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Refueling
WARNING:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause
severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:
•Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island;
•Turn off your engine when you are refueling;
•Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle;
•Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel;
•Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended
when refueling your vehicle — this is against the law in some places;
•Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump
fuel.
Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up when
filling an ungrounded fuel container:
•Place approved fuel container on the ground.
•DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the
cargo area).
•Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while
filling.
•DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill
position.
Fuel filler cap
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Carefully turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off.
3. Carefully hang the cap from the tether.
4. To install the cap, place the cap into the filler pipe and rotate until
you hear at least one click.
If the check fuel cap light
comes on, the fuel filler cap may not be
properly installed. The light can come on after several driving events
after you’ve refueled your vehicle.
At the next opportunity, safely pull off of the road, remove the fuel filler
cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. The check fuel cap
light
may not reset immediately; it may take several driving cycles for
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the check fuel cap lightto turn off. A driving cycle consists of an
engine start-up (after four or more hours with the engine off) followed
by city and highway driving.
Continuing to drive with the check fuel cap light
on may cause the
service engine soon
light to turn on as well.
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, Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap
is not used.
WARNING: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.
WARNING: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
personal injury.
Choosing the right fuel
Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum
of 10% ethanol. Do not use fuel ethanol (E85), diesel, methanol, leaded
fuel or any other 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.
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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. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal.
•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•The service engine soon
indicator may come on. For more
information on the service engine soon
indicator, refer to
Warning 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.
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WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, 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.
An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust
to enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust
system inspected and repaired immediately.
WARNING: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 also lists engine displacement.
Please consult yourWarranty Guide/Customer Information 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). The 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 service
engine soon
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected
a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause the service engine
soon
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—the engine may misfire or run
poorly.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. SeeFuel filler
capin this chapter.
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ABS (see Brakes) .....................164
AdvanceTrac ..............................167
Air cleaner filter ...............266–267
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ....................................90, 98
and child safety seats ..............92
description ..........................90, 98
disposal ....................................100
driver airbag ..................90, 93, 99
indicator light ...................98, 100
operation .......................90, 93, 99
passenger airbag ...........90, 93, 99
side airbag .................................98
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................244
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................164–165
Anti-theft system ........................66
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................19, 21, 26
Automatic transmission ............174
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................174
fluid, refill capacities ..............268
fluid, specification ..................268
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....32
Auxiliary power point .................56
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........268
refill capacities ........................268
B
Battery .......................................242
acid, treating emergencies .....242jumping a disabled battery ....210
maintenance-free ....................242
replacement, specifications ...267
servicing ..................................242
Belt-Minder
...............................85
Booster seats .............................114
Brakes ........................................164
anti-lock ...........................164–165
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................165
fluid, checking and adding ....262
fluid, refill capacities ..............268
fluid, specifications .................268
lubricant specifications ..........268
parking ....................................166
shift interlock ..........................173
Bulbs ............................................48
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....268
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................201
Child safety seats ......................105
attaching with tether straps ..110
in front seat ............................106
in rear seat ......................106, 109
LATCH .....................................110
recommendations ...................103
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................114
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............227
instrument panel ....................229
interior .....................................230
plastic parts ............................228
safety belts ..............................230
washing ....................................225
waxing .....................................226
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instrument panel, dimming .....45
interior lamps .....................48, 50
replacing bulbs .........................50
LATCH anchors .........................110
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........165
Load limits .................................140
Loading instructions .................147
Locks
doors ..........................................62
Lubricant specifications ...........268
Lug nuts ....................................210
M
Manual transmission .................176
fluid capacities ........................268
lubricant specifications ..........268
reverse .....................................177
Mirrors .........................................58
fold away ...................................59
side view mirrors
(power) ...............................58–59
Motorcraft
parts ......231, 250, 267
O
Octane rating ............................254
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................237
P
Parking brake ............................166
Parts
(see Motorcraft
parts) ...........267
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................76Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................194
Power door locks ........................62
Power mirrors .......................58–59
Power point .................................56
Power steering ..........................171
fluid, checking and adding ....261
fluid, refill capacity ................268
fluid, specifications .................268
Power Windows ...........................57
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................172
R
Radio ................................19, 21, 26
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................103
Relays ........................................190
Remote entry system .................62
illuminated entry ......................65
locking/unlocking doors ...........63
panic alarm ...............................63
replacing the batteries .............64
Roadside assistance ..................188
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........117
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ............ 75, 78–79, 81–83
Safety Canopy .......................98–99
Safety defects, reporting ..........224
Safety restraints .. 75, 78–79, 81–83
Belt-Minder
.............................85
extension assembly ..................84
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for adults .......................79, 81–82
for children .............................101
lap belt ......................................80
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................76
safety belt maintenance .........117
warning light and chime ....84–85
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................110
Safety seats for children ..........105
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................274
Satellite Radio Information ........38
Seats ............................................69
child safety seats ....................105
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................66
Servicing your vehicle ..............232
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................20
AM/FM stereo CD .....................21
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................27
Snowplowing .................................7
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................267, 272
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................268
Speed control ..............................59
Starting your vehicle ........159–161
jump starting ..........................210
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................56
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................56Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....135
Tires ...........................120–121, 201
alignment ................................128
care ..........................................125
changing ..........................201, 206
checking the pressure ............125
inflating ...................................122
label .........................................134
replacing ..................................126
rotating ....................................129
safety practices .......................128
sidewall information ...............130
snow tires and chains ............140
spare tire .................................201
terminology .............................122
tire grades ...............................121
treadwear ........................121, 125
Towing .......................................147
recreational towing .................157
trailer towing ..........................147
wrecker ....................................216
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................265
Transmission
automatic operation ...............174
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....173
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................264
fluid, refill capacities ..............268
lubricant specifications ..........268
manual operation ....................176
Turn signal ..................................48
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................274
Vehicle loading ..........................140
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camper bodies ........................158
Ventilating your vehicle ...........162
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................236
Water, Driving through .............187Windows
power
.........................................57
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................55
checking and adding fluid
.....236
replacing wiper blades
...........237
Wrecker towing
.........................216
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