∙ If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
flush it away with water to avoid paint
damage.
NOTE:
Changing ignition switch status during
the refueling process may cause a delay
in fuel gauge response.
To remove the fuel-filler cap:
1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclock-
wise to remove.
2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
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while refueling.
To install the fuel-filler cap:
1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the
fuel-filler tube.
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until it
clicks.
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning
message
The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning message
displays in the odometer when the fuel-
filler cap is not tightened correctly after the
vehicle has been refueled. It may take a few
driving trips for the message to be dis-
played. To turn off the warning message,
perform the following:
1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap as
previously described as soon as pos-
sible.
2. Tighten the fuel-filler cap until it clicks.
LPD2172
Type A (if so equipped)
LPD2025
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