Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1996 Ford RV Cutaway 5.8 HFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/o Rear AC | 7.00 OZS. | 0.2 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Rear A/C | 10.00 OZS. | 0.29 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | E350 | 12.00 QTS. | 11.35 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Model 61-1,Singel Rear Wheels | 5.80 PTS. | 2.74 L | Premium Rear Axle Oil | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Model 70-10,Dual Rear Wheels | 6.60 PTS. | 3.12 L | Premium Rear Axle Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | E350,5.8L Eng | w/o Air Cond | 20.00 QTS. | 18.92 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Add 1 qt. for heater, add 1.8 qts. for auxiliary heater. | S |
| Engine Coolant | E350 | 21.00 QTS. | 19.87 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Add 1 qt. for heater, add 1.8 qts. for auxiliary heater. | H | |
| Engine Oil | E350,5.8L Eng | w/o Filter | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. | S |
| Engine Oil | E350 | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | E350 | 22.10 GALS. | 83.65 L | Auxiliary Tank. 18 gals. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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