1997 Ford Taurus Flex Fuel Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 11

Instrument panel controls % Alcohol display This display indicates the approximate percentage of "alcohol" in the fuel line to the engine. It cannot differentiate between ethanol and methanol. Therefore, your readout will be meaningful only when the fuel type being used matches the type shown on the label inside your fuel filler door. The display "% Alcohol", depress the button located to the right of the "Miles to Empty" display on the instrument cluster. There is a label next to the button which reads, "PUSH FOR % ALCOHOL". The display will indicate % Alcohol for approximately five seconds and then return to the Miles to Empty display. As noted in the Miles to Empty section, adding at least 9.5 liters (2.5 gallons) of fuel will cause the display to recalculate the miles remaining and the % alcohol based on the current tank of fuel. To ensure accuracy, turn the ignition OFF when you fill the fuel tank. It is important to use only the fuels recommended for your FFV. Refer to the Refueling section of this supplement for information. OTHER WARNING LIGHTS AND GAUGES The FFV instrument cluster also has separate warning lights and gauges that tell you the condition of your vehicle. When illuminated, these warning lights and gauges warn you about the brakes and parking brake, safety belts, battery, oil pressure, high beams, air bag, anti-lock brake system, Powertrain Control Module (PCM) system (check engine), temperature of the engine coolant, how much fuel you have in your tank, how fast you are driving, engine RPM, and the total distance your vehicle has been driven. Refer to your Owner Guide for information regarding the warning lights and gauges for your flexible-fuel vehicle. 11