2007 FORD FOCUS 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 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 or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum
of 10% ethyl alcohol. Your vehicle was not designed to run on E85 fuels
that are blended with a maximum of 85% ethyl alcohol. 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 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 grade 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.
Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was
not designed may not be covered by your warranty.
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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 “check
engine” or the “service engine soon” indicator, refer toWarning lights
and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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 1,000 miles (1,600
km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate
measurement after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km–5,000 km).
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 theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection 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 two automatic click-offs when filling.
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Illumination of theindicator, charging system warning light or the
temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of
engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not
working properly.
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By
law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,
sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up
specifications.
Please consult yourWarranty Guidefor complete emission warranty
information.
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On
Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). This OBD-II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your
authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction.
Temporary malfunctions may cause the
indicator to illuminate.
Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly.
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. SeeFuel filler
capin this chapter.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions
present, the
indicator should turn off—A driving cycle consists of a
cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving. No additional
vehicle service is required.
If the
indicator remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first
available opportunity.
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If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by an authorized
dealer.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement
concerns and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
3. Fluid level should be at the
bottom of the opening.
4. Add enough fluid through the
filler opening so that the fluid level
is at the bottom of the opening.
5. Install and tighten the fill plug
securely.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection in this chapter.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 2.0L I4 engine 2.3L I4 engine
Air filter element N/A (Lifetime)1N/A (Lifetime)1
Fuel filter FG-1081 FG-1081
Oil filter FL-9104FL-9104
Battery BXT-96R BXT-96R
Battery (if equipped with
Audiophile radio or engine
block heater)BXT-40R BXT-40R
PCV valve
2
Spark plugs3
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Item CapacityFord Part Name or
EquivalentFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Cooling system stop
leak pellets—Motorcraft Cooling
System Stop Leak PelletsVC-6 /
WSS-M99B37-B6
Power steering fluidFill to between
MIN and MAX
lines on reservoirMotorcraft MERCON

AT FXT-2-QDX /
MERCON

Windshield washer fluid 5.1 quarts (4.8L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
Fuel tank14.0 gallons
(53.0L)——
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Clutch
fluid ..........................................201
operation while driving ..........139
recommended shift speeds ....140
Console
overhead ....................................41
Controls
steering column ........................48
Coolant
checking and adding ..............185
refill capacities ................188, 206
specifications ..........................206
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................45
Customer Assistance ................142
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................167
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................168
Getting roadside assistance ...142
Getting the service you
need .........................................163
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................168
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................166
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................30
Defrost
rear window ..............................28
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................202
engine oil .................................181
Driving under special
conditions ..................................139through water .........................141
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................157
Emission control system ..........199
Engine ........................................209
cleaning ...................................171
coolant .....................................185
fail-safe cooling .......................189
idle speed control ...................183
lubrication specifications .......206
refill capacities ........................206
service points ..........................179
starting after a collision .........144
Engine block heater .................132
Engine fan .................................179
Engine oil ..................................181
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................181
checking and adding ..............181
dipstick ....................................181
filter, specifications ........182, 204
recommendations ...................182
refill capacities ........................206
specifications ..........................206
Exhaust fumes ..........................131
F
Fail safe cooling ........................189
Fan, Engine Cooling .........177, 179
Floor mats ...................................50
Fluid capacities .........................206
Foglamps .....................................29
Fuel ............................................191
calculating fuel economy .......196
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cap ...........................................193
capacity ...................................206
choosing the right fuel ...........194
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................199
detergent in fuel .....................195
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................191, 193, 196
filter, specifications ........191, 204
fuel pump shut-off switch .....144
improving fuel economy ........196
octane rating ...................195, 209
quality ......................................195
running out of fuel .................195
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................191
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......144
Fuses ..................................145–146
G
Garage door opener ....................42
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............193
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................196
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................144
Headlamps ...................................29
aiming ........................................30
bulb specifications ....................33
daytime running lights .............30
flash to pass ..............................29
high beam .................................29
replacing bulbs .........................34
turning on and off ....................29
Heating
heater only system ...................25Hood ..........................................178
I
Ignition ...............................129, 209
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..99
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................201
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................173
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................30
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......157
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................53
Keys .......................................53, 60
positions of the ignition .........129
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................33
daytime running light ...............30
fog lamps ...................................29
headlamps .................................29
headlamps, flash to pass ..........29
instrument panel, dimming .....30
interior lamps .....................32–33
replacing bulbs .........................34
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................32
Liftgate ........................................51
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