2009 Mercury Milan checking oil

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle
from the wiper arm. Push the lock
tab to release the blade and pull the
wiper blade down toward the
windshield to remove it from the
arm.
2. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into place
until a click is heard.
Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance.
Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield. Refer toWindows and wiper bladesin theCleaning
chapter.
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick.
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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 dipstick.
4. Install the dipstick 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 dipstick 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). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms
to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification
WSS-M2C930-A.SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and
durability performance meeting all requirements for your
vehicle’s engine.
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / Ford
specification
Power transfer unit
(PTU) fluid (AWD)
5
12 ounces
(0.35L)Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 Synthetic
Rear Axle LubricantXY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
Windshield washer
fluid4.75 quarts
(4.5L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
Fuel tank (FWD)17.5 gallons
(66.2L)——
Fuel tank (AWD)16.5 gallons
(62.4L)——
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.3Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission within 3/8 inch (10mm) of the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.4Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set
by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.5The Power Transfer Unit is lubricated for life with synthetic lube. Lubricant levels are not to be
checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. Replace Power Transfer Unit
lubricant with specified synthetic lubricant anytime the unit is submerged in water.
See your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling of the Power Transfer Unit.
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in rear seat ..............................161
LATCH .....................................164
recommendations ...................158
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................169
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............259
instrument panel ....................261
interior .....................................262
plastic parts ............................260
washing ....................................257
waxing .....................................258
wheels ......................................258
wiper blades ............................261
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......48, 50
Clock ............................................73
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................31
AM/FM/CD .................................24
Clutch
fluid ..........................................295
operation while driving ..........217
recommended shift speeds ....217
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................90
Console ........................................72
overhead ....................................72
Controls
power seat ...............................122
steering column ........................80
Coolant
checking and adding ..............277
refill capacities ................281, 304
specifications ..........................304
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................77
Cupholder(s) .............................127Customer Assistance ................227
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................254
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................254
Getting roadside assistance ...227
Getting the service
you need .................................250
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................255
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................253
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................55
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................296–297
engine oil .................................270
Driving under special
conditions ..................216, 222, 224
sand .........................................223
snow and ice ...........................225
through water .................223, 226
E
Electronic message center .........87
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................242
Emission control system ..........291
Engine ........................................307
cleaning ...................................259
coolant .....................................277
fail-safe cooling .......................282
idle speed control ...................275
lubrication specifications .......304
refill capacities ........................304
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service points ..................267–268
starting after a collision .........228
Engine block heater .................202
Engine oil ..................................270
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................270
checking and adding ..............270
dipstick ....................................270
filter, specifications ........274, 303
recommendations ...................274
refill capacities ........................304
specifications ..........................304
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................202
F
Fail safe cooling ........................282
Fluid capacities .........................304
Fog lamps ....................................55
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................221
Fuel ............................................283
calculating fuel
economy ............................89, 288
cap ...........................................286
capacity ...................................304
choosing the right fuel ...........287
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................291
detergent in fuel .....................288
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................283, 286, 289
filter, specifications ........283, 303
fuel pump shut-off switch .....228
improving fuel economy ........288
octane rating ...................287, 307
quality ......................................287
running out of fuel .................288safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................283
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......228
Fuses ..................................229–230
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............286
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................288
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................228
Headlamps ...................................54
aiming ........................................57
autolamp system .......................54
bulb specifications ....................60
daytime running lights .............55
flash to pass ..............................56
high beam .................................56
replacing bulbs .........................61
turning on and off ....................54
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................46, 48, 50
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................84
Hood ..........................................266
How to get going ........................18
I
Ignition ...............................199, 307
Illuminated visor mirror .............71
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................160
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