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Question posted by broKrimis on June 18th, 2014
Why Is My Oil Pressure High On My 96 Cougar Xr7 4.6l
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Owner's Manual - Page 5
...(20,000 km) of purchase, whichever comes first.
Wash your vehicle is a high priority. Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Powertrain Control Module that continual improvement ... the type of new vehicles damaged by a Ford representative.
5 See Engine oil recommendations in " oils. Paint damage resulting from fallout is not related to a defect in customer satisfaction is...
Owner's Manual - Page 6
...cleaners, fuel, or strong detergents. Do not clean plastic parts with a tar and road oil remover if necessary. Cleaning Plastic Parts
Some of your vehicle's exterior trim parts are plastic...body is hot
Polish your vehicle rustproofed, remove oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil remover. Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle
Wash the outside of your vehicle, including the underside...
Owner's Manual - Page 45
... allows some of your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you start the engine. Starting Your Cougar
Ignition
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
The positions of the key in this position while the engine runs.
45 LOCK locks the steering wheel...
Owner's Manual - Page 46
... gearshift must be in P (Park) to move the steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. Remove the key. They could quickly become high enough to cause severe and possibly fatal injuries to the lock position. Removing the Key From the Ignition
1. 2. 3. 4.
Release the key once the engine starts...
Owner's Manual - Page 50
..., which improves starting, warms up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very high temperatures in subzero temperatures, use a 110-volt circuit that is protected by a ground fault ... strongly recommended if you live in dry grass or other damage. RWARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can start your vehicle in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk...
Owner's Manual - Page 52
... one inch (2.5 cm). u If you use the heater, set the fan speed on
MEDIUM or HIGH with the function control on any position except OFF and the temperature control at any desired position.
...use the air conditioner, set to any function except MAX A/C or AUTO.
speed on MEDIUM or HIGH with the function control on any position except OFF or MAX and the temperature control at any ...
Owner's Manual - Page 62
... is low, or u when the fuel tank has reached empty
reserve. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge, Engine Oil Pressure Gauge, or Fuel Gauge in the ON position and the:
u engine coolant temperature gauge is high, or u engine oil pressure gauge is a condition that needs your attention. This light serves as a reminder for more information.
62
Owner's Manual - Page 69
... as it is low, it stays outside the NORMAL band, have lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage.
69 Battery voltage gauge
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
This gauge indicates the engine oil pressure, not the oil level. If it could affect the oil pressure. With the engine running electrical accessories (when the engine is off...
Owner's Manual - Page 70
... If the level is below the NORMAL band, regardless of the oil level. Shut off the road as soon as necessary before you ...oil as safely possible. For more information about adding oil, see the Engine Oil in the Index.
70 Pull off the engine immediately or severe engine damage could be on checking and adding engine oil, see Engine Oil Recommendations in the Index. Engine oil pressure...
Owner's Manual - Page 76
... with the windows open. If the interior of the vehicle and allows the air conditioning to the speed desired. MAX A/C can also be used in high humidity areas for more efficient operation. Under normal conditions, the SELECT knob should be left in any position other than MAX A/C, but it is very...
Owner's Manual - Page 82
...on or off. Failure to -pass mode during nighttime driving. NOTE: The high beam indicator will not illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps. This is ...and Exterior Lights
Daytime Running Light System
(Canadian vehicles only) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam headlamps on, with an automatic lighting system, the DRL system is turned on your headlamps at dusk. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 192
... the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to the driver. The Temporary Spare Tire
You have a high pressure temporary spare tire. Instead, gradually decrease the speed.
Changing a Tire
If you get a flat tire...to lose control of other than a regular tire and is marked with a 4.6L engine you are driving, do not follow these precautions, the tire could result in a permanent reduction ...
Owner's Manual - Page 231
... and slowly by turning it counterclockwise 1/2 to avoid possible cracking of grease and dirt acts as an insulator, keeping the engine warmer than usual. The high pressure fluid could penetrate sealed parts and assemblies causing damage or malfunctions. Covering these components will help prevent water damage. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and...
Owner's Manual - Page 232
... fuel filler cap, the customer warranty may dull or soften the paint if you do not use a high-quality fuel.
235 If you replace your passengers. NOTE: If you do not wash it with a .... 3. The fuel may be necessary to add any damage to use the proper fuel cap, the pressure in your vehicle more responsive and maintain its good fuel economy and emissions. Push the fuel door closed....
Owner's Manual - Page 237
..., outside mirrors and
headlights
u Check windshield washer fluid u Check tires for excessive wear or worn edges u Check the tire pressure at least monthly Engine Oil Recommendations
We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification ESE-M2C153-E and displaying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of your vehicle...
Owner's Manual - Page 239
... letter "F" in Full, engine damage or high oil consumption may be removed from the engine. Recheck the oil level after you use a funnel to overfill the engine. If the oil level is fully seated. To add oil, remove the filler cap and use a CERTIFIED engine oil of improper engine oil. Carefully, pull the dipstick out again.
It...
Owner's Manual - Page 247
... Immediately shut off the engine and let cool. Cautiously remove the pressure relief cap and add a 50/50 mixture of engine. u Reinstall the pressure cap securely.
250 u Add a 50/50 mixture of specified coolant...hose and clamp, located on the rear of vehicle use. 4.6L engine only
u With the engine OFF and cool, remove the
pressure cap, located on the coolant reservoir.
is at the COLD ...
Owner's Manual - Page 252
... tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at very high speeds for conditions creates the possibility of loss of recommended size tires on the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
255 You can find proper cold pressure and load limits of vehicle control.
RWARNING Driving too fast for extended periods of...
Owner's Manual - Page 283
.... Changes that the emission system is the owner's responsibility to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. Ford strongly recommends the use of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the check engine light, or the temperature warning light. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which...
Owner's Manual - Page 291
... chrome and stainless steel parts with a
thick coat of front fenders. locations. and latches with high-quality unleaded fuel
until it reaches normal operating temperature. u Keep all hood, door and trunk lid...foot on the brake, shift through all
Fuel system
u Fill fuel tank with a light grade oil. until the first automatic shutoff of vehicle storage (60 days or more), fuel may also clog ...
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