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Getting Help Outside the U.S.
and Canada
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Before you export your vehicle to a foreign
country, contact the appropriate foreign embassy
or consulate to make sure local regulations do
not prevent you from registering your vehicle.
Officials at the embassy can also help you decide
whether you should import your vehicle to that
country.
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Officials at the embassy or consulate can tell you
where to get unleaded fuel. If you cannot get
unleaded fuel or can get only fuel with an
anti-knock index that is lower than your vehicle
needs, contact a district or owner relations office
before you leave the U.S. or Canada.
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Use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without a
proper conversion may damage the effectiveness
of your emissions control system and may cause
engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford
Motor Company is not responsible for any
damage that is caused by use of improper fuel.
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You may also have difficulty importing your
vehicle back into the U.S. if you use leaded fuel.
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If your vehicle must be serviced while you are
traveling or living in Central or South America,
the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the
nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot
help you, write to:
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Ford Motor Company recommends that the
Owner Maintenance Checks listed in the
Maintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet be
performed for the proper operation of your
vehicle. In addition to the conditions listed in
theOwner Maintenance Checklist, be alert for any
unusual noise, vibration, or other indication that
your vehicle may need service. If you do notice
something unusual, see that your vehicle is
serviced promptly.
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Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids,
and service parts conforming to Ford
specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and
built to provide the best performance in your
vehicle. Using these parts for replacement is
your assurance that Ford-built quality stays in
your vehicle.
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NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive
fluids in a responsible manner. Follow
your community's standards for
disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out
about recycling automotive fluids.
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Precautions When Servicing Your
Vehicle
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Be especially careful when inspecting or
servicing your vehicle. Here are some general
precautions for your safety:
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Do not work on a hot engine. The engine
cooling fan may come on unexpectedly.
Always turn the engine off and let it cool.
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The cooling fan is automatic and may
come on at any time. Always disconnect
the negative terminal of the battery before
working near the fan.
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If you must work with the engine running,
avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts. Take
appropriate precautions with long hair.
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Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed
space with the engine running, unless you are
sure you have enough ventilation.
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Never get under a vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If you must work
under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking
materials away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
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If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeStarting your vehicle's fuel-injected
enginein the Index.
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Working with the engine off:
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1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in Park
(automatic transaxle) or First (manual
transaxle).
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2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
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3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Cleaning the Engine
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A clean engine is more efficient because a
buildup of grease and dirt acts as an insulator,
keeping the engine warmer than normal.
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Extreme care must be used if a power washer
is used to clean the engine. The high pressure
fluid could penetrate sealed parts and
assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
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In order to avoid possible cracking of the
engine block or fuel injection pump, do not
spray a hot engine or injection pump with
cold water.
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The alternator, distributor and air intake must
be covered. Covering these components will
help prevent water damage.
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Never wash or rinse the engine while it is
running. Water getting into the engine may
cause internal damage.
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Filling the Fuel Tank
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The fuel filler door can be opened by pulling on
the finger hold located on the rear edge of the
fuel filler door.
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For your convenience, a fuel filler door location
indicator is included in your instrument cluster.
It indicates which side of your vehicle contains
the fuel filler door.
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The fuel filler door is outside the vehicle on the
driver side near the back.
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1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position
and remove the key. To remove the fuel cap,
turn it counterclockwise.
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If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the cap.
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2. Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and
put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel
filler pipe.
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3. If you spill any fuel on the body of your
vehicle, clean it off immediately. The fuel
may dull or soften the paint if you do not
wash it off.
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4. Replace the fuel cap tightly when you are
finished. Turn it clockwise until you hear at
least three clicks. The ratcheting mechanism
allows the fuel cap to be sealed without
overtightening.
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5. Push the fuel door closed.
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If you lose the fuel cap, replace it with an
authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part.
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RWARNING
If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the
pressure in the fuel tank can damage the
fuel system or cause it to work improperly
in a collision.
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NOTE: If you replace your fuel cap with an
aftermarket fuel filler cap, the customer
warranty may be void for any damage
to the tank and/or fuel system.
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Choosing the Right Fuel
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Use only UNLEADED FUEL in your vehicle.
Using leaded fuel is prohibited by federal law.
Your warranty may not apply if your vehicle is
damaged because you used the wrong fuel.
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Vehicle inspection programs may detect
misfueling. Under these circumstances, you may
be required by law to make costly repairs at
your own expense.
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Octane Recommendations
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Your vehicle is designed to use regular fuel with
an octane rating of 87. In most cases it is not
necessary to use a fuel with an octane rating
higher than 87. At service stations, the octane
rating is displayed in a label on the pumps.
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In some parts of the country, ªregularº grade
fuels are sold with octane ratings of 86 or even
less, especially in high altitude areas. We
recommend that you do not use these fuels.
Always use a fuel with an octane rating of 87,
even if it is sold as a ªmidgradeº or ªpremium.º
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Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes
knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when
you accelerate. However, if a fuel with the
recommended rating knocks heavily under all
driving conditions or knocks lightly driving at
cruising speed on level roads, see your dealer or
a qualified service technician. Persistent, heavy
knocking can damage the engine.
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Fuel Quality
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If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or
hesitation problems when the engine is cold, it
may be caused by fuel with low volatility. Try a
different brand of fuel. If the condition persists,
see your dealer or a qualified service technician.
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Using a high-quality fuel makes your vehicle
more responsive and maintains its good fuel
economy and emissions by:
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protecting your fuel system from rusting.
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protecting your fuel lines from freezing.
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improving vehicle starting and warm-up.
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protecting the fuel system from vapor lock in
very hot weather, which causes the engine to
hesitate or stall and makes restarts difficult.
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minimizing deposits in fuel injectors,
combustion chambers and on intake valves.
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preventing the fuel system from ªgumming
upº when your vehicle is not used for long
periods of time.
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It should not be necessary to add any
aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you
continue to use a high-quality fuel.
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Fuels in certain areas of the country are required
to contain oxygenates to improve air quality.
Common oxygenates are ethanol or grain alcohol
(blended at no more than 10%), methanol or
wood alcohol (blended at no more than 5% with
cosolvents and additives) and MTBE or methyl
tertiary butyl ether (blended at no more than
15%).
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Reformulated fuel is also required in certain
areas of the U.S. These fuels are designed to
further reduce emissions from your vehicle.
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Generally, you should not experience difficulties
operating your vehicle on reformulated gasoline
or on fuels containing oxygenates. We encourage
you to use these fuels.
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Safety Information Relating to Automotive
Fuels
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Automotive fuels can cause serious injury
or death if misused or mishandled.
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Turn vehicle off when refueling
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Do not smoke when refueling. Fuels are
extremely flammable.
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Do not siphon any fuel by mouth.
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Gasoline or gasoline blended with
methanol can cause blindness and
possible death when swallowed. If any
fuel is swallowed, call a physician or
poison control center immediately.
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Avoid breathing vapors while refueling.
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If fuel is splashed on the skin, wash with
soap and water.
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If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact
lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15
minutes, and seek medical attention.
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Gasoline and gasoline blends may contain small
amounts of carcinogens, such as benzene.
Long-term exposure to unleaded gasoline vapors
has caused cancer in laboratory animals.
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If you are taking the medication ªAntabuseº or
other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of
alcoholism, vapor or skin contact with a
gasoline-methanol blend may cause the same
kind of adverse reaction as drinking an alcoholic
beverage. In sensitive individuals, serious
personal injury or sickness could result. Consult
a physician promptly if you experience an
adverse reaction.
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Running Out of Fuel
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NOTE: Avoid running out of fuel because this
situation may have an adverse effect on
modern powertrain components.
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If your vehicle runs out of fuel, try to stop on
level ground away from traffic. The engine may
be restarted by adding at least one (1) gallon
(four liters) of fuel to the fuel tank. If the vehicle
is not level, up to three (3) gallons (12 liters) of
fuel may be required to start the engine.
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You may need to crank the engine several times
before the fuel system starts to pump fuel from
the tank to the engine.
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Never pour fuel in the throttle body or
attempt to start the engine with the air
cleaner removed. Doing so could result in
fire and personal injury.
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Fuel Economy
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Fuel economy is an estimate of the efficiency of
your vehicle and can be calculated as Miles Per
Gallon (MPG) or Liters Per 100 Kilometers
(L/100K). Do not calculate the fuel economy
during your vehicle's break-in period. This
would not be an accurate estimate of how much
fuel your vehicle will normally use.
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To calculate fuel economy:
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1. Fill the tank completely and record the
initial odometer reading.
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2. Every time you buy fuel record the
amount (in gallons or liters) purchased.
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3. After at least three to five tankfuls, fill the
fuel tank and record the final odometer
reading.
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4. Divide the total number of miles that you
have driven by the total number of gallons
that your vehicle has used. In metric,
multiply the number of liters used by 100
and divide the answer by the number of
kilometers traveled. This will give you the
number of liters used per 100 km.
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Comparisons With Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and Transport
Canada (TC) Fuel Economy Estimates
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EPA fuel economy figures are obtained from
laboratory tests under simulated road conditions
and may not reflect the actual conditions you
experience or your style of driving. The EPA
fuel economy estimate is not a guarantee that
you will achieve the fuel economy shown.
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Improving Fuel Economy
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Fuel economy is affected by a number of
variables which can reduce efficiency. You can
improve fuel economy by understanding these
variables and minimizing their effect.
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The following decrease fuel economy:
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Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance
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Excessive speed
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Rapid acceleration
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