2004 FORD E SERIES fuel pump

“Premium”unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed
to use“Regular”unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems
to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or
a qualified service technician.
It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system.
Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your
fuel may not be covered by your warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-wide Fuel Charter.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated“cleaner-burning”gasolines to
improve air quality.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
affect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after
refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine.
•The
indicator may come on. For more information on the
“Service Engine Soon”indicator, refer to theInstrument Cluster
chapter.
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.
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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 fill-ups 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:
•Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,
an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running.
•Use the same filling rate setting (low—medium—high) each time
the tank is filled.
•Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling.
•Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.
•Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.
•Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the
same direction each time you fill up.
•Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.
Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.
Calculating fuel economy
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading
(in kilometers or miles).
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checking and adding ..............175
dipstick ....................................175
filter, specifications ........177, 217
recommendations ...................177
refill capacities ........................218
specifications ..................222, 225
Exhaust fumes ..........................111
F
Fail safe cooling ........................188
Fluid capacities .........................218
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................113
Fuel ............................................189
calculating fuel economy .......194
cap ...........................................191
capacity ...................................218
choosing the right fuel ...........192
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................196
detergent in fuel .....................193
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................189, 191, 194
filter, specifications ........193, 217
fuel pump shut-off switch .....133
improving fuel economy ........194
octane rating ...........192, 225–226
quality ......................................192
running out of fuel .................193
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................189
Fuses ..........................................135
G
Garage door opener ....................59
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............191Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................194
Gauges .........................................13
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................123
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................123
H
Hazard flashers .........................133
Headlamps ...................................50
aiming ........................................52
bulb specifications ....................53
daytime running lights .............50
flash to pass ..............................51
high beam .................................51
replacing bulbs ...................54–55
turning on and off ....................50
Heating
heater only system .............47, 49
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................48
Hood ..........................................173
I
Ignition .......................108, 225–226
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..97
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................198
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................169
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................51
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......151
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