TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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M
ETHANOL
(Methyl) is used in a variety of concentrations when blended
with unleaded gasoline. You may find fuels containing 3% or
more methanol along with other alcohols called cosolvents.
Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline are not the
responsibility of the manufacturer. While Methyl Tert-Butyl
Ether (MTBE) is an oxygenate made from methanol, it does not
have the negative effects of Methanol.
E
THANOL
R
EFORMULATED
G
ASOLINE
Many areas of the country require the use of
cleaner-burning gasoline referred to as “reformulated
gasoline”. Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates
and are specifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions
and improve air quality.
The use of reformulated gasoline is recommended.
Properly blended reformulated gasoline will provide
improved performance and durability of engine and fuel
system components.
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LEX
F
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V
EHICLES
Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gasoline
containing up to 15% ethanol (E-15). Use of gasoline with
higher ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 fuel,
the engine will have some or all of these symptoms:
Operate in a lean mode.
OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on.
Poor engine performance.
Poor cold start and cold drivability.
Increased risk for fuel system component corrosion.
WARNING!
Do not use gasolines containing methanol. Use of these
blends may result in starting and drivability problems
and may damage critical fuel system components.
CAUTION!
Use of fuel with ethanol content higher than 15% may
result in engine malfunction, starting and operating
difficulties, and materials degradation. These adverse
effects could result in permanent damage to your
vehicle.
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