Re: [DML] Fuel octane

[Mark Noeltner <mark@xxxx>]

I use regular here in the States. Since you mentioned the price for a
liter, I'm assuming you live in Canada or somewhere overseas.

Here is the exact quote from the owner's manual:
"Fuel Requirements
USA
Your vehicle is designed to operate at factory specifications on UNLEADED
GASOLINE only of at least 87 anti-knock index (R+M/2) (91 research octane
number)."

So, since the USA uses the R+M/2 method to determine the octane rating,
here we use 87 octane. If you live somewhere that uses Research Octane,
then it needs 91. Look on the pump in your area to see which method is
used, and use the appropriate number.

Note: If you live at high altitude (usually above about 3000 feet) the
octane rating will be lower to allow easier firing in the thinner
atmosphere. Here in Salt Lake City (4500 feet), the octane ratings are 85
for regular, and 87 and 89 for mid and premium. My cars all run fine on the
85 since they all specify regular grade gas.

Also, if your car has had a turbo or supercharger added, then ignore all
this and run premium to avoid pinging.

Mark Noeltner
VIN 6820

At 06:32 PM 3/18/2003 -0000, you wrote:
>Hi my first post. The question is can I use regular gas instead of 
>premium gas. With premium at $1 per liter it is most expensive. Has 
>anyone tryed it and were any adjustments made?
>Thanks Vic
>Vin 1794