Ford Excursion (2000 year). Manual — part 51

Cleaning the interior fabric

Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.
Remove fresh spots immediately. Do not use household or glass cleaners.
These agents can stain and discolor the fabric. Use a mild soap and
water solution if necessary.

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.

Cleaning leather seats (if equipped)

To clean, simply use a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild soap.
Wipe the leather again with a damp cloth to remove soap residue. Dry
with a soft cloth. For tougher soiling concerns, Ford recommends using
the Deluxe Leather Care Kit F8AZ-19G253–AA, which is available from
your Ford Dealer. This mild cleaner and special pad, cleans the leather
and maintains its natural beauty. Follow the instructions on the cleaner
label. Regular cleaning of your leather upholstery helps maintain its
resiliency and color.

Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions,
solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl or plastics.

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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS

Component*

5.4L V8 engine

6.8L V10 engine

Air filter element

FA-1634

FA-1634

Fuel filter

FG-986B

FG-986B

Oil filter

FL-820-S

FL-820-S

PCV valve

EV-233

EV-233

Battery

BXT-65-750

BXT-65-750

Spark plugs-platinum**

AWSF-22E

AWSF-22E

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

REFILL CAPACITIES

Fluid

Ford Part

Name

Application

Capacity

Front axle

Motorcraft SAE
75W-90
Premium 4x4
Front Axle
Lubricant

4X4 vehicles

1.8L (3.8 pints)

Rear axle

1

Motorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant

All

3.3L (6.9 pints)

2

Brake fluid

High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
Fluid

All

Fill to line on
reservoir

Engine coolant-
Gasoline engines

3

Premium Engine
Coolant

5.4L V8 engine

25L
(26.4 quarts)

4

6.8L V10 engine

27.0L
(28.5 quarts)

4

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Fluid

Ford Part

Name

Application

Capacity

Engine
coolant-Diesel
engine

Refer to your 7.3L Diesel Supplement

Engine oil
(includes filter
change)-Gasoline
engines

Motorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super
Premium Motor
Oil

All

5.7L
(6.0 quarts)

Engine oil
(includes filter
change)-Diesel
engine

Refer to your 7.3L Diesel Supplement

Fuel tank

N/A

All

166.6L
(44.0 gallons)

Power steering
fluid

Motorcraft
MERCON

t ATF

All

Fill to line on
dipstick

Transfer case
fluid (if
equipped)

Motorcraft
MERCON

t ATF

4x4 vehicles

1.9L
(2.0 quarts)

Transmission
fluid

5

Motorcraft
MERCON

t ATF

4x2 vehicles

16.1L
(17.1 quarts)

6

4x4 vehicles

16.7L
(17.7 quarts)

6

Windshield
washer fluid

Ultra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
Concentrate

All

4.2L
(1.1 gallons)

1

Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic lubricant. 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.

2

Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or

equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill
of Traction-Lok axles.

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Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle to the
bottom of the filler hole with the specified lubricant.

3

Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE Ford

Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding engine
coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter.

4

If equipped with auxiliary rear heater, add an additional 1.4 L (1.5

quarts).

5

Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission

fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine
the correct service interval.

Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCON

t and MERCONt V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used

in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON

t type

fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCON

t V type fluid.

MERCON

t and MERCONt V type fluids are not interchangeable.

DO NOT mix MERCON

t and MERCONt V. Use of a transmission

fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON

t and MERCONt V) in

an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON

t may

cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.

6

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.

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