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FORD FIVE-HUNDRED (2005–2007): Full Technical Specs & OBD2 Diagnostics
Built 2005–2007 · all production years covered on this single page
3.0L V6 • Gasoline
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Repair cost8.5
Parts & repairability5.8
Maintenance & durability7.1
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Every figure on this Ford Five-Hundred (2005–2007) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.
The Ford Five-Hundred (2005–2007) uses Motorcraft 5W-20 Synthetic Blend engine oil. Its battery is group 96R (BCI), rated at 590A cold-cranking amps. It is powered by a 3.0L V6 engine. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.
Common problems
Common repairs
Scheduled maintenance
Fluids & lubricants
Battery
Fault codes (OBD2)
Dashboard lights
Parts comparator
Accessories & tools
Tyres
Recalls & TSB
Complaints
Workshops nearby
COMMON PROBLEMS
Engine overheatingFREQUENT
Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.
Related codes: P0217
Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT
ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.
Related codes: P0522
Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT
Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.
Related codes: P0524
Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT
Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.
Related codes: P0606
Throttle actuatorFREQUENT
Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.
Related codes: P2100
COMMON REPAIRS
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Medium
1.2h
€84 – €108
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Medium
1.2h
€84 – €108
Engine oil change
Difficulty: Easy
0.5h
€35 – €45
ABS Module
Difficulty: Hard
2.4h
€168 – €216
AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS
Prices may vary by area and workshop.
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)
Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.
Brakes8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| ABS Pump | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Brake Booster | 3.6h | € 162–€ 270 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
Cooling8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant Bypass Pipe | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Coolant Flush | 0.8h | € 36–€ 60 |
| Coolant Reservoir | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Engine Oil Cooler | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Electrical8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Airbag - Side | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Alternator | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Alternator Belt | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Amplifier | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Antenna | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
Engine8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Camshaft R&R | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Crankshaft R&R | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Cylinder Head R&R | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Cylinder Head Resurface | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Engine Mount - Front | 3.6h | € 162–€ 270 |
Exhaust8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Injection Check Valve | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Catalytic Converter - California | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Catalytic Converter - Universal | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Downpipe | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| EGR Cooler | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| EGR Tube | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| EGR Valve | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Fuel system8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Fuel Cap | 0.4h | € 18–€ 30 |
| Fuel Filler Neck | 3.6h | € 162–€ 270 |
| Fuel Filter | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Fuel Filter - In-Tank | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Fuel Injector - Single | 3.6h | € 162–€ 270 |
HVAC8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Compressor | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Condenser | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Evaporator | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
Steering8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Idler Arm | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 0.5h | € 22–€ 37 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Suspension8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
Transmission8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Cable | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Clutch Disc | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Clutch Kit | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Clutch Master Cylinder | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Clutch Slave Cylinder | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Flywheel Resurface | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Kickdown Cable | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY
Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.
🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
🔧 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Timing Chain Tensioner—
Engine Oil And Filter8,000 km / 6 months
Tire Rotation8,000 km / 6 months
Cabin Air Filter16,000 km / 12 months
Engine Air Filter48,000 km
Automatic Transmission Fluid And Filter48,000 km
Front And Rear Axle Lubricant (Awd)48,000 km
Transfer Case Fluid (Awd)48,000 km
📋 RECALLS & TSB (0)
No official recall verified for this vehicle in the NHTSA database.
COMMON OBD2 CODES TO CHECK
P0420
Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1
Powertrain
P0171
System Too Lean Bank 1
Powertrain
P0300
Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
Powertrain
P0441
EVAP Incorrect Purge Flow
Powertrain
P0128
Coolant Thermostat Below Regulating Temperature
Powertrain
P0455
EVAP System Leak Detected (Gross Leak)
Powertrain
P0700
Transmission Control System (MIL Request)
Powertrain
P0507
Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected
Powertrain
P0174
System Too Lean Bank 2
Powertrain
All documented fault codes for this vehicle
The most documented diagnostic codes for this model, by system and severity. Tap a code for the full guide.
P1233
powertrain
HIGHP1651
powertrain
LOWP1650
powertrain
LOWP1641
powertrain
HIGHP1579
powertrain
HIGHP1537
powertrain
LOWP1455
powertrain
MODERATEP1451
powertrain
LOWP1409
powertrain
MODERATEP1383
powertrain
MODERATEP1285
powertrain
HIGHP1270
powertrain
LOWP1237
powertrain
HIGHP1235
powertrain
HIGHP1152
powertrain
MODERATEP1117
powertrain
LOWP1116
powertrain
LOWP1103
powertrain
MODERATEP1783
powertrain
CRITICALP1746
powertrain
HIGH
DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE
57 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.
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🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
Low Oil Pressure (Ford)Engine
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
AdvanceTrac Off (Ford)Chassis
SYNC System Fault (Ford)Electrical
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
MyKey Speed Limit (Ford)Electrical
REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)
1073 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Five-Hundred across model years 2005–2007. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.
57 crash reports 15 fires 25 injuries
Complaints by model year (most reported first)
Model year 2005510
Model year 2006364
Model year 2007199
Most reported components (all years)
Power Train284
Vehicle Speed Control283
Electrical System166
Engine109
Engine And Engine Cooling88
Service Brakes79
Sample reports
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FIVE HUNDRED. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THE… (MY 2005)
CAR: 2007 FORD 500 LIMITED. MOVING SHIFT LEVER FROM PARK TO REVERSE OR TO DRIVE, AFTER ABOUT 1 SECOND THE CAR "LURCHES" FORWARD OR BACKWARD. I KEEP THE BRAKE LOCKED DOWN WHEN CHANGING GEARS FOR SEVERAL SECONDS UNTIL IM SURE IT WONT JUMP… (MY 2007)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD FIVE HUNDRED. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 45-50 MPH HE APPLIED PRESSURE TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO RAPIDLY ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE… (MY 2006)
PIRELLI P6 (P225/55 R18) TIRE FAILURE ON INTERSTATE 40. THE ENTIRE TREAD AREA & ABOUT 1 INCH OF THE SIDEWALL BROKE AWAY FROM BOTH SIDEWALLS. THE REMAINING TWO SIDEWALLS STAYED ON THE RIM BUT THE TREAD CAME OFF. THE TIRES ARE ORIGINAL TO… (MY 2006)
Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 2005–2007.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does fault code P0003 mean on the Ford Five-hundred?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0002 mean on the Ford Five-hundred?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0001 mean on the Ford Five-hundred?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
Are transmission problems common on the Ford Five-hundred?
Yes — 263 of 1065 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the transmission. One owner reported: “The contact owns a 2005 Ford Five Hundred. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics, whe…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are electrical problems common on the Ford Five-hundred?
Yes — 279 of 1065 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the electrical. One owner reported: “The contact owns a 2005 Ford Five Hundred. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics, whe…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are engine problems common on the Ford Five-hundred?
Yes — 285 of 1065 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the engine. One owner reported: “The contact owns a 2005 Ford Five Hundred. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics, whe…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
What is the right battery for the Ford Five-Hundred (2005–2007)?
The battery specified for the Ford Five-Hundred (2005–2007) is group 96R (BCI), with a cold cranking rating of 590A. See the Battery section on this page for the main cross-references between brands.
What engine oil should I use on the Ford Five-Hundred (2005–2007)?
The engine oil specification for the Ford Five-Hundred (2005–2007) is Motorcraft 5W-20 Synthetic Blend. Always use the viscosity grade approved by the manufacturer: a different oil can reduce engine protection and void the warranty. Check the change interval in the Maintenance section.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Ford Five-Hundred (2005–2007)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Ford Five-Hundred (2005–2007) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Ford Five-Hundred (2005–2007) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
Considering buying a Ford Five-Hundred (2005–2007)? Use this guide to check expected maintenance costs, the most reported fault codes and parts availability on the market. Real data, zero commercial estimates.