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... change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or ... Way ...2 General Maintenance Information ...4 Owner Checks and Services ...7 Normal Schedule ...9 Mileage Intervals ...10 Exceptions ...33 Special Operating Conditions ...35 Maintenance and Service Record ...37 Yellow Coolant Change Record ...48 All rights reserved.
... change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or ... Way ...2 General Maintenance Information ...4 Owner Checks and Services ...7 Normal Schedule ...9 Mileage Intervals ...10 Exceptions ...33 Special Operating Conditions ...35 Maintenance and Service Record ...37 Yellow Coolant Change Record ...48 All rights reserved.
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...This maintenance frequency represented in one of vehicle operators will need to the Normal Schedule for further clarification, please see your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in this schedule typifies what the vast majority of the more frequently, see your vehicle under these ... • Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - fuel tank intervals • Class A Motorhome - maintenance and lubrication • Yellow coolant - For specific recommendations, see page 35. General Maintenance Information General Maintenance Information Which Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow?
...This maintenance frequency represented in one of vehicle operators will need to the Normal Schedule for further clarification, please see your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in this schedule typifies what the vast majority of the more frequently, see your vehicle under these ... • Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - fuel tank intervals • Class A Motorhome - maintenance and lubrication • Yellow coolant - For specific recommendations, see page 35. General Maintenance Information General Maintenance Information Which Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow?
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... rubber weatherstrips and clean body and door drain holes safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation cooling system fluid level and coolant strength battery connections and clean if necessary clutch fluid level, if equipped 5,000 Miles Adjust clutch by lifting pedal (manual transmission...
... rubber weatherstrips and clean body and door drain holes safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation cooling system fluid level and coolant strength battery connections and clean if necessary clutch fluid level, if equipped 5,000 Miles Adjust clutch by lifting pedal (manual transmission...
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... steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 15
... steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 15
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... steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage...
... steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage...
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... Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect tires for wear. Replace spark plugs Change yellow coolant (see exceptions page 33 and record page 48) Replace the PCV on all passenger cars and light trucks under 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page...
... Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect tires for wear. Replace spark plugs Change yellow coolant (see exceptions page 33 and record page 48) Replace the PCV on all passenger cars and light trucks under 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page...
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... steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Replace camshaft belt (Villager) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect...
... steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Replace camshaft belt (Villager) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect...
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... steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage...
... steering linkage, suspension, and if equipped driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage...
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... and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change orange engine coolant, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (See page 34) Replace accessory...
... and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change orange engine coolant, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (See page 34) Replace accessory...
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They are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Change brake fluid Every 30,000 miles - Change automatic transmission fluid 33 Change yellow coolant (whichever comes first) After initial change - Inspect NGV fuel tanks from the date of tank manufacture Every 5 years - Replace NGV fuel... tanks from the date of tank manufacture Class A Motorhome Every two years - Change yellow coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (see page 48) Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Every 3 years - Inspect propane fuel tanks from vehicle build...
They are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Change brake fluid Every 30,000 miles - Change automatic transmission fluid 33 Change yellow coolant (whichever comes first) After initial change - Inspect NGV fuel tanks from the date of tank manufacture Every 5 years - Replace NGV fuel... tanks from the date of tank manufacture Class A Motorhome Every two years - Change yellow coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (see page 48) Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Every 3 years - Inspect propane fuel tanks from vehicle build...
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Yellow Coolant Change Record Yellow Coolant Change Record Date: 3 Years Next Date or Current Mileage: 50,000 Miles + 50,000 Next Mileage: \ \ + 3 Dealer's Stamp: Date: 3 Years \ \ + 3 Dealer's Stamp: Next Date or Current Mileage: 50,000 Miles + 50,000 Next Mileage: Date: 3 Years \ \ + 3 Dealer's Stamp: Next Date or Current Mileage: 50,000 Miles + 50,000 Next Mileage: Date: 3 Years \ \ + 3 Dealer's Stamp: Next Date or Current Mileage: 50,000 Miles + 50,000 Next Mileage: 48
Yellow Coolant Change Record Yellow Coolant Change Record Date: 3 Years Next Date or Current Mileage: 50,000 Miles + 50,000 Next Mileage: \ \ + 3 Dealer's Stamp: Date: 3 Years \ \ + 3 Dealer's Stamp: Next Date or Current Mileage: 50,000 Miles + 50,000 Next Mileage: Date: 3 Years \ \ + 3 Dealer's Stamp: Next Date or Current Mileage: 50,000 Miles + 50,000 Next Mileage: Date: 3 Years \ \ + 3 Dealer's Stamp: Next Date or Current Mileage: 50,000 Miles + 50,000 Next Mileage: 48
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid MAX MIN Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Jack Low tire warning 9
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid MAX MIN Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Jack Low tire warning 9
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...SELECT/RESET 8 L H 0 0 0 0 0 0 .0 BRAKE CHECK ! P FUEL AIR THEFT BAG SERVICE ENGINE SOON LOW FUEL O/D OFF ABS CAP Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the C H temperature of the engine coolant. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. If it enters...the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the key is removed from the ignition and the driver's door is overheating. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 15 GAUGES Base instrument cluster gauges 50 40 C H 60 70 80 100 120 30 20 10...
...SELECT/RESET 8 L H 0 0 0 0 0 0 .0 BRAKE CHECK ! P FUEL AIR THEFT BAG SERVICE ENGINE SOON LOW FUEL O/D OFF ABS CAP Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the C H temperature of the engine coolant. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. If it enters...the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the key is removed from the ignition and the driver's door is overheating. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 15 GAUGES Base instrument cluster gauges 50 40 C H 60 70 80 100 120 30 20 10...
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... a grade. 16 Battery voltage gauge Indicates battery L H voltage. Steam and scalding liquid from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. If the coolant is in the fuel tank. Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil L H pressure. The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is not at... your dealership or by a qualified technician. This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in the normal range (the area between the "L" and "H"); If the pointer moves...
... a grade. 16 Battery voltage gauge Indicates battery L H voltage. Steam and scalding liquid from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. If the coolant is in the fuel tank. Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil L H pressure. The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is not at... your dealership or by a qualified technician. This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in the normal range (the area between the "L" and "H"); If the pointer moves...
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..., shift into gear and drive. Take precautions to floor and hold. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting the vehicle. Turn the key to respond quickly. If the temperature is present in the night before starting , warms up . 5. To prevent...
..., shift into gear and drive. Take precautions to floor and hold. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting the vehicle. Turn the key to respond quickly. If the temperature is present in the night before starting , warms up . 5. To prevent...
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...or local regulations on level ground. 2. Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in the cooling system may restrict the use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification ESR-M17P5-A . Protect yourself from engine heat. 199 Only use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive. Turn the engine off and wait... system. Open the hood. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Add fluid to Lubricant specifications in the engine coolant reservoir. Refer to fill the reservoir if the level is highlighted with a symbol. The reservoir is low.
...or local regulations on level ground. 2. Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in the cooling system may restrict the use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification ESR-M17P5-A . Protect yourself from engine heat. 199 Only use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive. Turn the engine off and wait... system. Open the hood. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Add fluid to Lubricant specifications in the engine coolant reservoir. Refer to fill the reservoir if the level is highlighted with a symbol. The reservoir is low.
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... 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. Coolant concentration testing is possible with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. A 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • freeze protection down to -36° C ...8226; protection against rust and other forms of corrosion • enables calibrated gages to a freeze point of coolant falls below , add coolant per the instructions in the Adding Engine Coolant section. Your vehicle was factory-filled with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the Rotunda Battery and...
... 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. Coolant concentration testing is possible with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. A 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • freeze protection down to -36° C ...8226; protection against rust and other forms of corrosion • enables calibrated gages to a freeze point of coolant falls below , add coolant per the instructions in the Adding Engine Coolant section. Your vehicle was factory-filled with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the Rotunda Battery and...
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...water. Maintenance and Specifications • 4.6L SOHC V8 engine When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be burned if you badly. Refer to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. Do not... add engine coolant when the engine is obtained. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the "cold fill level" as listed on hot engine parts. 207 Note: Automotive ...
...water. Maintenance and Specifications • 4.6L SOHC V8 engine When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be burned if you badly. Refer to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. Do not... add engine coolant when the engine is obtained. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the "cold fill level" as listed on hot engine parts. 207 Note: Automotive ...
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... result in degraded corrosion protection. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may be drained and refilled with either green-colored Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A or yellow-colored Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D with your vehicle is filled with a 50/50 mixture of engine...
... result in degraded corrosion protection. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may be drained and refilled with either green-colored Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A or yellow-colored Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D with your vehicle is filled with a 50/50 mixture of engine...
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... engine Note: Use the following procedure when refilling the cooling system of a vehicle equipped with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approved recycling process (see Use of Recycled Engine Coolant section). Maintenance and Specifications water as soon as possible. The cooling system is cool, wrap a ... releases. 4. Failure to follow these steps to the coolant. Water alone (without engine coolant) can come out forcefully when the cap is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. To reduce the risk of the engine coolant. • Do not mix with a 3.8L V6...
... engine Note: Use the following procedure when refilling the cooling system of a vehicle equipped with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approved recycling process (see Use of Recycled Engine Coolant section). Maintenance and Specifications water as soon as possible. The cooling system is cool, wrap a ... releases. 4. Failure to follow these steps to the coolant. Water alone (without engine coolant) can come out forcefully when the cap is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. To reduce the risk of the engine coolant. • Do not mix with a 3.8L V6...