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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
(Continued)
F
UEL
S
YSTEM
C
AUTIONS
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with the emissions
control system can result in civil penalties being
assessed against you.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE
Federal law requires that you must fuel this
vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel
fuel (15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits
the use of Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel
(500 ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid damage to
the emissions control system.
Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable
supplier in your vehicle. For most year-round
service, Number 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM
(formerly known as the American Society for
Testing and Materials) specification D-975
Grade S15 will provide good performance. If the
vehicle is exposed to extreme cold (below 20°F
or -7°C), or is required to operate at
colder-than-normal conditions for prolonged
periods, use climatized Number 2 diesel fuel or
dilute the Number 2 diesel fuel with 50%
Number 1 diesel fuel. This will provide better
protection from fuel gelling or wax-plugging of
the fuel filters.
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your
vehicle’s performance:
The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by
Federal law. Using leaded gasoline can
impair engine performance and damage
the emissions control system.
An out-of-tune engine, certain fuel or igni
-
tion malfunctions can cause the catalytic
converter to overheat. If you notice a
pungent burning odor or some light smoke,
your engine may be out-of-tune or malfunc
-
tioning and may require immediate service.
Contact an authorized dealer for service
assistance.
The use of fuel additives, which are now
being sold as octane enhancers, is not
recommended. Most of these products
contain high concentrations of methanol.
Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor
-
mance problems resulting from the use of
such fuels or additives is not the responsi
-
bility of The manufacturer and may void or
not be covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
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