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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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If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
mileage intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,
which equates to a freeze point of -36°C (-34°F). Coolant concentration
testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the
Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014–R1060). The level of coolant
should be maintained at the“cold full”of“cold fill range”level in the
coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions
in theAdding engine coolantsection.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.A
50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
•Freeze protection down to -36°C (-34°F).
•Boiling protection up to 129°C (265°F).
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.
LEAD
RETURN
RECYCLE
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•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toLubricant specificationsin
this chapter.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy
at any speed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried).
•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
12–16 km (8–10 miles) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transaxles give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA window sticker
Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact your
dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPA
window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons
with other vehicles.
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Vehicles with Traction Control (if equipped) may exhibit some unusual
driving characteristics, when using snow chains, which can be avoided by
switching Traction Control off.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
Snow chains should only be fitted to size P 185/65 R14 tires.
Snow chains should never be used on the spare tire.
•Use only SAE Class S chains.
•Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
•Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, remove
the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.
•If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
•Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use
tire chains on dry roads.
•The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and chains.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 2.0L I4 SPI
engine2.0L I4
Zetec-E
engine2.3L I4 PZEV
engine
Air filter element FA-1688 FA-1688 N/A
(Lifetime)
1
Fuel filter FG-986–B FG-986–B FG-1081
Oil filter FL-400-S FL-2005 FL-910
Battery BXT-40R BXT-96R BXT-96R
PCV valve
2
Spark plugs-platinum3
1
Non Serviceable Part. Air Filter Service Minder indicates if service is
needed. See dealer or qualified technician for replacement. The air filter
is designed as a“lifetime”part.
2The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items
listed in the scheduled maintenance guide and is essential to the life and
performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
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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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ItemFord Part
Name or
EquivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Automatic
transaxleMotorcraft
MERCONV
AT FXT-5-QM MERCONV
Manual transaxle Motorcraft Full
Synthetic
Manual
Transmission
FluidXT-M5-QS WSD-M2C200–C
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)WSS-M2C153-H
and API
Certification
Mark
Constant
velocity jointsCV Joint Grease
(High Temp.)XG-5 WSS-M1C258–A1
Engine coolant Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)VC-7–A WSS-
M97B51-A1
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2
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Side window deflector
Spoilers
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
compliance certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight
information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems - such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use or are not properly installed. When operated, such systems may
cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be
damaged or operate improperly. In addition, such systems may be
damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your
vehicle. (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door openers and
other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily
affect your vehicle’s operation.)
•Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage
that may result from the use of such equipment.
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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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M
Manual transaxlelubricant specifications ..........212
Manual transmission .................117 fluid capacities ........................208
reverse .....................................118
Mirrors .........................................53 side view mirrors (power) .......53
Moon roof ....................................57
Motorcraft parts ................184, 207
O
Octane rating ............................183
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................169
P
Parking brake ............................112
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....207
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................132
Power Point Cigar lighter ..............................52
Power steering ..........................113 fluid, checking and adding ....190
fluid, refill capacity ................208
fluid, specifications .........210, 212
Power Windows ...........................52
R
Rear window defroster ...............37
Relays ........................................128
Remote entry system .................64 locking/unlocking doors ...........61
opening the trunk .....................65 Roadside assistance ..................126
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............88
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ........................76, 79
–83
Safety defects, reporting ..........156
Safety restraints ..............76, 79 –83
belt minder ...............................84
extension assembly ..................88
for adults .............................80 –82
for children .........................95 –96
safety belt maintenance ...........88
warning light and chime ..........84
Safety seats for children ............99
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............76
Seats ............................................71
child safety seats ......................99
Servicing your vehicle ..............164
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........136
Spark plugs, specifications ......207,
212
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................210, 212
Speed control ..............................54
Starting your
vehicle ........................107 –108, 110
jump starting ..........................139
Steering wheel tilting .........................................51
Sunroof (moonroof) ...................57
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