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.
2001 Ford Cutaway 7.3 FFACTORY 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 | 13.00 OZS. | 0.38 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/Auxiliary Air Cond | 4.00 LBS. | 1.81 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/o Auxiliary Air Cond | 2.75 LBS. | 1.24 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 16.40 QTS. | 15.52 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 | Dana 10.5 inch,w/(M70-1HD) | 7.50 PTS. | 3.54 L | Fill to 1/4" to 3/4" (6 mm to 19 mm) below bottom of fill hole. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Dana 10.5 inch,w/(M70-2U) | 6.60 PTS. | 3.12 L | Fill to 1/4" to 3/4" (6 mm to 19 mm) below bottom of fill hole. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Dana 11.25 inch,w/(model 80) | 8.25 PTS. | 3.9 L | SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Gear Oil | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Dana 9.75 inch,w/(M60-IU) | 6.30 PTS. | 2.98 L | Fill to 1/4" to 3/4" (6 mm to 19 mm) below bottom of fill hole. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | w/8.8 inch conventional,w/9.75 inch conventional,w/Trac-Lock | 5.60 PTS. | 2.64 L | If Rear Axle is filled with a Synthetic Lubricant it is considered lubricated for life. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 7.3L Eng | 31.00 QTS. | 29.33 L | FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid or FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant | If the vehicle's coolant is (green color) use: FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid. If it is (orange color) use: FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Diesel | w/Filter | 17.00 QTS. | 16.08 L | SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Motor Oil or SAE 10W-30 Super Duty | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. | S |
| Fuel Tank | Diesel | 35.00 GALS. | 132.48 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON | Fill to line on reservoir. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 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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