oil dipstick Mercury Monterey 2005 Owner's Manuals

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
4.2L V6 engines
1. Brake fluid reservoir
2. Air filter assembly
3. Power distribution box
4. Battery
5. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
6. Engine oil dipstick
7. Engine oil filler cap
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
9. Engine coolant reservoir
10. Power steering fluid reservoir
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4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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 iswithin this
range,the oil level is acceptable.
DO NOT ADD OIL.
•If the oil level isbelow this
mark,engineoil must be added
to raise the level within the
normal operating range.
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•If required, add engine oil to the
engine. Refer toAdding engine
oilin this chapter.
•Do not overfill the engine
with oil. Oil levels above this
mark may cause engine
damage.If the engine is
overfilled, some oil must be
removed from the engine by a
qualified service technician.
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.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range 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
1/4 of a turn until three clicks are heard or until the cap is fully seated.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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wheels ......................................249
wiper blades ............................250
Clock ............................................63
Compass, electronic ....................55
calibration .................................57
set zone adjustment .................56
Console ........................................71
overhead ....................................55
Controls
power seat ...............................110
steering column ........................71
Coolant
checking and adding ..............263
refill capacities ................267, 286
specifications ..................287, 289
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................68
Cupholder(s) .............................114
Customer Assistance ................222
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................252
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................245
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................245
Getting roadside assistance ...222
Getting the service you
need .........................................239
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................246
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................242
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................42Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................279
engine oil .................................257
Doors ...........................................58
lubricant specifications ..........287
power sliding ............................59
Driving under special
conditions ..................................217
through water .........................221
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Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................232
Emission control system ..........276
Engine ........................................289
cleaning ...................................249
coolant .....................................263
idle speed control ...................261
lubrication
specifications ..................287, 289
refill capacities ........................286
service points ..........................256
starting after a collision .........223
Engine block heater .................209
Engine oil ..................................257
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................257
checking and adding ..............257
dipstick ....................................257
filter, specifications ........260, 285
recommendations ...................260
refill capacities ........................286
specifications ..................287, 289
Exhaust fumes ..........................209
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Floor mats ...................................72
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