Adding engine oil, Engine oil and filter recommendations, Use sae 5w-20 engine oil – FORD 2010 Fusion Hybrid v.2 User Manual

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• If the oil level is below the lower hole/line, engine oil must be added

to raise the level within the normal operating range.

• If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil

in this chapter.

Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above the upper

hole/line may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled,
some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer.

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 engine oil level is not within the normal operating 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
normal operating range 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
until it stops.

To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.

Engine oil and filter recommendations

Look for this certification
trademark.

Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil

Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms

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2010 Fusion Hybrid (hfv)
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