General Procedures: Fill

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Do not mix oil types, any mixture or any unapproved oil could lead to seal deterioration and leaks. A leak could ultimately cause loss of fluid, which could result in a loss of power steering assist.

Fill the reservoir.
- Use Motorcraft® MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or equivalent meeting Ford Specification MERCON®.
  
  Fig 1: Filling Power Steering Reservoir (1 Of 2)
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  
  Fig 2: Filling Power Steering Reservoir (2 Of 2)
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To prevent the vehicle from starting, disconnect the wiring at the ignition coil(s).
Raise the front wheels off the floor.

CAUTION: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow the starter to cool for 1 minute before cranking again. Premature starter failure can occur.

CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump could occur.

Turn the steering wheel from stop-to-stop while cranking the engine.
Lower the vehicle.

CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.

Fill the reservoir.
- Use Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or equivalent meeting Ford Specification MERCON®.
  
  Fig 3: Filling Power Steering Reservoir (1 Of 2)
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  
  Fig 4: Filling Power Steering Reservoir (2 Of 2)
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the wiring at the ignition coil(s).