Introduction
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Use of MTBE
Genesis Vehicle recommends avoiding fuels containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl
Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) in your vehicle.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may reduce
vehicle performance and produce vapour lock or hard starting.
NOTICE
Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty may not cover damage to the fuel system and
any performance problems that are caused by the use of fuels containing methanol
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Do not use methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood alcohol) should not be used in your vehicle. This type
of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and damage components of the fuel system,
engine control system and emission control system.
Fuel Additives
GENESIS recommends that you use unleaded petrol which has an Octane Rating of
RON (Research Octane Number) 91 or higher.
For customers who do not use good quality petrols including fuel additives regularly,
and have problems starting or the engine does not run smoothly, adding one bottle
of additives to the fuel tank is recommended according to the maintenance schedule
Additives are available from your Genesis authorized repairer along with information on
how to use them. Do not mix other additives.
Additives are available from a Genesis authorised repairer along with information on
how to use them. Do not mix other additives.
Operation in foreign countries
If you are going to drive your vehicle in another country, be sure to:
• Observe all regulations regarding registration and insurance.
• Determine that acceptable fuel is available.