1996 Ford Windstar Owner's Manual - Page 318

Engine oil dipstick 6. Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below the "ADD 1 QT." line, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is beyond the letter "F" in FULL, engine damage or high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine. 7. Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated. It may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes. Make sure you use a CERTIFIED engine oil of the preferred viscosity. Your vehicle's warranty coverage may not apply if engine damage is caused by the use of improper engine oil. Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow. To add oil, remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil into the opening. Be careful not to overfill the engine. Recheck the oil level after you finish adding oil. Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter Refer to the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet for additional information. NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community's standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call your local recycling center to find out about recycling automotive fluids. 318