Fuel Filler Cap
Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/off
feature.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2.
Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.
3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.
4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the
filler pipe.
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.
If the ªService Engine Soon/Check Engineº indicator comes on and stays
on after you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly
installed. Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap
properly and reinstall it.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler
cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may
be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the
correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.
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.
Fuel Filter
For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate
intervals for changing the fuel filter.
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.
Maintenance and care
198
low washer fluid .......................12
safety belt ...................................9
service engine soon ....................8
traction control active ..............12
turn signal indicator .................10
Load limits .................................139
GAWR ......................................139
GVWR ......................................139
trailer towing ..........................139
Loading instructions .................141
Locks
autolock .....................................85
childproof ..................................71
doors ..........................................70
Lubricant specifications ...220, 222
Lumbar support, seats ...............92
M
Message center ...........................57
english/metric button ...............58
menu button .............................59
Mirrors .........................................65
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................64
heated ........................................72
programmable memory ............86
side view mirrors
(power) ...............................71±72
Moon roof ....................................62
Motorcraft parts ................198, 218
O
Octane rating ............................196
Odometer .....................................15
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................171Overdrive .....................................57
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................83
Parking brake ............................130
Parts
(see Motorcraft parts) ..............218
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............18
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................153
Power door locks ..................70, 85
Power steering ..........................132
fluid, checking and adding ....182
fluid, refill capacity ................218
fluid, specifications .........220, 222
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................135
R
Radio ............................................23
Rear window defroster ...............19
Relays ........................................150
Remote entry system ...........80, 83
illuminated entry ......................85
locking/unlocking doors .....81±82
panic alarm ...............................83
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................84
replacing the batteries .............83
Reverse sensing system .............21
Index
242
