FORD 2001 Focus - Manual (Page 229)

Maintenance and care
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Fuel filler cap
After refueling, if the Check fuel
cap indicator comes on and stays
on when you start the engine, the
fuel filler cap may not be properly
installed. Turn off the engine,
remove the fuel filler cap, align the
cap properly and reinstall it
securely. The Check fuel cap
indicator should turn off after three
driving cycles with the fuel filler
cap properly installed. A driving
cycle consists of a cold engine
startĆup followed by mixed
city/highway driving.
If you must replace the fuel
filler cap, replace it with a fuel
filler cap that is designed for
your vehicle. The customer
warranty may be void for any
damage to the fuel tank or fuel
system if the correct genuine
Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler
cap is not used.
The fuel system may be
under pressure. If the fuel
filler cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until it
stops before completely removing
the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel
may spray out and injure you or
others.
If you do not use the proper
fuel filler cap, excessive
pressure or vacuum in the fuel
tank may damage the fuel system
or cause the fuel cap to disengage
in a collision, which may result in
possible personal injury.
Fuel filler cap lock
(if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
a locking fuel filler cap.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Open the fuel filler flap.
3. Unlock the fuel filler cap, using
the key and turn cap
counterclockwise to remove.
4. To close, turn the cap clockwise
until it clicks.
Refer to the previous section Fuel
filler cap for additional
information.