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[MC30600( ALL)01/96]
NOTE: If you replace your fuel cap with an
aftermarket fuel filler cap, the customer
warranty may be void for any damage
to the fuel tank and/or fuel system.
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[MC30700( ALL)01/96]
Choosing the Right Fuel
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[MC30801( ALL)05/96]
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded
fuel is prohibited by law and could damage
your vehicle. The damage may not be covered
by your warranty.
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[MC30901( ALL)05/96]
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel
containing manganese-based additives such as
MMT. Additionally, vehicles certified to
California emission standards (indicated on the
underhood Vehicle Emissions Control
Information label) are designed to operate on
California reformulated gasolines. If California
reformulated gasoline is not available when you
refuel, your vehicle can be operated on
non-California fuels. However, even though your
engine will perform adequately on other
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.
[MC31000( ALL)05/96]
Octane recommendation
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[MC31101( 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.
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one inch art:0060001-C
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[MC31401( ALL)05/96]
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.
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[MC31450( ALL)05/96]
Fuel quality
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[MC31501( 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.
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[MC31530( ALL)05/96]
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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[MC31560( ALL)05/96]
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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[MC31600( ALL)04/96]
Clean air
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[MC31701( ALL)05/96]
Ford approves the use of gasolines to improve
air quality, including reformulated gasolines that
contain oxygenates such as a maximum of 10%
ethanol or 15% MTBE. There should be no more
than 5% methanol with cosolvents and additives
to protect the fuel system.
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Index 317
Engine oil (continued)
ªbreak-inº oils............. 6
viscosity............... 216
Entry system, remote........... 97
Exhaust fumes............. 154
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 4
F
Fan.................. 210
engine fan, avoiding injury...... 210
Federal Communications Commission.... 54
Flashers, hazard.............. 71
Flashing the lights............. 68
Flat tire................ 191
Floor mats................ 91
Fluid refill capacities.......... 266
Foglamps................. 84
Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 277
Ford Dispute Settlement Board...... 278
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 283
Ford of Canada Customer
Assistance Centre........... 283
Foreign registration........... 284
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel.................. 246
capacity............... 266
choosing the right fuel........ 247
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 246
filter, specifications.......... 265
fuel filler door release lever...... 246
fuel gauge............... 18
octane rating............. 247
quality..............247±248
running out of fuel.......... 250
safety information relating to
automotive fuels.......... 249
storing your vehicle.......... 269
treating emergencies......... 249
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Index 323
Master cylinder, brakes......... 220
Mirrors.................. 77
rearview................ 77
side view mirrors............ 77
side view mirrors (manual)....... 82
vanity mirror, illuminated........ 79
Motorcraft parts............. 265
N
New vehicle break-in........... 6
O
Octane rating.............. 247
Odometer................ 20
description............... 20
trip odometer............. 20
Oil filter..............219, 265
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 216
Oil viscosity.............. 216
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 255
Overdrive............... 165
Overseas offices............. 284
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system . . 98
Parking brake.............. 159
operation.............. 159
warning light.............. 11
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 265
PCV valve, specifications........ 265
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 181
Power door locks............. 79
Power features
door locks............... 79
lumbar support............ 108
mirrors.............. 77,82
seats................. 107
windows................ 80
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