Ford Escape: Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine
oil in this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified
engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
MAX, FULL or upper hole/mark (depending on application) on the
engine oil level dipstick.
4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it is seated.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
Checking the engine oil
Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for t ...Engine oil and filter recommendations
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Driver Information Center (DIC)
The vehicle may have a Driver Information Center (DIC). It displays information
about the vehicle and warning messages if there is a system problem detected. DIC
messages display in the center of ...
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Antenna location and effective range
■ Antenna location
1 Antennas outside the cabin
2 Antennas inside the cabin
3 Antenna outside the luggage
compartment ...