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5. Locate and carefully remove the
engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it
again.
•If the oil level isbetween the MIN and MAX marks, or between
the lower and upper holes (depending on application),the oil
level is acceptable.DO NOT ADD OIL.
•If the oil level is below the MIN
mark or the lower hole, add
enough oil to raise the level
within the MIN-MAX range or
between the lower and upper
holes.
•Oil levels above the MAX mark or upper hole may cause engine
damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized
dealer.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
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 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.
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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
intervals listed inscheduled maintenance information.The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,
which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). 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 “FULL COLD” level or within the “COLD
FILL RANGE” 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 -34°F (-36°C).
•Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.
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•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 inscheduled maintenance information.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle may reduce fuel economy at any speed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] 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
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions 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
authorized 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.
It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window
sticker. These numbers represent the Range of MPG (L/100 km)
expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economy
may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
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waxing .....................................269
wheels ......................................270
wiper blades ............................271
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......88, 90
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................18
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................22
Compass, electronic ..................111
calibration ...............................112
set zone adjustment ...............112
Console ......................................106
overhead ..................................107
Controls
power seat ...............................156
steering column ......................117
Coolant
checking and adding ..............284
refill capacities ................288, 304
specifications ..................306–307
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................114
Customer Assistance ................237
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................266
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................267
Getting roadside assistance ...237
Getting the service you
need .........................................262
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................267
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................265
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Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................97Defrost
rear window ..............................95
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................301
engine oil .................................279
Doors
central unlocking ....................140
lubricant specifications ..........306
Driving under special
conditions ..................................234
through water .........................236
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Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................255
Emergency Flashers .................239
Emission control system ..........297
Engine ................................307–308
cleaning ...................................270
coolant .....................................284
fail-safe cooling .......................289
idle speed control ...................282
lubrication
specifications ..................306–307
refill capacities ........................304
service points ..........................277
Engine block heater .................222
Engine oil ..................................279
checking and adding ..............279
dipstick ....................................279
filter, specifications ........281, 303
recommendations ...................281
refill capacities ........................304
specifications ..................306–307
Exhaust fumes ..........................221
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Fail safe cooling ........................289
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