Adding engine oil, Engine oil and filter recommendations, Use sae 5w-20 engine oil – FORD 2012 Focus v.5 User Manual

Page 343: Maintenance and specifications

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Do not overfill the engine

with oil. Oil levels above this
mark 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 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 mark 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
tightly until it is snug.

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 to the
current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel

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2012 Focus (foc)
Owners Guide, 5th Printing
USA
(fus)

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