1996 Mercury Villager oil change

Introductory Information
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[IN04575(ALL)05/96]
When you purchase Ford ESP, you receive peace-of-mind
protection throughout the United States and Canada, provided
by a network of more than 5,100 participating Ford Motor
Company dealers.
[IN04600(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: Repairs performed outside the United States and
Canada are not eligible for ESP coverage.
[IN04700(ALL)05/96]
This information is subject to change. Ask your dealer for
complete details about Ford ESP coverage.
[IN05500(ALL)01/93]
Break-In Period for Your Villager
[IN05600(ALL)02/95]
Your new vehicle will go through an adjustment or break-in
period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving. During
the break-in period, you need to pay careful attention to how
you drive your vehicle.
[IN05700(ALL)01/93]
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Change your speed often as you drive.Do not drive at one
speed for a long time.
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Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends.See
Engine oil recommendationsin the Index. Do not use special
ªbreak-inº oils.
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[IN05900(ALL)01/95]
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Avoid sudden stops.Because your vehicle has new brake
linings, you should take these steps:
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[IN06000(ALL)01/95]
Ð Watch traffic carefully so that you can anticipate when to stop.
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[IN06100(ALL)01/95]
Ð Begin braking well in advance.
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[IN06200(ALL)01/95]
Ð Apply the brakes gradually.
[IN06300(ALL)05/93]
The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles
(160 km) of city driving or 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of highway
driving.
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Servicing Your Villager
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Selecting the right viscosity for your climate
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[SV15575(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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[SV15600(ALL)01/95]
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[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.
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Checking the engine oil level:
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[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)07/95]2.
Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift
is securely latched in P (Park).
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[SV16100(ALL)02/95]3.
Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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[SV16200(ALL)03/95]4.
Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in yellow) and
carefully pull it out of the engine.
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Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making
sure it is fully seated.
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Engine oil dipstick
[SV16500(ALL)05/94]6.
Carefully pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below
the ªLº line, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is
beyond the letter ªH,º engine damage or high oil
consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from
the engine.
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Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated.
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Adding engine oil
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[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.
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[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.
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