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How Tight To Turn A 1998 Ford Escort Oil Filler Cap
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Owner's Manual - Page 8
...light to check the bulb. Temporary malfunctions may misfire or run poorly.) 2. What you should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of the engine's emission control systems may be malfunctioning. After three...solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. The fuel cap may illuminate without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service Engine Soon ...
Owner's Manual - Page 11
...Charging system Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON and the engine is off the engine immediately. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Check coolant Illuminates when the ... coolant in the Maintenance and Care chapter. This lamp also illuminates when the ignition is turned to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter. For more needs to ON and the engine is...
Owner's Manual - Page 130
Engine coolant reservoir 9. Maintenance and care
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L SOHC engine
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1. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle only) 4. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
130 Battery 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil dipstick 2. Engine oil fill cap 7.
Owner's Manual - Page 131
Air filter assembly 4. Engine oil dipstick 6. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Battery 3. Brake fluid reservoir
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2.0L DOHC Zetec engine
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1. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle only) 2. Engine oil fill cap 5.
Owner's Manual - Page 132
... (manual transaxle). 4. Open the hood. Maintenance and care
ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Check the engine oil each time you fuel your vehicle. 1. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L SOHC engine
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Owner's Manual - Page 134
.... Add engine oil through the oil filler cap.
They are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions, lead to Checking the engine oil in FULL mark on the dipstick. Recheck the oil level. For instructions, refer to engine damage which is not above the F in this certification mark. If the fluid level is WSS-M2C153-G. Ford oil specification is...
Owner's Manual - Page 135
... experienced. Severe duty operation would include extensive idling, trailer towing, driving in severe dust and police, taxi or delivery service. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for your engine oil and filter according to the following mileage and time requirements, whichever occurs first: • Normal Schedule - 8,000 km (5,000 miles...
Owner's Manual - Page 136
...and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed at least once each year: • Clean the reservoir cap before removal to fail.
136 Refer to your brakes. Brake fluid is not DOT 3, you will cause permanent damage to Lubricant ... cylinder run dry. Do not fill above this line. • Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specifications.
Owner's Manual - Page 140
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If you are sure that all metals and rubber elastomers used in Ford cooling systems for four years or 80,000 km (50,000 miles). When you must remove the coolant recovery cap, follow these steps to avoid personal injury: 1. Slowly turn the engine off and let it . Do not use of an...
Owner's Manual - Page 143
... MIN and MAX lines. If the fluid is low, add fluid in this range. 5. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Be sure to put the cap back on the dipstick and/or dipstick handle and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the reservoir. Your...
Owner's Manual - Page 144
...the dipstick making sure it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. 5. Transmission fluid should be turned off for each gear to cool before checking. 1. If your foot on a level surface and engage... or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of driving. Latch the gearshift lever in the filler tube.
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fluid at normal operating temperatures 66°C-77&#...
Owner's Manual - Page 160
... are used for maintenance replacements or for service of fuel. • Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is equipped with applicable exhaust emission standards. If other emission...catalytic converter and other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are considered essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance...
Owner's Manual - Page 165
... children's reach. Coupe
Sedan/wagon
2. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass; Make sure that the headlamps are turned OFF. Open the hood and find the headlamp wiring socket and disconnect from your hand could cause the bulb to change the bulb.
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Owner's Manual - Page 180
...Air filter FA-1643 FA-1643 Fuel filter FG-862 FG-862 Battery BX-58C BXT-58 Oil filter FL-400-A FL-2005 PCV Valve EV-229 EV-224 Spark plugs* AGSF-34EE** AZFS... transaxles
6.0L (6.3 quarts) 5.0L (5.3 quarts)
180 REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid Application All Capacity Fill to the Engine Data chart for spark...
Owner's Manual - Page 181
... filter change) Fuel tank capacity Power steering fluid Transmission fluid Ford Part Application Name Motorcraft 5W30 ZX2 Super Premium Motor Oil Sedan/wagon N/A Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON ATF Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate All All Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles All Capacity 4.25L (4.5 quarts) 3.8L (4.0 quarts) ...
Owner's Manual - Page 182
... ATF Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil Ford Part Number E8AZ-19A501-B XT-2-QDX XT-2-QDX XO-5W30-QSP Ford Specification N/A MERCON MERCON WSS-M2C153-G and API Certification...Engine coolant
Power steering reservoir ENGINE DATA
CV Joint Grease E43Z-19590-A (High Temp.) Ford Premium E2FZ-19549-AA Cooling System Fluid Motorcraft XT-2-QDX MERCON ATF
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Owner's Manual - Page 189
... ...9 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...10 anti-theft ...10 brake ...10 charging system ...11 check coolant ...11 liftgate ajar ...11 low fuel ...7 oil pressure ...11 safety belt ...9 service engine soon ...7,8 turn signal indicator ...10 Lubricant specifications ...181 Luggage rack ...103 Mirrors side view mirrors (power) ...17 Moon roof ...35 Odometer ...15 Panic alarm...
Owner's Manual - Page 191
...87 octane 48.5L (12.8 gallons) Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-G Refer to Tire Pressure Decal on passenger's door panel Pull... reservoir 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts)
Tire size and pressure Hood release Oil capacity (with filter change) Coolant capacity
Power steering fluid capacity Automatic transmission capacity Manual transmission capacity
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Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
... equivalent quality: Ford Custom Clearcoat Polish Ford Custom Silicone Gloss Polish Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner Ford Metal Surface Cleaner Ford Multi-Purpose Cleaner Ford Spot and Stain Remover Ford Super Premium Tire and Trim Dressing Ford Triple Clean Ford Ultra-Clear Spray...
Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
Ford accessories for your vehicle
Framed luggage covers Heavy-duty battery Neutral towing transfer case kit (Explorer only) Off road lights Pickup box rails Removable luggage ... covers Cargo liners, interior Carpet floor mats Cleaners, waxes and polishes Flat splash guards Front end covers (full and mini) Hood/bag deflectors Locking gas cap 11
