Volvo 2003 V70 Operations Instructions download pdf (Page 126)

2003 VOLVO V70

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing "oxygenates" which are usually alcohols or ethers. In some

areas, state or local laws require that the service pump be marked indicating use of alcohols or ethers.

However, there are areas in which the pumps are unmarked. If you are not sure whether there is alcohol

or ethers in the gasoline you buy, check with the service station operator. To meet seasonal air quality

standards, some areas require the use of "oxygenated" fuel.

Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygenated fuels; however, the octane ratings listed on this page

must still be met.

Alcohol - Ethanol: Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol by volume may be used. Ethanol may also be

referred to as Ethyl alcohol, or "Gasohol".

Ethers - MTBE: Fuels containing up to 15% MTBE may be used.

CAUTION! Do not use gasolines containing methanol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practice

can result in vehicle performance deterioration and can damage critical parts in the fuel system. Such

damage may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

pg. 85 Fuel requirements

Carbon Monoxide - Important Warning

Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless, and odorless gas. It is present in all exhaust gases. If you

ever smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, make sure the passenger compartment is ventilated, and

immediately return the vehicle to your retailer for correction.

Fuel Formulations

Do not use gasoline that contains lead as a knock inhibitor, and do not use lead additives. Besides

damaging the exhaust emission control systems on your car, lead has been strongly linked to certain

forms of cancer.

Many fuels contain benzene as a solvent. Unburned benzene has been strongly linked to certain forms of

cancer. If you live in an area where you must fill your own gas tank, take precautions. These may

include:

● standing upwind away from the filler nozzle while refueling

● refueling only at gas stations with vapor recovery systems that fully seal the mouth of the filler neck

during refueling

● wear neoprene gloves while handling a fuel filler nozzle.

Use of Additives

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