Adding fuel
The fuel filler cap (gas cap) is located behind the fuel filler door, on the left side of the vehicle. Open the fuel door and remove the fuel cap by turning it counter- clockwise.
NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door.
CAUTION!
Damage to the fuel system or emissions control
system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system.
A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the “Malfunc- tion Indicator Light (MIL)” to turn on.
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
Fuel Filler Cap
WARNING!
Never have any smoking materials lit in or near
the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled.
Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running.
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:
Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.
This is an indication that the gas cap is tightened properly. The MIL in the instrument cluster may turn on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled.
When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator will display in the EVIC telltale display area.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- formation. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started.
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