1997 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 236

Some gasolines that not reformulatedfor low are emissions contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask your service station operator whethernot his fuel or contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines.I€fuels containing "T are used, spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicatorlamp on your instrument panel may turn on.If this occurs, return to your authorized Chevrolet dealerfor service. NOTICE: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contams methanol. Don't use it. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system also damage and plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn't be covered under your warranty. Fuels in Foreign Countries If you planon driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, proper fuel may be hard to find. Never the use leaded gasolineany other not recommended the or fuel in previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused use of by improper fuel wouldn't be covered by your a @ mn . To check onfuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business the in country where you'll be driving. To provide cleaner air, gasolines in the United States all are now required to contain additives that will help prevent depositsfrom 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 available in your area to be help clean thea r General Motors recommends that i. you use these gasolinesif they comply with the specifications described earlier. You can also write us at the following address for advice. Just tell us where you're going and give your (VIN). Vehicle Identification Number General Motors International Product Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, OntarioLlH 8P7 6-4