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• the specific FAME service intervals and
maintenance intervals apply. These are shorter
than the normal intervals. Contact your Volvo
workshop for complete information concerning
care, maintenance and guarantees when using
FAME.
• can fuel consumption increase somewhat.
• can engine power be reduced somewhat.
• fuel consumption data is not shown in the driver's
display or Dynafleet correctly, since calculations
are based on use of ordinary diesel fuel.
• the vehicle can smell different and some smoke can
be emitted at start up.
Cold weather characteristics for FAME are not good.
The high viscosity at low temperatures can increase
the risk for damage to the fuel injection system or that
the fuel filter is blocked. Using a fuel heater can
improve the characteristics somewhat. During cold
weather conditions it is therefore recommended to
contact the supplier of FAME concerning the
temperature recommendations that apply. With
problems starting during the winter, use normal diesel
fuel.
Think of the following when using FAME:
• Regular checks of the oil level are necessary since
the oil can be diluted with unburnt fuel.
• FAME has certain solvent properties and e.g.
dissolves dirt and deposits in the tank. If the vehicle
has previously been run on diesel or if one suspects
that the tank can contain dirt or deposits, then a
number of fuel filter replacements are
recommended. The tank may also need to be
cleaned out. Contact your Volvo Workshop for
more detailed information.
• FAME is more sensitive for bacteria and water
contaminants than diesel fuel. Specific conditions
therefore apply to storage of FAME, contact your
fuel supplier for instructions.
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