2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Owner Manual - Page 444

STARTING AND OPERATING 443 Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E85) and Gasoline Vehicles FFV vehicles operated on E85 require specially formulated engine oils. These special requirements are included in MOPAR௡ engine oils, and in equivalent oils meeting Chrysler Specification MS-6395. The manufacturer requires engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395. MS-6395 contains additional requirements, developed during extensive fleet testing, to provide additional protection to Chrysler Group LLC engines. Use MOPAR௡ or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-6395. NOTE: Use of the engine block heater (if equipped) is beneficial for E85 startability when the ambient temperature is less than 32°F (0°C). Cruising Range Because E85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel consumption. You can expect your miles per gallon (mpg)/miles per liter and your driving range to decrease by about 30%, compared to gasoline operation. Replacement Parts Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol comStarting The characteristics of E85 fuel make it unsuitable for use patible parts. when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the CAUTION! range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol a deterioration in driveability (sags and/or hesitations) compatible components can damage your vehicle. until the engine is fully warmed up. 5