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Gasoline Specifications

It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications
which were developed by the American Automobile
Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the
Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association for better
vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines
meeting these specifications could provide improved
driveability and emission control system performance
compared to other gasolines.

In Canada, look for
the “Auto Makers’
Choice” label on 
the pump.

Canada Only

California Fuel

If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission
Standards (see the underhood emission control label), 
it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California
specifications. If this fuel is not available in states
adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle
will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal
specifications, but emission control system performance
may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may
turn on (see “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index)
and your vehicle may fail a smog

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check test. If this

occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer for
diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is 
caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be
covered by your warranty.