1996 FORD WINDSTAR oil viscosity

Servicing Your Windstar
317
*
[SV15000(ALL)01/95]
Neveruse:
*
[SV15100(ALL)01/95]
n
ªNon-Detergentº oils
*
[SV15200(ALL)04/95]
n
Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
%*
[SV15300(ALL)01/95]
n
Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine
treatments
%*
[SV15400(ALL)03/95]
Engine oils with anSAE 5W-30viscosity arePREFERREDfor
your vehicle. They provide the best engine performance, fuel
economy and engine protection for all climates down to-15ÊF
(-25ÊC).
%*
[SV15550(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.
%*
[SV15600(ALL)01/95]
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
*
[SV15700(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.
%*
[SV15800(ALL)03/95]
Checking the engine oil level:
*
[SV15900(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.
*
[SV16000(ALL)03/95]2.
Set the parking brake, making sure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).
*
[SV16100(ALL)02/95]3.
Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
[SV16200(ALL)08/94]4.
Locate the dipstick labelled ªEngine Oilº and carefully pull it
out of the engine.
*
[SV16300(ALL)01/95]5.
Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making
sure it is fully seated.
File:wnsvs.ex
Update:Tue Mar 19 08:16:43 1996

318
[SV16400(ALL)02/95]
7-1/2 pica art:0050073-D
Engine oil dipstick
*
[SV16500(ALL)02/95]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.
*
[SV16600(ALL)01/95]7.
Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated.
*
[SV16700(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.
*
[SV16800(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.
%*
[SV16900(ALL)01/95]
Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter
*
[SV17200(ALL)04/95]
Refer to theMaintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet for
additional information.
% [SV18200(ALL)12/93]
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.
File:wnsvs.ex
Update:Tue Mar 19 08:16:43 1996

387
Index
Engine oil (continued)
disposal...................... 318
engine oil pressure warning light.......... 73,89
filter, specifications................. 364
refill capacities................... 363
synthetic oil.................... 317
ªbreak-inº oils.................... 5
viscosity...................... 317
Entry system
illuminated..................... 154
keyless....................... 147
remote....................... 151
Exhaust fumes...................... 62
Extended Service Plan, Ford............... 4
F
Federal Communications Commission.......... 233
Flashers, hazard.................... 135
Flashing the lights................... 130
Flat tire........................ 267
Fluid refill capacities.................. 363
Foglamps....................... 121
Ford Dispute Settlement Board............. 286
Ford Extended Service Plan................ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada............ 292
Ford of Canada Customer Assistance Centre....... 292
Foreign registration.................. 290
French owner guides, how to obtain............ 3
Fuel
calculating fuel economy............... 314
capacity...................... 363
choosing the right fuel................ 310
filling your vehicle with fuel............. 308
fuel gauge.................... 77,94
improving fuel economy............... 315
low fuel warning light................. 76
octane rating.................... 310
File:wnixs.ex
Update:Tue Mar 19 08:12:49 1996