Thread: does it REALLY need 89 octane?
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Old 09-25-2008, 04:31 PM
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Default RE: does it REALLY need 89 octane?
The knock sensor will cut timing as it detects knock. So it will run on 87 but your performance will be less than optimal. Manufacturer suggests 89 as the ideal octain. 87 will work but performance will be less.
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