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Quick Lookups: Fluids

FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Refrigerant 2.56 LBS. 1.16 KG R-12 For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". S
Automatic Transmission Fluid 12.30 QTS. 11.64 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S
Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 3 Brake Fluid Fill at master cylinder to 1/4" from top. S
Engine Coolant Normally Aspirated 11.60 QTS. 10.97 L 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water Specification: ESE M97B44 A. S
Engine Oil w/Filter 5.00 QTS. 4.73 L SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) S
Engine Oil w/o Filter 4.00 QTS. 3.78 L SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) S
Fuel Tank 19.00 GALS. 71.92 L S
Manual Transmission Fluid 3.50 PTS. 1.65 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S
Power Steering Fluid 1.60 PTS. 0.75 L MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Type F S
Windshield Washer Fluid N/A N/A Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Fluid Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. S