Escort 1.6 Zetec

[smoothdriver108]

Hi , I read somewhere that 5/30 oil was recommended for these engines, but in the handbook that came with it says to use 10/30 and 5/30 for colder climates -Scandinavia only. What do people use in these engines ? tia Dave.

[btmaldon]

I always use 5/30 in Zetec and Duratec engines. This is what is specified in the UK.

[vinnyvangough]

As above, I always used 5w/30 in my zetecs

[smoothdriver108]

Thanks btmaldon and vinny, I will be changing the oil and filter tomorrow.

[jay1981]

5/30 in nearly all ford engines.

[smoothdriver108]

Well today I drained the sump and changed the filter, I then put in a measured 4L (of 5/30). When I checked the dipstick it was way over the max. (car was on a level) So I had to drain I guess 1L. I thought the capacity was 4 and a quarter litres. I can't believe it only takes 3L. Any advice/thoughts appreciated.

[vinnyvangough]

Did you pre fill the new filter as much as you could?

[smoothdriver108]

Did you pre fill the new filter as much as you could?

Hi Vinny , no, just a little on the rubber seal and a drop inside.

[vinnyvangough]

I usually fill the filter as much as poss to limit any air trapped inside

[smoothdriver108]

Thanks for the tip I'll do that next time. Undoing the filter was a bit of a pig,but easier next time hopefully.(Very impressed with the torque for a 1.6 on these engines.)