Severe climates, Fuel filter, Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2012 Fusion Hybrid User Manual

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Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined previously in the Adding
engine coolant
section.

Severe climates

If you drive in extremely cold climates:

It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration

above 50%.

NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%.
A coolant concentration of 60% will provide improved freeze

point protection. Increased engine coolant concentrations
above 60% will decrease the overheat protection
characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine
damage.

If available, refer to the chart on the coolant container to

ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide
adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you
drive in the winter months.

If you drive in extremely hot climates:

It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration

above 40%.

NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.
Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will

decrease the corrosion/freeze protection characteristics of the
engine coolant and may cause engine damage.

If available, refer to the chart on the coolant container to

ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide
adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive.

Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.

FUEL FILTER

Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with
the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed.

Maintenance and Specifications

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2012 Fusion Hybrid (hfv)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA
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