ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
A.–MIN
B. – MAX
ENGINE OIL CHECK
Note:Check the level before starting the engine.
Note:Make sure that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks.
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan.
3. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. Replace
the dipstick and remove it again to check the oil level.
If the level is at the MIN mark, add oil immediately.
Adding engine oil
Note:Do not remove the filler cap when the engine is running.
Note:Do not add engine oil further than the MAX mark. Oil levels above
the MAX mark may cause engine damage.
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.
1. Remove the filler cap.
2. Add engine oil that meets Ford specifications. SeeCapacities and
Specificationsfor more information.
3. Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you feel a strong resistance.
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Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid .................................. 287, 289
engine oil ................................. 281
Display settings ......................... 477
Driving under special
conditions .................. 192, 195, 198
sand ......................................... 197
snow and ice ........................... 199
through water ................. 197, 250
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ......... 146, 148, 150
E
Electronic message center ....... 108
Electronic stability control ...... 205
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting .......................... 255
running out of fuel ................. 181
Emergency brake
(see Parking brake) .................. 202
Emission control system .......... 185
End user license agreement .... 501
Engine ........................................ 339
cleaning ................................... 303
fail-safe cooling ....................... 285
idle speed control ................... 290
lubrication specifications ....... 340
refill capacities ........................ 340
service points .................. 279–280
Engine block heater ................. 177
Engine oil
checking and adding .............. 281
dipstick .................................... 281
filter, specifications ................ 344refill capacities ........................ 340
specifications .......................... 340
Event data recording .................. 12
Exhaust fumes .......................... 177
F
Fail safe cooling ........................ 285
Fleet MyKey programming ........ 63
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) .... 179
Floor mats ................................. 251
Fluid capacities ......................... 340
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road ....................... 195
Fuel
cap ........................................... 183
capacity ................................... 340
choosing the right fuel ........... 180
filler funnel ............................. 181
filling your vehicle
with fuel .................................. 183
filter, specifications ........ 290, 344
fuel pump shut-off .................. 255
octane rating ................... 180, 339
running out of fuel ................. 181
safety information relating to
automotive fuels ..................... 179
Fuel and distance computer .... 112
outside temperature
indicator .................................. 112
to empty indicator .................. 112
trip distance ............................ 112
trip/reset button ..................... 112
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) ......................................... 179
Fuses .......................... 267–268, 272
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