Range Rover: Ethanol - Fuel and refuelling - Range Rover Owner's ManualRange Rover: Ethanol

NOTICE NOTICE

This vehicle is not suitable for use with fuels containing more than 10% ethanol. Do not use E85 fuels (85% ethanol content). Equipment necessary for the use of fuels containing more than 10% ethanol is not fitted to this vehicle. If E85 fuels are used, serious engine and fuel system damage will occur.

Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) may be used. Ensure that the fuel has octane ratings no lower than those recommended for unleaded fuel. Most drivers will not notice any operating difference with fuel containing ethanol. If a difference is detected, the use of conventional unleaded fuel should be resumed.

    Octane rating
    Premium unleaded gasoline with a Cost of Living Council (CLC) or Anti Knock Index (AKI) octane rating of 91 or higher should be used. NOTICE Even a very small amount of leaded fuel will damag ...

    Methanol
    NOTICE Wherever possible avoid using fuel containing methanol. Some fuels contain methanol (methyl or wood alcohol). If you use fuels containing methanol the fuels must also contain co-solven ...

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