2007 FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) octane

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, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “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 authorized
dealer.
Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. 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. These products have not been approved for your engine and
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
effect on powertrain components.
87(R+M)/2 METHOD
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•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.
Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city
or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuel
economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records
during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel
economy. In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy.
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits
Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change
a number of variables and improve your fuel economy.
Habits
•Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.
•Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel
economy.
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ENGINE DATA
Engine 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L DOHC V6
Duratec engine
Cubic inches 140 182
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6
Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug
Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch
(1.25–1.35 mm)0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42 mm)
Compression ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Engine drivebelt routing
•2.3L I4 Engine
•3.0L V6 Engine
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Engine oil ..................................232
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................232
checking and adding ..............232
dipstick ....................................232
filter, specifications ........236, 264
recommendations ...................236
refill capacities ........................266
specifications ..........................266
Exhaust fumes ..........................173
F
Fail safe cooling ........................244
Fluid capacities .........................266
Foglamps .....................................50
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................184
Fuel ............................................245
calculating fuel
economy ............................76, 250
cap ...........................................247
capacity ...................................266
choosing the right fuel ...........248
comparisons with EPA
fuel economy estimates .........253
detergent in fuel .....................249
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................245, 247, 250
filter, specifications ........245, 264
fuel pump shut-off switch .....192
improving fuel economy ........250
octane rating ...................249, 269
quality ......................................249
running out of fuel .................249
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................245
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......192
Fuses ..................................192–193G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............247
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................250
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................191
Head restraints .........................101
Headlamps ...................................49
aiming ..................................51–52
autolamp system .......................49
bulb specifications ....................54
daytime running lights .............50
flash to pass ..............................51
high beam .................................51
replacing bulbs .........................54
turning on and off ....................49
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................41, 43, 45
Hood ..........................................228
How to get going ........................17
I
Ignition ...............................170, 269
Illuminated visor mirror .............64
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................140
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................255
Instrument panel ........................66
cleaning ...................................223
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................51
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J
Jack ............................................199
positioning ...............................199
storage .....................................199
Jump-starting your vehicle ......205
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................86
Keys .......................................83, 97
positions of the ignition .........170
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................49
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................54
daytime running light ...............50
fog lamps ...................................50
headlamps .................................49
headlamps, flash to pass ..........51
instrument panel, dimming .....51
interior lamps ...........................53
replacing bulbs .........................54
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................53
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........174
Load limits .................................163
Locks
autolock .....................................86
childproof ..................................89
doors ..........................................85
Lubricant specifications ...........266
Lug nuts ....................................204
Lumbar support, seats .............102M
Manual transmission .................182
fluid capacities ........................266
lubricant specifications ..........266
reverse .....................................183
Message center ...........................75
english/metric button ...............80
system check button ................79
warning messages .....................80
Mirrors .........................................69
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................68
heated ........................................69
side view mirrors (power) .......69
Moon roof ....................................73
Motorcraft parts ........225, 245, 264
N
Navigation system .......................40
O
Octane rating ............................249
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................232
P
Parking brake ............................175
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....264
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................108
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................196
Power door locks ........................85
Power mirrors .............................69
Power point .................................66
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