INTRODUCTION
Note. References to Econoline include Cutaway and RV Cutaway. References to Pickup include Cab & Chassis.
Use this article to find specifications related to servicing and on-vehicle adjustments. Use this article as a quick reference when you are familiar with proper adjustment procedures but need a specification.
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
| Application & Group | Cold Cranking Amps |
|---|
| Expedition, Explorer (5.0L), Mountaineer (5.0L) & Navigator | (1) |
| Econoline, Explorer (4.0L), Mountaineer (4.0L) & Pickup |
| Standard BXT-65 | 650 |
| Optional BXT-65 | 850 |
| Ranger Regular Cab 2.5L & 3.0L |
| Standard BX-58C | (1) |
| Optional BXT-65 | 650 |
| Regular Cab 4.0L & Super Cab |
| Standard BXT-65 | 650 |
| Optional BXT-65 | 850 |
| Villager |
| Standard | 450 |
| Optional | 575 |
| Windstar |
| 3.0L | 575 |
| 3.8L | 650 |
| (1) Information is not available from manufacturer. |
| (1) | Information is not available from manufacturer. |
COOLING SYSTEM CAPACITIES
| Application | Qts. (L) |
|---|
| Econoline |
| 4.2L |
| Without Rear Heater | 23.2 (22.0) |
| With Rear Heater | 25.4 (24.L) |
| 4.6L |
| Without Rear Heater | 25.0 (23.7) |
| With Rear Heater | 27.2 (25.7) |
| 5.4L |
| Without Rear Heater | 29.0 (27.4) |
| With Rear Heater | 31.0 (29.4) |
| 6.8L |
| Without Rear Heater | 30.6 (29.0) |
| With Rear Heater | 32.8 (31.0) |
| Expedition & Navigator |
| 4.6L |
| With One Row Radiator |
| With Auxiliary Rear Heater | 22.9 (21.7) |
| Without Auxiliary Rear Heater | 21.7 (20.5) |
| With Two Row Radiator |
| With Auxiliary Rear Heater | 24.8 (23.5) |
| Without Auxiliary Rear Heater | 23.0 (21.8) |
| 5.4L |
| With One Row Radiator |
| With Auxiliary Heater | 26.3 (24.9) |
| Without Auxiliary Heater | 23.9 (22.6) |
| With Two Row Radiator |
| With Auxiliary Heater | 27.9 (26.4) |
| Without Auxiliary Heater | 25.5 (24.1) |
| Explorer & Mountaineer |
| 4.0L OHV | 12.0 (11.4) |
| 4.0L SOHC | 14.0 (13.2) |
| 5.0L | 15.7 (14.9) |
| Pickup |
| 4.2L | 15.7 (14.9) |
| 4.6L & 5.4L | 19.4 (18.4) |
| 6.8L | 30.6 (29.0) |
| 7.3L Diesel | 29.0 (27.0) |
| Ranger |
| 2.5L |
| A/T | 10.2 (9.7) |
| M/T | 10.5 (10.0) |
| 3.0L |
| A/T | 14.8 (14.1) |
| M/T | 15.2 (14.4) |
| 4.0L |
| A/T | 13.2 (12.5) |
| M/T | 13.5 (12.8) |
| Villager | 11.2 (10.6) |
| Windstar | 16.0 (15.1) |
COOLING SYSTEM CAPACITIES
ENGINE OIL CAPACITIES
| Application | (1) Qts. (L) |
|---|
| 2.5L | 4.5 (4.3) |
| 3.0L | 4.5 (4.3) |
| 3.3L | 4.2 (4.0) |
| 3.8L | 5.0 (4.7) |
| 4.0L | 5.0 (4.7) |
| 4.2L | 6.0 (5.7) |
| 4.6L | 6.0 (5.7) |
| 5.0L | 5.0 (4.7) |
| 5.4L | 6.0 (5.7) |
| 6.8L | 6.0 (5.7) |
| 7.3L | 14.0 (13.2) |
| (1) Add 1/2 qt. if equipped with oil cooler. |
| (1) | Add 1/2 qt. if equipped with oil cooler. |
TRANSMISSION & TRANSFER CASE CAPACITIES
| Application | Quantity |
|---|
| Econoline |
| 4R70W Auto. (1) | 13.9 Qts. (13.1L) |
| E4OD Auto. (2) | 15.9 Qts. (15.0L) |
| Expedition, Navigator & Pickup |
| 4R70W Auto. (1) | 13.9 Qts. (13.1L) |
| E4OD Auto. (2WD) (2) | 15.9 Qts. (15.0L) |
| E4OD Auto. (4WD) (2) | 16.4 Qts. (15.5L) |
| 5-Speed Overdrive (2) |
| M5OD | 3.8 Qts. (3.6L) |
| Transfer Case Warner 1356 (2) | 2.0 Qts. (1.9L) |
| Explorer & Mountaineer |
| 4R70W Auto. (1) | 13.9 Qts. (13.2L) |
| 5R55E Auto. 2WD (1) | 9.5-10.0 Qts. (9.0-9.6L) |
| 5R55E Auto. 4WD (1) | 9.8 Qts. (10.3L) |
| 5-Speed Overdrive (2) |
| M5OD | 2.8 Qts. (2.7L) |
| Transfer Case (2) |
| AWD | 1.3 Qts. (1.2L) |
| 4WD | 1.5 Qts. (1.4L) |
| Ranger |
| Auto. (1) |
| 2WD |
| With 2.5L | 9.8 Qts. (9.3L) |
| With 3.0L Or 4.0L | 10.0 Qts. (9.5L) |
| 4WD | 10.3 Qts. (9.8L) |
| 5-Speed Overdrive (2) | 2.8 Qts. (2.7L) |
| Villager |
| 4F20E Auto. (2) | 8.8 Qts. (8.3L) |
| Windstar |
| AX4S Auto. (2) | 12.25 Qts. (11.6L) |
| (1) Use Mercon V (synthetic) automatic transmission fluid only. (2) Use Mercon automatic transmission fluid. |
| (1) | Use Mercon V (synthetic) automatic transmission fluid only. |
| (2) | Use Mercon automatic transmission fluid. |
TRANSMISSION & TRANSFER CASE CAPACITIES
DIFFERENTIAL FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Pts. (L) |
|---|
| Econoline |
| Rear |
| 8.8" & 9.75" Ford (1) (2) | 5.5-5.8 (2.60-2.80) |
| 9.75" Dana M60-1U (1) (2) | 6.3 (3.00) |
| 10.5" Dana M70-1HD (1) (2) | 7.5 (3.50) |
| 10.5" Dana M70-2U (1) (2) | 6.5 (3.10) |
| 11.5" Dana M80 (3) (2) | 8.3 (3.90) |
| Expedition & Navigator |
| Front (1) | 3.8 (1.80) |
| Rear (3) (2) | 5.5 (2.60) |
| Explorer & Mountaineer |
| Front (1) | 3.5 (1.7) |
| Rear (1) (2) (4) | 6.1-6.5 (2.90-3.10) |
| Pickup (F150 & F250) |
| Front | 3.6 (1.70) |
| Rear (2) | 5.5-5.8 (2.60-2.70) |
| Pickup (Super-Duty) |
| Front |
| Dana 50-IFS HD | 3.8 (1.80) |
| Dana 60 Monobeam | 5.8 (2.80) |
| Rear |
| 8.8" Ford | 5.5 (2.60) |
| 10.25" Ford (2) | 7.5 (3.50) |
| 11.25" Dana 80 | 8.3 (3.90) |
| Ranger |
| Front (1) | 3.0-3.6 (1.40-1.70) |
| Rear (1) (2) | 5.1-5.5 (2.40-2.60) |
| (1) 80W-90 gear lube. (2) Add 4-6 oz. (118-177 ml) friction modifier for Traction-Lok axles. (3) 75W-140 synthetic gear lube. (4) If equipped with 4.0L engine and 3.73 or 4.10 rear axle ratio, or with 5.0L engine, use 75W-140 synthetic gear lube. |
| (2) | Add 4-6 oz. (118-177 ml) friction modifier for Traction-Lok axles. |
| (3) | 75W-140 synthetic gear lube. |
| (4) | If equipped with 4.0L engine and 3.73 or 4.10 rear axle ratio, or with 5.0L engine, use 75W-140 synthetic gear lube. |
SERVICE INTERVALS & SPECIFICATIONS
| Component | Interval (Miles) (Regular Schedule) | Interval (Miles) (Severe Duty) |
|---|
| Gasoline Engines |
| Air Filter | 30,000 | 30,000 |
| Coolant | (1) 50,000 | 48,000 |
| Fuel Filter | 60,000 | (2) 50,000 |
| Oil & Filter | 5000 | 3000 |
| PCV Valve | 60,000 | 60,000 |
| Spark Plugs | (3) 100,000 | 60,000 |
| Transfer Case Oil | 60,000 | 30,000 |
| Automatic Trans. | (4) 30,000 | (5) |
| Manual Trans. | 60,000 | 30,000 |
| Diesel Engines |
| Air Filter | (6) | (6) |
| Coolant | (1) 50,000 | — |
| Fuel Filter | 30,000 | 15,000 |
| Oil & Filter | 5000 | 3,000 |
| (1) Change engine coolant initially at 50,000 miles and every 30,000 miles thereafter. (2) On Expedition, replace every 15,000 miles (severe duty). On Pickup, replace every 30,000 miles. (3) On 2.5L engine or natural gas powered models, replace spark plugs every 60,000 miles. (4) E4OD transmission has no normally scheduled fluid change requirement. (5) Information not available at time of publication. (6) Replace air filter when restriction gauge is in Red zone. |
| (1) | Change engine coolant initially at 50,000 miles and every 30,000 miles thereafter. |
| (2) | On Expedition, replace every 15,000 miles (severe duty). On Pickup, replace every 30,000 miles. |
| (3) | On 2.5L engine or natural gas powered models, replace spark plugs every 60,000 miles. |
| (4) | E4OD transmission has no normally scheduled fluid change requirement. |
| (5) | Information not available at time of publication. |
| (6) | Replace air filter when restriction gauge is in Red zone. |
DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT
| Application | New Belt Lbs. (kg) | (1) Used Belt Lbs. (kg) |
|---|
| Villager |
| Generator | 150-170 (68-77) | 130-140 (59-64) |
| A/C Comp. | 140-150 (64-68) | 110-130 (50-59) |
| P/S Pump. | 140-150 (64-68) | 110-130 (50-59) |
| All Others | (2) | (2) |
| (1) Any belt operated for 10 minutes. (2) Tension is correct if indicator is within limit marks. |
| (1) | Any belt operated for 10 minutes. |
| (2) | Tension is correct if indicator is within limit marks. |
ENGINE COMPRESSION
Check engine compression with engine at normal operating temperature, all glow (diesel) or spark plugs (gasoline) removed (on dual plugs, remove exhaust side only), and throttle wide open. Ensure crankcase is full and oil is of correct viscosity. With compression gauge installed, use remote starter switch to crank engine.
Crank engine at least 5 revolutions, and record highest reading. Repeat procedure for all cylinders, using approximately same number of revolutions. Lowest compression reading should not be less than 75 percent of highest compression reading. No cylinder compression reading should be less than 100 psi (7 kg/cm 2 ).
4-CYLINDER COMPRESSION RATIO SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Compression Ratio |
|---|
| 2.5L | 9.4:1 |
4-CYLINDER COMPRESSION RATIO SPECIFICATIONS
V6 COMPRESSION RATIO SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Compression Ratio |
|---|
| 3.0L | 9.14:1 |
| 3.3L | 8.9:1 |
| 3.8L | 9.4:1 |
| 4.0L OHV | 9.0:1 |
| 4.0L SOHC | 9.7:1 |
| 4.2L | 9.3:1 |
V6 COMPRESSION RATIO SPECIFICATIONS
V8 COMPRESSION RATIO SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Compression Ratio |
|---|
| 4.6L | 9.0:1 |
| 5.0L | 9.15:1 |
| 5.4L SOHC | 9.0:1 |
| 5.4L DOHC | 9.5:1 |
| 7.3L (Diesel) | 17.5:1 |
V8 COMPRESSION RATIO SPECIFICATIONS
V10 COMPRESSION RATIO SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Compression Ratio |
|---|
| 6.8L | 9.0:1 |
V10 COMPRESSION RATIO SPECIFICATIONS
VALVE CLEARANCE
Note. All models are equipped with hydraulic valve lifters; valve adjustment is not required. If valves are noisy or incorrect clearance is suspected, worn components are indicated. Check collapsed valve lifter clearance. See appropriate article in ENGINES.
HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE
| Application | Ohms |
|---|
| Except Villager | 7000 Per Foot |
| Villager | 9100 Per Foot |
HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE
SPARK PLUGS
Note. If reusing originally installed spark plugs, reinstall them in original position. Some cylinders use platinum ground electrodes and some cylinders use platinum positive electrodes. Replacement platinum spark plugs are double platinum electrode spark plugs and are used for all cylinders.
SPARK PLUG TYPE (4-CYLINDER)
| Application | Motorcraft No. |
|---|
| 2.5L | AWSF-32F, Or AWSTF-32F |
SPARK PLUG TYPE (4-CYLINDER)
SPARK PLUG TYPE (V6)
| Application | Motorcraft No. |
|---|
| 3.0L OHV |
| Ranger | (1) AWSF-32P/AWSF-32PG, Or (2) AGSF-32PP |
| Ranger (Flex-Fuel) | AGSF-12PP |
| Windstar | AWSF-32PP |
| 3.3L | AGSP-32FP |
| 3.8L | (1) AWSF-42EG/AWSF-42E, Or (2) AWSF-42EE |
| 4.0L OHV & SOHC |
| Cylinders No. 1-3 | (1) AGRF-22PG Or (2) AGSF-22PP |
| Cylinders No. 4-6 | (1) AGRF-22P Or (2) AGSF-22PP |
| 4.2L |
| Cylinders No. 1-3 | (1) AWSF-32PG, Or (2) AGSF-34EE |
| Cylinders No. 4-6 | (1) AWSF-32P, Or (2) AGSF-34EE |
| (1) Original spark plug. (2) Service spark plug. |
SPARK PLUG TYPE (V8)
| Application | Motorcraft No. |
|---|
| 4.6L |
| Econoline | AWSF-32P |
| Expedition | AWSF-22E, Or AWSF-32PP |
| F150 | AWSF-12E, Or AWSF-32PP |
| 5.0L |
| Cylinders No. 1-4 | (1) AGSF-32EG, Or (2) AWSF-32EE |
| Cylinders No. 5-8 | (1) AGSF-32E, Or (2) AWSF-32EE |
| 5.4L (2V) |
| Econoline (Except CNG), Expedition & F250/F350 Pickup | AWSF-22E |
| Econoline & F150 Pickup (CNG) | (3) AWSF-22FM1, Or (4) AGSF-22FMI |
| F150 Pickup (Lightning) | AGSF-12E, Or AGSF-12FMI |
| F150 Pickup (Except Lightning) | AWSF-12E, Or AWSF-22E |
| Navigator (4V) | AWSF-22E, Or AWSF-32P |
| (1) Original spark plug. (2) Service spark plug. (3) Applies to vehicles with build dates before February, 1999. (4) Applies to vehicles with build dates from February, 1999 and up. |
| (3) | Applies to vehicles with build dates before February, 1999. |
| (4) | Applies to vehicles with build dates from February, 1999 and up. |
SPARK PLUG TYPE (V10)
| Application | Motorcraft No. |
|---|
| 6.8L |
| Econoline | AWSF-22E, Or AWSF-22W |
| Excursion & Pickup | AWSF-22E |
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS (4-CYLINDER)
| Application | Gap - In. (mm) | Torque - Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|
| 2.5L | .042-.046 (1.07-1.17) | 7-14 (9-20) |
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS (4-CYLINDER)
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS (V6)
| Application | Gap - In. (mm) | Torque - Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|
| 3.0L | .042-.046 (1.07-1.17) | 7-14 (9-20) |
| 3.3L | .039-.043 (1.00-1.10) | 18 (25) |
| 3.8L | .052-.056 (1.32-1.42) | 7-14 (9-20) |
| 4.0L OHV & SOHC | .052-.056 (1.32-1.42) | 7-14 (9-20) |
| 4.2L | .052-.056 (1.32-1.42) | 7-14 (9-20) |
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS (V6)
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS (V8)
| Application | Gap - In. (mm) | Torque - Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|
| 4.6L | .052-.056 (1.32-1.42) | 7-14 (9-20) |
| 5.0L | .052-.056 (1.32-1.42) | 7-14 (9-20) |
| 5.4L (2V & 4V) | .052-.056 (1.32-1.42) | 7-14 (9-20) |
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS (V8)
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS (V10)
| Application | Gap - In. (mm) | Torque - Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|
| 6.8L | .052-.056 (1.32-1.42) | 7-14 (9-20) |
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS (V10)
FIRING ORDER & TIMING MARKS
Note. Use illustrations for firing order and timing marks. (Scheme 1)- (Scheme 21). Timing mark information is not available for all models.
Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (2.5L). Scheme 1
Scheme 1: Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (2.5L)
Scheme 2
Scheme 2: Spark Plug Wire Routing (2.5L)
Scheme 3
Scheme 3: Firing Order & Timing Marks (3.0L - Windstar)
Scheme 4
Scheme 4: Spark Plug Wire Routing (3.0L - Windstar)
Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (3.0L - VIN "U &V" & 4.0L - VIN "X"). Scheme 5
Scheme 5: Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (3.0L - VIN "U &V" & 4.0L - VIN "X")
Scheme 6
Scheme 6: Spark Plug Wire Routing (4.0L VIN "X")
Identifying Firing Order (3.3L). Scheme 7
Scheme 7: Identifying Firing Order (3.3L)
Scheme 8
Scheme 8: Firing Order & Timing Marks (3.8L)
Scheme 9
Scheme 9: Spark Plug Wire Routing (3.8L)
Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (4.0L - VIN "E"). Scheme 10
Scheme 10: Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (4.0L - VIN "E")
Scheme 11
Scheme 11: Spark Plug Wire Routing (4.0L - VIN "E")
Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (4.2L). Scheme 12
Scheme 12: Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (4.2L)
Scheme 13
Scheme 13: Spark Plug Wire Routing (4.2L)
Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (4.6L With Light-Duty Emissions). Scheme 14
Scheme 14: Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (4.6L With Light-Duty Emissions)
Scheme 15
Scheme 15: Spark Plug Wire Routing (4.6L With Light-Duty Emissions)
Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (5.0L). Scheme 16
Scheme 16: Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (5.0L)
Scheme 17
Scheme 17: Spark Plug Wire Routing (5.0L)
Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (5.4L). Scheme 18
Scheme 18: Identifying Firing Order & Timing Marks (5.4L)
Scheme 19
Scheme 19: Ignition Coils (5.4L & 6.8L)
Identifying Firing Order (6.8L). Scheme 20
Scheme 20: Identifying Firing Order (6.8L)
Identifying Firing Order (7.3L Diesel). Scheme 21
Scheme 21: Identifying Firing Order (7.3L Diesel)
IGNITION TIMING
Note. On all models with distributorless electronic ignition, manufacturer does not recommend checking ignition timing, as faulty readings are common and timing is not adjustable.
| Application | Degrees BTDC |
|---|
| Villager | 13-17 |
| All Others | 8-10 |
FUEL PUMP
IDLE SPEED & MIXTURE
Note. Idle mixture is not adjustable. For additional information, see SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V article.
THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR
Note. Throttle Position (TP) sensor is not serviceable. If TP sensor service is required, see CIRCUIT TEST DH in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V article.
TP SENSOR OUTPUT (VILLAGER)
| Throttle Position | (1) Voltage |
|---|
| Closed | .4 |
| 1/4 | 1.3 |
| Half Open | 2.2 |
| 3/4 | 3.1 |
| Fully Open | 4.1 |
| (1) Values may vary by 15 percent. |
| (1) | Values may vary by 15 percent. |
TP SENSOR OUTPUT (VILLAGER)
TP SENSOR OUTPUT (EXCEPT VILLAGER)
| Throttle Angle Degrees | (1) Volts |
|---|
| Clockwise |
| 20 | 1.00 |
| 40 | 2.00 |
| 60 | 3.00 |
| 80 | 3.80 |
| 100 | 4.50 |
| Counterclockwise |
| 0 | 1.00 |
| 20 | 2.00 |
| 40 | 3.00 |
| 60 | 3.80 |
| 80 | 4.65 |
| (1) Throttle position may vary by 6 percent. For testing, refer to TEST DH in SELF - DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V article. |
| (1) | Throttle position may vary by 6 percent. For testing, refer to TEST DH in SELF - DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V article. |
TP SENSOR OUTPUT (EXCEPT VILLAGER)
