Dodge Avenger: Flexible fuel (2.7L ONLY) — if equipped
E85 General Information
The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel vehiclesonly. These vehicles can be identified by a uniquefuel filler door label that states Ethanol (E85) or UnleadedGasoline Only. This section only covers thosesubjects that are unique to these vehicles. Please refer tothe other sections of this manual for information onfeatures that are common between Flexible Fuel andgasoline-only powered vehicles.
NOTE: The 2.7L engine is now rated for E85 Ethanoluse (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA EMISSION STATES). Onlyvehicles with the E85 fuel filler door label can operate onE85.
E85 Fuel Cap
CAUTION:
Only vehicles with the E85 fuel filler door label canoperate on E85.
E85 Badge
Ethanol Fuel (E85)
E85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and15% unleaded gasoline.
WARNING:
Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and couldcause serious personal injury. Never have any smokingmaterials lit in or near the vehicle when removingthe fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling thetank. Do not use E85 as a cleaning agent and neveruse it near an open flame.
Fuel Requirements
If your vehicle is E85 compatible, it will operate onunleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87, or E85fuel, or any mixture of these two fuels.
For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternatingbetween E85 and unleaded gasoline is recommended.
When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that:
• you do not add less than 5 gal (19 L) when refueling.
• you drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for atleast 5 miles (8 km).
Observing these precautions will avoid possible hardstarting and/or significant deterioration in driveabilityduring warm up.
NOTE:
• Use seasonally adjusted E85 fuel (ASTM D5798). Withnon-seasonally adjusted E85 fuel, you may experiencehard starting and rough idle following start up even ifthe above recommendations are followed, especiallywhen the ambient temperature is below 32°F (0°C).
• Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fullycompatible with E85 and may form deposits in yourengine. To eliminate driveability issues that may becaused by these deposits, a supplemental gasolineadditive, such as MOPAR Injector Cleanup orTechron may be used.
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles(E85) and Gasoline Vehicles
FFV vehicles operated on E85 require specially formulatedengine oils. These special requirements are includedin MOPAR engine oils, and in equivalent oils meetingChrysler Specification MS-6395. The manufacturer onlyrecommends engine oils that are API Certified and meetthe requirements of Material Standard MS-6395. MS-6395contains additional requirements, developed during extensivefleet testing, to provide additional protection toChrysler Group LLC engines. Use MOPAR or anequivalent oil meeting the specification MS-6395.
Starting
The characteristics of E85 fuel make it unsuitable for usewhen ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In therange of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience anincrease in the time it takes for your engine to start, anda deterioration in driveability (sags and/or hesitations)until the engine is fully warmed up.
NOTE: Use of the engine block heater (if equipped) isbeneficial for E85 startability when the ambient temperatureis less than 32°F (0°C).
Cruising Range
Because E85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/literthan gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuelconsumption. You can expect your miles per gallon(mpg)/miles per liter and your driving range to decreaseby about 30%, compared to gasoline operation.
Replacement Parts
Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) aredesigned to be compatible with ethanol. Always be surethat your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol compatibleparts.
CAUTION:
Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanolcompatible components can damage your vehicle.
Maintenance
If you operate the vehicle using E85 fuel, follow themaintenance schedule section of this manual.
CAUTION:
Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in yourvehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting andmay affect driveability.
Fuel requirements
2.4L and 2.7L Engine
All engines are designed to meet all
emissionregulations and provide excellent fueleconomy and performance when usinghigh
quality unleaded “regular” gasolinehaving an oct ...
Adding fuel
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rearquarter panel of
the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost ordamaged, be sure the replacement cap is for
use with t ...
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Starting Procedure (Key Access)
1. With your foot off the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to
START. When the engine starts,
let go of the ignition.
The idle speed will go down as
your engine gets warm. Do not
rac ...
Brake fluid
WARNING
Over a period of time, the brake fluid absorbs
moisture from the air; this lowers its boiling
point.
If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low,
vapor pockets may form in t ...
Jack and tools
The jack, jack handle, and wheel lug nut wrench are stored in the luggage compartment.
Pull up the luggage box cover to reach this equipment.
(1) Jack handle
(2) Jack
(3) Wheel lug nut wrench
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