Morning all, As I see the rising fuel prices, a question arises...... can the 4.0 v6 in my 06 convertible drink the E-88 or E15? I'm pretty sure Flex-fuel is out of the question but what about the others? Maybe a flex-fuel blend? 1/3-2/3? 25%-75%? Thanks! Sent from my SM-N975U using Tapatalk
Thanks for the information...... what about E-15? According to the pump, its only 15% ethanol..... Sent from my SM-N975U using Tapatalk
If you run E15 consistently, the ECU will adjust the fuel trims accordingly. The OE calibrators assume that most gasoline is between 5-10% ethanol and the ECU has an adjustment range that it can compensate for so it compensates in the same manner that it will for gasoline with 0% Ethanol. As said before, you will see your mileage decrease.
That year is not certified to run E15. You can only run e10 or less legally. It may run fine on e15, but its not worth it.
E88 is only 15% ethanol, raising the octane to 88. NOT 88% ethanol. Most modern cars can use up to 15% ethanol.
I disagree, E85 is then what? 15% ethanol???? No, it's 85% ethanol in summer blend ( can be 70-85% depending on seasonal blend) Keep in mind I've been running a E85 car for 11 years....
I suspect the OP misstated it . . . if he's referencing Sheetz and other like gas stations, they now offer "88" octane fuel that is also E-15. The 88 part is not a reference to ethanol content.
Correct, I was referring to Sheetz here in south central pa...... It is labeled as e88 - but it is in fact 15% ethanol...... Is this somthing that I can run with damage to the fuel system / engine?
I'm really not concerned about the legality of it, I was inquiring about the possibility damage to my engine.
You are correct sir! My mistake. Sometimes the mind sees what it wants to. Its also come up in price in the last few days.....
