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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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1994 Ford Tempo LX, 3.0 U, Standard
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1994 Ford Tempo LX, 3.0 U, StandardSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 7.00 OZS. | 0.2 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.25 LBS. | 1.02 KG | R-134a | Early production may have R-12 refrigerant. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.60 QTS. | 8.13 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Fill to line on reservoir. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 3.0L Eng | 11.80 QTS. | 11.16 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Add .5 qt. to Coolant Recovery Reservoir. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 3.0L Eng | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 15.90 GALS. | 60.18 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 6.30 PTS. | 2.98 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.80 PTS. | 0.85 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid Type F | S | |||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.