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Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
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[LG07601( ALL)06/93]
This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure,
not the oil level. However, if your engine's oil
level is low, it could affect the oil pressure. With
the engine running, the pointer should move
into the NORMAL band. If the pointer drops
below the NORMAL band while the engine is
running, you have lost oil pressure and
continued operation will cause severe engine
damage.
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If you lose engine oil pressure:
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1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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2. Shut off the engine immediately or severe
engine damage could result.
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3. Check the engine's oil level, following the
instructions on checking and adding engine
oil. Refer toEngine oilin the Index. If you
do not follow these instructions, you or
others could be injured. To assure an
accurate reading, your vehicle should be on
level ground.
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4. If the level is low, add only as much oil as
necessary before you start the engine again.
Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if
the pointer is below the NORMAL band,
regardless of the oil level. Contact your
nearest dealer for further service actions.
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[SV13730( EF )01/93]
For vehicles with 4.9L, 5.0L or 7.5L engines
[SV13740( ALL)04/95]
Engine oils with anSAE 10W-30viscosity are
PREFERREDfor your vehicle which provide the
best engine protection for all climates down to
-5ÊF (-20ÊC). SAE5W-30 enigne oils may also be
used down to-15ÊF (-25ÊC).
[SV13745( ALL)02/95]
Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and
of the preferred viscosity may be used in your
engine. The engine oil and oil filter must still be
changed according to the maintenance schedule.
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Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[SV13800( ALL)03/95]
Since the proper amount of engine oil is
important for safe engine operation, check the oil
using the dipstick each time you put fuel in
your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
parked on level ground.
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[SV13900( ALL)03/95]
Checking the engine oil level:
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1. Turn the engine off after it has warmed up
and allow a few minutes for the engine oil
to drain back into the oil pan.
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2. Set the parking brake, making sure the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
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3. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine
heat.
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4. Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in
yellow) and carefully pull it out of the
engine.
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5. Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into
position, making sure it is fully seated.
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Engine oil dipstick
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6. Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the
oil level is below the ªADD 1 QT.º line, add
engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is
beyond the letter ªFº in FULL, engine
damage or high oil consumption may occur
and some oil must be removed from the
engine.
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7. Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is
fully seated.
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[SV14800( ALL)01/95]
It may be necessary to add some oil between oil
changes. Make sure you use a CERTIFIED
engine oil of the preferred viscosity. Your
vehicle's warranty coverage may not apply if
engine damage is caused by the use of improper
engine oil.
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[SV15000( ALL)03/95]
Add engine oil through the oil filler cap
highlighted in yellow. To add oil, remove the
filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil into the
opening. Be careful not to overfill the engine.
Recheck the oil level after you finish adding oil.
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If your vehicle is over 8500 GVWR and the
above conditions do not apply, change the
engine oil and oil filter every 6 months or 5,000
miles (8,000 km), whichever comes first.
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Refer to theMaintenance Schedule and Record
booklet for additional information.
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[SV16900( EF )03/94]
NOTE: Refer to thePower Stroke Diesel Engine
Owner's Guide Supplementfor oil
viscosity, filter application and oil and
filter change intervals.
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[SV17250( ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive
fluids in a responsible manner. Follow
your community's standards for
disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out
about recycling automotive fluids.
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[SV17275( ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Continuous contact with USED motor oil
has caused cancer in laboratory mice.
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[SV17280( ALL)06/95]
Protect your skin by washing with soap and
water.
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[SV17300( ALL)03/95]
Engine Coolant
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[SV17400( ALL)02/95]
Checking the engine coolant
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[SV17700( ALL)10/89]
Your vehicle's engine coolant protects the engine
from overheating in the summer and from
freezing in the winter. Check the level of the
engine coolant at least once a month, but
preferably each time you stop for fuel. Simply
look at the engine coolant recovery reservoir
located in the engine compartment. To locate
this reservoir, see the diagram of your vehicle's
engine underEngine typesin this chapter.
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Drive slowly. If you can hear the chains rub
or bang against your vehicle, stop the vehicle
and tighten the chains. If you continue to
hear the chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, remove the chains to prevent damage
to your vehicle.
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Avoid fully loading your vehicle if possible.
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Remove tire chains at the first opportunity
after using them on snow and ice. Do not use
the chains on dry roads.
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Make sure your suspension insulation and
bumpers are not missing or worn to avoid
damage to your vehicle.
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Cleaning the Wheels
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Wash the wheels with the same detergent you
use to wash your vehicle's body. Do not use
acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, abrasives,
fuel, or strong detergents. These substances will
damage protective coatings. Use tar and road oil
remover to remove grease and tar.
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NOTE: Before going to a car wash, find out if
the brushes are abrasive.
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Battery
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[SV32200( ALL)02/95]
Your vehicle may have a Motorcraft
maintenance-free battery. When the original
equipment battery is replaced under warranty, it
may be replaced by a Motorcraft
Low-Maintenance Battery.
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[SV32500( ALL)06/95]
The Low-Maintenance Battery has removable
vent caps for checking the electrolyte level and
for adding water, if necessary. The electrolyte
level should be checked at least every 24 months
or 24,000 miles (40,000 km) in temperatures up
to 90ÊF (32ÊC) andmore often in temperatures
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If the level gets low, you can add tap water to
the battery, provided the water isn't hard or
doesn't have a high mineral or alkali content.
However, if possible you should refill the battery
with distilled water. If the battery needs water
quite often, have the charging system checked
for a possible malfunction.
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RWARNING
Batteries normally produce explosive gases
which can cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or
lit tobacco to come near the battery. When
charging or working near a battery, always
cover your face and protect your eyes, and
also provide ventilation.
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RWARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns
skin, eyes, and clothing.
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If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or
clothing, immediately flush the area with water
for at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the
acid, have him or her drink lots of milk or water
first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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RWARNING
Applying too much pressure on the ends
when lifting a battery could cause acid to
spill. Lift the battery with a carrier or
with your hands on the opposite corners.
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If other than Ford or Motorcraft or Ford
authorized remanufactured parts are used for
maintenance, replacement, or for the service of
components affecting emissions control, the
owner should be assured that such parts are
warranted by their manufacturer to be
equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company
parts in performance and durability. Please
consult your warranty information booklet for
complete warranty information.
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Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss
of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the
check engine light, or the temperature warning
light. These sometimes indicate that the emission
system is not working properly.
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Do not make any unauthorized changes to your
vehicle or engine. Changes that cause more
unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can
increase the temperature of the engine or
exhaust system.
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By law, anyone who manufactures, repairs,
services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or
supervises a fleet of vehicles is not permitted to
intentionally remove an emission control device
or prevent it from working. In some of the
United States and in Canada, vehicle owners
may be liable if their emission control device is
removed or is prevented from working.
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[SV49900( ALL)01/95]
Do not drive your vehicle if it does not operate
properly. See your dealer if the engine runs on
for more than five seconds after you shut it off
or if it misfires, surges, stalls, or backfires.
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[SV50000( ALL)05/95]
Information about your vehicle's emission
control system is on the Vehicle Emission
Control Information decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement
and gives some tune-up specifications.
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384 Index
Engine fan............... 280
Engine knocking............. 290
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter....... 300
checking and adding......... 298
dipstick............... 298
disposal...........301, 304, 324
engine oil pressure gauge........ 76
filter, specifications.......... 356
refill capacities............ 353
specifications............. 297
synthetic oil............. 297
ªbreak-inº oils............. 8
viscosity............... 297
Entry system
illuminated.............. 120
remote................ 116
Exhaust fumes.............. 65
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 4
F
Fan, engine fan, avoiding injury..... 280
Federal Communications Commission . . . 192
Federal Highway Administration
Regulation............... 7
Flashers, hazard............. 103
Flashing the lights............ 101
Flat tire................. 247
Fluid refill capacities........... 353
Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 261
Ford Dispute Settlement Board...... 262
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 268
Ford of Canada Customer
Assistance Centre........... 268
Foreign registration........... 267
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles, special notice . . 5
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
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