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9. Remove the headlamp bulb
retaining nuts.

10. Remove the headlamp bulb
assembly.

11. Slide the headlamp level and
bracket off the bulb assembly and
remove.

12. Twist headlamp housing
counterclockwise to remove
headlamp bulb from socket.

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To install the new low beam headlamp bulb:

1. Insert the new bulb into the
socket and twist clockwise to lock
into place.

2. Pull the headlamp level and
bracket over the bulb assembly and
snap into place.

3. Insert the bulb assembly into the
socket opening.

4. Install the retaining nuts. Tighten
them 1/4 turn past finger tight.

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5. Position the low beam headlamp
housing cover over the bulb
assembly and rotate clockwise to
lock into place.

6. Match the remaining wire
connectors with their proper mates
and reinstall.

7. Reinstall the top bolts. Tighten
1/2 turn past finger tight.

8. Reinstall the retaining screw at
the corner of the headlamp
assembly.

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9. Replace the sight shield.

10. Reconnect the battery ground
cable and close the hood.

Replacing the high beam headlamp bulb

To remove the high beam headlamp bulb:

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.

2. Lift the hood and remove the
sight shield located above the
headlamps.

3. Remove the high beam headlamp
housing cover by rotating it 1/4 turn
counterclockwise.

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4. Rotate the plastic bulb base
counterclockwise and pull the bulb
assembly out of the housing.

5. Pull the bulb socket retaining clip
outward while carefully pulling up
on the plastic base of the bulb.

To install the new high beam headlamp bulb:

1. Hold the bulb by its plastic base
and insert it into the socket.

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2. Push the bulb down into the
socket until the retaining clip snaps
over it.

3. Carefully insert the bulb assembly
into the headlamp housing while
aligning the locking tabs.

4. Rotate the bulb assembly
clockwise to lock it into place.

5. Position the headlamp cover over
the bulb assembly. Align the tabs
and rotate clockwise to lock into
place.

6. Replace the sight shield and close
the hood.

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Using the right bulbs

Function

Trade Number

Headlamp low beam

9500

Headlamp high beam

9005

Park and turn lamp (front)

3157 NAK

Side marker lamp (front)

168

Cornering lamp (front)

3156

Tail lamp, brakelamp, turn lamp

3057K

Side marker (rear)

168

Backup lamp

3156

License plate lamp

168

High-mount brakelamp

3157K

Luggage compartment lamp

912

Dome/map lamp (with moon roof)

906

Dome lamp

906

Map lamp

168

Sun visor lighted mirror

Part # ES9Z-13466-B

Front door courtesy lamp/dual floorwell lamp

168

Rear reading/courtesy

912

Glove compartment

194

Ashtray

194

To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

Your vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device (VHAD)
on each headlamp body. Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the
horizontal direction (left/right) and the vertical position (up/down).

A non-zero bubble reading does not necessarily indicate out-of-aim
headlamps. If your vehicle is not positioned on a level surface, the slope
will be included in the level indicator. Therefore, vertical headlamp
adjustment should be performed only when beam direction appears to be
incorrect or a level surface can not be verified.

The horizontal aim must be adjusted first. You will need one 4 mm box
wrench or open end wrench.

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The following procedure assumes that the vehicle’s front structure is
properly aligned. If the vehicle has been in an accident requiring the
front end of the vehicle to be repaired, the horizontal indicator should be
recalibrated by the service facility.

Horizontal aim adjustment

1. With the hood open, locate the
horizontal indicator and adjusting
screw.

2. Use a 4 mm wrench to turn the
horizontal adjusting screw until the
reference mark on the reflector
extension aligns with the “0”
reference mark on the horizontal
indicator when viewed directly from
above.

3. When the horizontal aim has been
adjusted, close the headlamp access
panel.

Vertical aim adjustment

The numbers shown on the vial indicate beam direction in degrees up or
down.

1. Do not adjust the vertical aim until after adjusting the horizontal aim.

2. With the hood open, locate the
bubble level vertical aim indicator. It
is visible when viewed from the
above rear of the headlamp.

3. Use a 4 mm wrench to turn the
vertical adjusting screw until the
reference mark on the reflector
extension aligns with the “0”
reference mark on the vertical
indicator when viewed directly from
above.

4. Close the hood.

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CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE

Refer to the “Customer Assistance Guide” for a list of Ford-approved
cleaners, polishes and waxes.

Washing your vehicle

Wash your vehicle regularly with
cold or lukewarm water. Never use
strong detergents or soap. If your
vehicle is particularly dirty, use a
quality car wash detergent. Always
use a clean sponge, washing glove
or similar device and plenty of water
for best results. To avoid spots,
avoid washing when the hood is still
warm, immediately after or during
exposure to strong sunlight.

During winter months, it is especially important to wash the vehicle on a
regular basis. Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to
remove and also cause damage to the vehicle. Remove any exterior
accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash.

After washing, apply the brakes several times to dry them.

Waxing your vehicle

Wax when water stops beading on the surface. This could be every three
or four months, depending on operating conditions.

Use only carnauba or synthetic-based waxes. Remove any bugs and tar
before waxing vehicle. Use cleaning fluid or alcohol with a clean cloth to
remove. Use tar remover to remove any tar spots.

Repairing paint chips

Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired with
touch-up paint, repair foil or aerosol paint spray from the Ford accessory
line. Observe the application instructions on the products.

Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout immediately.

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Cleaning the wheels

Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle. Do not use
acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong detergents. Never
use abrasives that will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces. Use a
tar remover to remove grease and tar.

Cleaning the engine

Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
• Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high

pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.

• Do not spray with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or

other engine components.

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning

the engine.

• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the

running engine may cause internal damage.

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Cleaning plastic exterior parts

Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. Clean with a tar remover if
necessary. Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents or
petroleum-based cleaners.

Cleaning the exterior lamps

Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. Use glass
cleaner or tar remover if necessary.

To avoid scratching the lamps, do not use a dry paper towel, chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners.

Cleaning the wiper blades

If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean the windshield and wiper
blades with undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent.
Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging the blades, do not
use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents.

Cleaning the instrument panel

Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.

Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver
from undesirable windshield reflection.

Cleaning the interior fabric

Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.
Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions that come with
the cleaner.

Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts

Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the belts, because
these actions may weaken the belt webbing.

Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no
nicks, wear or cuts. If your vehicle has been involved in an accident,
refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety
restraints chapter.

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Underbody

Flush the complete underside of vehicle frequently. Keep body drain
holes unplugged. Inspect for road damage.

Cleaning leather seats (if equipped)

For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more
thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap.

If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water
solution, the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available
cleaning product “Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner” and a 3M “Type T’
scrubbing pad by using the following steps;

The type of scrubbing pad is very critical because the common 3M
“Scotch Brite” green pad is too aggressive and will damage the
leather surface
• Spray a small amount of the leather cleaner on the pad and rub the

area to be cleaned with the pad using a circular motion. Only clean 1/4
of the area at a time. For heavily soiled areas, spray the cleaner
directly onto the leather (two squirts should be adequate) and rub
with the pad. Repeat if necessary.

• Use a soft, damp cloth to remove the loosened dirt and foam.
• Dry with a soft cloth.

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Do not use household cleaners, glass cleaner, alcohol solutions or
cleaner intended for vinyl, rubber or plastics. These products can
damage the leather.

In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet
clothing (wool, denim, leathers or other non-colorfast garments)
comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, the
leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent
staining.

“Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner” (product number AS-300) is
available from “First Brands” by calling 1–800–726–1001. This product
may also be available at many local automotive after market stores.

3M “Type T” Clean And Finish Scrubbing Pads (UPC 04011–01276) are
available through your local 3M distributor. Call 1–800–742–9649 for the
nearest distributor in your area.

PART NUMBER

PART NAME

(Obtain Locally)

Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner

(Obtain Locally)

3M

9Type T9 Clean and Finish

Scrubbing Pads

Woodtone trim

Wipe stains with a soft cloth and a multi-purpose cleaning solution.

Inside windows

Use glass cleaner for the inside windows if they become fogged.

Cleaning mirrors

Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials. Use a
soft cloth and mild detergent and water. Be careful when removing ice
from outside mirrors because you may damage the reflective surface.

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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS

Component

4.6L engine

Air filter

FA-1602

Fuel filter

FG-881

Battery (standard)

BXT-65-650

Battery (optional)

BXT-65-850

Oil filter

FL-820S

PCV valve

EV-111

Spark plugs*

AWSF-32EE**

* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for
spark plug gap information.

** If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in
the same cylinder. Cylinders No. 1, 2, 3 and 4 have a “EG” suffix.
Cylinders No. 5, 6, 7 and 8 have a “E” suffix. If a spark plug needs to
be replaced, use only spark plugs with the same service part number
suffix letter “EE” as shown on the engine decal.

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REFILL CAPACITIES

Fluid

Ford Part Name

Capacity

Engine oil
(includes filter
change)

Motorcraft 5W30 Super
Premium Motor Oil

5.7L (6.0 quarts)

Brake fluid

Ford High Performance DOT
3 Brake Fluid

Fill to line in
reservoir

Power steering
fluid

Motorcraft MERCON

t ATF

Fill to line in
reservoir

Transmission fluid

Motorcraft MERCON

tV ATF 12.0L (12.8 quarts)

Engine coolant

Ford Premium Cooling
System Fluid

15.1L (16.0 quarts)

Fuel tank

N/A

68.1L (18.0
gallons)

Rear axle fluid

1

Motorcraft SAE 80W90 Rear
Axle Lubricant

1.4-1.5L (2.9-3.1
pints)

Windshield washer
fluid

Ultra-Clear Windshield
Concentrate

Fill to line in
reservoir

1

Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm

(1/4 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole.

Rear axles are considered lubricated for life when the vehicle is used for
normal service. See your “Service Guide” for Severe Duty requirements.

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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS

Item

Ford part name

Ford part
number

Ford
specification

Brake master
cylinder

High Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake Fluid

C6AZ-
19542-AB

ESA-M6C25-A,
DOT 3

Door
weatherstrips

Silicone Lubricant

C0AZ-19553-
AA and
D7AZ-
19553-AA

ESR-M13P4-A

Engine coolant

Ford Premium
Cooling System
Fluid

E2FZ-
19549-AA

ESE-M97B44-A

Engine oil

Motorcraft 5W-30
Super Premium
Motor Oil

XO-5W30-
QSP

WSS-M2C153-G
with API
Certification
Mark

Hinges, latches
and striker
plates

Multi-Purpose
Grease

DOAZ-
19584-AA

ESR-M1C159-A
and
ESB-M1C93-B

Lock cylinders

Penetrating
Lubricant

E8AZ-
19A501-B

N/A

Power steering
reservoir

Motorcraft
MERCON

t ATF

XT-2-QDX

MERCON

t

Automatic
transmission
(4R70W)

Motorcraft
MERCON

tV ATF

XT-5-QM

MERCON

tV

Windshield
washer fluid
reservoir

Ultra-Clear
Windshield Washer
Concentrate

C9AZ-19550-
AC or BC

ESR-M17P5-A

Rear axle

Motorcraft Premium
Rear Axle Lubricant

XY-80W90-QL WSL-M2C197-A

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