2002 Ford Explorer Owner's Manual - Page 151

Maintenance and Specifications Follow your community's regulations and standards for disposing and recycling of automotive fluids. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates: • it may be necessary to increase coolant concentration above 50% but less than 60%. • refer to the label on the coolant container for appropriate coolant concentrations for your climate. If you drive in extremely hot climates: • it is still necessary to maintain a coolant concentration above 40%. • refer to the label on the coolant container for appropriate coolant concentrations for your climate. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. 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 cause injury. 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 personal injury. Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer causing agent. 151