Possible Causes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2003 Ford Excursion, and 2003 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- No fuel in tank.
- Fuel supply line could be broken or crimped.
- Fuel could be jelled (most likely in cold weather with No. 2 fuel).
- Pick-up tube screen in tank could be clogged.
Cloudy fuel indicates that fuel may not be a suitable grade for cold temperatures; excessive water or contaminants may indicate that tank and fuel system may need to be flushed and cleaned.