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...Fullsize Vans & SUVs'' and ''Cars & Minivans'') and ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule to follow, ask your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury Dealership, or visit our website at low-speeds for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below , you ...6 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner 's Information fuel tank inspection intervals Class A Motorhome - If so, follow . change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid Normal vehicle axle - It's important to follow the maintenance schedule that most part, do you drive your vehicle under normal...
...Fullsize Vans & SUVs'' and ''Cars & Minivans'') and ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule to follow, ask your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury Dealership, or visit our website at low-speeds for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below , you ...6 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner 's Information fuel tank inspection intervals Class A Motorhome - If so, follow . change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid Normal vehicle axle - It's important to follow the maintenance schedule that most part, do you drive your vehicle under normal...
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...drain holes. battery connections and clean if necessary. air pressure in spare tire. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for wear and function. engine oil fluid level. Check Every Six Months for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check... more information. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. See owner's guide for wear and proper air pressure. parking brake for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check function of all hinges, latches, door check straps (see dealer) and outside locks. OWNER ...
...drain holes. battery connections and clean if necessary. air pressure in spare tire. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for wear and function. engine oil fluid level. Check Every Six Months for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check... more information. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. See owner's guide for wear and proper air pressure. parking brake for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check function of all hinges, latches, door check straps (see dealer) and outside locks. OWNER ...
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...This can help identify any potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑...❑ Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. ❑ Check windshield for crack, chips and pitting. ❑ Inspect for oil and fluid leaks. ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter. ❑ Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. ❑ Check shocks and struts and ...
...This can help identify any potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑...❑ Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. ❑ Check windshield for crack, chips and pitting. ❑ Inspect for oil and fluid leaks. ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter. ❑ Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. ❑ Check shocks and struts and ...
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.../550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 15 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect...
.../550 and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 15 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect...
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...for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, halfshafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if ... equipped. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Change automatic transmission fluid on all vehicles equipped with zerk fittings. Replace engine air filter. Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise. Inspect exhaust...
...for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, halfshafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if ... equipped. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Change automatic transmission fluid on all vehicles equipped with zerk fittings. Replace engine air filter. Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise. Inspect exhaust...
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lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/...,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Rotation recommended for endplay and noise. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect wheel ends for ❑...
lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/...,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Rotation recommended for endplay and noise. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect wheel ends for ❑...
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...bearings (F Super Duty). Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see page 46). Inspect wheel ends for your particular requirements. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with 4R100. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect ... VANS & SUVS 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace engine air filter.
...bearings (F Super Duty). Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see page 46). Inspect wheel ends for your particular requirements. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with 4R100. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect ... VANS & SUVS 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace engine air filter.
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Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 21...
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 21...
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... and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Rotation recommended for your particular requirements. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect fuel tanks (natural gas and propane only). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Consult..., FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking...
... and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Rotation recommended for your particular requirements. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect fuel tanks (natural gas and propane only). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Consult..., FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking...
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...). Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front...
...). Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front...
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...if equipped with 4R100. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (except 5.4L 3V engine, see page 46). Consult your dealer). Replace... miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Change automatic transmission fluid on 4 cylinder engine (2.0L Escape). Change manual transmission...
...if equipped with 4R100. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (except 5.4L 3V engine, see page 46). Consult your dealer). Replace... miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Change automatic transmission fluid on 4 cylinder engine (2.0L Escape). Change manual transmission...
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...; After initial change Premium Gold coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (see appropriate schedule on pages 43-44. Change brake fluid ❑ Every 30,000 miles - They are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Inspect propane fuel tanks ❑ Every 15... years from the date of tank manufacture - Change automatic transmission fluid Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Scheduled Maintenance 45 Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are listed below: Maximim Oil...
...; After initial change Premium Gold coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (see appropriate schedule on pages 43-44. Change brake fluid ❑ Every 30,000 miles - They are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Inspect propane fuel tanks ❑ Every 15... years from the date of tank manufacture - Change automatic transmission fluid Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Scheduled Maintenance 45 Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are listed below: Maximim Oil...
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... Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002...
... Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002...
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... ON position when the engine is not running, or in braking performance may occur. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by applying the parking brake when the ignition is not charging properly. 11 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
... ON position when the engine is not running, or in braking performance may occur. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by applying the parking brake when the ignition is not charging properly. 11 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
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Engine coolant reservoir 5. Power distribution box 166 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.9L-4V V8 engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Air filter assembly 6. Engine oil filler cap 2.
Engine coolant reservoir 5. Power distribution box 166 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.9L-4V V8 engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Air filter assembly 6. Engine oil filler cap 2.
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... FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to your dealer immediately. Use only MERCON V automatic transmission fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is running. 188 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Use of your brake system could be compromised, seek service from your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled...
... FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to your dealer immediately. Use only MERCON V automatic transmission fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is running. 188 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Use of your brake system could be compromised, seek service from your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled...
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Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) Motorcraft Premium...coolant 2 3.9L-4V V8 engine 11.3L (11.9 quarts) Power steering fluid Rear axle 3 All All Fill to MAX line on reservoir 1.2-1.3L (2.5-2.7 pints) Fuel tank Transmission fluid 4 All Automatic (5R55S) 68.2L (18.0 gallons) 11.2L (11.9 quarts) 5 205 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) Motorcraft Premium...coolant 2 3.9L-4V V8 engine 11.3L (11.9 quarts) Power steering fluid Rear axle 3 All All Fill to MAX line on reservoir 1.2-1.3L (2.5-2.7 pints) Fuel tank Transmission fluid 4 All Automatic (5R55S) 68.2L (18.0 gallons) 11.2L (11.9 quarts) 5 205 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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...Ford specifications. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is not mandatory. DO NOT MIX MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenace Guide to meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. 6 5 206 2004 Thunderbird...type originally equipped in this chapter. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Windshield washer fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Application All Capacity Fill to line on reservoir Use only brake fluids certified to determine the correct service interval. 4 ...
...Ford specifications. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is not mandatory. DO NOT MIX MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenace Guide to meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. 6 5 206 2004 Thunderbird...type originally equipped in this chapter. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Windshield washer fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Application All Capacity Fill to line on reservoir Use only brake fluids certified to determine the correct service interval. 4 ...
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Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Brake fluid Ford part name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 Silicone Lubricant Multi-Purpose Grease Ford part number PM-1 Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 Door weatherstrips Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, door hinges, striker plates, seat tracks and fuel filler door hinge...) XO-5W20-QSP (US) CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M97B51-A1 WSS-M2C153-H with API Certification Mark XL-1 none XT-2-QDX MERCON 207 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Brake fluid Ford part name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 Silicone Lubricant Multi-Purpose Grease Ford part number PM-1 Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 Door weatherstrips Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, door hinges, striker plates, seat tracks and fuel filler door hinge...) XO-5W20-QSP (US) CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M97B51-A1 WSS-M2C153-H with API Certification Mark XL-1 none XT-2-QDX MERCON 207 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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...MERCONV ATF 3 Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford part Ford number specification XY-75W90-QFEHP Automatic transmission fluid Windshield washer fluid XT-5-QM MERCONV ZC-32-A WSB-M8B16-A2 1 Use only brake fluids certified to determine the correct service interval. 3 2... ENGINE DATA Engine Displacement Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Compression ratio 3.9L-4V V8 engine 3 949 cc (241 cid) 91 octane 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 Coil on plug 10.75:1 208 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) ...
...MERCONV ATF 3 Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford part Ford number specification XY-75W90-QFEHP Automatic transmission fluid Windshield washer fluid XT-5-QM MERCONV ZC-32-A WSB-M8B16-A2 1 Use only brake fluids certified to determine the correct service interval. 3 2... ENGINE DATA Engine Displacement Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Compression ratio 3.9L-4V V8 engine 3 949 cc (241 cid) 91 octane 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 Coil on plug 10.75:1 208 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) ...