Diesel fuel may foam when you fill your tank. This can
cause the automatic pump nozzle to shut off, even
though your tank is not full. If this happens, just wait for
the foaming to stop and then continue to fill your tank.
{CAUTION:
Heat coming from the engine may cause the fuel
to expand and force the fuel out of your tank. If
something ignites the fuel, a re could start and
people could be burned. To help avoid this, ll
your fuel tank only until the automatic nozzle
shuts off. Do not try to top it off.
What Fuel to Use in Canada
Canadian fuels are blended for seasonal changes. Diesel
Type “A” fuel is blended for better cold weather starting
(below 0°F or−18°C); however, you may notice some
power and fuel economy loss. If Type “A” fuel is used in
warmer temperatures, stalling and hard starting may
occur. Diesel Type “B” fuel is blended for temperatures
above 0°F (−18°C). The emission control system requires
the use of diesel fuel with low-sulfur (.05% by weight)
content. Both low- and higher-sulfur fuels will be available
in Canada. Only low-sulfur diesel fuels are available in
the United States. It is important that diesel-powered
trucks are refueled only with low-sulfur fuel. Use of
fuels with higher-sulfur content will affect the function
of the emission components and may cause reduced
performance, excessive smoke, and unpleasant odor.
At a minimum, the diesel fuel you use should meet
the latest version of specification CAN/CGSB-3.517
(Low Sulfur Diesel) in Canada. In addition, the Engine
Manufacturers Association (EMA) has identified
properties of an improved diesel fuel for better engine
performance and durability (FQP-1A). Diesel fuels
corresponding to the EMA description could provide
better starting, less noise, and better vehicle
performance. If there are questions about the
fuel you are using, contact your fuel supplier.
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