If your engine overheats
The vehicle is equipped with a refueling funnel for a Cap-Less Fuel System, which is located with the jack and tools Jack And Tools Location. If refueling is necessary, while using an approved gas can, please insert the refueling funnel into the filler neck opening.
Note:
In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push around the perimeter of the fuel door to break the ice buildup and re-release the fuel door by pushing on the rear outer edge near the center to unlatch. Do not pry on the door. In the case of a power loss to the vehicle Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release.
Refueling Funnel
CAUTION:
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling.
Emergency Gas Can Refueling
Most gas cans will not open the flapper doors. A funnel is provided to allow emergency refueling with a gas can.
See the following steps for refueling:
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Retrieve funnel from the rear cargo storage area.
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Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel nozzle.
Inserting Funnel
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Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper doors open.
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Pour fuel into funnel opening.
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Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to putting back in the spare tire storage area.
Warning:
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Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open 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 Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on.
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A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place fuel containers on the ground while filling.
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