Ford Probe (1997 year). Manual — part 46
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Engine Oil Recommendations
We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an
equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification
WSS-M2C153-F and displaying the American
Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on
the front of the container.
The API Certification Mark
Never
use:
❑
“Non-Detergent” oils
❑
Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
❑
Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments
or engine treatments
Engine oils with an
SAE 5W-30
viscosity are
PREFERRED
for your vehicle. They provide the
best engine performance, fuel economy and
engine protection for all climates down to -15˚F
(-25˚C).
Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and
of the preferred viscosity may be used in your
engine. The engine oil and oil filter must still be
changed according to the maintenance schedule.
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Checking and Adding Engine Oil
Since the proper amount of engine oil is
important for safe engine operation, check the oil
using the dipstick each time you put fuel in
your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
parked on level ground.
Checking the engine oil level:
1.
Turn the engine off after it has warmed up
and allow a few minutes for the engine oil
to drain back into the oil pan.
2.
Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transaxle) or 1 (First)
(manual transaxle).
3.
Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine
heat.
4.
Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in
yellow) and carefully pull it out of the
engine.
5.
Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into
position, making sure it is fully seated.
Engine oil dipstick
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6.
Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the
oil level is below the L line, add engine oil
as necessary. If the oil level is beyond the
letter F, engine damage 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.
Adding engine oil
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.
Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter
Change the engine oil and oil filter
per the
following, whichever occurs first.
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Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule
booklet for
additional information.
NOTE:
Always dispose of used automotive
fluids in a responsible manner. Follow
your community’s standards for
disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out
about recycling automotive fluids.
NOTE:
Ford production and aftermarket
(Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for
added engine protection and long life.
If a replacement oil filter is used that
does not meet Ford material and design
specifications, startup engine noises or
knock may be experienced. It is
recommended you use the appropriate
Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand
meeting Ford specifications) for your
engine application.
R
WARNING
Continuous contact with USED motor oil
has caused cancer in laboratory mice.
Protect your skin by washing with soap and
water.
Brake Fluid
Under normal circumstances, your vehicle
should not use up brake fluid rapidly. However,
expect the level of the brake fluid to slowly fall
as you put more mileage on your vehicle and
the brake pads wear.
Check the brake fluid at least once a year. You
can do this by looking at the fluid level in the
plastic reservoir on the master cylinder. (See
The
Engine Types
earlier in this chapter to locate the
master cylinder.) The fluid level should be at or
near the MAX mark.
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