⚠️ Stellantis Position (Mopar)
"Warranties do not cover damage caused by contaminated fuels, or the use of fuels other than those recommended in your Owners Manual"
Stellantis (Mopar / TechAuthority service information) prescribes fuel tank removal and fuel pump access panel removal as the procedures for accessing fuel tank contents. Filler neck extraction is not a manufacturer-documented procedure.
About Stellantis
Stellantis N.V. was formed in 2021 through the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Groupe PSA. Headquartered in Amsterdam, it is the world's fourth-largest automaker with 14 automotive brands.
Brand Portfolio
| Origin | Brands |
|---|---|
| American (ex-FCA) | Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, Jeep |
| French (ex-PSA) | Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles |
| German (ex-PSA) | Opel, Vauxhall |
| Italian (ex-FCA) | Fiat, Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, Maserati |
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American Brands
Not sold new in the US: Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles, Opel, Vauxhall, and Lancia. Listed in the group portfolio for reference only.
Italian Brands
Stellantis/Mopar Service Procedure
"Fuel Tank - Removal
- Release fuel system pressure
- Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable
- Drain fuel tank into approved container
- Raise vehicle on hoist
- Disconnect fuel lines at tank
- Support tank and remove mounting straps
- Lower tank carefully"
"Fuel System Draining (PSA Procedure)
Before any fuel system work:
- Ensure adequate ventilation
- Switch off ignition
- Disconnect battery
- Use approved fuel recovery equipment
- Access fuel via pump module or tank removal"
Popular Stellantis Models in the US
Ram
Jeep
Dodge & Chrysler
Fiat
Alfa Romeo
⚠️ Cummins & EcoDiesel — High Misfuel Risk
US Stellantis diesel pickups and SUVs (Ram 2500/3500 Cummins, Ram 1500 EcoDiesel, Jeep EcoDiesel) use high-pressure common rail fuel systems. These are particularly sensitive to gasoline contamination:
- Do NOT start the engine if wrong fuel is suspected
- Priming pump may activate with ignition
- Full tank removal and system flush typically required
- Fuel injectors may require replacement if contaminated fuel circulated
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