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What Kind Of Brake Fluid On A 1998 Ford Escort
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Owner's Manual - Page 2
... There are significant steps towards protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of the brakes for the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles). If possible, you should avoid full use of...information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. Ford may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to break in rules for a...
Owner's Manual - Page 10
...on . Also illuminates when the parking brake is off . Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) ...BRAKE
ABS
Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Controls and features chapter. Instrumentation
Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON and the engine is off . Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid...
Owner's Manual - Page 121
..., contact a professional towing service or, if you have. A towing manual is recommended that your vehicle.
121 It is available from Ford Motor Company for a tow truck, tell the operator what kind of vehicle you are a member, your roadside assistance center. Roadside emergencies
WRECKER TOWING
If you need to this manual for proper...
Owner's Manual - Page 130
Engine oil dipstick 2. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle only) 4. Engine oil fill cap 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
130 Maintenance and care
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L SOHC engine
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1. Battery 5. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 6.
Owner's Manual - Page 131
Air filter assembly 4. Battery 3. Engine oil fill cap 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Brake fluid reservoir
131 Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle only) 2. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Maintenance and care
2.0L DOHC Zetec engine
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1. Engine oil dipstick 6.
Owner's Manual - Page 134
... instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in the opening. 3. If the fluid level is WSS-M2C153-G. Add engine oil through the oil filler cap. Recheck ... pour oil in this certification mark. Engine oil recommendations Look for gasoline engines by your warranty.
134 Ford oil specification is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the preferred viscosity....
Owner's Manual - Page 136
... is toxic. MAX
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If you will cause permanent damage to your brakes. Refer to meet Ford specifications. Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry.
Do not fill above this line. • Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter. This may cause...
Owner's Manual - Page 137
... EQUIPPED) The clutch master cylinder and brake master cylinder are refillable through the brake master cylinder with a If the level is symbol. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for the windshield washer fluid.
137 Do not put engine coolant in the brake fluid reservoir will rise slowly. both are...
Owner's Manual - Page 140
... and care
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). Step back...cool, wrap a thick cloth around the cap. When the engine is an optimized formula that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA (in your vehicle. Do not use the cloth to press the cap down,...
Owner's Manual - Page 141
... vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in a responsible manner. Always dispose of used automotive fluids in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Maintenance and care
Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers use of such coolant may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above...
Owner's Manual - Page 144
... not working properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. The fluid level should be checked at least twice a year. If your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of driving. Install the dipstick making sure...
Owner's Manual - Page 161
... light, the "Service Engine Soon" light or the temperature warning light. Do not make any kind inside your vehicle, have the dealer inspect and fix your vehicle in dry grass or other dry... are not permitted to your vehicle's emission system is not working . Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss of any unauthorized changes to intentionally remove an emission control device or...
Owner's Manual - Page 175
... could be every three or four months, depending on the surface. After washing, apply the brakes several times to the other headlamp, if necessary. Always use a clean sponge, washing glove or similar device and plenty of Ford-approved cleaners, polishes and waxes. Waxing your vehicle is still warm, immediately after or during...
Owner's Manual - Page 176
...the finish of your vehicle. Maintenance and care
Use only carnauba or synthetic-based waxes. Use cleaning fluid or alcohol with the same detergent as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar spots, road ... be repaired with touch-up, paint repair foil or aerosol paint spray from the Ford accessory line. Cleaning the engine Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and...
Owner's Manual - Page 180
... decal. Refer to line in the same cylinder. Cylinders No. 1 and 2 have a F suffix. Cylinders No. 3 and 4 have a "FE" suffix. 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 plug gap specifications. *** If a spark plug is removed for spark...
Owner's Manual - Page 181
... 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) 2.2L (2.32 quarts)
Windshield washer fluid
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Ford Part Name or Equivalent Brake master High cylinder Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door latch, hood Multi-Purpose latch, auxiliary Grease hood latch, trunk latch Fluid
Ford Part Number C6AZ-19542-AB
Ford Specification ESA-M6C25-A
DOAZ-19584-AA ESR-M1C159-A and ESA...
Owner's Manual - Page 182
... Mark ESP-M1C207-A ESE-M97B44-A
Constant velocity joints 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
MERCON
Engine Cubic inches Horsepower Torque Required fuel grade Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system 182...
Owner's Manual - Page 188
...disarming an untriggered system ...45 Battery ...145 Brake fluid checking and adding ...136 Brakes ...87 anti-lock ...87 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...88 fluid, checking and adding ...136 Break-in period ... ...179 tail lamps ...178 188 washing ...175 waxing ...175 wheels ...176 Clutch fluid ...137 Defrost rear window ...25 Emission control system ...160 Engine service points ...130...
Owner's Manual - Page 189
... plate lamps ...171 Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...9 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...10 anti-theft ...10 brake ...10 charging system ...11 check coolant ...11 liftgate ajar ...11 low ...remote entry system ...42 Parking brake ...89 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...180 Power steering fluid, checking and adding ...142 Rear window wiper ...35 Refill capacities for fluids ...180 Relays ...106,113...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 27
If any of these conditions are noted, bring them to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
27 u Lubricate the transaxle controls and linkage. Owner maintenance checks
u Check the brake fluid level. u Check the battery connections.
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