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other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of
alcoholism, vapor or skin contact with a
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If you are taking the medication ªAntabuseº or
other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of
alcoholism, vapor or skin contact with a
gasoline-methanol blend may cause the same
kind of adverse reaction as drinking an alcoholic
beverage. In sensitive individuals, serious
personal injury or sickness could result. Consult
a physician promptly if you experience an
adverse reaction.
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[SV11300(ALL)05/95]
Running Out of Fuel
[SV11325(ALL)08/95]
NOTE: Avoid running out of fuel because this
situation may have an adverse effect on
modern powertrain components.
[SV11350(ALL)08/95]
If your vehicle runs out of fuel, try to stop on
level ground away from traffic. The engine may
be restarted by adding at least one (1) gallon
(four liters) of fuel to the fuel tank. If the vehicle
is not level, up to three (3) gallons (12 liters) of
fuel may be required to start the engine.
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You may need to crank the engine several times
before the fuel system starts to pump fuel from
the tank to the engine.
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RWARNING
Never pour fuel in the throttle body or
attempt to start the engine with the air
cleaner removed. Doing so could result in
fire and personal injury.
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Fuel Economy
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Fuel economy is an estimate of the efficiency of
your vehicle and can be calculated as Miles Per
Gallon (MPG) or Liters Per 100 Kilometers
(L/100K). Do not calculate the fuel economy
during your vehicle's break-in period. This
would not be an accurate estimate of how much
fuel your vehicle will normally use.
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Engine
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Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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Engine
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q
Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
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[SV44900(ALL)01/95]
Fuel system
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q
Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
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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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[SV45300(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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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.
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Cooling system
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Protect against freezing temperatures.
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376 Index
Emergencies, roadside
assistance............... 259
battery acid spills........... 243
fuel................. 291
jump-starting............. 243
towing................ 257
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 235
Emission control system
catalytic converter........... 340
emissions warranty......... 4,340
Engine
check engine warning light...... 124
does not start...........111, 113
fuel injected engine, starting...... 108
fuel pump shut-off switch....... 113
preparing to start........... 108
refill capacities............ 345
service points............. 284
starting................ 105
starting after a collision........ 113
storing your vehicle.......... 350
Engine block heater........... 112
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 297
checking hoses............ 301
disposal...........280, 300, 317
preparing for storage......... 351
recovery reservoir........... 297
refill capacities............ 345
specifications............. 348
temperature gauge.......... 130
Engine coolant temperature gauge
description.............. 130
Engine fan............... 280
Engine oil
checking and adding......... 295
dipstick............... 295
disposal...........280, 300, 317
engine oil pressure warning light.... 128
filter, specifications.......... 347
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378 Index
Fuel cap
removing............... 287
replacing............... 288
Fuel filler door
remote release............ 287
Fuel filter, specifications......... 347
Fuel gauge............... 129
Fuel pump shut-off switch
engine does not start......... 113
starting after a collision........ 113
Fuses
checking and replacing........ 320
circuit breakers............ 332
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 287
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy)..... 292
Gasoline (see Fuel)............ 287
Gauges
engine coolant temperature gauge . . . 130
fuel gauge.............. 129
odometer............... 129
speedometer............. 129
tachometer.............. 133
trip odometer............. 129
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 241
definition............... 240
driving with a heavy load....... 240
location............... 240
Gearshift
automatic operation.......... 223
downshifting............. 231
locking the gearshift.......... 105
positions.............224, 229
shifting the gears.........224, 229
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 241
definition............... 240
driving with a heavy load....... 240
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