1997 FORD ASPIRE oil dipstick

12 [IS03900(ALL)04/96]If the light stays on or illuminates while the
engine is running:
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[IS04000(ALL)03/96]
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
[IS04100(ALL)01/96]
2.Shut off the engine immediately.Continued
operation could cause severe engine damage.
[IS04200(ALL)01/96]
3. Check the engine oil level. Make sure the car
is on level ground.
[IS04300(ALL)01/96]
4. Add oil to the full mark on the dipstick
before you drive your car again. Do not
overfill. Do not operate the engine when the
oil light is on. For more information about
adding oil, seeEngine oil recommendationsin
the Index.
[IS04350(ALL)01/96]
WARNING
Do not rely on the oil light to tell you
when the oil is low. Have the oil checked
often. It is possible for damage to occur if
an engine is operated with a low oil level.
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[IS04500(ALL)03/96]
High Beam Light
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[IS04600(ALL)03/96]
This light illuminates when the headlamps are
turned to high beam or when you flash the
lights. If your vehicle is equipped with daytime
running lights and you have your headlamps on
your high beam telltale will not illuminate when
you flash the lights.
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[IS04700(ALL)01/96]
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High beam light
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[MC05650(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: Ford production and aftermarket
(Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for
added engine protection and long life.
If a replacement oil filter is used that
does not meet Ford material and design
specifications, startup engine noises or
knock may be experienced. It is
recommended you use the appropriate
ªMotorcraftº oil filter (or another brand
meeting Ford specifications) for your
engine application.
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[MC05700(ALL)01/96]
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[MC05800(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC05900(ALL)01/96]
Checking the engine oil level:
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[MC06000(ALL)01/96]
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.
[MC06100(ALL)01/96]
2. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park)
or 1 (First).
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[MC06200(ALL)01/96]
3. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine
heat.
[MC06300(ALL)01/96]
4. Locate the dipstick (highlighted in yellow)
and carefully pull it out of the engine.
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[MC06400(ALL)01/96]
5. Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into
position, making sure it is fully seated.
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151 [MC06500(ALL)01/96]
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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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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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Index 247
D
Daytime running light system....... 46
Defects, reporting............ 209
Dipstick................ 150
automatic transaxle fluid....... 161
engine oil.............. 150
power steering fluid......... 159
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)...... 143
Doors.................. 53
Driving under special conditions
heavy load.............. 118
towing a trailer............ 119
E
Electrical system, fuses.......122, 128
Electronic radio with cassette (see Electronic
sound system)............. 21
Electronic sound system
antenna................ 42
atenna................. 42
radio reception............. 27
tuning the radio............ 21
warranty and service information.... 30
Electronic stereo cassette radio (see Electronic
sound system)............. 21
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic sound
system)................ 21
Emergencies, roadside
assistance.............. 211
battery acid spills.........139, 165
fuel................. 178
jump-starting............. 138
towing................ 143
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 108
Emission control system......... 181
catalytic converter.......... 181
emissions warranty......... 3,181
Engine
check engine warning light....... 13
does not start........... 96,100
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248 Index
Engine (continued)
fuel injected engine, starting.....93±94
fuel pump shut-off switch....... 100
preparing to start............ 93
starting................. 94
starting after a collision........ 100
storing your vehicle........195, 197
Engine block heater............ 97
Engine coolant............. 155
checking and adding......... 155
checking hoses............ 159
disposal...........146, 152, 162
drain and flush............ 159
preparing for storage......... 197
proper solution........146, 152, 162
recovery reservoir........... 155
temperature gauge........... 17
Engine coolant temperature gauge..... 17
description............... 17
mechanical............... 17
Engine coolant temperature
guage:electronic............. 17
Engine fan............... 146
Engine:idle speed control.......... 96
Engine knocking............. 177
Engine oil............... 149
changing oil and oil filter.....150, 152
checking and adding......... 150
check oil warning light......... 11
dipstick............... 150
disposal...........146, 152, 162
engine oil pressure warning light..... 11
filter, specifications.......... 199
low oil warning light.......... 11
specifications............. 149
synthetic oil............. 149
ªbreak-inº oils............. 5
viscosity............... 149
Exhaust fumes............. 102
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 4
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254 Index
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 209
New vehicle break-in........... 5
O
Octane rating............176±177
Odometer................. 18
description............... 18
trip odometer.............. 18
Oil filter..............152, 199
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 149
Oil viscosity.............. 149
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 183
Overseas offices............. 220
P
Parking brake.............. 108
operation............... 108
warning light.............. 9
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)........ 199
PCV valve, specifications......... 199
Power features, mirrors.......... 51
Power steering
dipstick............... 159
fluid, checking and adding....... 159
servicing............... 110
Prop rod, hood............. 148
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems).... 19
Regulations, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 209
Reporting safety defects......... 209
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult................ 57,63
infant................. 77
Roadside assistance........... 211
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