1997 FORD ASPIRE oil change

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[MC05000(ALL)01/96]
Engine Oil Recommendations
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[MC05050(ALL)01/96]
We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an
equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification
WSS-M2C153-F and displaying the American
Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on
the front of the container.
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[MC05100(ALL)01/96]
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The API Certification Mark
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[MC05200(ALL)01/96]
Neveruse:
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[MC05300(ALL)01/96]
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ªNon-Detergentº oils
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[MC05350(ALL)02/96]
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Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
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[MC05400(ALL)01/96]
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Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments
or engine treatments
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[MC05500(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC05600(ALL)03/96]
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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Engine oil dipstick
[MC06600(ALL)01/96]
6. Carefully pull the dipstick out again. If the
oil level is at or below the ªLº line, add
engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is
beyond the letter ªFº, engine damage or
high oil consumption may occur and some
oil must be removed from the engine.
[MC06700(ALL)04/96]
NOTE: The distance between the L (low) and
F (full) marks on the dipstick
represents 1.06 qts (1.0 liter).
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[MC06800(ALL)01/96]
7. Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is
fully seated.
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[MC06900(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC07000(ALL)09/96]
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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[MC07100(ALL)01/96]
Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter
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[MC07200(ALL)01/96]
Change the engine oil and oil filterper the
following, whichever occurs first.
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[MC07300(ALL)05/96]
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Oil change intervals
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[MC07400(ALL)05/96]
Refer to theMaintenance Schedulebooklet for
additional information.
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[MC07500(ALL)05/96]
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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[MC07600(ALL)01/96]
WARNING
Continuous contact with USED motor oil
has caused cancer in laboratory mice.
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[MC07700(ALL)01/96]
Protect your skin by washing with soap and
water.
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[MC17282(ALL)05/96]
Brake Fluid
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[MC17284(ALL)01/96]
Under normal circumstances, your vehicle
should not use up brake fluid rapidly. However,
expect the level of the brake fluid to slowly fall
as you put more mileage on your vehicle and
the brake pads wear.
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162 [MC29560(ALL)01/96]The fluid level must be above the ªLº mark. If it
is not, you should not drive your vehicle until
more fluid is added. Ideally, the fluid level
should be within the specified area of the
dipstick.
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[MC29565(ALL)01/96]
If you must add transaxle fluid in an emergency,
use only MERCONHfluid, such as Motorcraft
MERCONHMulti-Purpose ATF. Add the fluid in
1/2-pint increments until you raise the fluid
level to within the crosshatched area on the
dipstick. Never overfill the transaxle. If the fluid
level gets too high, remove the excess fluid as
soon as possible; otherwise, you could damage
the transaxle.
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[MC29570(ALL)05/96]
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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[MC29575(ALL)01/96]
Manual Transaxle Fluid
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[MC29580(ALL)01/96]
The lubricant level and quality should not
deteriorate under normal use. However, you
should periodically have your Ford Dealer check
the fluid level during regular oil changes.
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[MC29611(ALL)01/97]
Battery
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[MC29612(ALL)02/97]
The Motorcraft maintenance-free battery
normally does not require additional water
during its life of service. However, for severe
service usage or in high temperature climates,
check your battery electrolyte level, at least
every 24 months or 24,000 miles (40,000 km).
Keep the electrolyte in each cell up to the
ªlevelº indicator. Do not overfill the battery
cells.
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[MC48300(ALL)01/96]
WARNING
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in
dry grass or other dry ground cover. The
emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which
can start a fire.
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[MC48400(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC48500(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC48550(ALL)01/96]
In general, maintenance, replacement, or service
of the emissions control devices or systems in
your new Ford Motor Company vehicle or
engine may be performed at your expense by
any automotive repair establishment or
individual using automotive parts equivalent to
those which your vehicle or engine was
originally equipped.
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[MC48575(ALL)01/96]
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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252 Index
J
Jack.................. 132
operation.............133, 136
positioning............133, 136
storage................ 132
Jump-starting your vehicle
attaching cables............ 140
disconnecting cables.......... 142
K
Keys
key in ignition chime.......... 16
positions of the ignition......... 44
stuck in lock position.......... 44
L
Lamps
checking............... 184
daytime running light system...... 46
dome lamps.............. 41
flashing the lamps............ 47
hazard flashers.......... 45,121
high-mount brakelamp........ 191
instrument panel, dimming....... 41
interior lamps.............. 41
replacing bulbs............ 184
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . 45, 48
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag................. 14
anti-lock brakes (ABS).......... 15
brake................. 9
charging system............. 11
check engine.............. 13
engine oil pressure........... 11
hazard warning light....... 45,121
high beam............... 12
lowoil................. 11
oil pressure............... 11
safety belt............... 9
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