Ford 2005 Ranger, Owner'S Manual

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Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel
Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling an
ungrounded fuel container:
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Place approved fuel container on the ground.
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DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the
cargo area).
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Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while
filling.
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DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill
position.
Fuel Filler Cap
Your vehicle is equipped with a 1/4 turn fuel filler cap, which requires
the handle to be rotated 1/4 of a turn for removal or installation.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Carefully turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn until it
releases from the fuel filler pipe.
3. Carefully hang the cap from the tether.
4. To install the cap, place the cap into the filler pipe and rotate until
you hear at least 3 “clicks”.
If the “Check Fuel Cap” or the “Check Engine” indicator comes on and
stays on when you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be
properly installed. Turn off the engine, remove the the fuel filler cap and
reinstall. When the fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will
turn off after a period of normal driving.
It may take a long period of
time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler
cap.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler
cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may
be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the
correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.
The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is
venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out and injure you or others.
2005 Ranger (ran)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
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