Ford Ranger Automobile User Manual


 
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[SV13775(ALL)01/95]
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[SV13800(ALL)03/95]
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.
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Checking the engine oil level:
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[SV14000(ALL)02/95] 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.
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[SV14050(ALL)06/95] 2. Set the parking brake, making sure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park) or 1 (manual transmission).
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[SV14100(ALL)02/95] 3. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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[SV14200(ALL)03/95] 4. Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in yellow) and
carefully pull it out of the engine.
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[SV14300(ALL)01/95] 5. Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making
sure it is fully seated.
[SV14400(ALL)10/94]
7-1/2 pica art:0021256-B
Engine oil dipstick
[SV14500(ALL)10/94] 6. Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below
the “ADD” line, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil level
is beyond the letter “F” in Full, engine damage or high oil
consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from
the engine.
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[SV14600(ALL)01/95] 7. Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated.
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Update:Wed May 1 13:56:18 1996