Do we have a major problem?

TiTheRev

loubie_lou wrote: »

A mutual friend is going to try and jump start it tonight and take it to the garage tomorrow.

Thanks for the suggestions I'll let you know the outcome.

How much would an empty oil tank needs to fill up anyway? She's put in two litres so far?!

Hopefully there is not much damage (if any) to the engine.

Me thinks the two problems aren't linked are they?

Thanks

Does the 'mutual friend' know anything about cars or just trying to help a couple of girls for brownie points?! He may do more harm than good. I would honestly just let a mechanic sort it. Are either of you AA members? Anyone in the family? Its the person that's covered, not the car, so you may be able to get a more expert opinion that way at least?

The average engine sump would take 3.5-4.5 litres in total. Depends how much was in there before, but as stated above, should show in the dipstick when at the required level.

HalfPint

I wouldn't let anyone try and jump start it if you suspect there may be a problem cause by the lack of oil/possible seized engine.

It might cost a wee bit but get a proper mechanic to look at it first.

Get a friend or 2 to help tow it to the nearest garage if you can and want to avoid towing charges.

LandyAndy

CHR15 wrote: »

Fill it up until it gets between the FULL and EMPTY markers on the dipstick.

It will settle once the engine has been run so make sure you check it after it has been run for a couple of mins too.

Don't check the oil level immediately after the engine has run. It will give an artificially low level and could lead to overfilling.

goldspanners

TiTheRev wrote: »

Doesnt mean the'll get it right, or be the cheapest

As mentioned, Ford Zetec engines need a 5w30 and anything else may damage the engine (if it isnt already?!).

another ill advised post rev? ford zetec engines are recomended to use 5w30,but on an older fiesta i doubt using 10w40 would have any impact on the engine (if its still turns that is)
in the owners handbook it offers alternative oils other than the 5w30 if it isnt available.

another peice of dealership hysteria from you.

TiTheRev

goldspanners wrote: »

another ill advised post rev? ford zetec engines are recomended to use 5w30,but on an older fiesta i doubt using 10w40 would have any impact on the engine (if its still turns that is)
in the owners handbook it offers alternative oils other than the 5w30 if it isnt available.

another peice of dealership hysteria from you.

That why I said Zetec engines take 5w30, they will ONLY take that oil. An older engine Ford will take a 10w40 no worries...nothing to do with dealer hysteria :rolleyes:

goldspanners

TiTheRev wrote: »

That why I said Zetec engines take 5w30, they will ONLY take that oil. An older engine Ford will take a 10w40 no worries...nothing to do with dealer hysteria :rolleyes:

wrong,wrong,wrong. ford recommend (underlined again for the hard of reading) 5w30.
they offer alternative oils if this is not available or your driving conditions are in the extremes.
have a look through a ford handbook.

TiTheRev

The Ford Focus handbook Ive read says "Alternative engine oils with the viscosity SAE 5W-30 meeting the requirements of Ford Specification WSS-M2C913-B may also be used."

Nothing about other grades of oil

marms

My Focus owners handbook says "If you are unable to find an oil that meets this specification, you must use an oil of the viscosity SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 or SAE 10w-40" But that's for a 2006 ford so might be different for an older engine.

Road_Hog

TiTheRev wrote: »

The Ford Focus handbook Ive read says "Alternative engine oils with the viscosity SAE 5W-30 meeting the requirements of Ford Specification WSS-M2C913-B may also be used."

Nothing about other grades of oil

Well the original Zetec engine is no longer made. Annoyingly Ford use Zetec as a trim badge (just like LX, Ghia etc.) but it has nothing to do with the engine inside the car.

On the smaller cars/egines they use the Sigma/Zetec-SE now and on the large cars/engines they use the Duratec. I haven't driven/used the smaller vehicles but I can tell you from experience that if you use anything higher than a 5W/30 in a Duratec (Mondeo) you will get valve clatter on start up. That includes topping up with half a litre of 10W/40, I was amazed to find out have fussy the engine is.

Yorkshire-Lady_3

Any update on the 'jump'?

Y-L