Fuel Delivery and Air Induction: Description and Operation

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CAUTION: The Taurus Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) has two versions, one for fuel methanol and one for fuel ethanol. Unleaded gasoline may be used in either version. However, fuel methanol is not to be used in a fuel ethanol vehicle, and vice-versa.

These vehicles will operate well on ordinary commercial quality unleaded regular gasoline, but only the highest quality fuel methanol or fuel ethanol will provide the same level of satisfaction. The American Automobile Manufacturer's Association (AAMA) has published standards for these fuels designed to give FFVs the best possible performance, safety and durability. To assist alcohol fuel providers in meeting these standards, the AAMA has also published companion guidelines which prescribe "Methanol and Ethanol Fuel Compatible" dispensing station equipment. Stations may apply to the AAMA to be certified as meeting these standards. However, not all stations meet these standards at this time. To ensure proper operation of the Taurus FFV on either alcohol, refuel at stations certified by the AAMA.

NOTE:
The Unleaded Fuel Only, Fuel Methanol or Unleaded Fuel Only, or Fuel Ethanol or Unleaded Fuel Only nomenclature must appear:
- near the fuel filler opening.
- on the instrument cluster.