Hi all.
I have just purchased a Hyundai I30 diesel in Sydney (June 2008). For the benefit of others wondering about Hyundai's policy on biodiesel the following is exactly from the I30 manual. Please note that this manual is not exclusive to Australia. I hope it helps potential purchasers make decisions about Hyundais, but it is not published here to create debate.
Diesel engine
A020201 AUN-EA
Diesel engine must be operated only on commercially available diesel fuel that complies with EN 590 or comparable standard. (EN stands for "European Norm"). Do not use marine diesel fuel, heating oils, or non-approved fuel additives, as this will increase wear and cause damage to the engine and fuel system. The use of non-approved fuels and/or fuel additives will result in a limitation of your warranty rights.
Diesel fuel of 52 to 54 cetane is used in your vehicle. If two types of diesel fuel are available, use summer or winter fuel properly according to the following temperature conditions.
Above -5 deg C (23 deg F) Summer type diesel fuel
Below -5 deg C (23 deg F) Winter type diesel fuel
Watch the fuel level in the tank very carefully: if the engine stops through fuel failure, the circuits must be completely purged to permit restarting.
Biodiesel
Commercially supplied biodiesel blends of no more than 5% biodiesel, commonly known as "B5 biodiesel" may be used in your vehicle if it meets EN 14214 or equivalent specifications. (EN stands for "European Norm"). The use of biofuels made from rapeseed methyl ester (RME), fatty acid methyl ester (FAME), vegetable oil methyl ester (VME) etc or mixing diesel with biodiesel will cause increased wear or damage to the engine and fuel system. Repair or replacement of worn or damaged components due to the use of non approved fuels will not be covered by the manufactures (sic) warranty.
Caution
Never use any fuel, whether diesel or B5 biodiesel that fails to meet the latest petroleum industry specification.
Never use any fuel additives or treatments that are not recommended or approved by the vehicle manufacturer.
I have just purchased a Hyundai I30 diesel in Sydney (June 2008). For the benefit of others wondering about Hyundai's policy on biodiesel the following is exactly from the I30 manual. Please note that this manual is not exclusive to Australia. I hope it helps potential purchasers make decisions about Hyundais, but it is not published here to create debate.
Diesel engine
A020201 AUN-EA
Diesel engine must be operated only on commercially available diesel fuel that complies with EN 590 or comparable standard. (EN stands for "European Norm"). Do not use marine diesel fuel, heating oils, or non-approved fuel additives, as this will increase wear and cause damage to the engine and fuel system. The use of non-approved fuels and/or fuel additives will result in a limitation of your warranty rights.
Diesel fuel of 52 to 54 cetane is used in your vehicle. If two types of diesel fuel are available, use summer or winter fuel properly according to the following temperature conditions.
Above -5 deg C (23 deg F) Summer type diesel fuel
Below -5 deg C (23 deg F) Winter type diesel fuel
Watch the fuel level in the tank very carefully: if the engine stops through fuel failure, the circuits must be completely purged to permit restarting.
Biodiesel
Commercially supplied biodiesel blends of no more than 5% biodiesel, commonly known as "B5 biodiesel" may be used in your vehicle if it meets EN 14214 or equivalent specifications. (EN stands for "European Norm"). The use of biofuels made from rapeseed methyl ester (RME), fatty acid methyl ester (FAME), vegetable oil methyl ester (VME) etc or mixing diesel with biodiesel will cause increased wear or damage to the engine and fuel system. Repair or replacement of worn or damaged components due to the use of non approved fuels will not be covered by the manufactures (sic) warranty.
Caution
Never use any fuel, whether diesel or B5 biodiesel that fails to meet the latest petroleum industry specification.
Never use any fuel additives or treatments that are not recommended or approved by the vehicle manufacturer.
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