WARNING   WARNING:  Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries.
WARNING   WARNING:  Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island.
WARNING   WARNING:  When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the fuel tank filler valve. Never smoke or use a cell phone while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid inhaling excess fumes.
WARNING   WARNING:  Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle.
WARNING   WARNING:  Keep children away from the fuel pump. Never let children pump fuel.
WARNING   WARNING:  Wait at least five seconds before removing the fuel pump nozzle to allow any residual fuel to drain into the fuel tank.
WARNING   WARNING:  Stop refueling after the fuel pump nozzle automatically shuts off for the second time. Failure to follow this will fill the expansion space in the fuel tank and could lead to fuel overflowing.
WARNING   WARNING:  Do not remove the fuel pump nozzle from its fully inserted position when refueling.

An engine that suddenly becomes noisy or operates poorly after a fuel fill could be using substandard fuel. We recommend that you purchase diesel fuel from a reputable fuel station.
Use only clean, approved containers that prevent the entry of dirt or water whenever you store diesel fuel.
Do not store diesel fuel in a galvanized container. The fuel dissolves the zinc in the galvanized container. The zinc will then remain in the fuel. If you run the contaminated fuel through the engine, the zinc damages the fuel injectors. Engine damage caused may not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up when filling an ungrounded fuel container:
  • Place the approved fuel container on the ground.
  • Do not fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the cargo area).
  • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container when filling.
  • Do not use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position.
Fuel Filler Cap
WARNING   WARNING:  The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury.

Note:   If you do not use the correct fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a crash.
The fuel tank has a threaded fuel filler cap.
Note:   If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle. The vehicle warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford, Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is not used.
When refueling the vehicle fuel tank do the following.
  1. Bring your vehicle to a complete stop and shift into neutral (N) or park (P).
  1. Apply the parking brake and switch the ignition off.
  1. Turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise and remove it.
  1. Refuel your vehicle as required.
  1. Replace the fuel filler cap, turn it clockwise until you feel a strong resistance.
Fuel Fill Rate
Your vehicle has a fuel fill pipe that is able to accept fuel up to 20 gal (75 L) per minute from a fuel-dispensing nozzle. Pumping fuel at greater flow rates may result in premature nozzle shut off or spit back.
Truck stops have fuel pumps and nozzles designed for larger, heavy-duty trucks. If you are refueling your vehicle at a truck stop and the nozzle shuts off repeatedly, wait 5-10 seconds, then use a slower fill rate.

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