Adding engine oil, Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2007 Escape Hybrid User Manual

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5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).

6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it
again.
• If the oil level is within the MIN and MAX marks or the lower and

upper holes, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL.

• If the oil level is below the MIN mark or the lower hole, 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 MAX

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

7. Put the indicator 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.

2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Maintenance and Specifications

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