S.)
CXC-51-A (Canada)
You must use the correct fluid for
automatic transmission that requires
MERCON® LV transmission fluid. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service
category unless the label also displays the
API certification mark.
An oil that displays this symbol conforms
to current engine, emission system and
fuel economy performance standards of
the International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Committee (ILSAC). 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.
• Reduced 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.
Alternative Engine Oil for Extreme
Cold Climates
To improve engine cold start performance,
we recommend that you use the following
alternative engine oil in extreme cold
climates, where the ambient temperature
reaches
-22°F (-30°C) or below.
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Materials
Specification
Name
WSS-M2C947-A
Motorcraft® SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
Engine Oil - SAE 0W-20
XO-0W20-QSP (U.S.) 260
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
Carefully following the maintenance
schedule helps protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance and may help to
increase the value of your vehicle when
you sell or trade it. Keep all receipts for
completed maintenance with your vehicle.
We have established regular maintenance
intervals for your vehicle based upon
rigorous testing. It is important that you
have your vehicle serviced at the proper
times. These intervals serve two purposes;
one is to maintain the reliability of your
vehicle and the second is to keep your cost
of owning your vehicle down.
It is your responsibility to have all
scheduled maintenance performed and to
make sure that the materials used meet
the specifications identified in this owner's
manual. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 255).
Failure to perform scheduled maintenance
invalidates warranty coverage on parts
affected by the lack of maintenance.
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your
Dealership?
Factory-Trained Technicians
Service technicians participate in extensive
factory-sponsored certification training to
help them become experts on the
operation of your vehicle. Ask your
dealership about the training and
certification their technicians have
received. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft®
Replacement Parts
Dealerships stock Ford, Motorcraft and
Ford-authorized branded re-manufactured
replacement parts. These parts meet or
exceed our specifications. Parts installed
at your dealership carry a nationwide
24-month or unlimited mile (kilometer)
parts and labor limited warranty.
If you do not use Ford authorized parts they
may not meet our specifications and
depending on the part, it could affect
emissions compliance.
Convenience
Many dealerships have extended evening
and Saturday hours to make your service
visit more convenient and they offer one
stop shopping. They can perform any
services that are required on your vehicle,
from general maintenance to collision
repairs.
Note:
Not all dealers have extended hours
or body shops. Please contact your dealer
for details.
Protecting Your Investment
Maintenance is an investment that pays
dividends in the form of improved
reliability, durability and resale value. To
maintain the proper performance of your
vehicle and its emission control systems,
make sure you have scheduled
maintenance performed at the designated
intervals.
Your vehicle is equipped with the
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system, which
displays a message in the information
display at the proper oil change interval.
This interval may be up to one year or
10,000 mi (16,000 km)
.
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When the oil change message appears in
the information display, it is time for an oil
change. Make sure you perform the oil
change within two weeks or 500 mi
(800 km) of the message appearing. Make
sure you reset the Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor after each oil change. See
Oil
Change Indicator Reset (page 201).
If your information display resets
prematurely or becomes inoperative, you
should perform the oil change interval at
six months or
5,000 mi (8,000 km) from
your last oil change. Never exceed one year
or
10,000 mi (16,000 km) between oil
change intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built
with multiple, complex, performance
systems. Every manufacturer develops
these systems using different
specifications and performance features.
That is why it is important to rely upon your
dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts
and component systems based upon
engineering testing. Ford Motor Company
relies upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle. Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford
Workshop Manual list the recommended
additives and chemicals for your vehicle.
We do not recommend using chemicals or
additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle
’s normal maintenance. Please
consult your warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle ’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals.
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Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
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Multi-Point inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure**
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you
should change the engine oil based on how
your vehicle is used. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduces environmental
waste at the same time. This means you do not have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying a
message in the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.
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When to expect the message prompting you to change your oil
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Normal
7500-10000 miles
(12000-16000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5000-7499 miles
(8000-11999 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3000-4999 miles
(5000-7999 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Maintenance Intervals At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Change engine oil and filter. **
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
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