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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.0L I4 SPI
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
5. Power distribution box
6. Air filter assembly
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
8. Battery
9. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick (if equipped)
10. Engine coolant reservoir
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2.0L Zetec-E Engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
4. Power distribution box
5. Air filter assembly
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
7. Battery
8. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick (if equipped)
9. Engine oil dipstick
10. Engine coolant reservoir
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2.3L I4 PZEV Engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
4. Power distribution box
5. Battery
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
7. Air filter service minder
8. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick (if equipped)
9. Engine oil dipstick
10. Engine coolant reservoir
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5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick).
•2.0L SPI/2.3L I4engine
•2.0L Zetec engine
6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it
again.
•If the oil level isbetween the MIN and MAX marks(2.0L SPI/2.3
engine) orbetween ADD and FULL(2.0L Zetec engine), the oil
level is acceptable.DO NOT ADD OIL.
•2.0L SPI
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3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
MAX mark on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
tightly until clicks are heard, or until it is snug.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.
Only use oils“Certified For Gasoline Engines”by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). To protect your engine’s warranty use
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent 5W-20 oil meeting Ford
specification WSS-M2C153–H.SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel
economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for
your vehicle’s engine.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that
is not covered by Ford warranty.
Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in
the scheduled maintenance guide.
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, start-up
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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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)
4
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)2.0L SPI engine 3.78L (4.0 quarts)
2.0L Zetec E
engine4.25L (4.5 quarts)
2.3L engine 4.3L (4.54 quarts)
Fuel tank N/A 2.0L SPI and
2.0L Zetec E50L (13.2 gallons)
2.3L 53L (14.0 gallons)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Fill to between
MIN and MAX
lines on reservoir
Transaxle fluid
2Motorcraft Full
Synthetic
Manual
Transmission
Fluid5-speed manual 2.0L (2.1 quarts)3
Motorcraft
MERCONV
AT FAutomatic 6.6L (6.9 quarts)3
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateSedan 2.5L (2.6 quarts)
Coupe and
Wagon4.0L (4.2 quarts)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle
or as listed in the Owner Guide. Check the container to verify the fluid
being added is of the correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance
guide to determine the correct service interval.
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Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCONand MERCONV. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCONtype
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCONV type fluid.
MERCONand MERCONV type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCONand MERCONV. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCONand MERCONV) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCONmay
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
3Approximate dry fill capacity including transmission fluid cooling
system, actual refill capacities will vary based on vehicle application and
transmission fluid cooling system (i.e. coolers size, cooling lines. auxiliary
cooler capacities). The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level
should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
4Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine
oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification
WSS-M2C153–H and the API Certification mark.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ItemFord Part
Name or
EquivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary
hood latch,
trunk latch, seat
tracks.Multi-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A
or
ESB-M1C93–B
Lock cylinder Penetrating and
Lock LubricantXL-1 none
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Clutchfluid ..................................190 –191
operation while driving ..........117
recommended shift speeds ....118
Coolant checking and adding ..............175
refill capacities ........................208
specifications ..................210, 212
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................54
Customer Assistance ................126 Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................163
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................150
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............154
Getting roadside assistance ...126
Getting the service you
need .........................................148
Ordering additional owner ’s
literature .................................155
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................150
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............153
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................38
Defrost rear window ..............................37
Dipstick automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................191
engine oil .................................169
Doors lubricant specifications ..........210 Driving under special
conditions ..................................117
through water .........................119
E
Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................139
Emission control system ..........188
Engine ........................................212 cleaning ...................................158
coolant .....................................175
idle speed control ...................173
lubrication
specifications ..................210, 212
refill capacities ........................208
service points ..................166 –168
starting after a collision .........127
Engine block heater .................110
Engine fan .................................166
Engine oil ..................................169 checking and adding ..............169
dipstick ....................................169
filter, specifications ........172, 207
recommendations ...................172
refill capacities ........................208
specifications ..................210, 212
Exhaust fumes ..........................111
F
Fan, Engine Cooling .................166
Floor mats ...................................59
Fluid capacities .........................208
Foglamps .....................................38
Fuel ............................................180 calculating fuel economy .......185
cap ...........................................182
capacity ...................................208
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