1997 Mercury Mystique Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 181

Engine oil dipstick (2.5L engine) 6. 2.0L engine: Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below the lower notch, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is beyond the upper notch, engine damage and/or high oil comsumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine. 2.5L engine: Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below the MIN line, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is above the letter M in MAX, engine damage and/or high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine. 7. Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated. It may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes. Make sure you use a CERTIFIED engine oil of the preferred viscosity. Your vehicle's warranty coverage may not apply if engine damage is caused by the use of improper engine oil. Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow. To add oil, remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil into the opening. Be careful not to overfill the engine. Recheck the oil level after you finish adding oil. Nearly all engines will consume engine oil. As a result, it may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes. 182