1997 FORD RANGER fuel additives

Maintenance and Care
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[MC13600(R)01/96]
Engine Oil Recommendations
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[MC13610(R)01/96]
We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil
meeting Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-F and displaying the
American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the
front of the container.
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[MC13650(R)01/96]
10-1/2 pica
art:0001314-A
The API Certification Mark
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[MC13670(R)01/96]
Neveruse:
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[MC13680(R)01/96]
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ªNon-Detergentº oils
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[MC13690(R)02/96]
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Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
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[MC13700(R)01/96]
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Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine
treatments
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[MC13710(R)03/96]
Engine oils with anSAE 5W-30viscosity arePREFERREDfor
your vehicle. They provide the best engine performance, fuel
economy and engine protection for all climates down to-15ÊF
(-25ÊC).
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[MC13725(R)03/96]
Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and of the preferred
viscosity may be used in your engine. The engine oil and oil
filter must still be changed according to the maintenance
schedule.
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[MC32510(R)01/96]
A venting fuel tank is not an abnormal condition. It may be
caused by:
[MC32520(R)01/96]
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Too volatile a fuel for the weather conditions. The service
stations sometimes sell winter grade fuel in the spring.
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[MC32530(R)01/96]
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Pulling a heavy load on hot days, or at high altitudes.
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[MC32540(R)01/96]
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Extended periods of idling with the engine RPM increased
above the normal idle range.
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[MC32550(R)01/96]
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Parking vehicle in full sunlight for extended periods on
extremely hot days.
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[MC32580(R)01/96]
Choosing the Right Fuel
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[MC32592(R)05/96]
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is
prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. The damage
may not be covered by your warranty.
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[MC32600(R)05/96]
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel containing
manganese-based additives such as MMT. Additionally, vehicles
certified to California emission standards (indicated on the
underhood Vehicle Emissions Control Information label) are
designed to operate on California reformulated gasolines. If
California reformulated gasoline is not available when you
refuel, your vehicle can be operated on non-California fuels.
However, even though your engine will perform adequately on
other gasolines, the performance of the emission control devices
and systems may be adversely affected. Repair of damage
caused by using a fuel that your vehicle was not designed for
may not be covered by your warranty.
[MC32620(R)05/96]
Octane Recommendations
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[MC32640(R)05/96]
Your vehicle is designed to use regular gasoline with an
(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend gasolines
labeled as ªregularº in high altitude areas that are sold with
octane ratings of 86 or even less.
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Maintenance and Care
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[MC32660(R)05/96]
one inch art:0060001-C
Typical octane rating label
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[MC32680(R)05/96]
Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly.
However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions on
the recommended octane fuel, see your dealer or a qualified
service technician to prevent any engine damage.
[MC32700(R)05/96]
Fuel Quality
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[MC32720(R)05/96]
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation
problems, try a different brand of fuel. If the condition persists,
see your dealer or a qualified service technician.
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[MC32730(R)05/96]
The American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA)
issued a gasoline specification to provide information on high
quality fuels that optimize the performance of your vehicle. We
recommend the use of gasolines that meet the AAMA
specification if they are available.
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[MC32740(R)05/96]
It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to
your fuel tank if you continue to use a high-quality fuel.
[MC32742(R)05/96]
Cleaner Air
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[MC32744(R)05/96]
Ford approves the use of gasolines to improve air quality,
including reformulated gasolines, that contain oxygenates such
as a maximum of 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. There should be
no more than 5% methanol with cosolvents and additives to
protect the fuel system.
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