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Fuel specifications – Ram Trucks 2015 Chassis Cab Commercial - Diesel Supplement User Manual

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CAUTION!

If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO
NOT START engine before you drain the water from
the fuel filter(s) to avoid engine damage. Refer to
“Maintenance Procedures/Draining Fuel/Water Sepa-
rator Filter” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.

Fuel Specifications

The Cummins® diesel engine has been developed to take

advantage of the high energy content and generally

lower cost No. 2 Ultra Low Sulfur diesel fuel or No. 2

Ultra Low Sulfur climatized diesel fuels. Experience has

shown that it also operates on No. 1 Ultra Low Sulfur

diesel fuels or other fuels within specification.

NOTE:

• If you accidentally fill the fuel tank with gasoline on

your diesel vehicle, Do not start the vehicle. If you

restart your vehicle you risk damaging the engine and

fuel system. Please call your local dealer for service.

• A maximum blend of 5% biodiesel meeting ASTM

specification D-975 may be used with your Cummins®

diesel engine. (Chassis Cab models not configured

with B20 capability.)

• A maximum blend of 20% biodiesel meeting ASTM

specification D-7467 may be used with your Cum-

mins® diesel engine. (Pickup models and Chassis Cab

models configured with B20 Capability.)

• In addition, commercially available fuel additives are

not necessary for the proper operation of your Cum-

mins® diesel engine. However, if seasonably adjusted

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