Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2002 Taurus v.2 User Manual

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4. Check the fluid level in the
reservoir. It should be between the
MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is within this range.

Note: The 3.0L V6 Vulcan engine
may have a different type power
steering fluid reservoir that uses a
dipstick to check fluid level. With
this application, the fluid should be
between the arrows in the FULL
HOT range. Do not add fluid if the
level is within this range. Refer to
Identifying Components in the
Engine Compartment
for different
reservoir locations in this chapter.

5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX
lines(FULL HOT range with dipstick type reservoir). Be sure to put the
cap back on the reservoir.

BRAKE FLUID

Checking and adding brake fluid

Brake fluid should be checked and
refilled as needed. Refer to the
scheduled maintenance guide for
the service interval schedules.

1. Clean the reservoir cap before
removal to prevent dirt or water
from entering the reservoir.

MIN

MAX

FULL HOT

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