1996 FORD E SERIES fuel

362 %
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[SV57350( ALL)01/95]
Engine
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[SV57400( ALL)01/95]
q
Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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[SV57500( ALL)01/95]
q
With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
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[SV57600( ALL)01/95]
Fuel system
%*
[SV57700( ALL)07/94]
q
Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
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[SV57900( ALL)03/95]
NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle
storage (60 days or more), fuel may
deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in
the fuel system and may also clog
small orifices.
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[SV58000( ALL)01/95]
Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever
actual or expected storage periods exceed 60
days. Follow the instructions on the label. The
vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to
circulate the additive throughout the fuel system.
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[SV58050( EF )05/94]
NOTE: Read the7.3L Diesel Engine Owner
Guide Supplementfor information
regarding vehicle storage for your
diesel-powered vehicle.
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[SV58100( ALL)01/95]
A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel
system will protect the fuel system's inner
surfaces from corrosion. Follow the instructions
packaged with the product.
%*
[SV58200( ALL)01/95]
Cooling system
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[SV58300( ALL)01/95]
q
Protect against freezing temperatures.
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Index 383
Electronic stereo radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 178
Emergencies, roadside
assistance.............. 259
battery acid spills.........243, 321
jump-starting............. 243
towing................ 258
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 212
Emission control system......... 346
catalytic converter.......... 346
emissions warranty....... 4,346, 349
Engine
check engine warning light....... 71
diesel................. 6
fuel injected engine, starting..... 57,59
fuel pump shut-off switch........ 63
preparing to start............ 58
refill capacities............ 353
service points............ 283
starting.............. 55,59
starting after a collision......... 63
storing your vehicle........361±362
Engine block heater............ 62
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 301
checking hoses............ 305
disposal...........301, 304, 324
drain and flush............ 306
preparing for storage......... 362
proper solution............ 303
recovery reservoir........283, 302
refill capacities............ 353
refill procedure............ 306
specifications............. 304
temperature gauge........... 78
Engine coolant temperature gauge..... 78
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Index 385
Fuel
calculating fuel economy....... 295
capacity............... 353
choosing the right fuel........ 289
comparisons with EPA fuel economy
estimates............. 296
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 287
filter, specifications.......... 356
fuel gauge............... 77
improving fuel economy....... 296
octane rating............. 290
quality..............289, 291
running out of fuel.......... 295
safety information relating to
automotive fuels.......... 292
storing your vehicle.......... 362
treating emergencies......... 292
Fuel cap
removing.............. 288
replacing.............288, 294
Fuel filler door............. 288
remote release............ 287
Fuel filter, specifications......... 356
Fuel gauge................ 77
Fuel pump shut-off switch
engine does not start.......... 63
starting after a collision......... 63
Fuse panels, instrument panel....332, 338
Fuses
charts................ 338
checking and replacing........ 338
circuit breakers............ 339
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 287
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) . . . 289, 295
Gasoline (see Fuel)........... 287
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386 Index
Gauges, Mechanical
battery voltage gauge.......... 75
charging system gauge......... 75
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 78
engine oil pressure gauge........ 76
fuel gauge............... 77
speedometer.............. 79
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 225
definition.............218, 223
driving with a heavy load....... 218
Gearshift
automatic operation........195, 200
column-mounted.........195, 200
locking the gearshift........... 55
positions.............195, 200
shifting the gears.........195, 200
shift-lock........... 60,196, 202
Gearshift:shifting the gears......195, 200
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 225
definition.............218, 223
driving with a heavy load....... 218
H
Hazard flashers............. 103
Headlamps
aiming................ 340
checking alignment.......... 340
cleaning................ 93
daytime running lights......... 93
flashing............... 101
high beam.............. 100
replacing bulbs..........340±341
turning on and off........... 92
warning chime............. 77
Heating
heating and air conditioning system . . . 87
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Index 389
Lights, warning and indicator (continued)
high beam............... 77
overdrive off............. 201
rear ABS................ 70
safety belt............... 71
testing the warning lights........ 58
theft system.............. 75
turn signal indicator.......... 99
Load limits
GAWR................ 218
GVWR................ 218
trailer towing............. 220
Lubricant specifications......... 357
Lug nuts
standard............... 252
tightening sequence.......... 255
Lumbar support, seats.......... 141
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet).......... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 279
Master cylinder, brakes......... 326
Mileage, calculating fuel economy.... 295
Mirrors
dual electric remote control...... 146
rearview............... 143
side view mirrors (manual)...... 144
side view mirrors (power)....... 146
vanity mirror............. 143
vanity mirror, illuminated....... 143
Motorcraft parts............. 356
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Index 391
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . 149
Rear anti-lock brakes.......... 208
Rear axle
lubricant specification......... 357
refill capacity............. 353
traction lok............216, 312
Rear window.............. 123
washer reservoir........... 308
Refill capacities for fluids........ 353
Remote entry system.......... 116
arming and disarming the anti-theft
system.............. 118
illuminated entry........... 120
locking/unlocking doors....... 117
panic alarm............. 117
replacement/additional transmitters . . 120
replacing the batteries......... 118
Reporting safety defects......... 266
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult................. 11
child.................. 38
infant............... 38,41
Roadside assistance........... 259
Roadside emergencies.......... 243
Rotating the tires............ 312
S
Safe driving tips............ 214
Safety belts (see Safety restraints)...... 11
Safety chains, when towing a trailer . . . 238
Safety defects, reporting......... 266
Safety information relating to automotive
fuels................. 292
Safety restraints
automatic locking mode (retractor).... 13
center front lap belt........... 22
center rear lap belt........... 22
cleaning the safety belts......... 28
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