6. Replace the air filter housing
cover and secure the clamps. Be
sure that the air cleaner cover tabs
are engaged into the slots of the air
cleaner housing.
Note:
Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe
engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to
the engine if the correct air filter element is not used.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component
3.5L V6 Engine
Engine air filter element
FA-1884
Battery
BXT-65–750
Oil filter
FL-400-S
PCV valve
EV-257
1
Spark plugs
SP-411
2
1
The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items
listed in
scheduled maintenance information
and is essential to the
life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
For PCV valve replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance information
for the appropriate intervals for
changing the PCV valve.
Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design
specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent
replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any
damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used.
2
For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance information
for the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void
for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
2009 Flex
(471)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA
(fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
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