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2Add 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 axles.
3Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCONand MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONand MERCONV. Refer to yourScheduled Maintenance
Guideto determine the correct service interval.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.6L V8 engine
Cubic inches 281
Required fuel 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition system Coil on plug
Compression ratio 9.4:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS (AT CURB MASS)
Vehicle dimensions mm (in)
(1) Overall length 5382 (211.9)
(2) Overall width 1987 (78.2)
(3) Overall height 1485 (58.5)
(4) Wheelbase 2911 (114.6)
(5) Track - Front 1611 (63.4)
(5) Track - Rear 1666 (65.6)
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Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and
transfer case (if equipped).
Transmission/Transaxle code designations
You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certification
label which is located on the door pillar. The following table tells you
which transmission or transaxle each code represents.
Truck application:
Code Transmission Description
Manual transmission
M Manual 5–speed (AKK))
C Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio)
W Manual 5–speed overdrive (Dana ZF)
G Manual 6–speed ZF
Automatic transmission
Y Automatic 4–speed overdrive (CD4E)
U Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R70W)
T Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R44E)
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Code Transmission Description
E Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R100)
J Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55E)
Electric
H One speed electric
D Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R44E)
R Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55S)
Passenger car application:
Code Transmission/Transaxle Description
Front wheel drive manual transaxle
R5–speed overdrive (MTX75)
W5–speed overdrive (M5)
Front wheel drive automatic transaxle
A4–speed overdrive (4F27E)
E4–speed overdrive (4FE)
J3–speed (Mazda)
L4–speed overdrive (AX4S)
P4–speed overdrive (4F20E)
X4–speed overdrive (4F50N)
Y4–speed overdrive (CD4E)
Rear wheel drive manual transaxle
55–speed (Mazda M5)
Rear wheel drive automatic transmission
U4–speed overdrive (4R70W)
A5–speed overdrive (5R55N)
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................128
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ................104, 108
and child safety seats ............106
description ......................104, 108
disposal ....................................111
driver air bag ..................106, 109
indicator light .................108, 110
operation .........................106, 109
passenger air bag ...........106, 109
side air bag ..............................108
Air cleaner filter ...............210, 224
Air conditioning ..........................33
Air suspension ...........................132
description ..............................132
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................190
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................128
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................20, 23, 26
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................134
fluid, adding ............................207
fluid, checking ........................207
fluid, refill capacities ..............225
fluid, specification ..................228
Auxiliary power point .................55
Axle
lubricant specifications ..226, 228
refill capacities ........................225
traction lok ..............................137
B
Battery .......................................188acid, treating emergencies .....188
jumping a disabled battery ....159
maintenance-free ....................188
replacement, specifications ...224
servicing ..................................188
BeltMinder ...................................99
Brakes ................................127–128
anti-lock ...................................128
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............129
fluid, checking and adding ....207
fluid, refill capacities ..............225
fluid, specifications .........226, 228
lubricant specifications ..226, 228
shift interlock ..........................133
Bulbs ............................................40
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....225
CD changer .................................29
Cell phone use ............................71
Certification Label ....................230
Changing a tire .........................153
Child safety restraints ..............111
child safety belts ....................111
Child safety seats ......................114
attaching with tether straps ..118
in front seat ............................115
in rear seat ..............................115
Cigar lighter
Power Point ..............................55
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............176
instrument panel ....................178
interior .....................................178
interior trim ............................178
plastic parts ............................177
Index
Index
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washing ....................................175
waxing .....................................175
wheels ......................................176
wiper blades ............................177
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............33
Clock adjust
AM/FM/CD .................................24
AM/FM/Tape ..............................27
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................22
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................50
Console ........................................71
overhead ..............................48–49
Controls
power seat .................................89
steering column ........................62
Coolant
checking and adding ..............190
refill capacities ................194, 225
specifications ..................226, 228
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................59
Customer Assistance ................144
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................180
Ford Extended Service Plan .168
Getting assistance
outside the U.S. and Canada .172
Getting roadside assistance ...144
Getting the service
you need .................................166
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................173
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................168
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............171D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................36
Defrost
rear window ..............................35
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................207
engine oil .................................184
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........226
Driving under special
conditions ..................................137
through water .........................137
E
Electronic message center .........67
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................159
Emission control system ..........204
Engine ........................................228
cleaning ...................................176
coolant .....................................190
fail-safe coolant ......................195
idle speed control ...................188
lubrication
specifications ..................226, 228
refill capacities ........................225
service points ..........................183
starting after a collision .........145
Engine block heater .................126
Engine oil ..................................184
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................184
checking and adding ..............184
dipstick ....................................184
filter, specifications ........187, 224
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Rear window defroster ...............35
Relays ................................146, 153
Remote entry system ...........74, 76
illuminated entry ......................78
locking/unlocking doors ...........75
opening the trunk .....................76
panic alarm ...............................76
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................78
Roadside assistance ..................144
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........103
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ............90, 93–97
Safety defects, reporting ..........174
Safety restraints ..............90, 93–97
belt minder ...............................99
extension assembly ................103
for adults .............................94–97
for children .............................111
lap belt ......................................98
safety belt maintenance .........103
warning light and chime ....98–99
Safety seats for children ..........114
Seat belts (see
Safety restraints) ........................90
Seats ............................................86
child safety seats ....................114
front seats .................................86
SecuriLock passive
anti-theft system ...................82–84
Servicing your vehicle ..............181
Setting the clock
AM/FM/CD .................................24
AM/FM/Tape ..............................27
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................22Spark plugs,
specifications .....................224, 228
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................226, 228
Speed control ..............................59
Starting your vehicle .......123–124,
126
jump starting ..........................159
Steering
speed sensitive .......................132
Steering wheel
controls ......................................62
tilting .........................................47
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................47
Tires ...........................153, 211–212
alignment ................................219
care ..........................................217
changing ..................153, 155, 159
checking the pressure ............217
label .........................................217
replacing ..................................222
rotating ....................................219
safety practices .......................222
sidewall information ...............213
snow tires and chains ............223
spare tire .................................154
terminology .............................212
tire grades ...............................212
treadwear ........................211, 221
Towing .......................................140
recreational towing .................143
trailer towing ..........................140
wrecker ....................................165
Traction control ........................130
Traction-lok rear axle ...............137
Transmission .............................133
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