2010 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 302

STARTING AND OPERATING 301 symptoms, try another brand of gasoline (with the ap- The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gasopropriate octane rating for your engine) before consider- lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will provide excellent performance and durability of engine and ing service for the vehicle. fuel system components. Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxydefine fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygenemissions, engine performance, and durability for your ates are required in some areas of the country during the vehicle. The manufacturer recommends the use of gaso- winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. lines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle. available. Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as "Reformulated Gasoline." Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates, and are specifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality. 5 CAUTION! For vehicles equipped with a 2.4L or 3.5L engine, DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system components.