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gasolines, the performance of the emission
control devices and systems may be adversely
affected. Repair of damage caused by using a
fuel that your vehicle was not designed for may
not be covered by your warranty.
%*
[MC43870(ALL)08/96]
Octane recommendation
*
[MC43876(ALL)05/96]
Your vehicle is designed to use regular gasoline
with an (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not
recommend gasolines labeled as ªregularº in
high altitude areas that are sold with octane
ratings of 86 or even less.
*
[MC43880(ALL)05/96]
one inch art:0060001-C
Typical octane rating label
*
[MC43891(ALL)08/96]
Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes
knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily
under most driving conditions on the
recommended octane fuel, see your dealer or a
qualified service technician to prevent any
engine damage.
%*
[MC43895(ALL)05/96]
Fuel quality
*
[MC43901(ALL)05/96]
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or
hesitation problems try a different brand of fuel.
If the condition persists, see your dealer or a
qualified service technician.
*
[MC43904(ALL)08/96]
The American Automobile Manufacturers
Association (AAMA) issued a gasoline
specification to provide information on high
quality fuels that optimize the performance of
your vehicle. We recommend the use of
gasolines that meet the AAMA specification if
they are available.
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Index 249
F
Fan.................. 146
engine fan, avoiding injury...... 146
Federal Communications Commission.... 29
Federal Highway Administration
Regulation............... 5
Flashers, hazard............ 45,121
Flashing the lights............. 47
Flat tire................ 130
Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 213
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 218
Ford of Canada Customer Assistance
Centre................ 218
Foreign registration........... 220
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel.................. 174
calculating fuel economy....... 179
choosing the right fuel........ 176
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates......... 180
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 174
filter, specifications.......... 199
fuel filler door release lever...... 174
fuel gauge............... 16
improving fuel economy....... 180
octane rating...........176±177
quality..............176±177
running out of fuel.......... 179
safety information relating to
automotive fuels.......... 178
storing your vehicle.......... 197
treating emergencies......... 178
Fuel cap................ 174
removing.............. 174
replacing.............174±175
Fuel filler door............. 174
remote release............ 174
Fuel filter, specifications......... 199
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254 Index
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 209
New vehicle break-in........... 5
O
Octane rating............176±177
Odometer................. 18
description............... 18
trip odometer.............. 18
Oil filter..............152, 199
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 149
Oil viscosity.............. 149
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 183
Overseas offices............. 220
P
Parking brake.............. 108
operation............... 108
warning light.............. 9
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)........ 199
PCV valve, specifications......... 199
Power features, mirrors.......... 51
Power steering
dipstick............... 159
fluid, checking and adding....... 159
servicing............... 110
Prop rod, hood............. 148
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems).... 19
Regulations, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 209
Reporting safety defects......... 209
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult................ 57,63
infant................. 77
Roadside assistance........... 211
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