octane LINCOLN TOWN CAR 1997 Owners Manual

242Typical octane rating labelDo 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.Fuel qualityIf 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.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.
It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket
products to your fuel tank if you continue to use a
high-quality fuel.
Cleaner AirFord 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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302Fuel
calculating fuel economy....... 244
capacity............... 258
choosing the right fuel........ 240
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates......... 244
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 239
filter, specifications.......... 257
fuel filler door release lever...... 239
fuel gauge.............. 17
octane rating............ 241
quality............... 241
running out of fuel.......... 243
safety information relating to
automotive fuels.......... 242
storing your vehicle......... 261
treating emergencies......... 242
Fuel cap
removing.............. 239
replacing.............. 239Fuel filler door
remote release............ 239
Fuel filter, specifications......... 257
Fuel gauge............... 17
Fuel pump shut-off switch
engine does not start......... 181
starting after a collision........ 181
Fuse panels
engine compartment......... 187
instrument panel........... 190
Fuses
charts............185, 190
checking and replacing........ 190
circuit breakers........... 191
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 239
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy)..... 244
Gasoline (see Fuel)........... 239
Gauges, Electronic
charging system gauge........ 15
engine coolant temperature gauge . . . 10
fuel gauge.............. 17
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M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet)........... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 211
Master cylinder, brakes......... 221
Memory seat (programmable
memory seat)............ 99
Message center
door ajar.............. 31
low washer fluid........... 31
trunk ajar.............. 32
Mileage, calculating fuel economy..... 244
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview mirror . . . 89
heated............... 101
rearview.............. 89
side view mirrors.......... 100
Moon roof............... 87
Motorcraft parts............ 257
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 263
New vehicle break-in........... 5
O
Octane rating............. 241
Odometer
description............. 21
Oil filter.............220, 257
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 218
Oil viscosity.............. 218
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 248
Overseas offices............ 272
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system . 112
Parking brake
operation.............. 168
warning light............ 12
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 257
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