oil level FORD RANGER 1997 2.G Owners Manual

Instrumentation
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[IS05900(R)01/96]
Charging System Light
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[IS06000(R)04/96]
This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and
that you need to have the electrical system checked.
[IS06100(R)01/96]
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Charging system light symbol
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[IS06200(R)03/96]
This light illuminates every time you turn the ignition to the
ON or START position (engine off). The light should go off
when the engine starts and the alternator begins to charge.
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[IS06300(R)03/96]
If the light stays on or illuminates when the engine is running,
have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.
[IS06700(R)01/96]
Check Gage Light (If equipped)
[IS06800(R)04/96]
This light will come on when the key is in the ON position and
the:
[IS06900(R)01/96]
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engine coolant temperature is high
[IS07000(R)01/96]
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engine oil pressure is low
[IS07100(R)01/96]
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fuel level is near empty
[IS07200(R)01/96]
This light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention
and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge, the engine
oil pressure gauge, and the fuel level gauge.
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[IS08400(R)04/96]
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
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[IS08500(R)01/96]
This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level.
However, if your engine's oil level is low, it could affect the oil
pressure. With the engine running, the pointer should move into
the NORMAL band. If the pointer drops below the NORMAL
band while the engine is running, you have lost oil pressure
and continued operation will cause severe engine damage.
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[IS08600(R)05/96]
If you lose engine oil pressure:
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[IS08700(R)04/96]1.
Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[IS08800(R)03/96]2.
Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the engine as soon as
safely possible, severe engine damage could result.
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[IS08900(R)01/96]3.
Check the engine's oil level, following the instructions on
checking and adding engine oil. Refer toEngine oilin the
Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others
could be injured. To assure an accurate reading, your vehicle
should be on level ground.
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[IS09000(R)01/96]4.
If the level is low, add only as much oil as necessary before
you start the engine again. Do not overfill. Do not operate
the engine if the pointer is below the NORMAL band,
regardless of the oil level. Contact your nearest dealer for
further service actions.
[IS09100(R)01/96]
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Engine oil pressure gauge Ð mechanical cluster
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[MC13730(R)05/96]
NOTE: 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,
startup 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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[MC13775(R)01/96]
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[MC13800(R)01/96]
Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe
engine operation, check the oil using the dipstick each time you
put fuel in your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off, the
oil must be warm and the vehicle must be parked on level
ground.
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[MC13900(R)01/96]
Checking the engine oil level:
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[MC14000(R)01/96]1.
Turn the engine off after it has warmed up and allow a few
minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan.
[MC14050(R)04/96]2.
Set the parking brake, making sure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park) or 1 (manual transmission).
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[MC14100(R)01/96]3.
Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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[MC14200(R)01/96]4.
Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in yellow) and
carefully pull it out of the engine.
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[MC14300(R)01/96]5.
Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making
sure it is fully seated.
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Maintenance and Care
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[MC14400(R)01/96]
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Engine oil dipstick
[MC14500(R)01/96]6.
Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below
the ªADDº line, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil level
is beyond the letter ªFº in Full, engine damage or high oil
consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from
the engine.
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[MC14600(R)01/96]7.
Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated.
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[MC14800(R)01/96]
It may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes. Make
sure you use a CERTIFIED engine oil of the preferred viscosity.
Your vehicle's warranty coverage may not apply if engine
damage is caused by the use of improper engine oil.
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[MC15000(R)01/96]
Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow.
To add oil, remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil
into the opening. Be careful not to overfill the engine. Recheck
the oil level after you finish adding oil.
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