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Old 17-03-2008, 09:29 PM   #1
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ive misplaced both of my workshop manuals for my escort and the 2 litre

just wondering how much oil the 2 litre takes?

and its been sitting for a while so:

what oil should i use to "run it in"

and what oil should i use after that?

grade and brand.

thanks alot!!

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Old 18-03-2008, 10:05 AM   #2
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Holds about 3.5lt with filter, but I used to put about 3.7lt in as my old RS used to leak/burn a bit. 20W/40 grade oil.
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Old 18-03-2008, 07:15 PM   #3
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just fill it and regularly check the dipstick ;)
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Old 22-03-2008, 10:07 PM   #4
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oh i will i would never let anything harm this car... thanks guys!
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