254 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
FLEXIBLE FUEL — IF EQUIPPED
E-85 General Information
The information in this section is unique for
Flexible Fuel vehicles only. These vehicles can
be identified by a unique fuel filler door label
that states Ethanol (E-85) or Unleaded Gasoline
Only and/or a yellow fuel cap. Please refer to
the other sections of this manual for informa-
tion on features that are common between Flex-
ible Fuel and Non-Flexible Fuel powered
vehicles.
Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% ethanol
and 15% unleaded gasoline.
Fuel Requirements
Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded
gasoline with a minimum Research Octane
Number (RON) of 91, or E-85 fuel, or any
mixture of these two. For best results, a refu-
eling pattern that alternates between E-85 and
unleaded gasoline should be avoided.
When you do switch fuel types it is recom-
mended that:
You do not add less than 5 gallons (19 liters)
when refueling.
You operate the vehicle immediately after
refueling for a period of at least five minutes.
Observing these precautions will avoid possible
hard starting and/or significant deterioration in
driveability during warm up.
NOTE:
When the ambient temperature is above
90°F (32°C), you may experience hard
starting and rough idle following start up
even if the above recommendations are
followed.
Some additives used in regular gasoline are
not fully compatible with E-85 and may form
deposits in your engine. To eliminate drive-
ability issues that may be caused by these
deposits, a supplemental gasoline additive,
such as Mopar Injector Cleanup or Techron
may be used.
Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain
carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless
gas, which can kill. Never run the engine in
a closed area, such as a garage, and never
sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running for an extended period. If the
vehicle is stopped in an open area with the
engine running for more than a short
period, adjust the ventilation system to
force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
Guard against carbon monoxide with
proper maintenance. Have the exhaust
system inspected every time the vehicle is
raised. Have any abnormal conditions
repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with
all side windows fully open.
WARNING! (Continued)
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door
label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
WARNING!
Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and
could cause serious personal injury. Never
have any smoking materials lit or products
that can cause spark in or near the vehicle
when removing the fuel filler tube cap (gas
cap) or filling the tank. Do not use E-85 as a
cleaning agent and never use it near an open
flame.
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