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8-1. Specifications
Fuel information
You must only use unleaded gaso-
line.
Select unleaded gasoline with a
Research Octane Number of 91 or
higher for optimum engine perfor-
mance.
Use of ethanol blended gasoline in a
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gasoline engine
Lexus allows the use of ethanol blended
gasoline where the ethanol content is up to
10%. Make sure that the ethanol blended
gasoline to be used has Research Octane
Number that follows the above.
If your engine knocks
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Consult your Lexus dealer.
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You may occasionally notice light knock-
ing for a short time while accelerating or
driving uphill. This is normal and there is
no need for concern.
NOTICE
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Notice on fuel quality
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Do not use improper fuels. If improper
fuels are used, the engine will be dam-
aged.
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Do not use gasoline with metallic addi-
tives, for example manganese, iron or
lead, otherwise it may cause damage
on your engine or emission control
system.
Do not add aftermarket fuel additives
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which contain metallic additives.
Do not use the methanol blended gas-
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oline such as M15, M85, M100.
The use of gasoline containing metha-
nol may cause engine damage or fail-
ure.
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