Ford 2012 Transit Connect User Manual download pdf (Page 234)

To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to

scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The

layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the

wiper rubber element.

Rear window wiper blades (if equipped)

Refer to Changing the wiper blades in this section and follow the same

procedure given for checking and changing the wiper blades.

ENGINE OIL

Checking the engine oil

Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate

intervals for checking the engine oil.

1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.

2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the

oil pan.

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P

(Park)

4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.

5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick.

6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.

• If the oil level is between the

MIN and MAX marks, the oil

level is acceptable. DO NOT

ADD OIL.

• If the oil level is below the MIN

mark, add enough engine oil to

raise the level within the MIN and

MAX range. Refer to Adding

engine oil in this chapter.

• Oil levels above MAX 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.

Maintenance and Specifications

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