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When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval:
• do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of
the rear bumper.
• do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm (6 inches) above the
bottom edge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components:
• causing internal damage to the components.
• affecting driveability, emissions and reliability.
Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in
water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed
unless a leak is suspected or repair required.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND)
An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind
a motorhome. Follow these guidelines if you have the need for
recreational towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not
damaged.
2WD vehicles (with automatic transmissions):
• Place the transmission in N (Neutral)
• Maximum speed is 56 km (35 mph)
• Maximum distance is 80 km (50 miles)
If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km (35 mph) must be
exceeded, the drive shaft will have to be removed before the vehicle is
towed.
Ford recommends the driveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualified
technician. See your local dealer for driveshaft removal/installation.
Improper removal/installation of the driveshaft can cause
transmission fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal
transmission components.
Vehicles equipped with Control Trac four-wheel drive system:
Vehicles equipped with the Control Trac four-wheel drive system cannot
be towed with any wheels on the ground. See your local dealer if you
must flat-tow a vehicle equipped with the Control Trac four-wheel drive
system.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
5.4L 4V V8 engine
1. Battery
2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Power steering fluid reservoir
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Air filter assembly
9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for
fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not
working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you
notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating
temperature (approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot
weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30
minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment
in this chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in
the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
Low fluid level
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at the bottom of the dipstick
and the ambient temperature is
above 10 ° C (50 ° F).
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating
temperature 66 ° C-77 ° C (150 ° F-170 ° F) on a level surface. The normal
operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km
(20 miles) of driving. ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
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You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is
above 10 ° C (50 ° F). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill
condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating
temperature.
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (66 ° C-77 ° C
[150 ° F-170 ° F]).
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at ambient temperature
(10 ° C-35 ° C [50 ° F-95 ° F]).
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transmission failure.
An overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition.
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the
Lubricant specifications section in this chapter.
Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 250 mL (1/2 pint) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns
and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components. ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
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Fluid Ford Part
Name Application Capacity
Front axle
lubricant Motorcraft SAE
75W-90 Fuel
Efficient High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant 4 x 4 vehicles 1.8-2.0L (3.5-3.7
pints)
Rear axle
lubricant 4
Motorcraft SAE
75W-90 Fuel
Efficient High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant Conventional
differential
(9.75 inch axle) 2.13L (4.5 pints)
Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant Limited-slip
differential
(9.75 inch axle) 5
2.01L (4.25
pints) 5
Windshield
washer fluid Motorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
Concentrate All 4.1L (4.5
quarts)1
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine
the correct service interval.
Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCON  and MERCON  V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON  type
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCON  V type fluid.
MERCON  and MERCON  V type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCON  and MERCON  V. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON  and MERCON  V) in
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an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON  may
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage. 2
Indicates 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.3
Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. 4
Your vehicle ’ s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and
is considered lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked
or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle has
been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time
the axle has been submerged in water.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 23mm (0.9
inch) below the bottom of the filler hole. 5
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118 – A for complete refill of Limited
Slip axles. For complete refills, fill using the Additive Friction Modifier
first. 6
Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine
oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification
WSS-M2C153 – H and the API Certification mark.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part
name Ford part
number Ford
specification
Hinges, latches,
striker plates
and rotors, seat
tracks, fuel filler
door hinge and
spring Multi-Purpose
Grease XG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A
or ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders Penetrating and
Lock Lubricant Motorcraft XL-1 ESB-M2C75-B
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Item Ford part
name Ford part
number Ford
specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
Fluid PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Driveshaft, slip
spline, double
Cardan joint
center ball Premium Long
Life Grease XG-1-C or
XG-1-K ESA-M1C75 – B
Engine coolant Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored) VC-7 – A WSS-M97B51-A1
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada) XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20 – LSP12
(Canada) WSS-M2C153-H
and API
Certification Mark
4x4 front wheel
bearings, 4x4
spindle needle
bearings, spindle
thrust bearings
& front drive
axle u-joint/slip
spline High
Temperature
4x4 Front Axle
& Wheel Bearing
Grease E8TZ-19590-A ESA-M1C198-A
Automatic
transmission 1
Motorcraft
MERCON  AT F XT-2-QDX MERCON 
Power steering
fluid Motorcraft
MERCON  AT F XT-2-QDX MERCON 
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Item Ford part
name Ford part
number Ford
specification
Rear axle Motorcraft SAE
75W-90 Fuel
Efficient High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lube XY-75W90 – QFEHP meets API GL-5
Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lube 2
XY-75W140 – QL WSL-M2C192-A
Front axle
(4X4) Motorcraft SAE
75W-90 Fuel
Efficient High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lube XY-75W90 – QFEHP meets API GL-5
Transfer case
(4X4) Motorcraft
MERCON  AT F XT-2-QDX MERCON 
Windshield
washer fluid Motorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
Concentrate ZC-32 – A WSB-M8B16 – A21
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine
the correct service interval.
Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCON  and MERCON  V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON  type
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCON  V type fluid.
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MERCON  and MERCON  V type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCON  and MERCON  V. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON  and MERCON  V) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON  may
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage. 2
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Ford
Limited Slip rear axles.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 5.4L 4V V8 engine
Cubic inches 330
Required fuel 91 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch)
Ignition system Coil on plug
Compression ratio 9.5:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle dimensions 4x2 and 4x4 mm (in)
(1) Overall length 5232.0 (206)
(2) Vehicle width
(Body) 2000.0 (78.7)
(2) Vehicle width
with power running boards,
mirrors folded 2029 (79.9)
(2) Vehicle width
with fixed running boards 2088 (82.2)
(3) Overall height 1975.0 (77.8)
(4) Wheelbase 3018.0 (118.8)
(5) Track - Front 1701.0 (67.0)
(5) Track - Rear 1704.0 (67.1)
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................221
Accessory delay ........................122
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................................195, 199
and child safety seats ............197
description ......................195, 199
disposal ....................................202
driver air bag ..................197, 200
indicator light .................199, 202
operation .........................197, 200
passenger air bag ...........197, 200
side air bag ..............................199
Air cleaner filter ...............332, 348
Air conditioning
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................97
Air suspension ...........................225
description ..............................225
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................313
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................221 – 222
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 21
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................233
fluid, adding ............................330
fluid, checking ........................330
fluid, refill capacities ..............349
fluid, specification ..................354
Auxiliary power point ...............118
Axle
lubricant specifications ..351, 354
refill capacities ........................349
B
Battery .......................................311 acid, treating emergencies .....311
jumping a disabled battery ....282
maintenance-free ....................311
replacement, specifications ...348
servicing ..................................311
BeltMinder .................................191
Brakes ........................................221
anti-lock ...........................221 – 222
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................222
fluid, checking and adding ....329
fluid, refill capacities ..............349
fluid, specifications .........351, 354
lubricant specifications ..351, 354
parking ....................................223
shift interlock ..........................231
Bulbs ..........................................103
C
Calculating load ........................254
Capacities for refilling fluids ....349
Cassette tape player ...................21
CD-single premium .....................16
Cell phone use ..........................148
Certification Label ....................356
Changing a tire .........................275
Child safety restraints ..............203
child safety belts ....................203
Child safety seats ......................206
in front seat ............................208
in rear seat ..............................208
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............300
instrument panel ....................302
interior .............................302 – 303
interior trim ............................303
plastic parts ............................301
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