General Procedures: Fill

WARNING: Do not mix oil types. Any mixture or any unapproved oil could lead to seal deterioration and leaks. A leak could ultimately cause loss of fluid, which could result in a loss of power steering assist.

Fig 1: Filling Reservoir

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Fill the reservoir.
- Use Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose (ATF) XT-2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
Remove the powertrain control module (PCM) relay to disable the vehicle.

Fig 2: Identifying Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Relay
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Raise the front wheels off the floor.

CAUTION: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow the starter to cool for 1 minute before cranking again. Premature starter failure can occur.

CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump could occur.

Fig 3: Identifying Steering Wheel

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Turn the steering wheel from stop-to-stop while cranking the engine.
Lower the vehicle.

CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.

Fill the reservoir.
- Use Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose (ATF) XT-2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
  
  Fig 4: Filling Reservoir
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the powertrain control module (PCM) relay.

Fig 5: Identifying Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Relay
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: If the power steering is noisy and accompanied by evidence of aerated fluid, it will be necessary to purge the power steering system. For additional information, refer to Purging .

Clear the diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). For additional information, refer to the appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article.
- Run vehicle and check the system for leaks.