Maintenance and care – FORD 1999 Ranger User Manual

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• The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle

damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and chains.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS

Important safety precautions

Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank
may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.

If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the pressure in the fuel
tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work improperly

in a collision.

The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel cap is venting
vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before

completely removing the cap.

Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or
mishandled.

Fuel ethanol may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing
agent.

Flexible fuel components and standard unleaded gasoline fuel
components are not interchangeable. If your vehicle is not

serviced in accordance with flexible fuel vehicles procedures, damage
may occur and your warranty may be invalidated.

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