What kind of fuel does the Jeep Compass use?
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The Jeep Compass uses 92-octane gasoline. Consequences of using lower octane fuel: Using lower octane fuel may cause premature combustion, leading to engine knocking. Incomplete combustion can also increase carbon deposits, potentially clogging fuel lines and injectors. Additionally, it may result in fuel supply interruptions and engine stalling. Gasoline octane ratings: Gasoline grades are classified by octane ratings, which indicate the fuel's anti-knock properties. Higher octane numbers mean better anti-knock performance. The anti-knock capability depends on chemical composition - branched-chain alkanes, olefins, and aromatics typically have good anti-knock properties. Isooctane is assigned an octane value of 100 (excellent anti-knock), while n-heptane is 0 (poor anti-knock). Octane ratings are measured using specialized test engines. High-octane gasoline meets the requirements of high-compression engines. Higher compression ratios improve thermal efficiency and fuel economy.