fuel additives JEEP RENEGADE 2016 1.G Owners Manual

MMT In Gasoline
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT)
is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline
blended with MMT provides no performance advantage
beyond gasoline of the same octane number without
MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug
life and reduces emissions system performance in some
vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline
without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content
of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump,
therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether
the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal
and California reformulated gasoline.
Materials Added To Fuel
Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane
rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and
stability additives are recommended. Using gasolines
that have these additives will help improve fuel
economy, reduce emissions, and maintain vehicle perfor-
mance. Designated TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline con-
tains a higher level of detergents to further aide in
minimizing engine and fuel system deposits. When avail-
able the usage of Top Tier Detergent gasoline is recom-
mended. Visit www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP TIER
Detergent Gasoline Retailers.
Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents should
be avoided. Many of these materials intended for gum
and varnish removal may contain active solvents or
similar ingredients. These can harm fuel system gasket
and diaphragm materials.
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Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
performance:
•The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by Federal
law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine per-
formance and damage the emissions control sys-
tem.
•An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune
or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser-
vice. Contact your authorized dealer for service
assistance.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•The use of fuel additives, which are now being
sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended.
Most of these products contain high concentrations
of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor-
mance problems resulting from the use of such
fuels or additives is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer and may void or not be covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with the emissions control
system can result in civil penalties being assessed against
you.
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About Your Brakes........................239
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................241
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............549
Adding Fuel.............................405
Adding Washer Fluid......................545
Additives, Fuel...........................403
AirBag ................................274
Advance Front Air Bag................274, 276
Air Bag Operation.......................277
Air Bag Warning Light...................287
Driver Knee Air Bag.....................279
Event Data Recorder (EDR)................290
FrontAirBag ..........................274
If A Deployment Occurs..................284
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................278
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............289
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light...........289
Side Air Bags..........................279
Transporting Pets.......................312Air Bag Deployment.......................274
Air Bag Light.....................187, 287, 314
Air Bag Maintenance.......................289
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter). . . .539
Air Conditioner Maintenance..........122, 135, 540
Air Conditioning......................119,132
Air Conditioning Controls...................119
Air Conditioning Filter.....................541
Air Conditioning Refrigerant..............540, 541
Air Conditioning System.................119,540
Air Pressure, Tires.........................580
Air Recirculation......................122, 131
Alarm
Arm The System........................52
Alarm (Security Alarm)..................51, 190
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................51
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...............548, 600
Disposal
..............................551
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Jump Starting..........................499
Oil ...........................535, 600, 601
Oil Filler Cap..........................537
Oil Filter.............................538
Oil Selection.......................537, 600
Overheating...........................506
Starting..............................321
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................537
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................537
Ethanol................................402
Event Data Recorder.......................290
Exhaust Gas Caution...................313, 405
Exhaust System.......................313, 545
Exterior Lighting..........................97
Exterior Lights.........................97, 316
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................539
Air Conditioning.......................541Engine Oil.........................538, 601
Engine Oil Disposal.....................538
Flashers
Hazard Warning........................435
Turn Signal.....................101, 211, 316
Flash-To-Pass............................100
Flooded Engine Starting....................322
Floor Console............................171
Fluid, Brake.............................602
Fluid Capacities..........................600
Fluid Leaks.............................316
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts...........601
Fog Lights...............................99
Forward Collision Warning..................360
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................512
Fuel...................................400
Adding..............................405
Additives.............................403
Clean Air.............................401
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