1996 Mercury Cougar Support Question
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Question posted by zmccallister2488 on December 12th, 2012
Type Of Fuel
is it ok to run premium gas in a 96 cougar xr7 V8 4.6L
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Answer #1: Posted by roadrunnertim on December 12th, 2012 1:13 PM
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Most cars will run better with higher octane fuel. The only problem with higher octane fuel is that it is harder to ignite than lower octane fuels. So if you have any difficulty starting your car with the higher octane fuel, go back to the 87 or 89 octane.
Big V8 engines definitely run worse with 87 octane. My 440 Road Runner would run terrible with anything less than 93 octane. Higher octane doesn't give you any more power, but it does reduce knocks and pings in an engine that has that problem with lower octane gas.
Related Manual Pages
Owner's Manual - Page 45
...Cougar
Ignition
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
The positions of the key in the ignition
ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's electrical accessories such as the radio and the windshield wipers to operate while the engine is started and remains in this position while the engine runs.... LOCK is the only position that allows you to the ON position once the engine is not running.
Owner's Manual - Page 47
... is in this chapter for more than a short period of time with the engine running. Only use the accelerator while you have problems getting your vehicle in this chapter for...3. Exhaust fumes are turned off when starting. Before you start your safety belts. Fuel-Injected Engines
When starting a fuel-injected engine, the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on ...
Owner's Manual - Page 49
...as the engine starts.
These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs higher than its normal idle speed. If the engine does not start after a short time. Turn ...lever in this chapter. Release the parking brake. If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the idle speed checked.
49 Whenever you start your vehicle, ...
Owner's Manual - Page 64
...the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off the road as soon as the engine begins to crank. On the fourth engine start from a cold condition (engine at ambient temperature) and running out...cycle consists of engine start up cycles without a misfire condition occurring. Remove and replace the fuel cap, making sure it is not properly installed. Under certain conditions, the Check Engine ...
Owner's Manual - Page 68
... damage the engine.
68 Tachometer
The tachometer
The tachometer displays the approximate engine revolutions per minute (rpm), or how fast the engine is running. Regardless of the type of the red zone. You can drive your vehicle at the same time as the odometer. Since the trip odometer displays distance independent of...
Owner's Manual - Page 112
... can turn it OFF by pressing the PANIC button again or by two coin type three-volt lithium 2016 batteries (included) that should be purchased at most pharmacies,...the illuminated entry system turns on manually or if a door is powered by turning the ignition key to the RUN position. Replacement batteries can turn off with the LOCK button or by turning the ignition to activate the remote ...
Owner's Manual - Page 176
... the instrument panel. RWARNING If the parking brake is fully released, but you hear a click. They may not be adversely affected.
176 The brake is running. To release the parking brake, press down on , have the brakes checked immediately. However, since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the stopping...
Owner's Manual - Page 204
.... u Jump-start your warranty period of 3 years/36,000 miles (3 years/60,000 km), whichever comes first. u Bring you fuel if you are locked out. Customer Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Ford Motor Company has set up a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week hotline with your... u Tow your spare if you are stranded. Roadside Assistance will cover the following:
u Mount your vehicle if you run out.
Owner's Manual - Page 225
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids, and service parts conforming to provide the best performance in your vehicle....stays in your vehicle. NOTE: Always dispose of fluids. Here are designed and built to Ford specifications. Using these types of used automotive fluids in the Owner Maintenance Checklist, be performed for any unusual noise, vibration, or other indication ...
Owner's Manual - Page 226
space with the engine running , unless you are sure you must work under a vehicle while it is
u Keep all fuel-related parts. Working with long hair. Set the ...does this chapter. This will prevent your vehicle will drive properly. u Do not work with the engine running ,
avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that the gearshift is automatic and may come on a vehicle in...
Owner's Manual - Page 231
.... Covering these components will help prevent water damage. running. u In order to avoid possible cracking of grease and dirt acts as an insulator, keeping the engine warmer than usual. If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you or others.
234 engine block or fuel injection pump, do not spray a hot engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 235
... completely and record the initial odometer reading. In sensitive individuals, serious personal injury or sickness could result. Running Out of Fuel
NOTE: Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may contain small amounts of your vehicle, and can be an accurate estimate of alcoholism, vapor or skin contact with a gasoline-methanol ...
Owner's Manual - Page 243
... if you are sure that Ford specifies. When the engine is low, add a 50/50 or appropriate mixture of water and the type of engine coolant more than once a month.
246 Have your vehicle's coolant system can be careful when you remove the cap, turn... as soon as possible. When you have to unscrew. You may even splash out.
2.
3. 4.
5. Even when the engine is running or hot.
Owner's Manual - Page 245
... rating of the cooling system can be used automotive fluids in all year. Following these types of fluids. Leave the engine coolant in a responsible manner. Engine coolant refill procedure When...procedure should be found in damage to find out about recycling automotive fluids. Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA (in which you drive during winter months. Call ...
Owner's Manual - Page 257
... tires.
If you may damage your vehicle if possible. Use only SAE Class "S" chains. Other types may need to use snow tires and occasionally chains for
your tires. u Remove tire chains at ... you currently have all-weather treads that no chain touches any wiring, brake lines, or fuel lines. Verify that provide traction in some climates, you can hear the chains rub
or bang...
Owner's Manual - Page 258
...wash your vehicle does not use acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, abrasives, fuel, or strong detergents. Cleaning the Wheels
Wash the wheels with the same detergent you...transmission shift selector in the P (Park) position, fully set the parking brake and leave the engine running.
261
Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid
It is not working properly - for instance, the transmission may...
Owner's Manual - Page 260
... you put more mileage on reservoir cap. (To locate the master cylinder, see The Engine Types in the plastic reservoir on the master cylinder. Check the brake fluid at each scheduled engine ... MAX marks. RWARNING Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. However, expect the level of the automatic transmission dipstick
Brake Fluid
Under...
Owner's Manual - Page 264
..., make sure that meets Ford Specification ESW-M2C33-F, such as Ford Premium Power Steering Fluid, E6AZ-19582-AA or is an equivalent Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid with a Ford registration number (an 8-digit ... COLD range on the fluid container). Locate the power steering reservoir mounted to 30˚C). 4.6L SFI engine 1. Check the fluid level when the system is COLD (allow at least one...
Owner's Manual - Page 265
... not drive your vehicle for power steering
Use only power steering fluid that meets Ford's Specification ESW-M2C33-F, such as Ford Premium Power Steering Fluid, E6AZ-19582-AA or an equivalent Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid with a Ford registration number (an 8-digit number beginning with "2P" printed on the fluid container). This can...
Owner's Manual - Page 282
... may result in the Maintenance
Schedule and Record booklet performed according to work properly:
u Use only unleaded fuel. u Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is equipped with applicable exhaust emission requirements. u Avoid running out of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. u Do not push start your...
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