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Fuel door release switch
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Only one person should be involved in refueling. Do not allow others to approach the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler pipe while refueling is in progress.
Be sure to observe any other precautions that are posted at the service station.
1. Stop the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the“ OFF” position and turn off all the other electrical components.
2. To open the fuel filler door, push the fuel door release switch on the instrument panel.
When the switch is pressed, a message is displayed on the combination meter.
NOTE
. The fuel filler door opens several seconds or up to approximately 10 seconds after the switch was pressed.
. In the following circumstances, the fuel filler door cannot be opened even when the switch is pressed.
– While the vehicle is driving – When the select lever is not in the
“ P” position. – When there is a malfunction in the
fuel system
. If there is a malfunction in the fuel system or other systems, and the fuel filler door cannot be opened, refer to“ If the Fuel Filler Door Cannot Be Opened” FP469.
. If one of the following occurs when the
Hybrid READY indicator light illuminates,“ Unable to refuel” will be shown on the combination meter and refueling will not be possible.
– Vehicle speed is 1 mph( 2 km / h) or
more. – Select lever is in a position other
than the“ P” position. If the error message does not turn off, consult a SUBARU dealer.
. Complete fueling within 30 minutes after pressing the fuel door release switch. When 30 minutes have passed, the vehicle auto stop function activates and fuel cannot be added to the tank. If this occurs, press the fuel door release switch again.
WARNING
Before opening the fuel filler cap, first touch the vehicle body or a metal portion of the fuel pump or similar object to discharge any static electricity that may be present on your body. If your body is carrying an electrostatic charge, there is a possibility that an electric spark could ignite the fuel, which could burn you. To avoid acquiring a new static electric charge, do not get back into the vehicle while refueling is in progress.
3. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise.
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