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1984 Ford Escort GL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 4, StandardSECTION Fluids
FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Refrigerant 2.13 LBS. 0.96 KG R-12 S
Automatic Transmission Fluid 9.80 QTS. 9.27 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S
Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 3 Brake Fluid Fill at master cylinder to 1/4" from top. S
Engine Coolant w/Air Cond 8.10 QTS. 7.66 L 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water Specification: ESE M97B44 A. S
Engine Coolant w/Standard Cooling 6.70 QTS. 6.34 L 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water Specification: ESE M97B44 A. S
Engine Oil 4.00 QTS. 3.78 L SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) S
Fuel Tank 13.00 GALS. 49.21 L S
Manual Transmission Fluid 5 Spd Trans 6.10 PTS. 2.88 L MOTORCRAFT Type F or Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S
Power Steering Fluid 1.60 PTS. 0.75 L MOTORCRAFT Type F or Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S
Windshield Washer Fluid N/A N/A Windshield Washer Fluid Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. S
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