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FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Compressor Oil 7.00 OZS. 0.2 L PAG 46 S
Air Cond Refrigerant 2.25 LBS. 1.02 KG R-134a Due to late changes always refer to A/C specification label. S
Automatic Transmission Fluid 13.90 QTS. 13.15 L Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON S
Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 3 Brake Fluid Fill to line on reservoir. S
Differential Gear Oil Rear Axle,7.5" Conventional 3.00 PTS. 1.41 L Premium Rear Axle Gear Oil S
Differential Gear Oil Rear Axle,7.5" Traction-Lok 2.75 PTS. 1.3 L Premium Rear Axle Gear Oil Add 4 oz. of Additive Friction Modifier (C8AZ-19B546-A). S
Differential Gear Oil Rear Axle,8.8" Conventional 3.50 PTS. 1.65 L Premium Rear Axle Gear Oil S
Differential Gear Oil Rear Axle,8.8" Traction-Lok 3.25 PTS. 1.53 L Premium Rear Axle Gear Oil Add 4 oz. of Additive Friction Modifier (C8AZ-19B546-A). S
Engine Coolant 3.8L Eng w/Heater 12.50 QTS. 11.82 L 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water S
Engine Oil 3.8L Eng 5.00 QTS. 4.73 L SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. S
Fuel Tank 18.00 GALS. 68.13 L S
Power Steering Fluid 1.60 PTS. 0.75 L Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON V S
Windshield Washer Fluid N/A N/A Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Fluid Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. S