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NOTICE
lf e gine “knocking” or “ping-
ing occurs, use a different

bra] of gasoline of a higher
octane rating. If this condition is
allowed to continue, it can lead
to severe engine damage. Gaso-
line quality is important. Fuels
of low quality or not meeting
standard industry specifications
may result in unsatisfactory per-
formance. Operating problems
that result from the use of poor
quality or no recommended fuel
may not be covered under your

warranty.

GENERAL INFORMATION 87

equal to or higher than that shown in

the table.

Fuel Type

Unleaded Gasoline

Ethanol Content

E10 or less

Rating

Minimum Octane | Research Octane

Number (RON) 95

NOTICE

Fuel Type and Octane Rating

Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline
with an ethanol volume content not
more than 10% and an octane rating

Do not use any fuel that con-
tains more ethanol or other oxy-
genates than specified for E10
fuel* in this vehicle. Damage
to the engine and fuel system,
or engine starting and/or per-
formance problems may result
from the use of improper fuel.

*E10 means fuel containing up to 10%
ethanol.