8-1. Specifications- Page 377

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8-1. Specifications

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driving uphill. This is normal and there is 

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NOTICE

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Notice on fuel quality

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Do not use improper fuels. If improper 

fuels are used, the engine will be dam-

aged.

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Do not use leaded gasoline.

Leaded gasoline can cause damage to 

your vehicle’s three-way catalytic con-

verters causing the emission control 

system to malfunction.

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Do not use gasohol other than the type 

previously stated.

Other gasohol may cause fuel system 

damage or vehicle performance prob-

lems.

●

Using unleaded gasoline with an 

octane number or rating lower than 

the level previously stated may cause 

persistent heavy knocking.

At worst, this may lead to engine dam-

age and will void the vehicle warranty.

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When refueling with gasohol

Take care not to spill gasohol. It can dam-

age your vehicle’s paint.

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Fuel-related poor driveability

If poor driveability (poor hot starting, 

vaporization, engine knocking, etc.) is 

encountered after using a different type 

of fuel, discontinue the use of that type of 

fuel.