Express 1500 RWD V8-5.3L (2008)
To ensure quick starts in the wintertime, the E85 fuel must be formulated properly for your climate according to ASTM specification D 5798. If you
have trouble starting on E85, it could be because the E85 fuel is not properly formulated for your climate. If this happens, switching to gasoline or
adding gasoline to the fuel tank can improve starting. For good starting and heater efficiency below 32°F (0°C), the fuel mix in the fuel tank should
contain no more than 70% ethanol. It is best not to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85. If you do switch fuels, it is recommended that you
add as much fuel as possible -- do not add less than three gallons (11 L) when refueling. You should drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for
at least seven miles (11 km) to allow the vehicle to adapt to the change in ethanol concentration.
E85 has less energy per gallon than gasoline, so you will need to refill the fuel tank more often when using E85 than when you are using gasoline.
NOTICE: Some additives are not compatible with E85 fuel and can harm your vehicle's fuel system. Do not add anything to E85. Damage caused by
additives would not be covered by your new vehicle warranty.
NOTICE: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel
system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under your warranty.
FUELS IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES
If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any
other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by your warranty. To
check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you will be driving.
