1990 Johnson Evinrude 120 thru 140, 185 thru 225, 300 HP, P/N 507875, Page 28Get this manual
Fuel Requirements Minimum Octane Models 125RW 120, 125ES, 140; 200STL, TX, CX; 225; V8 200WTP Recommendation See fuel classifications below See fuel classifications below See fuel classifications below (R+M)2 "AKI" 67 87 75 "RON" 69 90 80
Preferred Fuel: Any regular unleaded, regular leaded, or premium unleaded gasoline having the extended with alcohol is the preferred fuelrecommended octane rating and not Acceptable Fuel: Any of the above gasolines with up to 10 alcohol by volume: 10 ETHANOL METHANOL with cosolvents Unacceptable Fuel: Do not use any regular unleaded, regular leaded, or premium unleaded gasoline having more than 10 ETHANOL Or more than METHANOL even if it contains cosolvents or corrosion inhibitor, regardless of octane ratingOMC products have been designed to operate using the Preferred Fuel or Acceptable Fuel; however, be aware of the following: The boat fuel system may be different regarding use of alcohol fuelsRefer to boat owner's manual Alcohol attracts and holds moisture which may cause corrosion of metallic parts of the fuel system All parts of the fuel system should be inspected frequently and replaced if signs of deterioration or fuel leakage are foundInspect at least annually Alcohol extended fuels can cause engine performance problems&