Note:Allow about five to ten seconds afterpumping fuel before removing the fuel fillernozzle. This allows residual fuel to drainback into the fuel tank and not spill onto thevehicle.
4.After you have stopped pumping fuel,slowly remove the fuel filler nozzle.
Note:A fuel spillage concern may occur ifoverfilling the fuel tank. Do not overfill thetank to the point that the fuel is able tobypass the fuel filler nozzle. The overfilledfuel may run down the drain located belowand in front of the fuel filler door.
5.To close the fuel filler door, press thecenter-rear edge of the fuel filler doorand then release. The fuel door willlatch closed.
If the fuel fill inlet did not close properly, aCheck Fuel Fill Inlet message mayappear on the instrument cluster.
At the next opportunity, do the following:
1.Safely pull off the road.
2.Put the vehicle in position P and switchthe ignition off.
3.Open the fuel filler door and removeany visible debris from the fuel fillopening.
4.Insert the fuel fill nozzle, or the fuel fillfunnel provided with the vehicle,several times to allow the inlet to closeproperly. This will dislodge any debrispreventing the inlet from sealing.
If this action corrects the problem, themessage may not reset immediately. Itmay take several driving cycles for themessage to turn off. A driving cycleconsists of an engine start-up (after fouror more hours with the engine off) followedby city or highway driving. Continuing todrive with the message on may cause theservice engine soon lamp to turn on aswell.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Note:The amount of usable fuel in theempty reserve varies and should not berelied upon to increase driving range. Whenrefueling your vehicle after the fuel gaugeindicates empty, you might not be able torefuel the full amount of the advertisedcapacity of the fuel tank due to the emptyreserve still present in the tank.
Empty reserve is the amount of fuelremaining in the tank after the fuel gaugeindicates empty. Do not rely on this fuel fordriving. The usable capacity of the fueltank is the amount of fuel that can be putinto the tank after the gauge indicatesempty. The advertised capacity is the totalfuel tank size – it is the combined usablecapacity plus the empty reserve.
Filling the Tank
For consistent results when filling the fueltank:
•Turn the ignition off before fueling; aninaccurate reading results if the engineis left running.
•Use the same fill rate(low-medium-high) each time the tankis filled.
•Allow no more than two automaticclick-offs when filling.
Results are most accurate when the fillingmethod is consistent.
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REPAIRING MINOR PAINT
DAMAGE
Your authorized dealer has touch-up paintto match your vehicle’s color. Take yourcolor code (printed on a sticker in thedriver’s door jamb) to your authorizeddealer to ensure you get the correct color.
•Remove particles such as birddroppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial falloutbefore repairing paint chips.
•Always read the instructions beforeusing the products.
CLEANING THE ALLOY
WHEELS
Note:Do not apply a cleaning chemical towarm or hot wheel rims and covers.
Note:Some automatic car washes maycause damage to the finish on your wheelrims and covers.
Note:Industrial-strength or heavy-dutycleaners in combination with brush agitationto remove brake dust and dirt, could wearaway the clear coat finish over a period time.
Note:Do not use hydrofluoric acid-basedor high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steelwool, fuels or strong household detergents.
Note:If you intend parking your vehicle foran extended period after cleaning thewheels with a wheel cleaner, drive yourvehicle for a few minutes before doing so.This will reduce the risk of increasedcorrosion of the brake discs.
Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coatedwith a clear coat paint finish. To maintaintheir condition we recommend that you:
•Clean the wheels weekly usingMotorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner.Apply using manufacturer'sinstructions.
•Use a sponge to remove heavydeposits of dirt and brake dustaccumulation.
•Rinse thoroughly with a strong streamof water when you have completed thecleaning process.
•To remove tar and grease, useMotorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for anextended period of time (30 days or more),read the following maintenancerecommendations to make sure yourvehicle stays in good operating condition.
All motor vehicles and their componentswere engineered and tested for reliable,regular driving. Long term storage undervarious conditions may lead to componentdegradation or failure unless specificprecautions are taken to preserve thecomponents.
General
•Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilatedplace.
•Protect from sunlight, if possible.
•If vehicles are stored outside, theyrequire regular maintenance to protectagainst rust and damage.
Body
•Wash your vehicle thoroughly toremove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud fromexterior surfaces, rear-wheel housingand underside of front fenders.
•Periodically wash your vehicle storedin exposed locations.
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