Fluid
Ford Part Name
Capacity
Engine coolant
4
Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)
17.6L (18.6 quarts)
Fuel tank
N/A
71.9L (19.0 gallons)
Rear axle lubricant
5
Motorcraft SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant
2.4L (5.0 pints)
6
Windshield washer
fluid
Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
Concentrate
Fill to line on reservoir
1
Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to
Lubricant Specifications
in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended.
However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.
2
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCON
威
and
MERCON
威
V are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCON
威
and
MERCON
威
V. Refer to the
scheduled maintenance information
to
determine the correct service interval.
3
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.
4
Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
5
Rear axles are considered lubricated for life when the vehicle is used for
normal service. See your
scheduled maintenance information
for
Severe Duty requirements.
6
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axle.
For limousine, use 2.1-2.3L (4.50-4.75 pints) of Motorcraft SAE 75W-140
High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant or equivalent meeting Ford
specification WSL-M2C192-A for complete refill of rear axle.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to
14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole.
7
Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine
oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification
WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
2005 Town Car
(tow)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English
(fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
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