380 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.4L ENGINE
This engine is designed to meet all emission
regulations and provide satisfactory fuel
economy and performance when using
high-quality unleaded gasoline having a
minimum research octane rating (RON) of 95.
For optimum performance and fuel economy
the use of minimum research octane rating
(RON) of 98 or higher is recommended.
METHANOL
(Methyl) is used in a variety of concentrations
when blended with unleaded gasoline. You may
find fuels containing 3% or more methanol
along with other alcohols called cosolvents.
Problems that result from using methanol/
gasoline are not the responsibility of the
manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate
made from methanol, it does not have the
negative effects of methanol.
ETHANOL
The manufacturer recommends that your
vehicle be operated on fuel containing no more
than 10% ethanol. Purchasing your fuel from a
reputable supplier may reduce the risk of
exceeding this 10% limit and/or of receiving
fuel with abnormal properties.
E-85 USAGE IN NON-FLEX FUEL
V
EHICLES
Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible
with gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
(E-15). Gasoline with higher ethanol content
may void the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with
E-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of
these symptoms:
Operate in a lean mode.
OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on.
Poor engine performance.
Poor cold start and cold drivability.
Increased risk for fuel system component
corrosion.
WARNING!
Do not use gasolines containing methanol.
Use of these blends may result in starting and
drivability problems and may damage critical
fuel system components.
CAUTION!
Use of fuel with ethanol content higher than
10% may result in engine malfunction,
starting and operating difficulties, and
materials degradation. These adverse effects
could result in permanent damage to your
vehicle.
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