1998 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 285

Maintenance and Care Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter Engine oil dipstick Refer to the Maintenance Schedule booklet for additional information. Follow these directions to change the engine oil and oil filter: 1. Turn the engine off after it has warmed up. 2. Protect yourself from engine heat and the engine oil being drained. 3. Remove the oil pan drain plug(s) and oil filter. 4. Drain the oil into a container until flow from the drain plug hole(s) and the filter mounting area slows to a drip. 5. Install the drain plug(s) and a new engine oil filter according to directions on the package. NOTE: See Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts and Lubrication Specifications in the Capacities and Specifications chapter for the appropriate oil filter and engine oil refill quantity. 6. Remove the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in yellow) to prevent oil contamination of the engine ventilating system while refilling. 281