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General Procedures: Fill

    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.
    Fig 1: Identifying Reservoir Tank Markings
    G01370563Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Fill the reservoir.
    • Use Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
  2. Remove the ENGINE fuse to disable the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Identifying Engine Fuse
    G01370564Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Raise the front wheels off the floor; for additional information, refer to JACKING & HOISTING .
    4. 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.
    Fig 3: Turning Steering Wheel
    G01370565Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Turn the steering wheel from stop-to-stop while cranking the engine.
  5. Lower the vehicle.
    6. CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
    Fig 4: Identifying Reservoir Tank Markings
    G01370566Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Fill the reservoir.
    • Use Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
  7. Install the ENGINE fuse.
    Fig 5: Identifying Engine Fuse
    G01370567Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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