oil capacities LINCOLN TOWN CAR 2004 Owners Manual

Maintenance and Specifications 243
Engine compartment 245
Engine oil 246
Battery 250
Fuel information 258
Air filter(s) 272
Tire Information 274
Refill capacities 287
Lubricant specifications 288
Accessories 296
Index 298
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Windshield washer fluid
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. In very cold weather, do
not fill the reservoir completely.
Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. Refer toRefill
capacitiesin 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 and wait up to 10 minutes for the oil to drain into
the oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity
Engine oil (includes
filter change)
7Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)5.7L (6.0 quarts)
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
Fluid
1
Fill to line on reservoir
Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON
AT FFill to line on reservoir
Transmission fluid
(4R70/75 E-W)
2Motorcraft
MERCONVATF13.2L (13.9 quarts)3
Engine coolant4Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)18.0L (19.0 quarts)
Fuel tank N/A 71.9L (19.0 gallons)
Rear axle lubricant
5Motorcraft SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant2.4L (5.0 pints)6
Windshield washer
fluidMotorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateFill to line on reservoir
1Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to
Lubricant Specificationsin this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended.
However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCONand
MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCONand
MERCONV. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guideto determine
the correct service interval.
3Indicates 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.
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4Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
5Rear axles are considered lubricated for life when the vehicle is used for
normal service. See yourScheduled Maintenance Guidefor Severe
Duty requirements.
6Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axle.
For limousine, use 2.1-2.3L (4.50-4.75 pints) of Motorcraft SAE 75W-140
High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant or equivalent meeting Ford
specification WSL-M2C192-A for complete refill of rear axle.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to
14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole.
7Use 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
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
Fluid
1
PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door
weatherstripsSilicone
LubricantXL-6 ESR-M13P4-A
Engine coolant Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow colored)VC-7-A (U.S.,
except CA and
OR), VC-7-B
(CA and OR
only)WSS-M97B
51-A1
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wiper blades ............................239
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............88
Clock ..........................................113
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment ...............104
Console
overhead ..................................103
rear ..........................................128
Controls
power seat ...............................147
steering column ......................120
Coolant
checking and adding ..............252
refill capacities ................256, 287
specifications ..................288, 290
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................117
Customer Assistance ................206
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................241
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................230
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............234
Getting roadside assistance ...206
Getting the service you
need .........................................228
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................235
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................230
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................233
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................93Defrost
rear window ..............................91
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................269
engine oil .................................246
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........288
Driving under special
conditions ..................................196
through water .........................198
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................222
Emergency Flashers .................207
Emission control system ..........265
Engine ........................................290
cleaning ...................................238
coolant .....................................252
fail-safe coolant ......................257
idle speed control ...................250
lubrication
specifications ..................288, 290
refill capacities ........................287
service points ..........................245
starting after a collision .........207
Engine block heater .................187
Engine oil ..................................246
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................246
checking and adding ..............246
dipstick ....................................246
filter, specifications ........249, 286
recommendations ...................249
refill capacities ........................287
specifications ..................288, 290
Exhaust fumes ..........................187
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