service interval FORD E SERIES 2000 4.G Natural Gas Vehicle Supplement Manual

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Extended range fuel system
Crown Victoria Police and Taxi vehicles with the extended range fuel
system have a 5±passenger seating configuration with two additional
CNG fuel tanks mounted in the luggage compartment. Maximum cargo
capacity for these vehicles is 29 kg (65 lbs.).
Econoline vehicles with the extended range fuel system have one
additional CNG fuel tank mounted in the cargo area behind the rear seat.
TRAILER TOWING
On Econoline and F-Series models, your NGV has the capability for
towing using the factory installed step-bumper. Refer to the following
chart for weight ratings:
F-Series
All 2 267 kg (5 000 lbs.)
Econoline
All except Regular Van (E-250 and E-350) and
Super Van (E-250) with 3.73 axle2 267 kg (5 000 lbs.)
Regular Van (E-250 and E-350) and Super Van
(E-250) with 3.73 axle2 041 kg (4 500 lbs.)
It is recommended that the vehicleNOTbe modified for towing (i.e.-any
frame-mounted hitches).
On Crown Victoria models, you vehicle is not equipped with a trailer towing
option. It is recommended that the vehiclenotbe modified for towing.
TOWING YOUR CNG VEHICLE
Refer to your Owner's Guide for towing procedure except Econolines
with the optional tank package whichMUSTbe flat-bed towed.
NGV REFUELING STATIONS
To obtain a directory of all the refueling stations in the United States,
contact the American Gas Association (AGA) at (703) 841±8400. In
Canada, contact Union Gas at 1±800±265±5277
SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
The following is a brief description of unique maintenance items for your
NGV. For a complete list of maintenance items and intervals, refer to
yourService Guide.
Servicing your vehicle
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