TRAILER TOWING
On E-Seriesand F-Series models, your NGV has the capability for towing
using the factory installed step-bumper. Refer to the following chart for
weight ratings:
F-Series
All 2 267 kg (5 000 lbs.)
E-Series Van/Wagon
All except Regular Van (E-250 and
E-350) and Super Van (E-250)
with 3.73 axle2 267 kg (5 000 lbs.)
Regular Van (E-250 and E-350)
and Super Van (E-250) with 3.73
axle2 041 kg (4 500 lbs.)
It is recommended that the vehicleNOTbe modified for towing (i.e.-any
frame-mounted hitches).
On Crown Victoria and E-Series Cutaway models, your vehicle is not
equipped with a trailer towing option. It is recommended that the vehicle
notbe modified for towing.
TOWING YOUR CNG VEHICLE
Refer to your Owner's Guide for towing procedure except E-Series
vehicles with the optional tank package whichMUSTbe flat-bed towed.
NGV REFUELING STATIONS
To obtain a directory of all the refueling stations in the United States,
contact the American Gas Association (AGA) at (703) 841±8400. In
Canada, contact Union Gas at 1±800±265±5277.
SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
The following is a brief description of unique maintenance items for your
NGV. For a complete list of maintenance items and intervals, refer to
yourService Guide.
Tank inspection and replacement
For your protection, the CNG fuel tanks require visual inspection every
three years or 58 000 kilometers (36 000 miles) whichever comes first.
The purpose of the inspection is to check for exterior damage to the
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tank which would shorten its usable life span. This inspection should
only be done by qualified NGV Ford service technicians.
The expiration date for the tank replacement is stated on each tank label
See instructions on fuel container for inspection and service life.
Coalescent fuel filter assembly
Your vehicle is equipped with a coalescent fuel filter assembly. Its
primary function is to remove contaminants; oil and water carryover
moisture from the fuel and trap it in the filter bowl.
The coalescent filter bowl should be drained every 48 000 kilometers
(30 000 miles). Perform fuel system depressurization procedure
(outlined in Service Manual) before disassembling the filter to avoid fuel
pressure regulator damage. The filter element (FG-985 on E-Series and
F-Series models; FG-976 on Crown Victoria models) and housing O-ring
seal should also be replaced every 192 000 km (120 000 miles) on
E-Series and F-series models and every 120 000 km (75 000 miles) on
Crown Victoria models.
Inspect and clean fuel fill valve filter
The fuel fill valve filter is located in the high-pressure fuel line.
Inspection and cleaning should only be done by a qualified
technician.
During the fueling process, natural gas is filtered before it enters the
CNG tanks. Debris filtered from the fuel will remain in the filter until it is
removed and cleaned. The fuel fill valve filter should be inspected and
cleaned annually. Fuel fill valve filter replacement is only required when
damage to the filter is visible.
Spark plugs
Replace spark plugs every 96 000 kilometers (60 000 miles) on E-Series
and F-series models and every 60 000 km (36 000 miles) on Crown
Victoria models. Use recommended nickel-plated platinum spark plugs
with the Motorcraft part number AWSF-22FM1 (or equivalent) on
E-Series and F-series models and spark plugs with the Motorcraft part
number AWSF-22FM (or equivalent) on Crown Victoria models.
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