Owner's Manual
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.... WARNING: If the parking brake is latched in P (Park) 210 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6-speed automatic transmission equipped with a 2.5L I4 engine (if equipped) Your vehicle has been designed to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park). See your authorized...
.... WARNING: If the parking brake is latched in P (Park) 210 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6-speed automatic transmission equipped with a 2.5L I4 engine (if equipped) Your vehicle has been designed to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park). See your authorized...
Owner's Manual
Page 278
... the oil to scrape off and wait 15 minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. • 2.5L I4 engine 278 Make sure the vehicle is on the wipers. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely...
... the oil to scrape off and wait 15 minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. • 2.5L I4 engine 278 Make sure the vehicle is on the wipers. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely...
Owner's Manual
Page 279
Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it . • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engines •If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is aligned with the V on the engine when reinserting it again. On the 2.5L I4 engine, be sure the notch in the dipstick flange is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. 279 Wipe the dipstick clean. Maintenance and Specifications • 3.0L V6 engine 6.
Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it . • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engines •If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is aligned with the V on the engine when reinserting it again. On the 2.5L I4 engine, be sure the notch in the dipstick flange is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. 279 Wipe the dipstick clean. Maintenance and Specifications • 3.0L V6 engine 6.
Owner's Manual
Page 280
Refer to the engine. Maintenance and Specifications • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engines •If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine If required, add engine oil to Adding engine oil in this chapter. 280
Refer to the engine. Maintenance and Specifications • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engines •If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine If required, add engine oil to Adding engine oil in this chapter. 280
Owner's Manual
Page 281
Make sure the oil level is fully seated. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is reinserted. On the 2.5L I4 engine, be removed from the engine by turning the filler cap clockwise until it is fully seated. 5. Install the dipstick and ensure it is not ... oil. For instructions, refer to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Adding engine oil 1. Recheck the engine oil level. Maintenance and Specifications • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engines •Do not overfill the engine with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed...
Make sure the oil level is fully seated. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is reinserted. On the 2.5L I4 engine, be removed from the engine by turning the filler cap clockwise until it is fully seated. 5. Install the dipstick and ensure it is not ... oil. For instructions, refer to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Adding engine oil 1. Recheck the engine oil level. Maintenance and Specifications • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engines •Do not overfill the engine with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed...
Owner's Manual
Page 311
Maintenance and Specifications Changing the air filter element • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 311
Maintenance and Specifications Changing the air filter element • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 311
Owner's Manual
Page 312
Be careful not to enter the engine if not properly seated. 312 Maintenance and Specifications 2. Install a new air filter element. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine 3. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 5.
Be careful not to enter the engine if not properly seated. 312 Maintenance and Specifications 2. Install a new air filter element. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine 3. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 5.
Owner's Manual
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... used . 313 Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Battery Oil filter Spark Plugs 1 2.5L I4 Engine FA-1785 BXT-96-R FL-910 1 3.0L V6 Engine FA-1786 BXT-96-R FL-500-S For spark plug replacement, see your vehicle, such as...
... used . 313 Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Battery Oil filter Spark Plugs 1 2.5L I4 Engine FA-1785 BXT-96-R FL-910 1 3.0L V6 Engine FA-1786 BXT-96-R FL-500-S For spark plug replacement, see your vehicle, such as...