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At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States or CAN/CGSB-3.5 or 3.511 in Canada.

Some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT. See Fuel Additives for additional information.

    Recommended Fuel
    Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark knock, might be hear ...

    California Fuel Requirements
    If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. If this ...

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    Cruise Control Light
    This light is white whenever the cruise control is set and turns green when the cruise control is active. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control for mo ...

    S mode
    ●When the shift range is “4” or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+” sets the shift range to “6”. ●To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatical ...