1996 Mercury Grand Marquis oil viscosity

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[SV13670( ALL)01/95]
Neveruse:
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[SV13680( ALL)01/95]
q
ªNon-Detergentº oils
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[SV13690( ALL)04/95]
q
Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
%*
[SV13700( ALL)01/95]
q
Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments
or engine treatments
%*
[SV13702( 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).
%*
[SV13703( 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.
%*
[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.
%*
[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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[SV14025( BCGV)03/95]
2. Set the parking brake, making sure the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
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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.
[SV14400( GV)08/93]
one inch art:0000970-A
Engine oil dipstick
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[SV14500( ALL)03/95]
6. Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the
oil level is below the ªADD 1 QTº 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.
*
[SV14600( ALL)01/95]
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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Index 319
Engine oil (continued)
refill capacities............ 291
specifications............. 293
synthetic oil............. 246
ªbreak-inº oils............. 5
viscosity............... 246
Entry system
illuminated.............. 125
keyless................ 125
remote................ 130
Exhaust fumes.............. 43
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 4
F
Federal Communications Commission . . . 169
Flashers, hazard............. 115
Flashing the lights............ 112
Flat tire................ 200
Floor mats............... 148
Fluid refill capacities.......... 291
Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 216
Ford Dispute Settlement Board...... 217
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 222
Ford of Canada Customer
Assistance Centre........... 222
Foreign registration........... 223
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel
capacity............... 291
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 239
filter, specifications.......... 292
fuel gauge............. 58,71
storing your vehicle.......... 295
Fuel and distance computer
average economy............ 77
english/metric button.......... 75
fuel remaining............. 72
instantaneous economy......... 78
reset button.............. 75
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Index 325
O
Odometer
description............. 60,73
trip odometer............. 60
Oil filter................ 292
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 245
Oil viscosity.............. 246
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 288
Overdrive............... 175
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system............. 132
Parking brake
operation.............. 180
warning light............ 49,85
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 292
PCV valve, specifications........ 292
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 271
Power door locks............ 124
Power features
antenna............... 154
door locks.............. 124
lumbar support............ 138
mirrors............... 141
seats................. 138
windows............... 134
Power point electrical outlet....... 145
Power steering
driving with power steering...... 178
fluid, checking and adding...... 270
fluid, refill capacity.......... 291
fluid, specifications.......... 293
servicing............... 178
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330 Index
V
Vanity mirror.............. 144
Variable interval wipers......... 113
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information)
decal................. 288
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 216
Vehicle loading
automatic transmissions........ 186
calculating the load.......... 186
Vehicle storage............. 294
Viscosity (see Engine oil)......... 246
Visor (see Sun visor)........... 143
W
Warm engine, starting........... 40
Warning chimes
key in ignition............. 38
safety belt............. 51,65
Warranties, radio............ 170
Warranty Information Booklet....... 3
Washer fluid
reservoir............... 256
warning light.............. 81
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)...... 186
Wheels
cleaning............... 266
covers................ 208
inspection and maintenance...... 259
Windows
one-touch down............ 135
power windows, operating....... 134
rear, defrosting............ 101
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