Lexus ES-300 2001 Manual page 423

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ENGINE
Gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contain an octane enhancing
additive called MMT (Methylcyclopentadienyl
Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline that
contains MMT. If fuel containing MMT is used, your
emission control system may be adversely affected.
The Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the instrument
cluster may come on. If this happens, contact your
Lexus dealer for service.
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Gasoline quality
In a very few cases, you may experience driveability
problems caused by the particular gasoline that you are
using. If you continue to have unacceptable driveability,
try changing gasoline brands. If this does not rectify your
problem, then consult your Lexus dealer.
NOTICE
D Do not use gasohol other than stated above. It
will cause fuel system damage or vehicle
performance problems.
D If drivability problems are encountered (poor
hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock, etc.),
discontinue its use.
D Take care not to spill gasohol during refueling.
Gasohol may cause paint damage.
Fuel tank capacity
70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 lmp. gal.)

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