Chevrolet Cruze Owners Manual: Recommended Fuel
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark knock, might be heard when driving.
If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher, the engine needs service.
Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, as well as reformulated gasolines are available in some cities. If these gasolines comply with the previousely described specification, then they are acceptable to use.
However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 15% ethanol must be used only in flex fuel vehicles.
CAUTION
Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts.
That damage would not be covered under the vehicle warranty.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions can contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use gasolines with MMT as they can reduce spark plug life and affect emission control system performance. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, see your dealer for service.
Fuel
Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of
this vehicle. To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance,
we recommend the use of gasoline ...
Gasoline Specifications
At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814. Some gasolines
contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT). We recommend against th ...
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Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Note: The use of a LOW PROFILE LIFT ARMS SYSTEM may be required to
avoid unwanted contact with the vehicle's body and structure
depending on lifting equipment used. Refer to the manufacture's recommendation
for their applications of low profile lift arms system for
their lifting equipment.
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Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The
system check includes the airbag sensor(s), passenger sensing system, the pretensioners,
the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
The airbag readiness light comes on for several ...
Starting the Engine
Place the transmission in the proper gear.
Notice: If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change
the way the engine operates. Any resulting damage would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Automatic Transmission
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The engine wi ...
