Ford Police Interceptor Sedan (2018 year). Manual — part 24

FUEL QUALITY - GASOLINE

Choosing the Right Fuel

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Your vehicle is designed to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.

Some fuel stations, particularly those in
high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating below 87. We do not recommend
these fuels.

For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well
as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See Towing (page 142).

Do not use any fuel other than those
recommended because they could lead to
engine damage that will not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.

Note:

Use of any fuel other than those

recommended can impair the emission
control system and cause a loss of vehicle
performance.

Do not use:
•

Diesel fuel.

•

Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.

•

Fuel containing more than 15% ethanol
or E85 fuel.

•

Fuels containing methanol.

•

Fuels containing metallic-based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds.

•

Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).

•

Leaded fuel (using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law).

The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known
as MMT), which is a manganese-based
fuel additive, will impair engine
performance and affect the emission
control system.

Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact
an authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.

FUEL FILLER FUNNEL
LOCATION

The fuel filler funnel is under the luggage
compartment floor covering.

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL

Running out of fuel can cause damage not
covered by the vehicle Warranty.

If your vehicle runs out of fuel:
•

Add a minimum of 1.3 gal (5 L) of fuel
to restart the engine.

•

You may need to switch the ignition
from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to
pump the fuel from the tank to the
engine. When restarting, cranking time
takes a few seconds longer than
normal.

Note:

If your vehicle is on a steep slope,

more fuel may be required.

Filling a Portable Fuel Container

WARNING

Flow of fuel through a fuel pump
nozzle can produce static electricity.
This can cause a fire if you are filling

an ungrounded fuel container.

Use the following guidelines to avoid
electrostatic charge build-up, which can
produce a spark, when filling an
ungrounded fuel container:
•

Only use an approved fuel container to
transfer fuel to your vehicle. Place the
container on the ground when filling it.

•

Do not fill a fuel container when it is
inside your vehicle (including the cargo
area).

•

Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact
with the fuel container when filling it.

•

Do not use a device that holds the fuel
pump nozzle lever in the fill position.

Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container

WARNINGS

Do not insert the nozzle of a fuel
container or an aftermarket funnel
into the fuel filler neck. This may

damage the fuel system filler neck or its
seal and cause fuel to run onto the ground.

Do not try to pry open or push open
the capless fuel system with foreign
objects. This could damage the fuel

system and its seal and cause injury to you
or others.

Do not dispose of fuel in the
household refuse or the public
sewage system. Use an authorized

waste disposal facility.

When refueling the vehicle fuel tank from
a fuel container, use the fuel filler funnel
included with your vehicle. See Fuel Filler
Funnel Location

(page 99).

Note:

Do not use aftermarket funnels as

they may not work with the capless fuel
system and can damage it.

When refueling the vehicle fuel tank from
a fuel container, do the following:

1.

Fully open the fuel filler door.

2. Fully insert the fuel filler funnel into the

fuel filler inlet.

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3. Add fuel to your vehicle from the fuel

container.

4. Remove the fuel filler funnel.

5. Fully close the fuel filler door.

6. Clean the fuel filler funnel and place it

back in your vehicle or correctly dispose
of it.

Note:

Extra funnels can be purchased from

an authorized dealer if you choose to
dispose of the funnel.

REFUELING

WARNINGS

When refueling always shut the
engine off and never allow sparks or
open flames near the fuel tank filler

valve. Never smoke or use a cell phone
while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely
hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid
inhaling excess fumes.

The fuel system may be under
pressure. If you hear a hissing sound
near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel

until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out, which could cause serious
personal injury.

Do not remove the fuel pump nozzle
from its fully inserted position when
refueling.

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

and fire.

Stop refueling when the fuel pump
nozzle automatically shuts off for the
first time. Failure to follow this will

fill the expansion space in the fuel tank and
could lead to fuel overflowing.

Wait at least 10 seconds before
removing the fuel pump nozzle to
allow any residual fuel to drain into

the fuel tank.

Do not try to pry open or push open
the capless fuel system with foreign
objects. This could damage the fuel

system and its seal and cause injury to you
or others.

Note:

Your vehicle does not have a fuel filler

cap.

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A

B

C

D

Left-hand side. To open the fuel
filler door, press the center rear
edge of the fuel filler door and
then release.

A

Right-hand side. To open the
fuel filler door, press the center
rear edge of the fuel filler door
and then release.

B

Left-hand side. Pull the rear of
the fuel filler door to open it.

C

Right-hand side. Pull the rear of
the fuel filler door to open it.

D

1.

Fully open the fuel filler door.

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A

Note:

When you insert the correct size fuel

pump nozzle a spring loaded inhibitor opens.

2. Insert the fuel pump nozzle up to the

first notch on the nozzle A. Keep it
resting on the cover of the fuel tank
filler pipe opening.

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A

B

3. Hold the fuel pump nozzle in position

B when refueling. Holding the fuel
nozzle in position A can affect the flow
of fuel and shut off the fuel nozzle
before the fuel tank is full.

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A

B

4. Operate the fuel pump nozzle within

the area shown.

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5. When you finish refueling slightly raise

the fuel pump nozzle and slowly
remove it.

6. Fully close the fuel filler door.

Note:

Do not attempt to start the engine

if you have filled the fuel tank with incorrect
fuel. Incorrect fuel use can cause damage
not covered by the vehicle Warranty. Have
your vehicle immediately checked.

System Warnings

(If Equipped)

If the fuel filler inlet does not fully close a
warning message appears in the
information display.

1.

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so and switch the engine off.

2. Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).

3. Apply the parking brake.

4. Fully open the fuel filler door.

5. Check the fuel filler inlet and the area

around it for any items or debris that
may be obstructing its movement.