2007 FORD FREESTYLE oil dipstick

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
3.0L DOHC V6 DURATEC ENGINE
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Battery
5. Power distribution box
6. Air filter assembly
7. Engine coolant bleed plug
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Engine oil filler cap
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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5. Locate and carefully remove the
engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it
again.
•If the oil level iswithin this
range,the oil level is acceptable.
DO NOT ADD OIL.
•If the oil level isbelow this
mark,engineoil must be added
to raise the level within the
normal operating range.
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•If required, add engine oil to the
engine. Refer toAdding engine
oilin this chapter.
•Do not overfill the engine
with oil. Oil levels above this
mark may cause engine
damage.If the engine is
overfilled, some oil must be
removed from the engine by an
authorized dealer.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range, add
only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the
engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the
opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range 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
until it stops.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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washing ....................................245
waxing .....................................246
wheels ......................................246
wiper blades ............................248
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) .....48, 50,
52, 54
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................23
AM/FM/CD .................................18
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................87
Console ..................................70–71
overhead ..............................69–70
Controls
power seat ...............................116
steering column ........................79
Coolant
checking and adding ..............262
refill capacities ................268, 283
specifications ..........................283
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................76
Customer Assistance ................213
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................241
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............242
Getting roadside assistance ...213
Getting the service you
need .........................................237
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................243
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................241D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................60
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................281
engine oil .................................256
Driving under special
conditions ..........................207, 210
sand .........................................208
snow and ice ...........................211
through water .................209, 212
E
Electronic message center .........85
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................230
Emission control system ..........277
Engine ........................................285
cleaning ...................................247
coolant .....................................262
idle speed control ...................260
lubrication specifications .......283
refill capacities ........................283
service points ..........................254
starting after a collision .........215
Engine block heater .................197
Engine oil ..................................256
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................256
checking and adding ..............256
dipstick ....................................256
filter, specifications ........259, 281
recommendations ...................259
refill capacities ........................283
specifications ..........................283
Exhaust fumes ..........................197
F
Fluid capacities .........................283
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