2012 Chrysler 200 Owner Manual - Page 363
2012 Chrysler 200 Manual
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STARTING AND OPERATING 361 as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gasoence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will provide excellent performance and durability of engine and before considering service for the vehicle. fuel system components. Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxynecessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recom- may be used in your vehicle. mends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC speciCAUTION! fications if they are available. Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as "Reformulated Gasoline." Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are specifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality. DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems, damage critical fuel system components, cause emissions to exceed the applicable standard, and/or cause the "Malfunction Indicator Light" to illuminate. Pump labels should clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater than 10% Ethanol. 5