2002 FORD EXPEDITION fuel cap

The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is
venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out and injure you or others.
If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or
vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause
the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible
personal injury.
Choosing the right fuel
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law
and could damage your vehicle.
Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system
components.
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including manganese-based compounds containing MMT.
Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was
not designed may not be covered by your warranty.
Octane recommendations
Your vehicle is designed to use
ªRegularº unleaded gasoline with
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
We do not recommend the use of
gasolines labeled as ªRegularº that
are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas.
Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if
it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel
with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified
service technician to prevent any engine damage.
Fuel quality
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability
problems during a cold start, try a different brand of ªRegularº unleaded
gasoline. ªPremiumº unleaded gasoline is not recommended (particularly
in the United States) because it may cause these problems to become
87(R+M)/2 METHOD
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Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The
customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system
if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used.
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the
driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as
possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fillups or fuel gauge readings are
NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend
taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 600 km (1 000
miles) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate
measurement after 3 000 km±5 000 km (2 000 miles-3 000 miles).
Filling the tank
The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to
the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in theRefill capacities
section of this chapter.
The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the
empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the
amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates
empty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty.
The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should
not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your
vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be
able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the
fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank.
For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:
²Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,
an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running.
²Use the same filling rate setting (low Ð medium Ð high) each time
the tank is filled.
²Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling.
²Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.
²Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
OilAll 5.7L
(6.0 quarts)
Fuel tank N/A 4X2 with
standard
suspension98.6L
(26.0 gallons)
4X4 and 4X2
with rear load
level suspension113.6L
(30.0 gallons)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Transmission
fluid
1Motorcraft
MERCONtV
AT F4R70W 13.1L
(13.9 quarts)2
Motorcraft
MERCONtAT F4R100 (4x2) 15.0L
(15.9 quarts)2
4R100 (4x4) 15.5L
(16.4 quarts)2
Transfer case
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT F4x4 vehicles 1.9L
(2.0 quarts)
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E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................202
Emission control system ..........248
Engine ................................265±266
check engine/
service engine soon light .........10
cleaning ...................................219
coolant .....................................234
fail-safe coolant ......................238
idle speed control ...................231
lubrication
specifications ..................263, 265
refill capacities ........................260
service points ..........................227
starting after a collision .........187
Engine block heater .................153
Engine oil ..................................228
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................228
checking and adding ..............228
dipstick ....................................228
filter, specifications ........230, 259
recommendations ...................230
refill capacities ........................260
specifications ..................263, 265
Exhaust fumes ..........................154
F
Fail safe cooling ........................238
Floor mats ...................................93
Fluid capacities .........................260
Foglamps .....................................59
Four-Wheel Drive
vehicles ................................14, 167
control trac .............................167description ..............................167
driving off road .......................169
electronic shift ........................168
indicator light ...........................14
preparing to
drive your vehicle ...................160
Fuel ............................................240
calculating fuel economy .......245
cap ...........................................242
capacity ...................................260
choosing the right fuel ...........243
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................248
detergent in fuel .....................244
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................240, 242, 245
filter, specifications ........244, 259
fuel pump shut-off switch .....187
gauge .........................................16
improving fuel economy ........245
low fuel warning light ..............12
octane rating ...........243, 265±266
quality ......................................243
running out of fuel .................244
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................240
Fuses ..................................189±190
G
Garage door opener ..............72, 86
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............242
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................245
Gauges .........................................14
battery voltage gauge ...............16
engine coolant
temperature gauge ...................15
engine oil pressure gauge ........15
fuel gauge ..................................16
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headlamps, flash to pass ..........60
instrument panel, dimming .....60
interior lamps ...............61±62, 64
replacing bulbs .......62, 64, 66±68
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................61
Liftgate ........................................93
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................12
air suspension .........................159
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....11, 156
anti-theft ...................................13
brake ..........................................11
charging system ........................12
check coolant ............................13
cruise indicator .........................12
door ajar ....................................13
engine oil pressure ...................13
high beam .................................13
low fuel ......................................12
low washer fluid .......................12
safety belt .................................11
service engine soon ..................10
speed control ............................86
turn signal indicator .................13
Load limits .................................177
GAWR ......................................177
GVWR ......................................177
trailer towing ..........................177
Loading instructions .................179
Locks
autolock ...................................101
childproof ..................................95
doors ..........................................95
Lubricant specifications ...263, 265
Lumbar support, seats .............110M
Message center .....................74, 90
english/metric button ...............90
menu button .............................91
Mirrors .........................................71
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................80
fold away ...................................82
heated ........................................81
programmable memory ..........100
side view mirrors (power) .......80
Moon roof ....................................73
Motorcraft parts ................244, 259
O
Octane rating ............................243
Odometer .....................................17
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................228
Overdrive .....................................92
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................98
Parking brake ............................156
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....259
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............82
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................193
Power door locks ................95, 101
Power steering ..................157±158
fluid, checking and adding ....250
fluid, refill capacity ................260
fluid, specifications .........263, 265
Index
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