Kia Optima: Use of MTBE
Kia recommends avoiding fuels containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) in your vehicle.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may reduce vehicle performance and produce vapor lock or hard starting.
CAUTION
Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty may not cover damage to the fuel system and any performance problems that are caused by the use of fuels containing methanol or fuels containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.)
Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol
Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and ethanol (also known as grain alcohol), and
gasoline or gasohol containing methanol (also known as wood alcohol) are being marketed
along with or instead of leade ...
Do not use methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood alcohol) should not be used in your vehicle.
This type of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and damage components of the fuel
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See also:
Inspection
1.
Check the condenser fins for
clogging and damage. If clogged, clean them with water, and blow them with
compressed air. If bent, gently bend them using a screwdriver or pliers.
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Inspection
1.
Connect the GDS on the Data Link Connector (DLC).
2.
Measure the output voltage of the FTPS.
Specification:
Refer to "Specification"
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Injector. Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Coil Resistance (Ω)
1.25 [20°C(68°F)]
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