Aviator Fuel Question
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Aviator Fuel Question
A friend of mine just bought a 2005 Aviator. He mentioned that the manual suggested the use of premium gas. Given that it is essentially a rebadged Explorer, why would it need premium gas if it has the same engine?
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If this is like the Expedition (with SOHC 5.4L) v Navigator (with DOHC 5.4L), the Lincoln version will have a higer tuned engine that requires the use of said fuel grade.
The Aviator does indeed have a DOHC 4.6L, which makes me feel better about my theory...
http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/jo...&model=Aviator
The Aviator does indeed have a DOHC 4.6L, which makes me feel better about my theory...
http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/jo...&model=Aviator
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The Aviator has the 32 valve DOHC motor that was used in the Marauder and the 02 Cobra. it is a premium fuel motor. Do not be foolish and try to save 20 cents a gallon that could jepardize a very expensive engine.
It is not the 4.6 sohc that was in the Explorer, the panthers or the pre 05 mustang gt's
It is not the 4.6 sohc that was in the Explorer, the panthers or the pre 05 mustang gt's
