9-52 Driving and Operating
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Caution
If a new fuel cap is needed, be
sure to get the right type of cap
from your dealer. The wrong type
of fuel cap might not fit properly,
might cause the malfunction
indicator lamp to light, and could
damage the fuel tank and
emissions system. See
Malfunction Indicator Lamp on
page 5-12.
Filling a Portable Fuel
Container
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Warning
Filling a portable fuel container
while it is in the vehicle can cause
fuel vapors that can ignite either
by static electricity or other
means. You or others could be
badly burned and the vehicle
could be damaged. Always:
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Use approved fuel
containers.
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Remove the container from
the vehicle, trunk, or pickup
bed before filling.
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Place the container on the
ground.
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Place the nozzle inside the fill
opening of the container
before dispensing fuel, and
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Warning (Continued)
keep it in contact with the fill
opening until filling is
complete.
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Fill the container no more
than 95% full to allow for
expansion.
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Do not smoke, light matches,
or use lighters while
pumping fuel.
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Avoid using cell phones or
other electronic devices.
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