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FIND YOUR WAY Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 General Maintenance Information ...4-5 Owner Checks and Services ...6 General Owner's Information Keep It Genuine Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Keep It Genuine ...7-11 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...14-28 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ...29-41 Special Operating Conditions ...42-45 Exceptions ...46-47 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant Change Record ...48 Scheduled Maintenance 3
FIND YOUR WAY Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 General Maintenance Information ...4-5 Owner Checks and Services ...6 General Owner's Information Keep It Genuine Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Keep It Genuine ...7-11 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...14-28 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ...29-41 Special Operating Conditions ...42-45 Exceptions ...46-47 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant Change Record ...48 Scheduled Maintenance 3
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...'s Information Special Operating Conditions: If you feel you may not operate your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under ЉExceptionsЉ on page 46 • Engine oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant - time and mileage based interval • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last... vehicle under normal / everyday day conditions, but primarily under the special operating conditions outlined below . For the most closely mirrors your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineflmservice.com, then go to follow . You will need to all , if...
...'s Information Special Operating Conditions: If you feel you may not operate your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under ЉExceptionsЉ on page 46 • Engine oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant - time and mileage based interval • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last... vehicle under normal / everyday day conditions, but primarily under the special operating conditions outlined below . For the most closely mirrors your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineflmservice.com, then go to follow . You will need to all , if...
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... parts and foreign material. Inspect steering and linkage. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Inspect for cracks, chips and pitting. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - In order to ensure your vehicle keeps running right, it is important that you have the systems on your... the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer (if equipped with a dipstick) Inspect tires...
... parts and foreign material. Inspect steering and linkage. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Inspect for cracks, chips and pitting. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - In order to ensure your vehicle keeps running right, it is important that you have the systems on your... the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer (if equipped with a dipstick) Inspect tires...
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... tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (F450/550 and E ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under 6,000 ❑ Gross Vehicle Weight (except 5.4L 3V engines). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Rotation...
... tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (F450/550 and E ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under 6,000 ❑ Gross Vehicle Weight (except 5.4L 3V engines). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Rotation...
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... replaced within last 100,000 miles). Inspect PCV for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and (see pages 42 and 46). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front...
... replaced within last 100,000 miles). Inspect PCV for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and (see pages 42 and 46). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front...
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... filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if DEALER VALIDATION: equipped with dipstick. Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO...
... filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if DEALER VALIDATION: equipped with dipstick. Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO...
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.../shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension (see pages 42 and 46). and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft...
.../shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension (see pages 42 and 46). and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft...
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...axles (see "Owner's Guide" for life. Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ 5 years or 100,000 miles - The 3,000 mile lube change may be waived if the axle was filled with Ford-design axles are several exceptions to be changed anytime an axle has ...lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. change Premuim Gold coolant (whichever comes first) ❑ After initial change Premium Gold coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (see appropriate schedule on ...
...axles (see "Owner's Guide" for life. Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ 5 years or 100,000 miles - The 3,000 mile lube change may be waived if the axle was filled with Ford-design axles are several exceptions to be changed anytime an axle has ...lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. change Premuim Gold coolant (whichever comes first) ❑ After initial change Premium Gold coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (see appropriate schedule on ...
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PREMIUM GOLD COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Current mileage goes here => Add 50,000 miles to the current miles + 50,000 Next change due at this mileage => Or Today's date ...
PREMIUM GOLD COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Current mileage goes here => Add 50,000 miles to the current miles + 50,000 Next change due at this mileage => Or Today's date ...
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Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 261 263 264 268...
Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 261 263 264 268...
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire pressure warning 9 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire pressure warning 9 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... immediately by your authorized dealer. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Check transaxle: Illuminates when a transaxle problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. ...the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. • Without Message Center • With Message Center Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 12 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Stop the vehicle as soon as possible,...
... immediately by your authorized dealer. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Check transaxle: Illuminates when a transaxle problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. ...the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. • Without Message Center • With Message Center Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 12 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Stop the vehicle as soon as possible,...
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...is running or hot. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. • Without Message Center To ...switch the display from Metric to English, press and hold the button on how to switch the display from Metric to English. 16 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. At normal operating temperature, the...
...is running or hot. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. • Without Message Center To ...switch the display from Metric to English, press and hold the button on how to switch the display from Metric to English. 16 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. At normal operating temperature, the...
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... and try again; this will return to bring in exhaust fumes. Use of an engine block heater is present in fresh air. 218 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is strongly recommended if you live in at... ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in the night before starting and heater/defroster performance. Take precautions to 5 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release ...
... and try again; this will return to bring in exhaust fumes. Use of an engine block heater is present in fresh air. 218 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is strongly recommended if you live in at... ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in the night before starting and heater/defroster performance. Take precautions to 5 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release ...
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Do not use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze ...Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 264 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Only use any special washer fluid such as the windshield... 40° F (4.5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in the engine coolant reservoir. Refer to use of injury or accident. They may harm engine and cooling system components. Maintenance and ...
Do not use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze ...Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 264 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Only use any special washer fluid such as the windshield... 40° F (4.5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in the engine coolant reservoir. Refer to use of injury or accident. They may harm engine and cooling system components. Maintenance and ...
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...R1060). Follow your local authorized recycling center to be checked at the "FULL COLD" level or within the "COLD FILL RANGE" in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50-50 mixture ... may need to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. Refer to -34°F (-36°C). 270 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the concentration of coolant should be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned. If the battery has been disconnected or a...
...R1060). Follow your local authorized recycling center to be checked at the "FULL COLD" level or within the "COLD FILL RANGE" in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50-50 mixture ... may need to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. Refer to -34°F (-36°C). 270 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the concentration of coolant should be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned. If the battery has been disconnected or a...
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Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is obtained. 271 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Add the mixture to the reservoir. When the engine is low or empty, add engine coolant to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate...
Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is obtained. 271 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Add the mixture to the reservoir. When the engine is low or empty, add engine coolant to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate...
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... • A large amount of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, VC-2 and VC-3 (US) or CXC-209 (Canada), meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Note: Use of coolant and water to the coolant. Add the proper mixture of Motorcraft Cooling... be drained and refilled with a non-pressurized cap on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is hot. Alcohol and other vehicles which have a 272 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These can burn...
... • A large amount of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, VC-2 and VC-3 (US) or CXC-209 (Canada), meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Note: Use of coolant and water to the coolant. Add the proper mixture of Motorcraft Cooling... be drained and refilled with a non-pressurized cap on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is hot. Alcohol and other vehicles which have a 272 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These can burn...
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...with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. 273 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replace the cap. Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in an overflow system, fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is ... proper level. It may have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system. Turn until pressure begins to release. 3. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use the cloth to turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. If you are sure ...
...with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. 273 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replace the cap. Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in an overflow system, fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is ... proper level. It may have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system. Turn until pressure begins to release. 3. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use the cloth to turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. If you are sure ...
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...in which you drive. If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of automotive fluids. Severe climates If you drive in extremely ... protection at the temperatures in this section. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in your community's regulations and standards for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 274 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...
...in which you drive. If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of automotive fluids. Severe climates If you drive in extremely ... protection at the temperatures in this section. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in your community's regulations and standards for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 274 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...