1996 FORD PROBE octane

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Octane recommendations
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[SV08850(ALL)05/95]
Your engine is designed to use fuel with an
octane rating of 87. In most cases it is not
necessary to use a fuel with an octane rating
higher than 87. At service stations, the octane
rating is displayed in a label on the pumps.
[SV09000(ALL)05/95]
Your 2.5L engine is designed to use fuel with
an octane rating of 91 or higher.In some parts
of the country ªpremiumº grade fuels are sold
with octane ratings of less than 91 especially in
high altitude areas. We recommend that you use
only those ªpremiumº fuels with an octane
rating of 91 or higher.
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[SV09100(ALL)05/95]
Using a fuel with a lower octane rating can
cause persistent and heavy knocking, which can
damage the engine.
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[SV09200(ALL)05/95]
Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes
knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when
you accelerate. However, see your dealer or a
qualified service technician if persistent heavy
knocking occurs because this can damage the
engine.
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Index 297
Ford of Canada Customer
Assistance Centre........... 192
Foreign registration........... 194
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel
calculating fuel economy....... 216
choosing the right fuel........ 212
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 210
filter, specifications.......... 268
fuel gauge............... 60
octane rating............. 213
running out of fuel.......... 215
safety information relating to
automotive fuels.......... 214
storing your vehicle.......... 272
treating emergencies......... 214
Fuel cap
removing.............. 210
replacing............... 212
Fuel filter, specifications......... 268
Fuel gauge................ 60
Fuel pump shut-off switch, starting
after a collision............. 46
Fuses................. 248
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 210
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) . . . 212, 216
Gasohol................ 214
Gasoline (see Fuel)........... 210
Gauges, Electronic
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 61
fuel gauge............... 60
odometer............... 62
speedometer.............. 62
Gauges, Mechanical
charging system gauge......... 60
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 61
engine oil pressure gauge........ 60
fuel gauge............... 60
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Index 301
Mileage, calculating fuel economy.... 216
Mirrors, remote control......... 113
Moon roof............... 102
Motorcraft parts............. 268
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 192
New vehicle break-in........... 5
O
Octane rating.............. 213
Odometer
description............... 62
trip odometer............. 62
Oil filter................ 268
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 217
Oil viscosity.............. 217
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 264
Order forms, service information..... 124
Overseas offices............. 194
P
Parking brake
operation.............. 160
warning light.............. 55
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 268
PCV valve, specifications........ 268
Power door locks............. 96
Power features
door locks............... 96
mirrors............... 113
moon roof.............. 102
windows............... 101
Power steering
dipstick............... 247
driving with power steering...... 157
fluid, checking and adding...... 247
servicing............... 157
Prop rod, hood............. 206
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