check oil FORD FIESTA 2007 Workshop Manual

100-00-4 General Information 100=00=4
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
lnspection and Verification
Visual lnspection Charts, Symptom Charts and
other information charts (such as diagnostic
routines) or supplement test procedures with
technical specifications will navigate the user to a
specific test procedure.
Symptom Chart
The symptom chart indicates symptoms, sources
and actions to address a condition.
Item
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4
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Pinpoint Tests
For electrical systems, pinpoint test steps are used
to identify the source of a concern in a logical,
step-by-step manner. pinpoint tests have two
columns: CONDITIONS and
DETAILSIRESULTSIACTIONS.
Designation
Special tool
Install new component
l nspect
Apply sealant
Apply petroleum jelly Apply oil
Apply fluid
Apply grease
Removal or Disassembly
detail
Installation or Assembly
detail
The CONDITIONS column is used exclusively for
graphics and icons (with or without captions) and
the
DETAILSIRESULTSIACTIONS column
provides direction to another test step or specific
corrective actions.
The boxed numbers indicate the order in which the
described action is to be performed.
Description
A special tool is required for this component. There will also
be a removal or installation symbol alongside the special
tool symbol.
Discard the old component and install a new component.
Check the component for damage.
Apply sealant to the component as specified in the mate-
rials table.
Apply petroleum jelly to the component as specified in the
materials table.
Apply oil to the component as specified in the materials table.
Apply fluid to the component as specified in the materials
table.
Apply grease to the component as specified in the mate-rials
table.
Go to the removal or disassembly detail for additional
information to remove or disassemble a component
Go to the installation or assembly detail for additional
information to install or assemble a component
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100-00-12 General Information 100-00-12
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Gross or prolonged skin contact with high boiling
point gas oils may also cause serious skin
disorders including skin cancer.
Kerosene (Paraffin)
Used also as heating fuel, solvent and cleaning
agent.
Flammable
- observe No Smoking policy.
Irritation of the mouth and throat may result from
swallowing. The main hazard from swallowing
arises if liquid aspiration into the lungs occurs.
Liquid contact dries the skin and can cause
irritation or dermatitis. Splashes in the eye may be
slightly irritating.
In normal circumstances the low volatility does not
give rise to harmful vapors. Exposure to mists and
vapors from kerosene at elevated temperature
should be avoided (mists may arise in dewaxing).
Avoid skin and eye contact and make sure there
is adequate ventilation.
Alternative Fuel
Highly flammable. Observe "NO SMOKING" signs.
Make sure there is adequate ventilation when
working on alternative fuelled vehicles. Great care
must be taken to avoid the serious consequences
of inhalation in the event of vapor build up in
confined spaces.
Inhalation in high concentrations may cause
dizziness, headache, nausea and loss of
co-ordination. Very high concentrations may result
in loss of consciousness.
Contact with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or
compressed natural gas (CNG) to the skin may
cause cold burns and frost bite.
Long sleeved cotton overalls, steel toe capped
safety boots and rubber neoprene gloves should
be worn during removal and installation of
LPGICNG fuel system components.
LPGICNG fuel leaks could cause a fire and be a
hazard to health that can lead to personal injury,
illness or even death.
If a leak is detected, under no circumstances
attempt to seal the leak by tightening the
unionlconnection until the fuel in the system or
component is depressurized. Once tightened the
system should be checked for integrity following
the specified procedures. If
the fuel tank is to be removed for service or repair
the fuel must be evacuated using dedicated
equipment and following the specified
procedures. (
Gas Cylinders
See also Fire.
Gases such as oxygen, acetylene, argon and
propane are normally stored in cylinders at
pressures of up to
138 bar (2000 psi) and great
care should be taken in handling these cylinders
to avoid mechanical damage to them or to the valve
gear attached. The contents of each cylinder
should be clearly identified by appropriate
markings.
Cylinders should be stored in well-ventilated
enclosures, and protected from ice and snow, or
direct sunlight. Fuel gases, for example acetylene
and propane, should not be stored in close
proximity to oxygen cylinders.
Care should be exercised to prevent leaks from
gas cylinders and lines, and to avoid sources of
ignition.
Only trained personnel should undertake work
involving gas cylinders.
Gases
See Gas Cylinders.
Gaskets (Fluoroelastomer)
See Viton.
General Workshop Tools and
Equipment
It is essential that all tools and equipment are
maintained in good condition and that the correct
safety equipment is used where required.
Never use tools or equipment for any purpose other
than that for which they were designed. Never
overload equipment such as hoists, jacks, axle and
chassis stands or
lifting slings. Damage caused by
overloading is not always immediately apparent
and may result in a fatal failure the next time that
the equipment is used.
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Marigold Industrial (Blue Nitrile range)]. If gloves
become torn or contaminated on the inside they
should be replaced. Eye protection with safety
glasses is appropriate. Use of an impervious apron
and arm protectors may be necessary if more
extensive exposure is possible. Use of skin barrier
creams suitable for work with mineral oil products
may offer some supplementary protection, but such
barrier creams should not be used in place of
protective clothing.
If accidental skin contact occurs with the fluids,
wash the area thoroughly with soap or skin
cleanser and water.
Accidental eye contact should be dealt with as per
normal first aid practices, by flushing the eyes with
an eye wash or clean cool water for
10 minutes,
after which medical attention should be obtained.
Remove and launder clothing which becomes
contaminated with the fluids. Do not place rags
contaminated with fluid in clothing pockets.
Wash thoroughly
after completing operations where
skin exposure may have occurred.
It is important that personnel do not smoke, eat or
drink whilst handling the fluids or affected
transmissions. These measures are designed to
limit the risk from accidental ingestion.
Label any decanted fluid
properlyluse an equivalent
label to that on original product containers.
Clean up any spills promptly using an inert
absorbent and wash down contaminated surfaces
with detergent and water.
Dispose of any waste fluids safely as hazardous
waste. Do
not employ used engine oils as lubricants or
for any application where appreciable skin contact
is likely to occur.
Environmental Precautions
Burning used engine oil in small space heaters or
boilers can be recommended only for units of
.
approved design. If in doubt check with the
appropriate local authority and manufacturer of
approved appliances.
Dispose of used oil and used oil filters through
authorized waste disposal contractors or licensed
waste disposal sites, or to the waste oil reclamation
trade. If in doubt, contact the relevant local
authority for advice on disposal facilities.
It is illegal to pour used oil on to the ground, down
sewers or drains, or into watercourses.
Noise
Some operations may produce high noise levels,
which could, in time, damage hearing. In these
cases, suitable ear protection must be worn.
Noise Insulation Materials
See Foams, Fibre Insulation.
0-Rings (Fluoroelastomer)
See Viton.
Paints
Safety Data Sheets
See also Solvents, Chemical Materials.
Safety Data Sheets, which detail specific material handling instructions and precautions are available
from the respective national sales company, and
via internet
www.msds.ford .corn.
Used Engine Oil
Prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oil
will result in the removal of natural fats from the
skin, leading to dryness, irritation and dermatitis.
In addition, used engine oil contains potentially
harmful contaminants, which may cause skin
cancer. Adequate means of skin protection and
washing facilities must be provided. Highly flammable, flammable
- observe No
Smoking policy
One Pack
Can contain harmful or toxic pigments, driers and
other components as well as solvents. Spraying
should be carried out only with adequate
ventilation.
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100-00-23 General Information 100-00-23
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
RoadIRoller Testing
I Road or roller testing may be carried out for various
reasons and a procedure detailing pre-test checks,
engine starting and stopping, pre-driving checks,
on-test checks and final checks to be completed
on completion of the test is given below.
Unless complete vehicle performance is being
checked, the full road test procedure need not be
carried out. Instead, those items particularly
relevant to the
system(s) being checked can be
extracted.
Pre-Test Checks
A WARNING:lf the brake system hydraulic
fluid level is low, pedal travel is excessive
or a hydraulic leak is found, do not attempt
to road test the vehicle until the reason for
the low fluid level, excessive pedal travel
or hydraulic leak is found and rectified.
It is suggested that pre-test checks and functional
tests of those systems and circuits which affect the
safe and legal operations of the vehicle, such as
( , brakes, lights and steering, should always be
carried out before the road or roller test.
With the ignition switched off, check:
- the engine oil level.
- the engine coolant level.
- the tires, for correct pressure, compatible types
and tread patterns, and wear within limits.
- that there is sufficient fuel in the tank to
complete the test.
- all around the engine, transmission and under
the vehicle for oil, coolant, hydraulic and fuel
leaks. Make a note of any apparent leaks and
wipe off the surrounding areas to make it easier
to identify the extent of the leak on completion
of the test.
Starting the Engine
N0TE:On initial drive away from cold and within
the first 1.5 km (1 mile), do not depress the
accelerator pedal beyond half travel until the
vehicle has attained a minimum speed of
25 kmlh
(15 mileslh). Never operate at high engine speed
or with the accelerator pedal at full travel whilst the
engine is cold.
With the ignition switched off, check:
- that the parking brake is applied.
- that the gear lever is in the neutral position.
- that all instrument gauges (except fuel gauge)
read zero.
With the ignition switched on, check:
- that the ignition controlled warning lamps are
illuminated.
- that the engine temperature gauge registers a reading compatible with the engine temperature.
- that the fuel gauge registers a reading
appropriate to the fuel level in the tank.
- the operation of the parking brake warning lamp
and fluid level warning indicator.
Road or Roller Testing
A CAUTI0N:lf road testing, check the brake
operation while still traveling at low speed
before continuing with the test. If the
brakes pull to one side, or appear to be
otherwise faulty, do not continue with the
road test until the fault has been found and
rectified.
During the road or roller test, check:
- that the clutch pedal operation is not stiff or
heavy.
- that the initial gear engagement is smooth and
there is no evidence of clutch drag.
- that the parking brake control operates smoothly
and releases quickly and completely.
- that the clutch takes up the drive smoothly,
without slip or judder.
- that gear changing is smooth with no abnormal
noises or vibrations from the transmission.
- the engine power output is satisfactory, full
power is achieved, acceleration is smooth and
pedal operation is not stiff or heavy, and engine
speed returns to idle correctly.
- there is no excessive or abnormally colored
smoke from the engine under normal driving,
heavy load or overrun conditions.
- that steering operation, including power steering
(if equipped), is smooth, accurate, not
excessively heavy or with excessive free play
or vibration.
- that the steering does not pull to one side and
self centers smoothly after cornering.
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
- that the speedometer, coolant temperature - oil, coolant, hydraulic, air and fuel leaks.
gauge and tachometer (if equipped) register the - abnormal temperature of any moving
correct readings and operate correctly.
components or assemblies, for example wheel
(
- that the switches and controls operate smoothly hubs, transmission and axle, which might
and positively, warning and indicator lamps
indicate over tightness or lack of lubrication.
operate correctly and the direction indicator
control self cancels when the steering is
returned to the straight ahead position.
- that the heating and ventilation systems operate
correctly and effectively.
- the brake operation and efficiency.
Brake Testing
A WARNING:When brake testing, avoid
breathing the fumes from hot brakes, this
may contain asbestos dust which is
hazardous to health. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in personal injury.
For additional information, refer to: Health
and Safety Precautions
(1 00-00 General
Information, Description and Operation).
CAUTIONS:
A Avoid brake testing on busy roads where
it may cause inconvenience or danger to
other road users.
A Brake testing which includes heavy brake
applications should not be carried out with
new brake
padsldiscs or liningsldrums
until the components have bedded-in. New
brake friction components will not reach
full efficiency until the bedding-in process
is complete.
Test the brakes at several speeds within the normal
operating range using both light and heavy pedal
pressure. Note any tendency to snatch, pull or
drag, and any undue delay in application or
release.
Allow the vehicle to coast and note any tendency
to pull to one side, or evidence that the brakes are
binding.
After stopping the vehicle (not immediately after a
period of heavy braking), carefully check the brake
temperature.
A brake disc or brake drum that feels
hot or is appreciably hotter than the others,
indicates that the brake is binding.
After completion of the test, check for:
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204-00-1 5 Suspension System - General Information 204-00-1 5 1
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
2. If there is any free movement install a new lower 4. Compress and pull the piston rod in the vertical
arm. position. Feel if the resistance force at the point
REFER to: Lower Arm (204-01 Front
Suspension, Removal and Installation).
3. If a new lower arm is installed it will be
necessary to check and adjust the front wheel
alignment.
REFER to: Specifications (204-00 Suspension
System
- General Information, Specifications). of direction change-over
is perceptible without
a lag. If a lag is perceptible it is an indication of
damper valve damage and new struts or shock
absorbers must be installed. REFER to:
Front Strut and Spring Assembly (204-01 Front
Suspension, Disassembly and Assembly),
Front Strut and Spring Assembly (204-01 Front
Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Rear Shock Absorber (204-02 Rear Suspension,
Removal and Installation).
Strut or Shock Absorber Inspection
N0TE:lnspect the struts or shock absorber for
signs of oil
weepage or leaks. Make sure that the
oil is not from another source.
Weepage:
deposits a thin film of oil on the strut and spring
assembly or shock absorber.
is normally noticed due to a collection of dust
on the strut and spring assembly or shock
absorber.
occurs during the normal running-in period of
4800
- 8050 km. After this period no new signs
of oil should be visible.
does not require new struts or shock absorbers
to be installed.
Leakage:
covers the entire strut and spring assembly or
shock absorber with oil.
will drip oil onto the surrounding suspension
components.
requires new struts or shock absorbers to be
installed.
Strut or Shock Absorber Testing
N0TE:Struts or shock absorbers must be tested
in the vertical position.
I. Remove both strut and spring assemblies or
shock absorbers. The piston rods should extend.
Disassemble the strut and spring assemblies.
REFER to: Front Strut and Spring Assembly
(204-01 Front Suspension, Disassembly
and Assembly).
2. Compress the piston rods. Both piston rods
should offer the same resistance when
compressing.
3. Compress and release the piston rods. The
piston rods should extent equally.
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205-04-9 Front Drive Halfshafts 205-04-9
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
6. Install the wheel and tire.
' For additional information, refer to: Wheel - and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal
and Installation).
7m CAUTION:^^^ a socket to tighten the
wheel hub retaining nut to prevent damage.
Tighten the wheel hub retaining nut.
8. Tighten the strut and spring assembly top
mount retaining nuts.
Vehicles with manual transaxle
9. With the vehicle on a level surface, fill the
transaxle with transmission fluid until the oil
level is just below the bottom of the filler
hole.
Vehicles with automatic transaxle
10. Check the transmission fluid level and top
up with clean automatic transmission oil.
For additional information, refer to:
Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill I (307-01 Automatic
Transmission/Transaxle - Vehicles With:
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
(AW81-40), General Procedures).
- - -- -
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205-04-1 4 Front Drive Halfshafts 205-04-1 4
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
2. N0TE:lnstall a new intermediate shaft center
bearing cap and locknuts.
Install the intermediate shaft center bearing
cap.
I. Install the center bearing cap.
2. Attach the heatshield to the bearing cap.
3. Install the locknuts.
3. Install the right-hand halfshaft.
For additional information, refer to: Front
Halfshaft RH (205-04 Front Drive Halfshafts,
Removal and Installation).
Vehicles with manual transaxle
4. With the vehicle on the level surface, fill the
transaxle with transmission fluid until the oil
level is just below the bottom of the filler
hole.
Vehicles with automatic transaxle
5. Check the transmission fluid level and top
up with clean automatic transmission oil.
For additional information, refer to:
Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill
(307-01
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle -
Vehicles With: 4-Speed Automatic
Transmission
(AW81-40), General
Procedures).
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211 -00-5 Steering System - General Information 211 -00-5
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Steering System
/ Special Tool(s)
Alignment Pins, Subframe
205-524
Simulator, Driver and
passenger ~ir Bags and Side
Air Curtains 50
1 -073A
General Eaui~ment
I Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) I
Principles of Operation
The steering wheel rotational movement is
transferred to the steering gear through the steering
column shaft. The steering gear converts this
rotational movement, through the action of the rack
and pinion gear into lateral movement. This
movement in turn is transferred to the wheel
knuckles through the tie-rods and tie-rod ends.
Hydraulic fluid under pressure is supplied to the
steering gear by the power steering pump. As the
steering wheel is rotated, the hydraulic fluid is
allowed to pass through the steering gear valve to
one side of a double acting piston, dependent on
which direction the steering wheel is rotated. The
fluid moves the piston, which forms part of the
steering gear, giving power assistance to the effort
required to rotate the steering wheel.
Vehicles with petrol engines, due to the extra load
on the engine imposed by the power steering
pump, have a power steering pressure (PSP)
switch. The switch, which is normally closed, sends a signal
to the powertrain control module (PCM)
during low speed parking manoeuvres. The PCM
responds by maintaining the engine idle speed.
lnspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical
or electrical damage.
Visual lnspection Chart
I Mechanical I Electrical I
Tire pressure(s)
Accessory drive belt
Tie-rod ends
Tie-rod (s)
Steering gear housing
Front strut and
spring assemblies
Front suspension
lower arm ball joints
Front suspension
lower arm bushings
Pinch bolt on
steering column
shaft flexible coup-
ling Power
steering pres-
sure (PSP) switch
Wheels and tires
Power steering line
fluid leaks
Steering gear
bellows
3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported
concern is found, correct the cause (if possible)
before proceeding to the next step.
4. If the cause is not visually evident, verify the
symptom and refer to the Symptom Chart.
Symptom Chart
Symptom Possible Sources Action
Drift left or right
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or rear is high or low). CHECK for abnormal loading,
coil spring sag or non-standard
springs.
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211 -00-6 Steering System = General Information 21 1 =OO-6
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Symptom Possible Sources Action
lncorrect wheel alignment. CHECK the wheel alignment
and adjust if necessary.
REFER to: (204-00 Suspension
System
- General Information) r
Specifications (Specifications), Front Toe Adjustment (General
Procedures).
lncorrect front axle cross-
member alignment.
Using the special tool, CHECK
the front axle crossmember
alignment.
Damaged or worn front wheel
bearings. CHECK and INSTALL new
front wheel bearings as neces-
sary.
REFER to: Front Wheel
Bearing (204-01 Front
Suspension, Removal and
Installation).
I CHECK the brake system. I
REFER to: Brake System (206-
00 Brake System
- General
Information, Diagnosis and
Testing).
CARRY OUT the steering
linkage component test.
REFER to Steering Linkage
Component Test in this
procedure.
CARRY OUT the steering
linkage component test.
REFER to Steering Linkage
Component Test in this
procedure.
Wheels and tires. I CHECK the wheels and tires. I
REFER to: Wheels and Tires
(204-04 Wheels and Tires,
Diagnosis and Testing).
Steering wheel 'off center Vehicle attitude incorrect (front
or rear is high or low). CHECK
for abnormal loading,
coil spring sag or non-standard
springs.
lncorrect wheel alignment. CHECK
the wheel alignment
and adjust if necessary.
REFER to: (204-00 Suspension
System
- General Information)
Specifications (Specifications),
Front Toe Adjustment (General
Procedures).
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