1998 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 258

To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in United States the are now required to 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 not have to add anything to the fuel. 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. Fuels in Foreign Countries If you planon driving in another country outsidethe United States or Canada, the properfuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline any other fuel not or recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper wouldn't be covered by fuel your warranty. 1 NOTICE: ~ ~~~ Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Don't use it. It can corrode metal partsin your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn't be covered under your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you'll be driving. You can also write us the following address for at advice. Just tell us where you're going and give your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 6-5