2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Owner's Manual - Page 14

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 2 FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS B010A01CM-AAT B010C01A-AAT Use Unleaded Gasoline UNLEADED FUEL ONLY ! Use of MTBE WARNING: Hyundai recommends that fuels containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) should not be used in your Hyundai. Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may reduce vehicle performance and produce vapor lock or hard starting. B010D01A-AAT o Do not "top off" after the nozzle automatically shuts off when refueling. o Tighten the cap until it clicks, other" light will illuminate. wise the " o Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident. Do Not Use Methanol OCM051001R B010B01A-AAT Unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Rating of 87(Research Octane Number 91) or Higher must be used. For improved vehicle Performance, premium unleaded gasoline with Pump Octane Rating of 91(RON 95) or higher is recommended. What About Gasohol? Gasohol (a mixture of 90% unleaded gasoline and 10% ethanol or grain alcohol) may be used in your Hyundai. However, if your engine develops driveability problems, the use of 100% unleaded gasoline is recommended. Fuels with unspecified quantities of alcohol, or alcohols other than ethanol, should not be used. Fuels containing methanol (wood alcohol) should not be used in your Hyundai. This type of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and damage components of the fuel system. ! CAUTION: Your Hyundai's 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 or fuels containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.)