fuel additives Mercury Villager 1998 Owner's Manuals

Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than
plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain
additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons,
washer fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as
methanol should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below
32É F [0É C]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic
Compounds (VOCs) may restrict use of the most common
antifreeze, methanol. Washer fluids containing non-methanol
antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather
protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper
blades, and windshield washer system.
Engine Coolant
Checking the Engine Coolant
NOTE: Be sure to read and understandPrecautions When
Servicing Your Vehicleat the beginning of this chapter.
Your vehicle's engine coolant protects the engine from overheating
in the summer and from freezing in the winter. Check the level
of the engine coolant at least once a month, but preferably each time
you stop for fuel. Simply check the coolant reservoir, located in
the engine compartment. The coolant should stay between the MIN
and MAX marks. It will be closer to MAX when the engine is
warm and closer to MIN when the engine is cold. To locate the
coolant reservoir, see the diagram of your vehicle's engine
underEngine Compartmentin theCapacities and Specifications
chapter.
Maintenance and Care
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Before you fill your vehicle with fuel, extinguish all lit cigarettes,
other smoking materials, and any open flames.
To fill the tank properly:
1. Remove the fuel filler cap. Proceed to add fuel to the tank
only if your vehicle is on level ground.
2. Make sure you pump unleaded fuel and put the nozzle all the
way inside the fuel filler pipe. The fuel tank is normally full
after three automatic shutoffs of the nozzle.
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.
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.
5. Push the fuel door closed.
Choosing the Right Fuel
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.
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
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Gasolines for clean air
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.
Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels
WARNING
Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if
misused or mishandled.
mTurn vehicle off when refueling.
mDo not smoke when refueling. Fuels are extremely flammable.
mDo not siphon any fuel by mouth.
WARNING
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.
mAvoid breathing vapors while refueling.
mIf fuel is splashed on the skin, wash with soap and water.
mIf fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (if worn),
flush with water for 15 minutes, and seek medical attention.
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.
If you are taking the medication ªAntabuseº or other forms of
disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism, vapor or skin contact
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