2017 FORD F150 open gas tank

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNINGS
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The
pressure in an overfilled tank may
cause leakage and lead to fuel spray
and fire. The fuel system may be under
pressure. If you hear a hissing sound
near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel
until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out, which could cause serious
personal injury. Automotive fuels can cause serious
injury or death if misused or
mishandled.
Flow of fuel through a fuel pump
nozzle can produce static electricity.
This can cause a fire if you are filling
an ungrounded fuel container. Fuel may contain benzene, which is
a cancer-causing agent.
When refueling always shut the
engine off and never allow sparks or
open flames near the fuel tank filler
valve. Never smoke or use a cell phone
while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely
hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid
inhaling excess fumes. Observe the following guidelines when
handling automotive fuel:
•
Extinguish all smoking materials and
any open flames before refueling your
vehicle.
• Always turn off the vehicle before
refueling. •
Automotive fuels can be harmful or
fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as
gasoline is highly toxic and if
swallowed can cause death or
permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed,
call a physician immediately, even if no
symptoms are immediately apparent.
The toxic effects of fuel may not be
visible for hours.
• Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too
much fuel vapor of any kind can lead
to eye and respiratory tract irritation.
In severe cases, excessive or prolonged
breathing of fuel vapor can cause
serious illness and permanent injury.
• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If
fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove
contact lenses (if worn), flush with
water for 15 minutes and seek medical
attention. Failure to seek proper
medical attention could lead to
permanent injury.
• Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed
through the skin. If fuel is splashed on
the skin, clothing or both, promptly
remove contaminated clothing and
wash skin thoroughly with soap and
water. Repeated or prolonged skin
contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes
skin irritation.
• Be particularly careful if you are taking
Antabuse or other forms of Disulfiram
for the treatment of alcoholism.
Breathing gasoline vapors could cause
an adverse reaction, serious personal
injury or sickness. If fuel is splashed on
the skin, wash the affected areas
immediately with plenty of soap and
water. Consult a physician immediately
if you experience any adverse reactions.
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FUEL QUALITY - E85
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles
Flex fuel vehicles have one of the following
identifiers:
•
Yellow fuel filler cap.
• Yellow bezel around the fuel filler inlet.
• Yellow fuel filler housing.
• Yellow E85 label on the fuel tank filler
door. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 or
regular unleaded gasoline blended with a
maximum of 85% ethanol (E85).
Some fuel stations, particularly those in
high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating below 87. We do not recommend
these fuels.
For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well
as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See Towing (page 256).
Do not use any fuel other than those
recommended because they could lead to
engine damage that will not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty. Note:
Use of any fuel other than those
recommended can impair the emission
control system and cause a loss of vehicle
performance.
Do not use:
• Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuels containing more than 85%
ethanol or E100 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel (using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law).
The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known
as MMT), which is a manganese-based
fuel additive, will impair engine
performance and affect the emission
control system.
Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact
an authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.
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Switching Between E85 and
Gasoline
We do not recommend repeatedly
alternating between E85 and gasoline. If
you switch from using E85 to gasoline, or
from gasoline to E85, add as much fuel as
possible, at least half a tank. Drive your
vehicle immediately for a minimum of 5 mi
(8 km) to allow it to adapt to the change
in ethanol concentration. If you use E85
exclusively, we recommend that you fill
the fuel tank with regular unleaded
gasoline at each scheduled oil change.
FUEL QUALITY - GASOLINE
Choosing the Right Fuel Your vehicle is designed to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
Some fuel stations, particularly those in
high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating below 87. We do not recommend
these fuels.
For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well
as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See
Towing (page 256). Do not use any fuel other than those
recommended because they could lead to
engine damage that will not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.
Note:
Use of any fuel other than those
recommended can impair the emission
control system and cause a loss of vehicle
performance.
Do not use:
• Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuel containing more than 15% ethanol
or E85 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel (using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law).
The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known
as MMT), which is a manganese-based
fuel additive, will impair engine
performance and affect the emission
control system.
Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact
an authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.
FUEL FILLER FUNNEL
LOCATION - REGULAR CAB
The fuel filler funnel is behind the
right-hand front seat.
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Rear Inflatable Seatbelt....................................
38
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 37
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................36
Using the Seatbelt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center Seat)........................................ 35
Floor Mats......................................................289
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps......................................... 91
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 84
Ford Credit..........................................................11
US Only...................................................................... 11
Ford Protect
...................................................537
Ford Protect (CANADA ONLY)..................... 538
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only).................................................................. 537
Four-Wheel Drive
.........................................193
Front Fog Lamps.............................................91
Front Passenger Sensing System.............47
Front Seat Armrest......................................159
Fuel and Refueling........................................176
Fuel Consumption........................................182 Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 183
Filling the Fuel Tank........................................... 182
Fuel Filler Funnel Location - Regular Cab..................................................................178
Fuel Filler Funnel Location - SuperCab/ SuperCrew....................................................179
Fuel Filter
........................................................329
Fuel Quality - E85.........................................177 Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles.............................................................. 177
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................. 178
Fuel Quality - Gasoline
...............................178
Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 178
Fuel Shutoff...................................................294
Fuses................................................................307
Fuse Specification Chart..........................307 Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel.........312
Power Distribution Box.................................... 307
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener...........160
Gauges ..............................................................
102
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..........104 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.............................
104
Fuel Gauge............................................................ 104
Information Display........................................... 105
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................. 104
Type 1 and 2.......................................................... 102
Type 3..................................................................... 103
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................53
Intelligent Access................................................. 53
General Maintenance Information
.......539
Multi-Point Inspection...................................... 541
Owner Checks and Services......................... 540
Protecting Your Investment........................... 539
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 539
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 539
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................303
Getting the Services You Need..............300 Away From Home............................................. 300
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................ 204
Hazard Warning Flashers.........................294
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 332
Head Restraints
............................................149
Adjusting the Head Restraint......................... 150
Heated Seats
.................................................156
Rear Heated Seats.............................................. 157
Heated Windows and Mirrors...................147 Heated Exterior Mirror....................................... 147
Heated Rear Window........................................ 147
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 141
Hill Descent Control.....................................212 Principle of Operation....................................... 212
Hill Start Assist
............................................206
Switching the System On and Off...............207
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 207
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................144
Cooling the Interior Quickly............................ 146
General Hints....................................................... 144
Heating the Interior Quickly............................ 145
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