Service quick specs OEM factory data
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.0 qt of 5W-20 API engine oil, GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 140-150 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 10.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
Lubricants & capacities
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Ford Mercon LV |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 13.9 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | GL-5 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 8 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 5W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6.0 qt |
| Engine Oil | 5W-20 · API |
Engine torques
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 19.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 10.0 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 7 ft-lbs |
Chassis torques
| Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket | 258.0 ft-lbs |
| Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle | 98.0 ft-lbs |
| Leaf Spring Rear Shackle to Chassis Bracket | 98.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 140-150 ft-lbs |
Ignition
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Motorcraft |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.043-0.047 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 10.0 ft-lbs |
| Ignition Timing | 10 |
Battery & A/C
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 65 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 650 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 65 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 650 cca |
Service checks
| Pressure Test | 18-20 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 180-207 °F |
| Pressure Test | 13-18 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 13-18 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 188-195 °F |
| Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO) | 55-60 |
| RPM | 55-60 @ Idle rpm |
| Injector Primary Resistance | 11-18 na ohms |
Brakes
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 27 ft-lbs / 45 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 195 ft-lbs / 166 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.118; Rear: 0.039 in |
| Rotor Runout Limit | 0.002 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 1.511 in / 1.354 in |
Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
| 1 | 17 ft. lbs. Step 2: 32 ft. lbs., Step 3: 105 | 17 ft. lbs |
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
| 1 | 89 ft. lbs., step 2: loosen one turn 37 ft. lbs. step 3: 90 | 89 ft. lbs |
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
| 1 | 66 ft. lbs., step 2: loosen one turn 37 ft. lbs., step 3: 90 | 66 ft. lbs |
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts with the specified engine oil.
| 1 | 30.0 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Loosen bolts 360 degrees | 360 degrees |
| 4 | 30 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 5 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 6 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts with the specified engine oil.
| 1 | 30.0 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 59 | 15 ft. lbs |
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
| 1 | install 8 new exhaust manifold stud | 9 ft. lbs |
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
| 1 | 1.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 18 | 1.5 ft. lbs |
Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 97,500 mi; coolant every 45,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 45,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.
| Every 7,500 mi | Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Air Conditioning Refrigerant Line (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) |
| Every 15,000 mi | Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) |
| Every 30,000 mi | Engine Air Filter Element (replace) |
| Every 45,000 mi | Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) |
| Every 60,000 mi | Wheel Bearing (repack) |
| Every 97,500 mi | Spark Plugs (replace) |
| At 105,000 mi | Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) |
| At 150,000 mi | Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace) |
Recalls NHTSA · verified
Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
19V271000Equipment Adaptive/MobilityReported 03/04/2019
Mobility Specialists, Inc. (Mobility Specialists) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Ford E-150 and Transit vans modified to be equipped with Ricon S-Series and K-Series wheel chair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning… Remedy: Mobility Specialists, working with Ricon, has notified the owners. Ricon will provide instructions and materials for replacing defective parts. Owners may contact Ricon customer…
15V729000Equipment Adaptive/MobilityReported 04/11/2015
MobilityWorks (WMK Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vans modified by MobilityWorks to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair… Remedy: MobilityWorks will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts…