Ford 1998 Escort User Manual download pdf (Page 145)

6. Remove the dipstick and inspect

the fluid level. The fluid level

should be between the notches on

the dipstick.

7. If necessary, add fluid in .25L

(1/2 pint) increments through the

filler tube until the level is correct.

8. If an overfill occurs, excess fluid

should be removed by a qualified

technician.

Checking and adding manual

transmission fluid

The lubricant level and quality

should not deteriorate under

normal conditions. However, you

should have the fluid checked

occasionally. If lubricant is

required, refer to Lubricant

specifications in this section.

BATTERY

Your vehicle may be equipped with

a Motorcraft maintenance-free

battery. If the original equipment

battery needs replacing, it may be

replaced with a low-maintenance

battery. The low-maintenance

battery normally does not require

additional water during its life of

service. However, for severe usage

or in high temperature climates,

check your battery electrolyte

level, at least every 24 months or

40,000 km (24,000 miles). Keep

the electrolyte in each cell up to

the “level” indicator. Do not overfill

the battery cells.

If the electrolyte level in the

battery is low, you can add plain

Maintenance and care

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Ford 1998 Escort User Manual Page 145