When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right
(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make
sure you fully install the cap.
The
diagnostic system
can determine
if
the fuel cap has been left
off
or
improperly installed. This would allow fuel
to
evaporate into the atmosphere. See “Malfunction
Indicator Lamp” in the Index.
NOTICE:
If
you need
a
new cap, be sure to get the right
type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get
the wrong type,
it
may not
fit
properly. This may
cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light
and your fuel tank and emissions system may be
damaged. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp’’ in
the Index.
Filling
a
Portable Fuel
Container
A
CAU ,ION:
Never fill
a
portable fuel container while
it
is
in
your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the
container can ignite the gasoline vapor.
You
can
be badly burned and your vehicle damaged
if
this
occurs.
To
help avoid injury to you and others:
Dispense gasoline only into approved
containers.
Do not fill a container while it is inside a
vehicle, in
a
vehicle’s trunk, pickup bed or
on any surface other than the ground.
inside of the fill opening before operating
the nozzle. Contact should be maintained
until the filling is complete.
Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the
Don’t smoke while pumping gasoline.
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