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.
2000 Ford Expedition 5.4 L, RWDFACTORY 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 | 9.00 OZS. | 0.26 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Rear A/C | 11.00 OZS. | 0.32 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/Auxiliary Air Cond | 3.88 LBS. | 1.75 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/o Auxiliary Air Cond | 2.32 LBS. | 1.05 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 4R100,RWD | 15.90 QTS. | 15.04 L | MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON | DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | MOTORCRAFT High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid | Fill to line on reservoir. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 5.80 PTS. | 2.74 L | SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 5.4L Eng | w/1 Row Radiator and Auxiliary Rear Heater | 26.30 QTS. | 24.88 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid (green color) and water | DO NOT use FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange color). | S |
| Engine Coolant | 5.4L Eng | w/1 Row Radiator | 23.90 QTS. | 22.61 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid (green color) and water | DO NOT use FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange color). | S |
| Engine Coolant | 5.4L Eng | w/2 Row Radiator and Auxiliary Rear Heater | 27.90 QTS. | 26.4 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid (green color) and water | DO NOT use FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange color). | S |
| Engine Coolant | 5.4L Eng | w/2 Row Radiator | 25.50 QTS. | 24.13 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid (green color) and water | DO NOT use FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange color). | S |
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 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 | RWD | w/Standard Suspension | 26.00 GALS. | 98.42 L | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | w/Rear load level suspension | 30.00 GALS. | 113.56 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON V | Fill to line on reservoir. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
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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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