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E-85 usage in non-flex fuel vehicles – Dodge 2015 Journey - Owner Manual User Manual

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CAUTION!

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emissions to exceed the applicable standard, and/or
cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light” to illumi-
nate. Please observe pump labels as they should
clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater than
10% ethanol.

Problems that result from using gasoline containing

Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol

are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may

void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited

Warranty.

E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso-

line containing up to 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with

higher ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Lim-

ited Warranty.

If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85

fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms:

• Operate in a lean mode.
• OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on.
• Poor engine performance.
• Poor cold start and cold drivability.
• Increased risk for fuel system component corrosion.
To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with

E-85 perform the following:

• Drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer).
• Change the engine oil and oil filter.
• Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the

engine controller memory.

More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged

exposure to E-85 fuel.

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