1996 FORD ESCORT oil filter

295 %
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[SV13710(ALL)03/95]
Engine oils with anSAE 5W-30viscosity are
PREFERREDfor your vehicle. They provide the
best engine performance, fuel economy and
engine protection for all climates down to-15ÊF
(-25ÊC).
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[SV13750(ALL)03/95]
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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[SV13775(ALL)01/95]
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)04/95]
Checking the engine oil level:
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[SV14000(ALL)02/95]
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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[SV14050(ALL)05/94]
2. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transaxle) or 1 (First)
(manual transaxle).
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[SV14100(ALL)02/95]
3. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine
heat.
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[SV14200(ALL)03/95]
4. Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in
yellow) and carefully pull it out of the
engine.
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[SV14300(ALL)01/95]
5. Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into
position, making sure it is fully seated.
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Index 371
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)...... 127
Accessory position on the ignition.... 106
Additives, engine oil.......... 294
Air bag Supplemental
Restraint System
and child safety seats.......... 52
description............... 50
disposal................ 57
driver air bag............. 50
indicator light............ 123
operation............... 53
passenger air bag............ 50
proper seating............. 51
service and information labels...... 57
tone generator............. 56
wearing safety belts........... 50
Air cleaner filter
location............... 285
specifications............. 347
Antenna, radio
(see Electronic sound system) . . . 157, 220
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 297
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 233
warning light............. 127
Anti-theft lug nuts and key....... 255
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . . . 259
Audio system
(see Electronic sound system)..... 197
Autolamp system (see Headlamps).... 152
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376 Index
Emergencies, roadside
assistance............... 259
battery acid spills........... 243
fuel................. 291
jump-starting............. 243
towing................ 257
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 235
Emission control system
catalytic converter........... 340
emissions warranty......... 4,340
Engine
check engine warning light...... 124
does not start...........111, 113
fuel injected engine, starting...... 108
fuel pump shut-off switch....... 113
preparing to start........... 108
refill capacities............ 345
service points............. 284
starting................ 105
starting after a collision........ 113
storing your vehicle.......... 350
Engine block heater........... 112
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 297
checking hoses............ 301
disposal...........280, 300, 317
preparing for storage......... 351
recovery reservoir........... 297
refill capacities............ 345
specifications............. 348
temperature gauge.......... 130
Engine coolant temperature gauge
description.............. 130
Engine fan............... 280
Engine oil
checking and adding......... 295
dipstick............... 295
disposal...........280, 300, 317
engine oil pressure warning light.... 128
filter, specifications.......... 347
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Index 377
Engine oil (continued)
refill capacities............ 345
specifications...........294, 348
synthetic oil............. 294
ªbreak-inº oils............. 5
viscosity............... 294
Exhaust fumes............. 115
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 4
F
Fan
engine fan, avoiding injury...... 280
Flashers, hazard............. 162
Flat tire................ 249
Fluid refill capacities.......... 345
Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 262
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 267
Ford of Canada Customer
Assistance Centre........... 267
Foreign registration........... 269
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel
calculating fuel economy....... 292
capacity............... 345
comparisons with EPA fuel economy
estimates............. 293
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 287
filter, specifications.......... 347
fuel filler door release lever...... 287
fuel gauge.............. 129
improving fuel economy....... 293
octane rating............. 289
running out of fuel.......... 292
safety information relating to
automotive fuels.......... 291
storing your vehicle.......... 351
treating emergencies......... 291
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Index 381
Lubricant specifications......... 348
Lug nuts
anti-theft............... 255
standard............... 251
tightening sequence.......... 254
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet).......... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 279
Manual transaxle
backing up (reverse)......... 229
clutch................ 229
shifting gears............. 229
Master cylinder, brakes......... 317
Methanol in fuel............ 290
Mileage, calculating fuel economy.... 292
Mirrors
rearview............... 184
side view mirrors........... 184
side view mirrors (manual)...... 185
Moon roof............... 174
Motorcraft parts............. 347
N
New vehicle break-in........... 5
O
Octane rating.............. 289
Odometer
description.............. 129
trip odometer............ 129
Oil filter................ 347
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 294
Oil viscosity.............. 294
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 343
Order forms, service information..... 275
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