1997 Ford Taurus Flex Fuel Vehicle Supplement 1st Printing - Page 14

Servicing your vehicle worst-case methanol-gasoline and ethanol-gasoline blends up to 85% alcohol. REFUELING Use only fuels which meet the specifications issued by the American Automobile Manufacturer's Association (AAMA) and of the type specified for the calibration number printed on the calibration decal. Use of other fuels may cause powertrain damage as well as loss of vehicle performance. It will also invalidate the Ford Warranty and any extended service agreement. WHAT FUELS SHOULD BE USED? The Taurus 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. The correct fuels for your FFV are shown on a decal, located on the inside surface of the fuel filler door. 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 protection and performance. The American Automobile Manufacturer's Association (AAMA) has published standards for these fuels designed to give FFV's the best possible performance, safety and durability. To assist alcohol fuel providers in meeting these standards, the AAMA has also published companion guidelines which proscribe "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 stations meet these standards at this time. To ensure proper operation of your Taurus FFV on the appropriate alcohol fuel, refuel at stations certified by the AAMA. 14