ENGINE DATA
Engine
3.0L-4V V6 engine
3.9L-4V V8 engine
Displacement
2 968 cc (181 cid)
3 949 cc (241 cid)
Required fuel
91 octane
91 octane
Firing order
1-4-2-5-3-6
1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Spark plug gap
1.30-1.45 mm
(0.051-0.057 inch)
0.99-1.09 mm
(0.039-0.043 inch)
Ignition system
Coil on plug
Coil on plug
Compression ratio
10.5:1
10.55:1
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
•
Use only the specified fuel listed.
•
Avoid running out of fuel.
•
Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•
Have the items listed in your scheduled maintenance guide performed
according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed in the scheduled maintenance
guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its
emissions system.
If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of the “Check Engine” light, charging system warning light
or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or
loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is
not working properly.
Maintenance and Specifications
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