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Maintenance and Specifications

ENGINE DATA Engine1
Cubic inches

Required fuel

Firing order Ignition system

Spark plug gap

4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine 281
87 octane or (E-85)2
1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Coil on plug

1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Coil on plug

1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
Coil on plug

415
87 octane

330
87 octane

0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42mm) 9.4:1

0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42mm) 9.0:1

0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42mm) 9.0:1

Compression ratio 1Refer to the 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine information. 24.6L V8 FFV engines only.

Engine drivebelt routing

• 4.6L V8 and 5.4L V8 Engines without A/C

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• 4.6L V8 and 5.4L V8 Engines with A/C

• 6.8L V10 Engine

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

Complete Ford built vehicles The vehicle identification number is attached to your vehicle in the following places: • The top of the instrument panel on the driver’s side.

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Maintenance and Specifications • On the certification label. This label is required by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is made of special material. If it is tampered with, it will be destroyed or a destruction pattern will appear.

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number

Certification label for incomplete vehicles On completed derivations of incomplete vehicles, the certification label is affixed at a location determined by a subsequent stage manufacturer of the completed vehicle. In these cases the completed vehicle is manufactured in two or more stages by two or more separate manufacturers.

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TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents.

Description Five-speed automatic TorqShift-diesel engine with overdrive cancel Four-speed automatic overdrive (4R75E) Five-speed automatic TorqShift-gasoline engine with Tow/Haul

Code

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Accessories

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessories found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective accessories. The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit: • 12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or • the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty. Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty. The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories. Not all accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online store at: www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.

Exterior style Bug shields Deflectors Running boards Splash guards

Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats

Lifestyle Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories

Peace of mind Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication system Remote start Vehicle security systems

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For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for specific weight information.

• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician.

• Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your

vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use. • To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver’s side hood. • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to

the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability.

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acid, treating emergencies .....240
battery saver .............................35
jumping a disabled battery ....210
maintenance-free ....................240
replacement, specifications ...270
servicing ..................................240
Belt-Minder威 ...............................82
Booster seats ...............................98
Brakes ........................................167
anti-lock ...........................167–168
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................168
fluid, checking and adding ....263
fluid, refill capacities ..............271
fluid, specifications .................271
lubricant specifications ..........271
parking ....................................168
shift interlock ..........................176
Bulbs ............................................41

Capacities for refilling fluids ....271
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................200
Child safety restraints ................98
child safety belts ......................98
Child safety seats ......................101
in front seat ............................102
in rear seat ..............................102
tether anchorage hardware ...105

Child safety seats - booster seats .............................................98
Cleaning your vehicle

engine compartment ..............228
exterior ....................................231
instrument panel ....................230
interior .....................................230
plastic parts ............................229

Index

Accessory delay ..........................53
AdvanceTrac ..............................170
Air cleaner filter ...............268–270
Airbag supplemental restraint system ..........................................87
and child safety seats ..............89
description ................................87
disposal ......................................91
driver airbag ..............................89
indicator light ...........................91
operation ...................................89
passenger airbag .......................89
passenger deactivation switch ........................................92
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ................243
Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ......................167–168
Anti-theft system ........................66
arming the system ....................67

Audio system (see Radio) ......................20, 22, 26
Automatic transmission

driving an automatic overdrive .................178, 180, 183
fluid, adding ............................264
fluid, checking ........................264
fluid, refill capacities ..............271
fluid, specification ..................271
Auxiliary power point .................51
Axle

lubricant specifications ..........271
refill capacities ........................271
traction lok ..............................174

Battery .......................................240

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Dipstick

automatic transmission fluid ..........................................264
engine oil .................................237

Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ....................................264
Driving under special conditions

through water .........................188

Emergencies, roadside

jump-starting ..........................210
Emergency Flashers .................190
Emission control system ..........259
Engine ........................................274
cleaning ...................................228
coolant .....................................243
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe cooling .......................248
idle speed control ...................240
lubrication specifications .......271
refill capacities ........................271
service points ..........................235
starting after a collision .........191
Engine block heater .................165
Engine oil ..................................237
checking and adding ..............237
dipstick ....................................237
filter, specifications ........239, 270
recommendations ...................239
refill capacities ........................271
specifications ..........................271
Event data recording ....................6
Exhaust fumes ..........................165

Fail safe cooling ........................248

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safety belts ..............................230
washing ....................................226
waxing .....................................227
wheels ......................................227
wiper blades ............................229

Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ......32–34
Clock adjust

6-CD in dash .......................24, 28
AM/FM .......................................21
Compass, electronic ....................50
calibration .................................51
set zone adjustment .................50

Console

overhead ..............................48–49

Controls

power seat .................................71

Coolant

checking and adding ..............243
refill capacities ................247, 271
specifications ..........................271

Cruise control (see Speed control) ....................54
Customer Assistance ................189
Ford Extended Service Plan ...222
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ..............223
Getting roadside assistance ...189
Getting the service you need .........................................218
Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................224
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................222

Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ................................36

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Index

Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....249
Fluid capacities .........................271
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles

preparing to drive your vehicle .....................................174
Fuel ............................................249
calculating fuel economy .......256
cap ...........................................252
capacity ...................................271
choosing the right fuel ...........254
comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates .................259
detergent in fuel .....................254
filling your vehicle with fuel ...........................249, 252, 256
filter, specifications ........249, 270
fuel pump shut-off switch .....191
improving fuel economy ........256
octane rating ...................254, 274
quality ......................................255
running out of fuel .................256
safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................249

Fuel - flex fuel vehicle (FFV) .................................249, 254
Fuses ..................................192–193