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Question: Using an octane rated higher than your vehicle______.

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  1.  will increase your vehicle's value
  2.  gives it more power
  3.  will burn your cylinder heads
  4.  does not increase power

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4. does not increase power

Using an octane rated higher than your vehicle does not increase power.


Explanation:

Octane ratings are measures of fuel stability. These measurements are based on the pressure at which the fuel will automatically burn (auto-ignite) the test engine.

The higher the octane number, the more stable the fuel.

A common misconception is that high octane is equivalent to higher power.

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