Luke_Wilbur Posted May 21, 2006 Report Share Posted May 21, 2006 E85 is the term for motor fuel blends of 85 percent ethanol and just 15 percent gasoline. E85 is an alternative fuel as defined by the U.S. Department of Energy. Besides its superior performance characteristics, ethanol burns cleaner than gasoline; it is a completely renewable, domestic, environmentally friendly fuel that enhances the nation's economy and energy independence. The Energy Policy Act of 1992 also recognizes E85 as an alternative fuel. In order to operate on E85, vehicles need to be compatible with alcohol use. The conversion cost to make FFVs compatible with E85 typically includes upgrades to the fuel system components, the addition of a fuel sensor, and reprogramming the EPOM (computer chip) in the ECM/PCM (electronic control module/power train control module). Click below to find out if your vehicle is E85 compatible. http://www.e85fuel.com/e85101/flexfuelvehicles.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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