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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
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Fasten Safety BeltAirbag - Front
Airbag - SideChild Seat
Child Seat Installation
WarningChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemBrake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum Based
Powertrain MalfunctionSpeed Control
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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Brake system warning light:To
confirm the brake system warning
light is functional, it will
momentarily illuminate when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START,
or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON
position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this
time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination
after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the
brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.
Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is
dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may
occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer.
Anti-lock brake system:If the
ABS light stays illuminated or
continues to flash, a malfunction has
been detected, have the system
serviced immediately by your
authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake
warning light also is illuminated.
Airbag readiness:If this light fails
to illuminate when ignition is turned
to ON, continues to flash or remains
on, have the system serviced
immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a
malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.
Safety belt:Reminds you to fasten
your safety belt. A chime will also
sound to remind you to fasten your
safety belt, refer to theSeating and
Safety Restraintschapter.
Charging system:Illuminates when
the battery is not charging properly.
P!
BRAKE
ABS
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle we providescheduled maintenance
informationwhich makes tracking routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can
provide the necessary parts and service. Check yourWarranty
Guide/Owner Information Guideto find out which parts and services
are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burning (cigarettes) material away
from the battery and all fuel related parts.
Working with the engine off
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn
injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
4.6L SOHC V8 engine
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Air filter assembly
6. Engine oil dipstick (access behind air tube)
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Power distribution box
10. Battery
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BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels below the “MAX” line
that do not trigger the brake system
warning lamp are within the normal
operating range, there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range,
the performance of your brake system could be compromised, seek
service from your authorized dealer immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor 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 20 miles [30 km]). 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 20 miles (30 km) 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 toIdentifying 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.
MAX
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For PCV valve replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the PCV valve.
Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void
for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not
used.
3For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not
used.
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)6.0 quarts (5.7L)
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
(4R75E)
2Motorcraft
MERCONVATF13.9 quarts (13.2L)3
Engine coolant4Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)18.6 quarts (17.6L)
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Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity
Fuel tank N/A 19.0 gallons (71.9L)
Rear axle lubricant
5Motorcraft SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant5.0 pints (2.4L)8
Rear axle lubricant
(limousine)5Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 Rear Axle
Lubricant4.50-4.75 pints
(2.1-2.3L)
6,8
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 informationto
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.
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 informationfor
Severe Duty requirements.
6Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axle.
7Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine
oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification
WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
8Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 1/4 inch
to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14 mm) below the bottom of the filler hole.
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ItemFord part
nameFord part number Ford specification
Brake fluidMotorcraft
High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle
Brake Fluid
1
PM-1 or PM-1-CESA-M6C25-A or
WSS-M6C62-A
Door
weatherstripsSilicone
Spray
LubricantXL-6 ESR-M13P4-A
Engine
coolantMotorcraft
Premium
Gold Engine
Coolant
(yellow
colored)VC-7–A (except CA,
OR and NM),
VC-7-B (CA, OR and
NM)WSS-M97B 51-A1
Cooling
system stop
leak pelletsMotorcraft
Cooling
System Stop
Leak PelletsVC-6 WSS-M99B37-B6
Engine oilMotorcraft
SAE 5W20
Premium
Synthetic
Blend Motor
Oil (US)
Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Super
Premium
Motor Oil
(Canada)XO-5W20-QSP (US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)WSS-M2C930-A
with API
Certification Mark
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1Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. DOT 3 fluid
is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be
used.
2Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL–3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles.
3Ensure the correct transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid
requirements are indicated on the dipstick or the dipstick handle.
MERCONand MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix
MERCONand MERCONV. Refer to yourscheduled maintenance
informationto determine the correct service interval.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.6L SOHC V8
engine4.6L FFV SOHC V8
engine
Cubic inches 281 281
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane or Ethanol
(E-85)
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug
Spark plug gap 0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42 mm)0.041–0.047 inch
(1.04–1.20 mm)
Compression ratio 9.4:1 9.4:1
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A
Accessory delay ........................111
Air cleaner filter ...............305–306
Air suspension ...........................231
description ..............................231
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................173–174, 183
and child safety seats ............176
description ......................174, 183
disposal ....................................185
driver airbag ....................176, 184
indicator light .................183, 185
operation .........................176, 184
passenger airbag .............176, 184
side airbag ...............................183
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................284
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................227
Anti-theft system ..............148, 152
arming the system ..................152
disarming a triggered
system .....................................152
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................15, 18, 24
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................233
fluid, adding ............................303
fluid, checking ........................303
fluid, refill capacities ..............307
fluid, specification ..................311
Auxiliary power point ...............109
Axle
lubricant specifications ..309, 311
refill capacities ........................307
traction lok ..............................231
B
Battery .......................................282acid, treating emergencies .....282
jumping a disabled battery ....255
maintenance-free ....................282
replacement, specifications ...306
servicing ..................................282
BeltMinder .................................168
Brakes ........................................227
anti-lock ...................................227
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................227
fluid, checking and adding ....303
fluid, refill capacities ..............307
fluid, specifications .........309, 311
lubricant specifications ..309, 311
shift interlock ..........................231
Bulbs ..........................................101
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....307
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................249
Child safety restraints ..............186
child safety belts ....................186
Child safety seats ......................190
attaching with tether straps ..194
in front seat ............................191
in rear seat ..............................191
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............270
instrument panel ....................271
interior .....................................272
plastic parts ............................270
washing ....................................268
waxing .....................................269
wheels ......................................269
wiper blades ............................271
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............93
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