My wife just purchased a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS with the 2.4, 4 cylinder engine. Under the gas lid, it says premium fuel only. Is this a necessity, or would regular be adequate in this car?
Thanks
2007-03-18 22:24:45 · 4 answers · asked by Edward J 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Mitsubishi
regular is fine for a 2.4 liter, premium is only required in a v6 or greater.
2007-03-20 15:24:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you have to because the premium fuel ignites at a different level, so if you buy the cheaper fuel than you will clog your fuel injectors!
2007-03-18 22:34:43 · answer #2 · answered by andrephoenix 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no i have always used 87 octane in my 01 - have put 140 k on it with no engine problems - still gets 30 mpg
2007-03-20 13:22:13 · answer #3 · answered by wade b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's always best to go with what the manufacturer recommends.
2007-03-19 14:08:28 · answer #4 · answered by mitsugirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋