Ford ZD Escape Series - Fuel Consumption and Economy

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Fuel and refuelling
The fuel system may be under
pressure. If the fuel cap is venting
vapour, or if you hear a hissing sound,
wait until it stops before completely
removing the cap. Otherwise fuel may
spray out and injure you.
CAUTION
If you use a high pressure spray
to wash your vehicle, only spray
the fuel ller ap briey from a distance
not less than 20 centimetres.
To open, pull up the remote fuel-ller lid
release.
After refuelling, replace the cap until the
ratchet is engaged for at least two clicks
and close the fuel door.
REFUELLING
CAUTION
Do not attempt to start the engine
if you have lled the fuel tank with
the incorrect fuel. This could damage the
engine. Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician immediately.
Filling up
WARNINGS
It is important that the fuel tank
is not lled beyond its designed
level by trickle feeding after the rst click
of an automatic ller gun (when fully
inserted). If no space is allowed for fuel
expansion, spillage may occur during
fuelling, or fuel emission system may not
operate correctly.
The ow of petrol through a
pump nozzle can produce static
electricity, which can cause a re if petrol
is pumped into an ungrounded fuel
container. To avoid static build up:
Place the approved fuel container •
on the ground.
Do not ll the container whilst in the •
vehicle or utility tray.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the •
fuel container whilst lling.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The following suggestions may
assist you in developing your driving
techniques and in obtaining improved
economy:
Observe the running-in advice •
provided in the Driving hints (page
90).