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Refueling, 176 fuel and refueling – FORD 2015 Taurus User Manual

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2. To open the fuel filler door, press
the center of the rear edge and then
release.

3. Slowly insert the funnel into the capless fuel
system.

4. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel
container.

5. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose
of it. Extra funnels can be purchased from your
authorized dealer if you choose to dispose of the
funnel.

REFUELING

WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause
severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:

• Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island.
• Turn off your engine when you are refueling.
• Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle.
• Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel.
• Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended

when refueling your vehicle - this is against the law in some places.

• Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel.
• Do not use personal electronic devices while refueling.

Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up when
filling an ungrounded fuel container:
• Place approved fuel container on the ground.
• DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the

cargo area).

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Fuel and Refueling

2015 Taurus
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, April 2014
USA
(fus)