ENGINE COMPARTMENT
6.4L Engine
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle's engine, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always main- tain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the bottom of the SAFE zone will result in a reading at the top of the safe zone on these engines.
washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper blades clean. This will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers.
After the engine has warmed up, operate the defroster for a
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Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or loss
of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not radiator anti- freeze). When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some
few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or freezing the fluid on the cold windshield. Windshield washer solu- tion used with water as directed on the container, aids cleaning action, reduces the freezing point to avoid line clog- ging, and is not harmful to paint or trim.
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic mainte- nance required.
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