1997 Oldsmobile Achieva Owner's Manual - Page 234

To provide cleaner air,all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits fromforming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel. In addition, gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to help clean theair. General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier. Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States orCanada, 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 ofimproper fuel wouldn't be covered by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact amajor oil company that does business in the country where you'll be driving. address for You can also write us at the following advice. Just tell us where you're going and give your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). General Motors International Product Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 NOTICE: Your vehicle was not designed fuel that for contains methanol. Don't use It can corrode it. metal parts in your system andalso damage fuel plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn't be covered under your warranty. 6-4