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Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 19 At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Instrument Cluster INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GAUGES Temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant.
Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 19 At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Instrument Cluster INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GAUGES Temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant.
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... position when you refuel the vehicle, the fuel gauge will not be less than the advertised capacity due to How fail safe cooling works in coolant in the ON/RUN position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. When the gauge first... empty, there is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not indicate the new volume until the ignition is being refueled. If the coolant is a small amount of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.
... position when you refuel the vehicle, the fuel gauge will not be less than the advertised capacity due to How fail safe cooling works in coolant in the ON/RUN position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. When the gauge first... empty, there is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not indicate the new volume until the ignition is being refueled. If the coolant is a small amount of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.
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Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0 L SPI Engine Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Fuse box Air filter assembly Engine coolant reservoir (marked red and black) Engine oil dipstick Transaxle fluid dipstick Battery Windshield washer fluid reservoir For ease of identification, most filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow and black. 269
Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0 L SPI Engine Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Fuse box Air filter assembly Engine coolant reservoir (marked red and black) Engine oil dipstick Transaxle fluid dipstick Battery Windshield washer fluid reservoir For ease of identification, most filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow and black. 269
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Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0 L Zetec-E Engine Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Fuse box Air filter assembly Engine coolant Engine oil reservoir dipstick (marked red and black) Transaxle fluid dipstick Battery Windshield washer fluid reservoir For ease of identification, most filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow and black. 270
Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0 L Zetec-E Engine Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Fuse box Air filter assembly Engine coolant Engine oil reservoir dipstick (marked red and black) Transaxle fluid dipstick Battery Windshield washer fluid reservoir For ease of identification, most filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow and black. 270
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In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir all the way. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Wipe the indicator clean. Make sure the vehicle is on the windshield, engine coolant could make it again. 271 If the level is securely latched in the container... engine off and wait a few minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it difficult to fill the reservoir. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is low, add enough fluid to see through the windshield. Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID...
In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir all the way. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Wipe the indicator clean. Make sure the vehicle is on the windshield, engine coolant could make it again. 271 If the level is securely latched in the container... engine off and wait a few minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it difficult to fill the reservoir. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is low, add enough fluid to see through the windshield. Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID...
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... Scheduled Maintenance Guide". Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the mileage intervals listed in the coolant reservoir. Coolant concentration testing is possible with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and water, which equates to a freeze...
... Scheduled Maintenance Guide". Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the mileage intervals listed in the coolant reservoir. Coolant concentration testing is possible with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and water, which equates to a freeze...
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...º C (265º F). • Protection against rust and other forms of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the "cold fill level" or within the "cold fill range" as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules...
...º C (265º F). • Protection against rust and other forms of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the "cold fill level" or within the "cold fill range" as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules...
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...washer fluid container. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can be burned if you badly. Refer to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is a 50/50 mixture of its specified function and vehicle location.... the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make it is obtained. do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of engine coolant and distilled water. Do not add engine coolant when the engine is low or...
...washer fluid container. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can be burned if you badly. Refer to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is a 50/50 mixture of its specified function and vehicle location.... the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make it is obtained. do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of engine coolant and distilled water. Do not add engine coolant when the engine is low or...
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... Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant meeting Ford Specification WSSĆM97B51ĆA1. If you are unsure which type of Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan. 281 Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, darkens the color of coolant your vehicle requires, check your coolant reservoir or contact your vehicle...
... Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant meeting Ford Specification WSSĆM97B51ĆA1. If you are unsure which type of Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan. 281 Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, darkens the color of coolant your vehicle requires, check your coolant reservoir or contact your vehicle...
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... Specifications To avoid personal injury, make sure the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (an opaque plastic bottle). When the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. Before you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the cloth...
... Specifications To avoid personal injury, make sure the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (an opaque plastic bottle). When the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. Before you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the cloth...
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... the coolant reservoir slowly with a low level of coolant can result in the coolant reservoir should be tightly installed to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to Ć34° F/Ć36° C), drain some coolant and adjust..."cold fill range" or the "cold full" level on the reservoir. Operating an engine with the proper coolant mixture (see Checking Engine Coolant section). Replace the cap. Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 284 Maintenance and ...
... the coolant reservoir slowly with a low level of coolant can result in the coolant reservoir should be tightly installed to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to Ć34° F/Ć36° C), drain some coolant and adjust..."cold fill range" or the "cold full" level on the reservoir. Operating an engine with the proper coolant mixture (see Checking Engine Coolant section). Replace the cap. Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 284 Maintenance and ...
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...available. Follow your community's regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of recycled engine coolant in this chapter. 285 However, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Ford specification ESEĆM97B44ĆA. Fill your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer... Engine Coolant (greenĆcolored). Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of in this chapter. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in an appropriate manner. Use of such coolant may ...
...available. Follow your community's regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of recycled engine coolant in this chapter. 285 However, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Ford specification ESEĆM97B44ĆA. Fill your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer... Engine Coolant (greenĆcolored). Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of in this chapter. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in an appropriate manner. Use of such coolant may ...
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...run rough. Pull off the engine. 2. ReĆstart the engine and take your vehicle to prevent engine damage, therefore: 1. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. If this is capable of engine damage. Arrange for the engine to a service facility. 3. Maintenance and Specifications When... Remember that the engine is not possible, wait a short period for the vehicle to be able to a service facility. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is activated You have limited engine power when in the failĆsafe mode, so drive the vehicle with caution. ...
...run rough. Pull off the engine. 2. ReĆstart the engine and take your vehicle to prevent engine damage, therefore: 1. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. If this is capable of engine damage. Arrange for the engine to a service facility. 3. Maintenance and Specifications When... Remember that the engine is not possible, wait a short period for the vehicle to be able to a service facility. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is activated You have limited engine power when in the failĆsafe mode, so drive the vehicle with caution. ...
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...the dipstick handle. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford part name Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (greenĆcolored) or Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow colored) Motorcraft MERCONRATF N/A Application Capacity Engine coolant! All 5.75 L (6.1 quarts) ...Power steering fluid Fuel tank All All Fill to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on reservoir 0.9 L (0.95 quarts) 50 L (13.2 gallons) 2.0 L ...
...the dipstick handle. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford part name Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (greenĆcolored) or Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow colored) Motorcraft MERCONRATF N/A Application Capacity Engine coolant! All 5.75 L (6.1 quarts) ...Power steering fluid Fuel tank All All Fill to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on reservoir 0.9 L (0.95 quarts) 50 L (13.2 gallons) 2.0 L ...
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... automatic transaxle fluid is MERCON and/or MERCON V approved. Fluids labeled as such. Transaxle fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on reservoir. 2.0 L (2.1 quarts) 6.6 L (6.9 quarts) * If your Scheduled Maintenance Guide" to determine the correct service interval. 336 Filling station information Item ...on the inside of the instrument panel 5.75 L (6.1 quarts) Fill to line on the dipstick handle. Refer to your engine requires additional coolant, use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid. DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V.
... automatic transaxle fluid is MERCON and/or MERCON V approved. Fluids labeled as such. Transaxle fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on reservoir. 2.0 L (2.1 quarts) 6.6 L (6.9 quarts) * If your Scheduled Maintenance Guide" to determine the correct service interval. 336 Filling station information Item ...on the inside of the instrument panel 5.75 L (6.1 quarts) Fill to line on the dipstick handle. Refer to your engine requires additional coolant, use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid. DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V.
