Refueling the vehicle
The fuel filler is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle behind the fuel door. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
Fuel Filler
Note:
The driver's side sliding door cannot be opened while the fuel door is open. This feature operates only when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the fuel door.
CAUTION:
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Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap. A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” to turn on, due to fuel vapors escaping from the system.
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To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling.
WARNING:
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Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled.
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Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regulations and may cause the MIL to turn on.
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A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling.
Note:
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When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
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Tighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is properly tightened.
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If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL may come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled.
LOOSE FUEL FILLER CAP MESSAGE
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a ”gASCAP” message will display in the odometer or a “Check Gascap” message will display in the instrument cluster. If this occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the MIL.
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