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Question posted by splashmash329 on June 28th, 2012

Check Engine Light Comes On!

something thats going on with the fuel tank its loosing vaccum or its not keeping it i dont understand

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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 4

...) Speed control (pg. 24) Driver side air bag (pg. 47) 4 Instrumentation Headlamp control (pg. 16) Instrument panel dimmer switch (pg. 17) Instrument cluster (pg. 6) 50 CHECK ENGINE 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 40 60 F H 30 20 10 40 000000 100 1 10 H H 20 180 MPH P R km/h 120 N D 2 1 E ABS L BRAKE...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 6

Instrumentation STANDARD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 50 CHECK ENGINE 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 40 F DOOR AJAR H 60 30 20 10 40 000000 100 1 10 H H 20 180 MPH P R km/h 120 N D 2 1 E
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 7

..., possibly causing a fire. 7 You should drive in the fuel. 3. What you should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of fuel. (The engine may not have your Check Engine light to check the bulb. The fuel cap may misfire or run out of a cold engine startup followed by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 9

... vehicle serviced. 9 If the light does not come on when the transmission control switch is on . THEFT O/D off . O/D When the light is depressed or if the light flashes when you are turned on...engine is turned to Exterior bulbs in the Controls and features chapter. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously, check for a burned-out turn signal or the hazard lights...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 10

...Illuminates when the ignition is in the CHECK ON position and the engine coolant temperature is high, the engine oil GAGE pressure is low or the fuel level is near empty. Four wheel ... drive high is turned to Engine coolant temperature gauge, Engine oil pressure gauge or Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information. Speed control (if equipped) This light comes on when either the SPEED ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 11

... either front door is opened . For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. STANDARD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GAUGES 50 CHECK ENGINE 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 40 60 F H 30 20 10 40 000000 100 1 10 H DOOR AJAR H 20 180 MPH P R km/h 120...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 12

... is in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of the vehicle the fuel filler door is being refueled. The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of fuel that can be added will be in the ON position). Instrumentation OPTIONAL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GAUGES CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR 4 H CHECK ENGINE 5 6 40 30...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 28

... position for the best fuel economy. OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is turned to operate, the vehicle speed must be illuminated. The Transmission Control Indicator Light (TCIL) will no ...ON/OFF to second, third and fourth gear. RSM SET ACC COAST Indicator light (if equipped) This light comes on when either the SPEED SET ACC/SET ACCEL or RES/RSM/RESUME controls ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 47

... of injury from certain upper body injuries. Seating and safety restraints AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 60 70 0 0 0 80 60 100 120 140 50 CHECK ENGINE 80 90 160 40 F H 30 20 10 40 000000 100 1 10 H H 20 180 MPH P R km/h 120 N D 2 1 E ABS L BRAKE ! Always transport children 12 years old and...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 61

Starting 50 CHECK ENGINE 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 40 F H 60 30 20 10 40 000000 100 1 10 H H 20 180 MPH P R km/h 120 N D 2 1 E ABS L ! BRAKE L SPEED CONT O/D OFF L CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR 4 H CHECK ENGINE 5 6 40 30 20 10 50 60 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 3 2 1 RPMx1000 C 40 000000 100 1 10 H L H SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW 20 180
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 93

The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lights control is located on the switch. 4. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH (GASOLINE ENGINES ONLY) If the engine cranks but does not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may illuminate in the button on top of vehicle breakdown, approaching...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 115

...for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on ...(First) (manual transmissions). 4. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). • 2.5L I4 engine MIN MAX 115 Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Check the engine oil each time you fuel your vehicle. 1.
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 135

..., call a physician immediately, even if no symptoms are immediately apparent. If fuel is venting vapor or if you do not use the proper fuel cap, the pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it stops before fueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Maintenance and care WHAT...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 137

... current mileage reading. 4. It should not be covered by your fuel tank if you have an adverse affect on the Check Engine light, refer to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. Use one month. Cleaner air Ford approves the use of methanol may come on high quality fuels that optimize the performance of gasolines to improve air quality...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 138

... not drive if you smell exhaust fumes of your vehicle to work properly: • Use only unleaded fuel. • Avoid running out of oil pressure, the charging system warning light, the "Check Engine" light or the temperature warning light. If you smell exhaust fumes. These events could kill you. 138 The Scheduled Maintenance Services listed in...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 139

... driving cycle is on, reference the applicable light description in stop and go, city type traffic with the "check engine/service engine soon" light on. Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle. EXTERIOR BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the on or near the engine. To ready the OBD-II system...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 149

Capacities and specifications Fluid Fuel tank Ford Part Name N/A Application Regular cab (Short wheel base) Regular cab (Long wheel base) SuperCab ... washer fluid Windshield Washer Concentrate 4x4 vehicles with 2.5L I4 or 3.0L 1.4L (1.5 quarts) V6 engine 4x4 vehicles with 1.7L (1.8 quarts) 4.0L V6 engine All 2.4-2.6L (2.5-2.65 quarts) All Fill to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of Traction-Lok axles...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 156

... ...112,113,114 Engine block heater ...62 Engine coolant checking and adding ...121 disposal ...122 refill capacities ...123 Engine oil ...115,117 changing oil and oil filter ...118 checking and adding ...115,117 Exhaust fumes ...63 Foglamps ...16 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...74 control trac ...22,75 indicator light ...75 Fuel calculating fuel economy ...137 improving fuel economy ...92...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 157

... ...107 disconnecting cables ...108 Keys key in ignition chime ...11 Lamps interior lamps ...141 Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...8 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...8 anti-theft ...9 brake ...8 charging system ...9 check engine ...6,7 cruise indicator ...10 door ajar ...10 fuel reset ...8 overdrive off ...9 safety belt ...8 turn signal indicator ...9 Load limits trailer towing ...81 Lubricant...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 159

...) 9.0L (9.5 quarts) 9.3L (9.8 quarts) 159 Filling station information Recommended fuel Fuel tank capacity (Regular cab-Short wheel base) Fuel tank capacity (Regular cab-Long wheel base) Fuel tank capacity (SuperCab) Engine oil capacity (with filter change)2.5L and 3.0L engines Engine oil capacity (with filter change)4.0L engine Tire size and pressure Hood release Coolant capacity-2.5L without air...

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