[DonWarkentin]

You can burn out your fuel pump by running the tank too dry. That's probably why Ford set it up to get you to fuel up before the fuel level in the tank gets too low and overheats the fuel pump and burns it out. It's good practice to fill up whenever the fuel gauge says 1/4 tank. That way, you will protect your fuel pump and keep it from burning out so soon.

 

[DonWarkentin]

I agree. And usually I do. But at this point, I would be filling up every 200 miles only burning 16gallons on what should be a 35gallon tank going between 425-450miles depending on MPG

A couple of ideas maybe worth thinking about.

!. Yes, agree with klhansen. Maybe a dealer can reset the fuel gauge so it is a little more accurate.

2. Buy a bigger fuel tank.

3. Buy a transfer tank.

4. Carry a five gallon can of fuel so that you can add a little to the tank and go a few more miles.

5. Carry a tow strap so that you can run it as close to empty as possible, then try to get someone to tow you to the nearest station if you run out.

6. When you fill up, wait a few seconds after it stops to let the foam go down, then top up again. Repeat a few times to try to get as much fuel as possible into the tank.