1996 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 252

In Canada, some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called MMT. If you use such fuels, your emission control systemperformance may deteriorate and the malfunctionindicator lamp on your instrument panel may turnon. If this happens, return toyour authorized Buick dealer for service. To provide cleaner air, all gasolines are now requiredto contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly. Therefore, you should nothave to add anything to thefuel. In addition, gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to help clean the air. General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier. If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hardto find. Never use leadedgasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text fuel. Costly repairs on caused by use of improper fuel wouldn't be covered by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask anauto club, or contact a major oil company thatdoes business in the country where you'll be driving. You can also write us at the following address for advice. Just tell us where you're going and give your Vehicle Identification Number(VIN). General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation North American Export Sales (NAES) 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 I NOTICE: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Don't use it. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn't be covered under your warranty. 6-4