How Do You Use Ultra-Low Sulfur Highway Diesel Fuel?
On June 1, 2006, a law went into effect in the United States requiring all diesel-powered 2007 model cars and beyond to use only ultra-low sulfur highway diesel. This law was meant to reduce the air pollution produced by traditional diesel fuels that contained sulfur in amounts of up to 500 parts per million. The new ultra-low sulfur highway diesel fuel only has a sulfur content of fifteen parts per million. Older diesel cars are permitted to use low sulfur diesel until 2010. After that, only ultra-low sulfur diesel will be available in the United States. Step 1 Find a filling station that offers ultra-low sulfur highway diesel fuel. During the transition period up until 2010, not every station may carry this fuel. You may need to call around to different stations in your community before you find one that has what you need. Step 2 Keep your car’s engine clean and in good working order. Regular tune-ups and oil changes will help improve the mechanical performance of your car and provid
