90 GENERAL INFORMATION
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NOTICE
If engine “knocking” or “ping-
ing” occurs, use a different
brand of gasoline of a higher
octane rating. If this condition is
allowed to continue it can lead
to severe engine damage. Gaso-
line quality is important. Fuels
of low quality or not meeting
standard industry specifications
may result in unsatisfactory per-
formance. Operating problems
that result from the use of poor
quality or nonrecommended fuel
may not be covered under your
warranty.
NOTICE
Avoid using blends of unleaded
gasoline and methanol (wood al-
cohol) whenever possible, and
never use “gasohol” containing
more than 5% methanol.
Fuel system damage and perfor-
mance problems may result.
NOTE
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Other oxygenates approved for use
in unleaded gasoline include TAME
(up to 16.7%) and ETBE (up to
17.2%). Fuel containing these oxy-
genates can also b e used in your
Kawasaki.