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FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Compressor Oil 9.00 OZS. 0.26 L PAG 46 S
Air Cond Refrigerant F150 2.30 LBS. 1.04 KG R-134a S
Automatic Transmission Fluid F150,Trans Mfr CD 4R100,RWD 17.00 QTS. 16.08 L MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON MERCON, MERCON V and MERCON SP are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON, MERCON V and MERCON SP. Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. S
Brake Fluid N/A N/A MOTORCRAFT High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Fill to line on reservoir. S
Differential Gear Oil F150 Rear,10.25 inch axle 6.50 PTS. 3.07 L SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Gear Oil If the vehicle's rear axle is filled with a synthetic lubricant it is considered lubricated for life. Axle lubricant quantities should not need to be checked unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water. Add 8 oz. of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A, FORD Specification: (EST-M2C118-A), for complete refill of 10.25" and 10.50" Traction-Lok axles. S
Differential Gear Oil F150 Rear,8.8/9.75 inch axle 5.50 PTS. 2.6 L SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Gear Oil If the vehicle's rear axle is filled with a synthetic lubricant it is considered lubricated for life. Axle lubricant quantities should not need to be checked unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water. Service refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to 1/4" to 9/16" (6 to14 mm) below the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface. Add 4 oz. of Additive Friction Modifier or equivalent meeting FORD Specification: (EST-M2C118-A) for complete fill of 8.8" and 9.75 " Traction-Lok axles. S
Engine Coolant F150,5.4L Eng,Supercharger 4.20 QTS. 3.97 L MOTORCRAFT Premium Engine Coolant or MOTORCRAFT Premium Gold Engine Coolant If the vehicle's coolant is (green colored) use: MOTORCRAFT Premium Engine Coolant. If it is (yellow-colored) use: MOTORCRAFT Premium Gold Engine Coolant. S
Engine Coolant F150,5.4L Eng 23.90 QTS. 22.61 L FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid or FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant If the vehicle's coolant is (green color) use: FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid. If it is (orange color) use: FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant. S
Engine Oil Gas w/Filter 6.00 QTS. 5.67 L SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. S
Fuel Tank Long Wheelbase 30.00 GALS. 113.56 L S
Power Steering Fluid N/A N/A MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON V Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir. S
Windshield Washer Fluid 4.25 QTS. 4.02 L MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. S