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therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether
the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal
and California reformulated gasoline.
Materials Added To Fuel
All gasoline sold in the United States is required to
contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional
detergents or other additives is not needed under normal
conditions and they would result in additional cost.
Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the
fuel.
Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
performance:
•The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by Federal
law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine per-
formance and damage the emissions control sys-
tem.
•An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune
or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser-
vice. Contact your authorized dealer for service
assistance.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•The use of fuel additives, which are now being
sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended.
Most of these products contain high concentrations
of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor-
mance problems resulting from the use of such
fuels or additives is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer and may void or not be covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with the emissions control
system can result in civil penalties being assessed against
you.
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
•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.
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About Your Brakes........................239
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................241
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............328
Adding Fuel.............................282
Adding Washer Fluid......................323
Additives, Fuel...........................280
Adjustable Pedals.........................112
Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Advance Front Air Bag....................45
Air Bag Components.....................44
Air Bag Operation.......................48
Air Bag Warning Light....................67
Enhanced Accident Response................66
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................69
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
If A Deployment Occurs...................65
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................62
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............69
Transporting Pets........................81
Air Bag Deployment........................44
Air Bag Light.............................67
Air Bag Maintenance.......................69
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .318
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................321
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips..............204
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................321
Air Conditioning System....................321
Air Pressure, Tires.........................259
Alarm Light.............................148
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................17
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antenna................................195
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................328
Capacities............................357
Disposal..............................330
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................241
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................155
Appearance Care.........................336
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Fluid Capacities..........................357
Fluid Leaks..............................85
Fluid Level Checks
Brake................................333
Capacities............................357
Clutch Fluid...........................335
Cooling System.........................327
Engine Oil............................315
Manual Transmission....................335
Power Steering.........................236
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts...........358
Four-Way Hazard Flasher...................290
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................307
Fuel...................................277
Additives.............................280
Clean Air.............................278
Ethanol..............................278
Filler Door (Gas Cap)....................149
Gasoline..............................277
Gauge...............................149
Materials Added........................280
Methanol.............................278
Octane Rating..........................277
Requirements..........................277
Tank Capacity..........................357
Fuses..................................342
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)............120
Gasoline, Clean Air........................278
Gasoline (Fuel)...........................277
Gasoline, Reformulated.....................278
Gauges
Fuel.................................149
Speedometer..........................144
Tachometer............................148
General Information.......................196
Glass Cleaning...........................339
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