2006 FORD EXPEDITION octane

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.
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including manganese-based additives. Studies indicate that
these additives can cause your vehicle’s emission control system to
deteriorate more rapidly. In Canada, premium grade fuel generally
contains more metallic additives than regular fuel. We recommend using
regular grade fuel. In Canada, many fuels contain metallic additives, but
fuels free of such additives may be available; check with your local fuel
dealer.
Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system
components.
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
“Regular” unleaded gasoline with
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
We do not recommend the use of
gasolines labeled as “Regular” 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 authorized dealer 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 gasoline. If the
problems persist, see your authorized dealer.
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
87(R+M)/2 METHOD
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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 two 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 miles or kilometers).
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in
gallons or liters).
3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record
the current odometer reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer
reading.
5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel
economy:
Calculation 1:Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used.
Calculation 2:Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total
kilometers traveled.
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Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCON
and MERCON
V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON
type
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCON
V type fluid.
MERCON
and MERCON
V type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCON
and MERCON
V. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON
and MERCON
V) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON
may
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
2Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent for
complete refill of Ford Limited Slip rear axles.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 5.4L V8 engine
Cubic inches 330
Required fuel 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition system Coil on plug
Spark plug gap
10.040–0.050 inch (1.02–1.27mm)
Compression ratio 9.85:1
1Spark plug gap not adjustable
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recommendations ...................315
refill capacities ........................340
specifications ..................343, 345
Exhaust fumes ..........................237
F
Fail safe cooling ........................323
Floor mats .................................136
Fluid capacities .........................340
Foglamps .....................................94
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......253
control trac .............................254
description ..............................254
driving off road .......................257
indicator light .........................254
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................247
Fuel ............................................325
calculating fuel
economy ..........................128, 329
cap ...........................................327
capacity ...................................340
choosing the right fuel ...........328
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................332
detergent in fuel .....................329
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................325, 327, 329
filter, specifications ........324, 339
fuel pump shut-off switch .....266
improving fuel economy ........329
octane rating ...........328, 345–346
quality ......................................328
running out of fuel .................329
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................325
Fuses ..................................268–269G
Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless
control system) .........................119
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............327
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................329
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................266
Headlamps ...................................93
aiming ........................................95
autolamp system .......................93
bulb specifications ....................98
daytime running lights .............94
flash to pass ..............................94
high beam .................................93
replacing bulbs .........................99
turning on and off ....................93
Heating
heating and air
conditioning system ...........83, 87
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................119
Hood ..........................................309
I
Ignition .......................235, 345–346
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................191
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................334
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................304
cluster ........................................12
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lighting up panel and
interior .......................................95
J
Jack ............................................277
positioning ...............................277
storage .....................................277
Jump-starting your vehicle ......285
K
Keyless entry system
programming entry code .......146
Keys ...................................147–149
positions of the ignition .........235
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................93
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................98
daytime running light ...............94
fog lamps ...................................94
headlamps .................................93
headlamps, flash to pass ..........94
instrument panel, dimming .....95
interior lamps ...............96–97, 99
replacing bulbs ... 98–99, 101–103
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................96
Liftgate ..............................136, 140
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........240
Limited-slip axle .......................246
Load limits .................................221
Loading instructions .................228Locks
childproof ................................139
doors ........................................138
Lubricant specifications ...343, 345
Lug nuts ....................................284
Lumbar support, seats .............153
M
Message center .........................125
english/metric button .............130
system check button ..............131
warning messages ...................131
Mirrors ...............................106, 112
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .......................112
fold away .................................113
heated ......................................113
programmable memory ..141, 155
signal .......................................114
Motorcraft parts ........306, 324, 339
N
Navigation system .......................47
quick start .................................52
radio functions ..........................53
setting the clock .......................80
O
Octane rating ............................328
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................313
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ..............................141
Parking brake ............................240
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....339
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