Ford 1999 F-150 User Manual download pdf (Page 186)

3. Add only enough fluid through

the filler opening so that the fluid

level is at the bottom of the

opening.

Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Capacities

and specifications chapter.

DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE

Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require

lubrication. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for maintenance

intervals. If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints

equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be necessary.

BATTERY

Your vehicle is equipped with a

Motorcraft maintenance-free battery

which normally does not require

additional water during its life of

service.

However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the

battery electrolyte level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for

the service interval schedules.

Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the “level indicator”.

Do not overfill the battery cells.

If the electrolyte level in the battery is low, you can add plain tap water

to the battery, as long as you do not use hard water (water with a high

mineral or alkali content). If possible, however, try to only fill the battery

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Ford 1999 F-150 User Manual Page 186