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CAUTION
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Always use only a low-sulfur diesel fuel (50 ppm or lower sulfur content) or
super-low-sulfur diesel fuel (10 ppm or lower sulfur content). The use of a poor-
quality diesel fuel, mixing such an additive as water remover to the fuel in the
tank, or filling the tank with gasoline, kerosene or an alcohol-based fuel or its
mixture with a diesel fuel will badly affect the fuel filter and result in lubrication
problems in fuel-lubricated components of the injectors. In addition, this practice
can also impair the operation of the engine and the diesel particulate defuser
(DPD), the exhaust emission cleaning system, possibly leading to breakdown
of the engine-related systems. If an incorrect fuel should accidentally be added,
drain all fuel from the system. Failure to observe this precaution can result in
the outbreak of fire or permanent damage when the engine is started.
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The use of any fuel other than a low-sulfur or super-low-sulfur diesel fuel in a
DPD-equipped vehicle may violate the relevant regulations enforced in certain
countries or regions.
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Open the fuel tank filler cap slowly. If you open it quickly, fuel may spurt out.
If you drive to a cold region in winter while using diesel fuel for warmer regions
that freezes at a relatively high temperature, the fuel may freeze. As the ambient
temperature decreases, the fuel in the fuel tank and pipes may freeze like slush,
making the engine hard to start.
NOTE
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The specifications of diesel fuel differ according to the season and region.
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When driving to a cold region, put just enough fuel to reach the destination in
the tank. As soon as you reach the cold region, fill the tank with fuel that has a
low freezing temperature.
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When taking the vehicle to a cold region on a ferry, board the ferry with only a
minimal amount of fuel in the tank and then, after reaching the cold region, fill
the tank with fuel that has a low freezing temperature.
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