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Maintenance and Care
%*[MC00300(R)01/96]Service Made Easy
*[MC00400(R)01/96]Ford has two goals for servicing your vehicle.
*[MC00500(R)01/96]1.When we can, we design parts that do not need to be
serviced.
*[MC00600(R)01/96]2.We want to make servicing your vehicle as easy as possible.
To help you:
*[MC00700(R)01/96]nWe highlight do-it-yourself items in yellow in the engine
compartment so that you can find them easily.
*[MC00800(R)03/96]nWhen possible, we design parts that can be replaced without
tools.
*[MC00900(R)02/96]nWe give you a Maintenance Schedule that makes tracking
routine service for your vehicle easy. The maintenance
schedule is located in theMaintenance Schedulebooklet.
*[MC01000(R)01/96]This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to
check and service regularly.
*[MC01050(R)01/96]If your vehicle needs professional servicing, your dealership can
provide the parts and service required. Check your Warranty
Information Booklet to find out which parts and services are
covered. Also see the Customer Assistancechapter of this Owner
Guide.
*[MC01300(R)02/96]Ford Motor Company recommends that the Owner Maintenance
Checks listed in the Maintenance Schedule booklet be performed
for the proper operation of your vehicle. In addition to the
conditions listed in the Owner Maintenance Checklist , be alert for
any unusual noise, vibration, or other indication that your
vehicle may need service. If you do notice something unusual,
see that your vehicle is serviced promptly.
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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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Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
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Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle.
Here are some general precautions for your safety:
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If you must work with the engine running, avoid wearing
loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in moving
parts. Take appropriate precautions with long hair.
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Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed space with the
engine running, unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.
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Never get under a vehicle while it is supported only by a
jack. If you must work under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away
from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
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If you disconnect the battery, the engine must ªrelearnº its idle
conditions before your vehicle will drive properly. To find out
how the engine does this, seeBatteryin this chapter.
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Working with the engine off:
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Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift
is securely latched in P (Park).
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Remove the key from the ignition after you turn the engine
off.
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Block the wheels. This will prevent your vehicle from
moving unexpectedly.
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Engine Compartment
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Your vehicle has one of the following types of engines:
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A 2.3 Liter EFI, I-4 twin plug engine, or
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A 3.0 Liter SEFI, V-6 engine or
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A 4.0 Liter SEFI, V-6 engine.
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The following pages show diagrams of each engine type and
where to find items that you should regularly service.
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33-1/2 pica
art:0020436-N
2.3L engine compartment service points
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33-1/2 pica
art:0090152-B
3.0L engine compartment service points
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33-1/2 pica
art:0090153-B
4.0L engine compartment service points
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Engine Oil Recommendations
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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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10-1/2 pica
art:0001314-A
The API Certification Mark
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Neveruse:
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ªNon-Detergentº oils
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Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
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Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine
treatments
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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).
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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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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 Motorcraft
oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford
specifications) for your engine application.
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Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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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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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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Set the parking brake, making sure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park) or 1 (manual transmission).
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Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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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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