²Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes,
remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes and
seek medical attention. Failure to seek proper medical attention could
lead to permanent injury.
²Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel is
splashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminated
clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated or
prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation.
²Be particularly careful if you are taking ªAntabuseº or other forms of
disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,
or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction. In sensitive
individuals, serious personal injury or sickness may result. If fuel is
splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and
water. Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse
reaction.
When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow
sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while
refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions.
Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes.
The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static
electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an
ungrounded fuel container.
Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling an
ungrounded fuel container:
²Place approved fuel container on the ground.
²DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle.
²Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while
filling.
²DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill
position.
Fuel Filler Cap
Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/4 turn on/off
feature.
Maintenance and care
214
Clock ..................................48,60,71
Console ......................................101
overhead ....................................98
Controls
power seat ...............................113
steering column ........................86
Coolant
checking and adding ..............194
refill capacities .................197,233
specifications ...................234,235
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................82
Customer Assistance ................166
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................245
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................238
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............244
Getting roadside assistance ...166
Getting the
service you need ....................238
Ordering additional
owner's literature ...................249
The Dispute
Settlement Board ...................241
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............244
Defrost
rear window ..............................40
Dipstick
automatic
transmission fluid ...................198
engine oil .................................189
Doors
door ajar warning .......................9
lubricant specifications ..........234
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................159
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................180Emission control system ..........220
Engine ........................................235
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................11
cleaning ...................................229
coolant .....................................194
idle speed control ...................201
lubrication
specifications ...................234,235
refill capacities ........................233
service points ..........................188
starting after a collision .........167
Engine block heater .................150
Engine oil ..................................189
checking and adding ..............189
dipstick ....................................189
filter, specifications .........191,233
recommendations ...................191
refill capacities ........................233
specifications ...................234,235
Exhaust fumes ..........................150
Floor mats .................................102
Fluid capacities .........................233
Fuel ............................................212
calculating fuel economy .......217
cap ...........................................214
capacity ...................................233
choosing the right fuel ...........215
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................220
detergent in fuel .....................216
filling your vehicle
with fuel ....................212,214,217
filter, specifications .........217,233
fuel pump shut-off switch .....167
gauge .........................................16
improving fuel economy ........217
low fuel warning light ..............10
octane rating ....................216,235
quality ......................................216
running out of fuel .................217
Index
252
