Cadillac 2011 Cadillac DTS Owner's Manual

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Black plate (8,1)Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers andethanol, and reformulated gasolines might be availablein your area. We recommend that you use thesegasolines, if they comply with the specificationsdescribed earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) andother fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must notbe used in vehicles that were not designed for thosefuels.Notice: This vehicle was not designed for fuel thatcontains methanol. Do not use fuel containingmethanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuelsystem and also damage plastic and rubber parts.That damage would not be covered under thevehicle warranty.Some gasolines that are not reformulated for lowemissions can contain an octane-enhancing additivecalled methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl(MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasolinewhether the fuel contains MMT. We recommend againstthe use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT canreduce spark plug life and affect emission controlsystem performance. The malfunction indicator lampmight turn on. If this occurs, return to your dealer forservice.Fuels in Foreign CountriesNever use leaded gasoline or any other fuel notrecommended in the previous text on fuel. Costlyrepairs caused by use of improper fuel would not becovered by the vehicle warranty.To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club,or contact a major oil company that does business inthe country where you will be driving.6-8