Maintenance and Specifications
• Cables or chains should only be used on the rear wheels.
• Install cables or chains securely, verifying that the cables or chains do
not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
• Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables or chains rub or bang against
the vehicle, stop and retighten them. If this does not work, remove the
cables or chains to prevent vehicle damage.
• Avoid overloading your vehicle.
• Remove the cables or chains when they are no longer needed.
• Do not use cables or chains on dry roads.
• Do not exceed 48 km/h (30 mph) with tire cables or chains on your
vehicle.
Consult your dealer for information on other Ford approved methods of
traction control.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component
Air filter element
Fuel filter
4.0L SOHC V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine
FA-1695
FA-1695
FG-986B
FG-986B
Battery
Oil filter
BXT-65-650
FL-820S
BXT-65-650
FL-820S
PCV valve
Spark plugs*
EV-243
AGSF-22PP **
F6ZE-6C324-CA
AGSF-32PM
* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
** If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the
same cylinder. If a spark plug needs to be replaced, use only spark plugs
with the service number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal.
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