1997 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 122
1997 Ford Taurus Manual
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Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Check the engine oil each time you fuel your vehicle. To check the oil: 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. If the engine is warm, turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 2. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 3. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 4. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil dipstick. ADD 1 QT FULL 5. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. The oil level should be in the range shown on the dipstick. 6. If the oil level is below the MIN line or the ADD 1 QUART line, add oil as necessary. If the oil level is beyond the MAX or FULL line, engine damage or high engine oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the fluid level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the preferred viscosity. Add engine oil through the oil filler cap. 123