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Question posted by rebeccahartman1 on November 24th, 2012

Water In Oil

water in oil  

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Answer #1: Posted by roadrunnertim on November 24th, 2012 9:17 PM
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Your car probably has a blown cylinder head gasket. A new head gasket is around $20.00, but it is a big hassle to do it. Unless you are very mechanically inclined, your best bet is to have your local garage do it for you. Expect it to cost a minimum of $700 in labor to replace it. 

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Owner's Manual - Page 5

Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine ...
Owner's Manual - Page 9

Poor fuel quality or water in properly servicing your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 9 After three driving cycles without a driveability concern being noted. The OBD II system also ...
Owner's Manual - Page 12

..., the light(s) will vary depending on , check the fuel filler cap. Instrumentation Engine oil pressure Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ensure your bulb is working. For more...and safety restraints chapter. For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter. Belt minder chime Sounds intermittently to remind you to...
Owner's Manual - Page 40

... prevent undesirable odors from the instrument panel registers. Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is about 6°C (43°F) or higher. Mode selector control Controls the direction...
Owner's Manual - Page 113

... brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet, your engine. Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the ... it cannot be flat-towed with all wheels on the ground. If driving through water that is submerged may stall. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as safely possible on ...
Owner's Manual - Page 140

Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L SOHC I4 engine 9 1 2 3 4 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 7 6 5 Engine oil dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle) Battery Air filter assembly Engine oil filler cap Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir 140
Owner's Manual - Page 141

Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle) Battery Air filter assembly Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Brake fluid reservoir 141 Maintenance and care 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine 7 8 9 1 2 3 6 5 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Owner's Manual - Page 142

... engine off and wait a few minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L SOHC I4 engine ADD FULL 142...
Owner's Manual - Page 143

... a service technician. 7. Maintenance and care • 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine MIN MAX 6. Put the indicator back in and ensure it again. • If the oil level is between the ADD and FULL marks, the oil level is acceptable. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it is below the ADD mark, add enough...
Owner's Manual - Page 144

... and durability performance meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H. They are heard until it is latched. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to Checking the engine oil in the scheduled maintenance guide. 144 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Use Motorcraft or an equivalent...
Owner's Manual - Page 145

... the reservoir. 2. Do not fill above this line. Brake fluid is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for the service interval schedules. 1. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications...
Owner's Manual - Page 146

... this may cause the brakes to Brake fluid in the reservoir for 15 minutes. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately. 146 both are part of the same system; For more information...brake master cylinder are refillable through the brake master cylinder with running water for the master cylinder fall below the MIN mark. Brake fluid is toxic.
Owner's Manual - Page 148

...Tester, 014-R1060). Coolant concentration testing is possible with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. The level of "cold fill range" level in the engine coolant reservoir. ...properly. 148 If the concentration of -36° C (-34° F). A 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F). • Boiling ...
Owner's Manual - Page 150

...Ford Specification WSS-M97B51-A1. The cooling system in case of engine coolant and distilled water. Water alone (without engine coolant may be drained and refilled with the factory-filled coolant. ... or freezing. 150 Maintenance and care NOTE: Automotive fluids are unsure which type of water without engine coolant) can cause engine damage from a hot cooling system can result in...
Owner's Manual - Page 151

... the pressure has been released, use alcohol, methanol or brine or any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration see Use of coolant and water to -34°F/-36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the concentration. steam and hot liquid can be tightly installed to within the "cold fill...
Owner's Manual - Page 186

... and rear window If the wiper blades do not form when you rinse it with water. The windshield or rear window is clean if beads do not wipe properly, clean the wiper blade rubber ... tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by substances on glass as Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover (B7A-19520-AA). Clean the outside of the windshield or rear window with the same detergent as ...
Owner's Manual - Page 210

... ...152, 190 specifications ...191-192 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...44 Defrost rear window ...43 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...154 engine oil ...142 Doors lubricant specifications ...191 Driving under special conditions through water ...113 E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...129 Emission control system ...174 Engine ...192-193 check engine/service engine soon light ...9 cleaning...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 7

... tires for Additional Checks and Services Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be brought to Mileage Intervals for wear and proper air pressure engine oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel...
Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 11

... Vehicle Assurance Company covers these components: cylinder block, heads and all internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds, flywheel, timing gear, harmonic balancer, valve covers, oil pan and pump, water pump, fuel system (excluding fuel lines and fuel tank), high pressure lines, gaskets and seals, glow plugs, turbocharger, powertrain control module, electronic driver...
Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 12

...items that the actual mileage cannot be determined • using the wrong part, fuel, oil, lubricants, or fluids. See the Owner Guide for correct fluid types and levels, and...or improper fuel/fluids • customer-applied chemicals or accidental spills • driving through water deep enough to cause water to be inoperative for proper ways to the elements. including the body, chassis, or...

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