oil viscosity Mercury Mountaineer 1998 Owner's Manuals

²If the oil level is below the ADD
mark (4.0L engines) or MIN
mark (5.0L engines), add
enough oil to raise the level
within the ADD-FULL range
(4.0L engines) or MIN-MAX
range (5.0L engines).
²Oil levels above the letter F in
FULL (4.0L engines) or the
MAX mark (5.0L engines) may
cause engine damage. Some oil
must be removed from the
engine by a 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 fluid level is not within
the normal range, add only
certified engine oil of the preferred
viscosity. Add engine oil through
the oil filler cap. Remove the filler
cap and use a funnel to pour oil in
the opening.
3. Recheck the oil level. Make sure
the oil level is not above the MAX
mark or the letter F in FULL on
the dipstick.
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