Safety Information Relating To Automotive Fuels - Ford 1996 Escort Manual

Reformulated fuel is also required in certain
areas of the U.S. These fuels are designed to
further reduce emissions from your vehicle.
Generally, you should not experience difficulties
operating your vehicle on reformulated gasoline
or on fuels containing oxygenates. We encourage
you to use these fuels.
Safety Information Relating to Automotive
Fuels
Automotive fuels can cause serious injury
or death if misused or mishandled.
Turn vehicle off when refueling
Do not smoke when refueling. Fuels are
extremely flammable.
Do not siphon any fuel by mouth.
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.
Avoid breathing vapors while refueling.
If fuel is splashed on the skin, wash with
soap and water.
If 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.
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