Fuel

1993 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon RWD V6-262 4.3LSECTION Fuel



ALCOHOL FUEL TYPES:

Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether (MTBE):
Fuel containing Methyl Tertiary-butyl Ether (MTBE) may be used, providing there is no more than 15% alcohol by volume.

Ethanol:
Fuel containing ethanol (ethyl) or grain alcohol may be used, providing there is no more than 10% ethanol alcohol by volume.

Methanol:
Fuel containing methanol (methyl) or wood alcohol may be used, providing there is no more than 5% methanol by volume. Use of fuel (gasohol) that contains more than 5% methanol can corrode metal fuel system components and damage plastic and rubber parts.

GASOLINE:
Unleaded gasoline must be used. Minimum octane rating: 87 [(R+M)/2]


RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.