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VEHICLE CARE AND MAINTENANCE
DIESEL FUEL
This vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine and requires
ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel
(D1/D2).
Please use big-brand stations for refuelling, such as Esso, Shell, Chevron, Husky,
Petro Canada, Irving, etc. The fuel available at independent stations is often of a lower
quality which can cause problems by clogging fuel pumps, etc., resulting in trip disruption
and expensive repairs.
DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID/DEF
To reduce the diesel exhaust emissions, the vehicle is equipped with a diesel catalytic converter which uses
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), known in Europe as "AdBlue". This converter automatically injects the DEF into the
exhaust system. The DEF tank will be topped up prior to the rental. Some driving styles and environmental
conditions (e.g. frequent accelerating, smoky air) may demand more frequent re-fills than others.
A warning lamp on the dashboard will illuminate when the DEF range drops below 500 kms. In some vehicles,
only the remaining kilometres is indicated while other vehicles have a DEF gauge similar to a fuel gauge (see
picture). When the DEF tank is low, refill it as soon as possible. DEF fluid can be purchased at many gas
stations, auto repair shops (e.g. Napa), or at Ford dealers.
DEF TANK
Refill DEF very slowly and completely; otherwise, the board computer will not be
reset and when the remaining kilometre reading has reached 0 the vehicle will go
into the speed restriction mode and finally into the idle mode.
Approximate filling capacity:
up to 6 gallons / 22.7 litres
The warning light remains on for a brief period after the refill, but after driving 50
kms or sooner the board computer will readjust.
CAUTION:
Do not start the vehicle under any circumstances if DEF was erroneously filled into the diesel tank.
If started, the engine would suffer significant damage, which is not covered by your insurance.
Diesel in the DEF tank, as a result of using the incorrect tank inlet, does not damage the engine or
catalytic converter but causes heavy smoke in the exhaust fumes.
ENGINE OIL
The engine oil level must be checked every 1500 kms. The engine should be cold when its oil level is checked.
ONLY SAE 5W-40 OIL
can be used for topping up
Diesel
engines. Please keep receipts for oil that is purchased
for reimbursement upon return of the vehicle. Thank you for your care and attention.
CAUTION:
The renter is liable for ALL damage resulting from use of improper fuel, oil, or other engine fluids.
If you have any questions, please call our OnRoad-Service.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATES
We change the oil of our Diesel vehicles every 15,000 kms according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.
The oil change light may illuminate earlier as it is programmed to a different schedule. The odometer reading
of the last
oil change is
indicated on a sticker on the windshield. If the window sticker indicates that an oil
change is due, please call our OnRoad-Service for direction to an authorized auto repair shop. Please keep
receipts for all oil purchases and present them for reimbursement upon return of the vehicle.
