Fuel And Refuelling; Safety Precautions; Fuel Quality; Catalytic Converter - Ford Focus 3 c346 2013 Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGS
Stop refuelling after the fuel
nozzle stops the second time.
Additional fuel will fill the expansion space
in the fuel tank which could lead to fuel
overflowing. Fuel spillage could be
hazardous to other road users.
Do not use any kind of flames or
heat near the fuel system. The
fuel system is under pressure. There is a
risk of injury if the fuel system is leaking.

FUEL QUALITY

WARNING
Do not use leaded petrol or petrol
with additives containing other
metallic compounds (e.g. manganese-
based). They could damage the
emission system.
Note: We recommend that you use only
high quality fuel.
Note: The use of additives or other
engine treatments not approved by Ford
is not recommended.
Note: Ethanol blended fuels up to 10%
(E10) is acceptable to be used in this
vehicle.
The engine in your Focus has been
optimised for operation on premium
unleaded fuel (95 RON or higher).
petrol variants it is also safe to operate
the engine on standard unleaded fuel (91
RON minimum), however if you choose
to do so, you may notice some minor
loss of performance, economy and
increased engine noise.

Fuel and refuelling

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

other combustible materials. The
exhaust will radiate a considerable
amount of heat during use, and after you
have switched the engine off. This is a
potential fire hazard.
Driving with a catalytic
converter
See Jump-starting the vehicle
128).

FUEL FILLER FLAP

For all
fuel nozzle.
fuel system is under pressure. There is a
risk of injury if the fuel system is leaking.
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WARNING
Do not park or idle your vehicle
over dry leaves, dry grass or
WARNINGS
Avoid running out of fuel.
Do not crank the engine for long
periods.
Do not push-start or tow-start
your vehicle. Use booster cables.
Do not switch the ignition off
when driving.
Do not run the engine when a
spark plug lead is disconnected.
WARNINGS
Take care when refuelling to avoid
spilling any residual fuel from the
Do not use any kind of flames or
heat near the fuel system. The
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