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Press the flap to open it. Open the flap
fully until it engages.
When you insert the fuel pipe nozzle, a
spring loaded inhibitor will open if the
correct size nozzle is detected. This will
prevent filling up with the wrong fuel.
Insert the fuel pipe nozzle up to the first
notch on the nozzle, and keep it in
position on the fuel filler opening.
Vehicles with diesel engine
Vehicles with tyre repair kit
A funnel is located in the spare wheel well.
Use this when refilling with a fuel can.
Vehicles without tyre repair kit
A funnel is located in the glove box. Use
this when refilling with a fuel can.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
Driving with a catalytic
converter
CAUTIONS
Avoid running out of fuel.
Do not crank the engine for long
periods.
Do not run the engine when a spark
plug lead is disconnected.
Do not push-start or tow-start your
vehicle. Use booster cables. See
Using booster cables (page 129).
Do not switch the ignition off when
driving.
Fuel and refuelling
Parking
amount of heat after you have switched
the engine off. This is a potential fire
hazard.
REFUELLING
engine. Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician immediately.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The CO2 and fuel consumption figures
are derived from laboratory tests
according to EEC Directive 80/1268/EEC
and subsequent amendments and are
carried out by all vehicle manufacturers.
They are intended as a comparison
between makes and models of vehicles.
They are not intended to represent the
real world fuel consumption you may get
from your vehicle. Real world fuel
consumption is governed by many factors
including; driving style, high speed driving,
stop/start driving, air conditioning usage,
the accessories fitted and towing etc.
Your Ford dealer can give you advice on
improving your fuel consumption.
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WARNING
Do not park your vehicle over dry
leaves or dry grass. The exhaust will
continue to radiate a considerable
CAUTION
Do not attempt to start the engine if
you have filled the fuel tank with the
incorrect fuel. This could damage the
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