Starting, Cruising range, Replacement parts – Dodge 2011 Challenger - Owner Manual User Manual

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Starting
The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use

when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the

range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an

increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and

a deterioration in driveability (sags and/or hesitations)

until the engine is fully warmed up.
NOTE:

Use of the engine block heater (if equipped) is

beneficial for E-85 startability when the ambient tempera-

ture is less than 32°F (0°C).

Cruising Range
Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter

than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel

consumption. You can expect your miles per gallon

(mpg)/miles per liter and your driving range to decrease

by about 30%, compared to gasoline operation.

Replacement Parts
Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are

designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure

that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com-

patible parts.

CAUTION!

Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol
compatible components can damage your vehicle.

Maintenance
If you operate the vehicle using E-85 fuel, follow the

maintenance schedule section of this manual.

CAUTION!

Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your
vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and
may affect driveability.

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